Ford and other carmakers including Tesla and GM are shipping some vehicles without all features during the chip shortage. Ford is providing cars without chips for non-safety features like rear seat heatingRead More…
15Mar/22
22Nov/21
Toyota BEV BZ4X has 250 Mile Range (Spring 2022)
In the Nov 17 Forbes article, Senior Contributor Sam Abuelsamid discusses Toyota’s new battery electric vehicle (BEV) – the BZ4X due out in spring of 2022. Expectations for the FWD Toyota BEVRead More…
04Jul/21
ATO1000 4 Channel Automotive Tablet Oscilloscope
The ATO1000 is a battery-powered portable 4 Channel handheld automotive oscilloscope equipped with many diagnostic presets, robust signal analysis, with a user-friendly, full-touch interface package. Why Choose the ATO1000 Automotive Tablet Oscilloscope?Read More…
20Jan/19
AATEC is pleased to announce we now carry Forward Lift two Post Lifts, Four Post Lifts, Motorcycle Lifts
AATEC now carries a full line of car, truck, and motorcycle lifts by Forward Lift. These durable lifts are an industry leader and come in many capacities and styles. Forward Lift offersRead More…
09Dec/18
iPhone Feature will block calls while driving
NHTSA, a US Safety agency, says distracted driving is a leading cause of auto accidents – up to about 10%. Despite public service announcements and anti-texting campaigns, about 11 teenagers die everyRead More…
28Oct/17
Diagnose a Car by Listening to its Sounds with new MIT App
Nearly 25% of cars inspected need some type of maintenance or repair, according to the Car Care Council. Often drivers aren’t even aware of needed maintenance unless the dash lights come on.Read More…
09Oct/17
October is Fall Car Care Month – Routine Maintenance Will Keep You on the Road
It’s Fall Car Care Month. Routine car maintenance saves money, avoids breakdowns, and keeps your car running smoother, longer. Many routine care steps are simple and inexpensive — and overlooked! Fluids and lubricantsRead More…
24Sep/17
Antifreeze – more isn’t always better
It’s time to think about antifreeze as Fall begins Fall weather is unpredictable. Summer temperatures and cold snaps are equally likely during fall. There is still time to check refrigerant levels andRead More…
05Jul/17
Volvo goes electric & hybrid by 2019
In 2019, Volvo will only design either electric or hybrid automobiles. Volvo takes the lead as the first major automaker to announce the date when it will phase out combustion engines. They may continue to makeRead More…
Takata Air Bag Recall affects millions
The Takata Air Bag Recall affects many millions of US vehicles from about 2 dozen brands. It could affect upward of 100 million cars worldwide and has been called by Bloomberg “theRead More…