Ever found yourself in a pinch at a rest stop desperately looking for the perfect tool for the job? Are you wondering what to have handy for your next pre- or post-trip inspection? Maybe it’s your first drive and you are looking for a professional’s checklist on what tools to bring. Look no further! Below we have listed the 10 essential tools every trucker needs to have on standby for all their drives.
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You probably already know that a functioning alternator is essential for your vehicle to operate. That’s because the alternator is what keeps the battery charged, allowing the vehicle to turn on and run all its electrical accessories. When your alternator fails, your vehicle will not start, or it will only stay on for a few minutes. There are a few warning signs of a failing alternator that you’ll likely see before it shuts your vehicle down completely, so be on the lookout for one or more of these seven signs of impending alternator failure.
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If you’ve ever driven a vehicle, you’ve probably wondered, “How can I improve my gas mileage?”
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You’re driving down the road and out of nowhere your check engine light suddenly comes on. Can you keep driving, or do you need to pull over right away? Because check engine lights can mean several different things, it’s always best to stop the car as soon as you can safely do so to make sure nothing dangerous is going on. The check engine light can mean something as simple as a loose gas cap or something more serious like a failing catalytic converter. Here are some of the most common reasons why the check engine light may come on.
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Have you stumbled across the phrase “ASE-certified” in connection to automotive repair and wondered what it meant? The ASE designation, shorthand for those certified through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, is one indicator—though by all means not the only one—of a quality repair shop. That’s because only automotive technicians and mechanics who pass the ASE test and keep regular certification can remain ASE-approved. The ASE has also set the industry standard when it comes to quality repair and maintenance. Keep reading for a brief guide to ASE, its certification process, and why it’s an important component of a repair shop’s portfolio to employ ASE-certified specialists.
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