Techshop Magazine

Eric Garbe is a graduate of Columbus State Community College with a degree in Automotive Maintenance Technology. He has extensive independent and dealership field experience as a technician and shop owner and is an ASE Certified Master Technician and former Adjunct Automotive Professor. He has been professionally writing automotive technical articles and documents for many years and in his free time enjoys restoring old cars and creating custom interiors and upholstery.

NAPA TRACS is more than a management system, it’s a fully supported, technician-focused platform built to boost shop efficiency and profitability through real partnership.

Bartec’s new 8.1 software update expands TPMS tool coverage, connectivity and programming power.

Some tools are developed out of necessity. For example, Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) tools and equipment are necessary for certain forms of ADAS calibration. Tire mounting and balancing equipment was forced to evolve to keep up with the challenges of low-profile tires and large diameter wheels.

Milwaukee’s Bit Socket Sets deliver anti-roll grip and one-piece durability for tight-space jobs.

Learn how the Snap-on APOLLO GEN 4 scan tool helps technicians streamline diagnostics and verify gateway access.

Flexibility to hang where you need and the rigidity to hold what you need.

New mobile application provides on-demand access to vehicle-specific ADAS information and tools.

Eric Garbe is a graduate of Columbus State Community College with a degree in Automotive Maintenance Technology. He has extensive independent and dealership field experience as a technician and shop owner and is an ASE Certified Master Technician and former Adjunct Automotive Professor. He has been professionally writing automotive technical articles and documents for many years and in his free time enjoys restoring old cars and creating custom interiors and upholstery.

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