Prior to the early 1950s, power steering wasn’t offered on most passenger vehicles. It all changed when Chrysler introduced power steering on the 1951 Imperial as a regular option. If...

OEM franchise networks are winning the battle for our market share! It was only 10 years ago that we—independent repair shop owners—were congratulating ourselves for keeping a steady hold...

Access to data is critical for today’s service technicians. Under the hood doesn’t mean the same thing today as it did yesterday. Customers’ vehicles are more complex than ever...

Modern oil does more than just lubricate. In today’s engines, the oil does a lot more than simply lubricate the moving parts. It also serves as an actuator for...

While the Toronto event was a great success, some are wondering about the future of the auto show in general. Since its inception in 1974, the Canadian International AutoShow...

Last time, we discussed electrified propulsion and autonomous vehicles that appear to be coming in the future. If we take a step back and look at what’s currently available...

A convenience device can cause headaches on older vehicles. Often seen as an added convenience and sometimes a gift, remote starters can make life easier for motorists, particularly for...

New distracted driving laws came into effect in Ontario on January 1, 2019. According to statistics, death from collisions in the province caused by distracted driving have doubled since...

I usually write about an issue I feel needs to be discussed or a problem I see in the industry. Then I offer my opinion or suggestions to solve...