Chris Dekker is the owner of My Garage Auto & Tire in Airdrie, AB, and last October’s Indie Garage cover story. He asked his staff how they felt about working in this industry and has allowed Indie Garage to share what they said. _________ What gets you up in the...
Shops working in colder climates know all too well that every car that comes in could have been the victim of pothole damage over the winter and end of season thaw. Certainly damage that is severe will be noticed, but automotive professionals are also aware that some...
We welcome our newest Indie Garage contributor Dean Law of Law's Automotive in Portage la Prairie, MB with this look at diode ripple. Dean has been creating his own videos and we liked his down to earth, real world approach. So we are very pleased to add his authentic...
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Think you’re having a tough winter? Give a thought to the automotive shops – along with other local businesses – in St. John’s, Nfld., that were paralyzed in January by a monster snowstorm that dumped up to 80 cm of snow in 24 hours. Accompanying winds that...
MAHLE and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) have concluded a deal that will provide users of MAHLE diagnostic tools to have access to FCA diagnostic and service information through the secure data gateway. According to information released by MAHLE Aftermarket Service...
When I think of the term “backyard mechanic,” all kinds of negative stereotypes come to mind. The prevailing idea is that they are hacks that could not handle a “real” job. They are known for doing cash work and not paying their fair share of taxes, for poor-quality...
(EXCLUSIVE REPORT) Earlier this month, the tire market in Canada saw a rare introduction, perhaps even a first. The introduction of the Continental IceContact XTRM designed for Groupe Touchette brings the exclusivity approach to a whole new level David Giguère,...
Automotive aftermarket business owners are known for their commitment to the communities they serve. Some might feel that these initiatives might have to fall exclusively on their shoulders. Not so, as is the case with Eccles Auto Service in Dundas, Ont. Organizer...