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SEPTEMBER 2020 CONTENTS

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COVER STORY

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Diagnosing the need for scan tools

You don't need to be a scan tool expert, but understanding
basic functions and capabilities can lead to greater profits.

36

DEPARTMENTS
4	 Editor's Note

Taking the pulse on electric vehicle service

FEATURES

12	 Sneak Peek

20	 Show Me Your Truck

"The first thing people see is your truck when it pulls up," says Marty
Pessagno, owner of TNT Tools. "[It's] real important that it looks good,
so people want to come out there."

26	 In Focus Products



*	Master Appliance Master D-Series Heat Gun
*	Flexzilla Portable Air Compressors
*	Streamlight Stinger 2020
* Clore Automotive PRO-LOGIX 12/24V Wheeled Battery Charger
from SOLAR

34	 Driving Sales

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22	 Most Wanted

The top requested products from technicians and shop owners,
based on inquiries from PTEN magazine.

24	 Go Sell Something

Words that sell and those that don't.

30	 Diagnostic Tech

Hybrid and electric vehicles are the future of all progressive shops.

38	 Tales from the Road

This father-and-son team work in tandem to bring Florida customers
a one-two punch of mobile and retail tool experiences.

Tire and Wheel, TPMS

FACEBOOK

Details on brand new products from Lock Technology, H&S Autoshot,
Dent Fix, Cal-Van Tools, and more.

News

News

Due to the COVID19 pandemic and
related governmental
restrictions, AAPEX
2020 will be hosted as a virtual event. The
event is still scheduled for November 3-5.
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Concerns regarding COVID19 and availability of event
facilities/services have
lead to the cancellation
of the 2020 SEMA Show. To read more, visit:
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Video
In this video, Scott Brown demonstrates the Titan 5-ton Hydraulic Cable Crimper,
No. 11980, by performing an electrical circuit repair on a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
Z06 that suffered damage to the alternator fusible link at the starter B+ terminal.
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