Indie Garage Articles

Lug nut extraction sockets

Building on the success and popularity of the original Bolt Biter Extraction Sockets launched in 2019, GEARWRENCH is unveiling the latest addition to the family—Bolt Biter Lug Nut Extraction Sockets. The new additions use the same technology that made Bolt Biter a hit...

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Mitchell 1 webinar series: What your customers want

Mitchell 1 reminds shop owners and managers to sign up for the free webinar series entitled “What Your Customers Want to Tell You…But Don’t,”  to learn firsthand what actual customers think about the auto repair experience. This complimentary three-part online event...

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1050HP YENKO Camaro not for faint of heart

1050HP YENKO Camaro not for faint of heart

For those who too much is never enough, Specialty Vehicle Engineering, Inc. (formerly SLP) has announced the availability of the all-new, outrageous 2021 YENKO/SC Stage II Camaro, powered by a custom built 1050HP 416 C.I.D. (6.8L) supercharged LT-1-based engine.  Only...

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Park assist camera among SMP additions

Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) announces the addition of 245 new part numbers to its Standard and Intermotor lines, including 40 park assist camera offerings. The release spans 51 product categories and expands coverage for import and domestic applications...

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Spicer Select 404 ring and pinion gearing

Dana Incorporated has introduced Spicer Select commercial vehicle 404 ring and pinion gearing.  Ideal for post-warranty vehicle service, these high-quality parts are manufactured with the same quality control measures as genuine Spicer gearing and are backed by an...

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KYB celebrates winning ways

Ride control and steering component supplier KYB was in a winning mood, with big victories by its teams competing on the world motorsports stage. KYB came out on top of Sunday’s FIA’s World Rallycross event in Riga, Latvia. This marked the second victory of the season...

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Wheel balancing efficiency up with new EZ-COLLETS app

The new John Bean EZ-COLLETS app is a unique application to help service technicians identify the best set of tools for their balancers, improve wheel balancing accuracy, ensure rim protection and provide a faster setup. “EZ-COLLETS is easy to use and will help...

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Webinar: Brake rotor match machining

Webinar: Brake rotor match machining

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar for service technicians on Friday, Sept. 25 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “Brake Rotor Match Machining: Why and How.” During this one-hour session, industry expert Geoff Womer of...

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