Time to plug into EV training
March 10, 2021
Read any automotive publication or website, and you will see numerous stories from all the big automotive manufacturers and quite a few shiny new start-ups about vehicle electrification.Read Article >
Helpful tips to register for MACS online training clinics
March 5, 2021
Helpful tips on how to register for a class on the MACS websiteRead Article >
Proper compressor draining and filling procedures
March 2, 2021
A different procedure is required on a lot of other compressors and based on my tech line experience: a huge number of technicians are not aware of this.Read Article >
Caveman to Mr. Cool
February 18, 2021
Over 300,000 years ago, modern man began walking the earth relying heavily on his five senses-- especially sight – to hunt, find joy, and avoid danger. In 1914, Garrett Morgan, who decided it was important to protect man’s eyes during hazardous situations, developed what we know today as ‘safety’ glasses.Read Article >
Compressor Oil: When is it enough?
February 9, 2021
But how do we know that a system has the correct amount in it to start with?Read Article >
Safety Alert: Online Sales of Cool Penguin F-12
November 23, 2020
Refrigerant safety alertRead Article >
Thermostats
May 18, 2020
By Neal Kwort, MACS Technical Correspondent As you know, engines have to be warm to run efficiently for drivability, emissions and fuel economy. But why is this necessary? It’s...Read Article >
‘OK, Alexa. Find a repair shop nearby’
May 15, 2020
By Angie Chabot, AAM Do you use voice-enabled commands on your phone? Do you have a smart device in your home? According to the latest editions of NPR and Edison’s...Read Article >
Stop complaining about the technician shortage…
April 8, 2020
…and DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT! By Elvis Hoffpauir C.O.O. MACS Worldwide That was the principal message from Peter Meier, Director of Training at Motor Age. Peter, along with MACS Technical...Read Article >
Does your counterperson know how to sell an A/C repair job?
January 14, 2020
If not, you need to sign them up for Tim Iezzi’s course, “Counterperson A/C Training,” to be presented at MACS 2020 Training Event, February 19-22, 2020 in Nashville, TN When...Read Article >
A lesson for the technician in a pre-post scan era
November 6, 2019
By Peter L. Orlando, Carquest Technical Institute/Advance Auto Parts Pre-post scanning your customers cars? Be shop wise and understand the consequences of the outcome, as well as being service ready,...Read Article >