Want to stay current? Check out new technology? Missed a recent tradeshow? Check out our video clips from of various tool demos, and companies at Vision KC talking about their tools, equipment and other services.

Conquer the F.R.E.D.s (Frustrating Ridiculous Electronic Devices) in your shop with the newly available ‘FRED Kicks the CAN’ training course on AVI OnDemand, complete with videos, quizzes, manuals, and other valuable resources. Veteran AVI instructor Dave Hobbs shows you what you need to know on how these systems work so you can make an accurate diagnosis.

By Tom Ham. Are you using the latest methods to send reminders to your customers? Do you share positives with your customers before you tell them what’s wrong with their car? Does your shop take photos of various failures? How do you share them with your customers? Check out the latest Auto Shop Monthly Management Tips from the Automotive Management Network to get inside secrets on managing your shop and increasing your bottom line.

Effective March 1st, Automotive Video now offers product sales and support via a “live chat” option available on its websites. Chat securely and conveniently with our online support and sales operator to find answers about our products, shipping information, get suggestions, technical assistance, and more!

Keep your diagnostic skills sharp with the NEW All Access Pass for the ability to access the information you need instantly for On The Job reference and training. AVI has been pioneering innovative learning solutions to help you access technical diagnostic training faster and more efficiently, and with our new All Access Pass it has never been more affordable.

Dave Hobbs is at it again in his new class on F.R.E.D.s (Frustrating Ridiculous Electronic Devices)–now available from AVI. Do you know what to do when your scan tool says “No Communications”? Can you quickly diagnose those dreaded “U-Codes” that report serial bus problems? The average vehicle today has more than $8,000 in electronic content with more modules (a.k.a. F.R.E.D.s – Frustrating Ridiculous Electronic Devices) as well as smart sensors connected to communications networks. In order to accurately diagnose, you must understand how these systems work.

February 22, 2012 (Lansdale, PA) – Are you Section 609 certified to recover and recycle refrigerant? If you have not yet complied with this federal regulation you must comply before you work on a vehicle mobile A/C system in the United States. In order to facilitate more technicians gaining access to the training they need to become Section 609 certified the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide will hold a Section 609 test prep webinar on Friday, April 27, 2012 at 1pm EDT. Underhood Service Magazine and Automotive Video (AVI) are co-sponsoring this webinar with MACS Worldwide.

Check out this tip clip video from instructor Bill Fulton’s class on Gasoline Direct Injection to learn more about GDI systems and components. He shows us around under the hood of a GM Equinox and talks about each of the components while pointing out service and safety procedures.

By Dave Hobbs. In addition to his work with Delphi, Dave Hobbs serves as an instructor for Indiana’s Ivy Tech Community College. He is also a frequent speaker at national training seminars, is a qualified hybrid instructor and writes for various industry magazines. Two decades of training engineers and service technicians around the world has provided Hobbs the unique ability to bridge the theoretical with the practical. Today, Hobbs talks with us about turbochargers and superchargers — what they are, how they run and what technicians can expect when servicing or installing these engine performance components.

Automotive Video and veteran instructor Dave Hobbs announce the A4 Steering and Suspension Test Prep training class! Dave not only helps prepare you for the A4 certification test, but also gives you valuable insight on challenging problems coming into you bay on these systems.

By Tom Ham. Do you pay close attention to your Google Reviews? How do you keep up communication between you and your employees? How does your shop follow up on Estimate Requests? Check out the latest Auto Shop Monthly Management Tips from the Automotive Management Network to get inside secrets on managing your shop and increasing your bottom line.

In this case study–an excerpt from the MACS Quick Hits training video–Paul DeGuiseppi talks about a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica with a blend mode issue diagnosed to be a problem with the control head. The vehicle ended up being a comeback with the customer complaining about the same issue. Paul goes on to talk about how important the ability to diagnose electrical and electronic issues has become in HVAC repair and service.

In this tip clip from the Quick Check Diagnostics class, instructor Jim Wilson talks about some simple test you can perform to verify proper functionality of the PCV valve. He goes on to discuss what to watch out for and how fuel trim can be effected.

Your busy and on the go. The AVI Mobile Site gives you all the information you need about AVI training courses, products and services all in a mobile optimized format. The mobile site has information about our entire catalog of over 100 training courses, including video clips and links to buy the DVD or signup online.

In this series of highly informative video clips, ASE’s John Tisdale give us an insider look at ASE testing programs. John talks about how important the tasks lists are, how the test questions are developed and some tips for passing your tests. You already know how to work on cars, now learn how to ACE the ASE.

Help your customers keep their cool with the latest in A/C service in the newly released “MACS A/C Quick Hits” class from Automotive Video! Since A/C systems are constantly being updated with new technology and service procedures, MACS instructor Paul DeGuiseppi goes in-depth to show you the latest techniques so you can quickly diagnose A/C repairs.

