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No Spark / No Crank / No Start Diagnosis

In the old days, no spark conditions were solved relatively easily by throwing some parts at the problem. But, with modern ignition systems driven by any number of modules, resolving these complaints has grown more difficult as systems have increased in complexity.

Anatomy of a Jump Starter v2.0

We addressed this topic many years ago as one of the installments of our Breaking it Down series. If you have been with us since the prior version of this article was published, thank you. For those of you that haven’t been with us for ten years, we thought we’d revisit the features and characteristics that contribute to the design and construction of a quality jump starter. Many things have changed in the intervening ten years, but – spoiler alert – much remains the same.

ADAS Opportunities and Challenges

Still one of the hottest topics for shops, ADAS continues to offer significant opportunities as well as serious concerns for service facilities. What is the right solution for my specific shop… what type of capital investment is required to offer an adequate service menu to my customers… do I go with OE solutions or is an aftermarket solution best for me… how do I properly train my team to perform these applications… how quickly is the technology advancing?

Preventive Maintenance Charging - Why It's Important

We talk to vehicle owners every day about the challenges of keeping their car, truck, SUV or van road worthy and reliable, whether that’s via phone, email, blog post, marketplace review or other means. One of the most common topics in those interactions is related to preventive maintenance charging and maintaining of their battery(ies) to be sure that their equipment will start when they need it. For sure, this is a top three most popular topic for us.

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Product Spotlight

BA227: The Smart Testing Solution For this month’s spotlight, we turn the focus back on the SOLAR BA227 12V Digital Battery and System Tester. The BA227 is ideal for busy service environments that work mostly on vehicles with. 12 Volt systems. It offers comprehensive testing of 12 Volt batteries, starting systems and charging systems, in a package that shops love because it makes testing quick and easy. Here are the key features of this great tester:

CLORE STORIES

Sure, I’ll Jump Your EV!

“Hi. Here is my story. My daughter asked me to boost her Hyundai Kona electrique car. I told her it

Accord is No Match for the JNC950

“Received a call for a jump start on a 2014 Honda Accord. As I pulled up to the address, I

JNCAIR an MVP for Law Enforcement

“I’m a sheriff’s deputy in the state of Louisiana. I’ve been in law enforcement over 25 years. I’ve had my

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Solving a Parasitic Draw on a Ram 2500

Here’s a very informative video by Justin in California, where he tracks down the root

Great Scope Resource

We’re changing it up a little this month. So many of our past resource articles

Supply Chain Surprise!

This is a quick one, but one you’ll want to read if you find yourself

Children's Mercy Partnership

We have worked with Children’s Mercy Kansas City for many years, supporting various programs in support of their mission to “transform the health, well-being and potential of children, with unwavering compassion for those most vulnerable.”

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