Donny Seyfer, executive officer for the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF), goes over the tools that every general service repair shop needs to succeed repairing cars in the next five years.
Onboard diagnostics systems, such as oil life monitors, are directing drivers to go to the dealership for service. The Automotive Oil Change Association argues that it's worded as a demand rather than a recommendation.
Scott Brown, owner and technician for Connie & Dick's Service Center Inc in Claremont, Calif., believes a vehicle has a lot of data being produced but it's misunderstood.
LiDAR technology on self-driving vehicles requires a certain amount of light reflected back to their sensors in order to detect surrounding objects. And your paint department can compromise that light. Here’s how LiDAR technology and paint interact on autonomous vehicles.
There is a growing list of artificial intelligence options for auto repair shops. From reaching drivers to completing repairs, here’s a breakdown of AI designed to streamline communication with customers.
In order to brace for increasingly complex vehicle repairs, shop owners must set aside a budget dedicated for extensive training and expansive tooling.