When will Winter 2012 Testing open for registration? Where can I register for my ASE test? What do I do if my credentials have expired? Tony Molla, Vice President of Communications for the National Institute for ASE, answers all these questions and gives you a first hand look at how to find a rewarding career in the automotive industry.

Some of the most difficult problems to diagnose are engine problems, but with Automotive Video’s newly released “Base Engine Analysis” class with Dave Scaler, you can perform misfire diagnostics faster, more efficiently, and without engine disassembly. There is no scan tool that can tell you that you have a bad cam lobe on Cylinder #4. Instructor Dave Scaler shows you some great techniques to diagnose base engine problems with the tools you already have in your shop–and without disassembling the engine!

So you don’t have an electronic control valves testing unit like the MT 1400 for testing AC solenoids while in operation? Well in this tip clip from the MACS Quick Hits AC Service class, trainer Paul DeGuiseppi gives you some helpful tips and pointers.

Learn when it is necessary use Enhanced Data Modes on your scan tool in this clip from Jim Wilson’s Quick Check Diagnostics Class. He goes on to discuss some key terminology and details the steps needed to perform an Automated System Results test.

By Jason Stahl. No more written exams. That was one update on the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) given by Tony Molla, vice president of communications for ASE, at the Collision Industry Conference held Jan. 12-13 in Palm Springs, CA.



In this tip clip, ASA’s Bill Haas talks about the importance of email marketing. He goes on to talk about some helpful tips, how to effectively build a list of your customers emails and how to use that info to generate additional sales.

Most technicians rely on their personal scan tools, but not all scan tools can be reliable in all situations. What happens when a customer comes in and you pull out your handy scan tool or multimeter and NO CODES are present? What do you do? Find all all the answers and more in Bill Fulton’s Intermittent Pattern Failure class on AVI OnDemand.

The 2011 Technical Service Information Seminar Program, presented by top industry transmission specialist Wayne Colonna and Peter Luban, can save you hundreds of dollars in lost time due to mis-diagnosed problems! It covers extensive transmission related concerns for most major car manufacturers, including hybrids and medium duty trucks. The fixes and information in this 4.5 hour seminar will help you get the job done right the first time.

In this class ASA’s Bill Haas presents some concepts and information to help you better understand and market to generations X and Y. Meeting their expectations is the easy part. Communicating a message to attract and engage them seems to be the challenge. You cannot ignore these two groups at 80 million strong – the opportunities are enormous.

In this excerpt from the 2011 ATSG Seminar class, Instructor Wayne Colonna talks about 41TES and 42RLE VLP transmissions with a P1745 DTC. These codes are usually the result of a problem with a pressure control solenoid that should be reducing line pressure at idle.

By Tom Ham. How often do you check your email? Does your shop look busy enough? Are you still using the fax machine to receive parts diagrams? Check out the latest Auto Shop Monthly Management Tips from the Automotive Management Network to get inside secrets on managing your shop and increasing your bottom line.

Automotive Video brings you the Top 10 Most Read Articles in 2011! The most popular articles include everything from variable valve timing to Duramax, labscope specifications to parasitic battery drains. Check out what other readers are into and post your comments and questions.

Automotive Video brings you the Top 5 Most Watched Tip Clips for 2011! The most popular clips include everything from battery drains to ABS, misfire testing to intake restrictions, as well as O2 slow response codes. Check out what others are watching and share your favorite tip clips.

Check out this technical tip clip on CAN Data with Dave Hobbs. In this clip Dave talks about Class 2 layouts, specifically the ‘loop configuration’ systems. He breaks down the layout of theses systems in an easy to understand manner and talks about how the modules communicate on this type of system as well as how they are electrically wired.

Lets learn how to ACE the ASE! The Study App, announced in Las Vegas at the AVI Training Conference during AAPEX will soon allow technicians everywhere to be able to download the ASE study app on their mobile phones. Check out the most badass mobile test prep training app available to technicians preparing for ASE certifications! Learn from ASE certified master technicians, watch training videos, and take advantage of our practice tests packed with ASE style questions.

AVI and AAPEX joined joined forces in 2011 bringing you TWO exciting events at ONE time! AVI brought their world class technical training to AAPEX at Sands Expo Center in […]

The AAPEX convention & AVI Conference took place on October 31 -November 1, 2011 as part of Industry Week in Las Vegas, Nevada. Whether you made the journey out to Vegas for the week or were stuck back home in the shop you will want to check out this ‘virtual show’ video player from AVI. This video player is filled with interviews and video clips from several of the vendors at the event, so sit back, relax and discover something new.