April 2023

SKF
Lincoln Dual-piston Grease Gun, No. 1154
Aug. 9, 2023
Easily greases fifth wheels
Ezred 62a9c618c5952 63caa6612375d
Reviewed by Brian Noel, automotive mechanics technology professor at Cosumnes River College in Sacramento, California.
Esab Rogue Et 200i P Pro
Reviewed by Michael Robinson, technician/welder at MAS in Lansing, Michigan.
Brake Caliper Piston Rewind Tool Set
Oemtools Caliper Rewind
A lead diagnostic technician discusses how the easy-to-use tool set saves time in the shop.
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Engine Oil Sample Lab
April 27, 2023
Optimizing oil drain intervals and reducing risk start with asking lubrication experts the right questions.

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Mac Tools EM710 multimeter
April 26, 2023
This oldie-but-goodie was reviewed by Chris Johnson, a Ryder technician out of Delta, British Columbia, Canada, who also was named 2022 Ryder Top Tech.
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April 20, 2023
Finding qualified technicians is not the same as keeping them, though their strategies often coincide.
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Absorbent Glass Mat battery cutaway
April 19, 2023
Battery systems have had to advance as commercial vehicles get smarter and rely more on electrical systems.
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Holistic Equipment Online
April 18, 2023
As commercial vehicles add more complexity, searching for the root cause of component failures, as opposed to just swapping parts, may be the better long-term treatment.
Transervice
Brakes 1 Transervice
April 17, 2023
Brake experts discuss the maintenance differences between drums and ADBs and lifecycle advantages of each.
Matco
Matco Revised
Reviewed by Brin Kline, shop owner/technician at Assured Auto Works in Melbourne, Fla.
Noregon
March 23, 2023
Increased coverage for off-highway construction vehicles
Michelin
Michelin X Line Energy Z+ Tire
March 22, 2023
Features low-rolling resistance
Air Vue Main
March 22, 2023
Advanced wireless video transmitter
Doleco USA
Doleco 11 Trailer Interior2 Hr 640bcfcb57f5f
March 22, 2023
A self-leveling, multi-beam decking system
Alex Keenan | Fleet Maintenance
Goodyear Range Max Rsd
March 21, 2023
Compatible with electric and gas- and diesel-powered regional trucks
Redline Detection
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March 16, 2023
Leaks or contaminants can compromise an electric vehicle battery and endanger drivers and technicians, which is why battery detection solutions will be crucial, Redline Detection...
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March 16, 2023
Along with being used in fuel cells, hydrogen can also fuel internal combustion engines. And while not always being the most efficient, fleets may find they are the most proficient...
Martins Industries
Martins Industries
March 9, 2023
For high-torque applications
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Cummins X10 (2)
March 7, 2023
TMC's technical session on future powertrains highlighted benefits and challenges from supplier, fleet, and manufacturer perspectives.
SABER 2,000 Lumen LED Corded/Cordless Underhood Light
SABER 2,000 Lumen LED Corded/Cordless Underhood Light
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The X600 Pro-PCI Fully Rugged Notebook from Getac Technology Corporation builds on the company's X600 Fully Rugged Mobile Workstation to give users more functionality in a single...
Marson BT-8 Battery-Powered Rivet Nut Installation Tool
Marson BT-8 Battery-Powered Rivet Nut Installation Tool
The Marson BT-8 Battery-Powered Rivet Nut Installation Tool from Howmet Fastening Systems is designed to deliver reliable pull-force for high-volume assembly applications. Engineered...
KEEN Utility Reno Work Boot
KEEN Utility Reno Work Boot
Feb. 13, 2023
Oil-and-slip-resistant rubber outsole
Dorman Products
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Mastercool
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Challenger Lifts
Challenger Lifts
Feb. 3, 2023
Extra-wide drive-through clearance
JLA Compact Lever Hoist Series from Jet Tools
JLA Compact Lever Hoist Series from Jet Tools
Jan. 23, 2023
Backed by an auto-engage clutch
400 lm Mini Inspection Light from Snap-on Tools
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Jan. 23, 2023
Offers handsfree operation
MuellerKueps
MuellerKueps
Jan. 17, 2023
Ideal for brakes, exhaust, and more
Power Probe
Measures current and pulse width modulation
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Ingersoll Rand
Feather-touch trigger for delicate jobs
Nov. 15, 2022
Feather-touch trigger for delicate jobs
Permatex Right Stuff
Oct. 26, 2022
Resists temperatures up to 650 degrees F
Pico
Sept. 20, 2022
Ideal for NVH balancing applications
Forney Welder 410 11 Web
Sept. 20, 2022
The Forney 220 Multi-Process (MP) Welder is a 4-in-1 machine capable of MIG, Flux-core, Stick, and TIG welding. This powerful welding machine features dual-voltage with 120V/...
853 06 2 St Three Quarter A Copy
Sept. 20, 2022
Built for leverage, sized for pocket
Dynabrade
Aug. 17, 2022
Captures materials down to 0.3 microns
Dorman Products
Dorman Products
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Applicable to select Ford 2019-11 model year vehicles