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What are the different types of car services? MSG Equipment9 July 2018 What are the different types of car services? Garage, independent, dealer and specialised workshops: an overview opening a series on which type of service suits which car owner. Read more How tyre size affects fuel consumption MSG Equipment6 July 2018 How tyre size affects fuel consumption Two views on how large-diameter and wide tyres affect fuel use, and the role of mass, rolling resistance and profile height. Read more Features of the profession: body repair technician MSG Equipment2 July 2018 Features of the profession: body repair technician A body repair technician covers everything from dent removal and painting to body geometry and corrosion protection. The specialisations within the trade. Read more Profession Profile: Auto Electrician MSG Equipment25 June 2018 Profession Profile: Auto Electrician The duties of an auto electrician in dealing with the electrical faults behind many breakdowns, and the value of bench-testing starters and alternators. Read more Career profile: car mechanic MSG Equipment22 June 2018 Career profile: car mechanic The duties and skills of car mechanics specialising in chassis, engine, transmission and diagnostics. Read more Workshop Specialisations: Engine Mechanic and Transmission Mechanic MSG Equipment18 June 2018 Workshop Specialisations: Engine Mechanic and Transmission Mechanic MSG Equipment outlines the duties of engine and transmission mechanics in a car service centre, including the separate specialisation of diesel engine technicians. Read more Choosing tools for a multi-purpose car service MSG Equipment14 June 2018 Choosing tools for a multi-purpose car service An overview of MSG special pullers and fixtures for starter, alternator, A/C compressor, shock absorber and brake caliper repair. Read more Top 5 in-demand professions in the car repair shop MSG Equipment6 June 2018 Top 5 in-demand professions in the car repair shop From auto mechanics to engine and transmission specialists: the most sought-after workshop professions and what these experts do. Read more Business idea: training courses for car service personnel MSG Equipment30 May 2018 Business idea: training courses for car service personnel The service sector’s need for skilled staff makes training courses a viable business. MSG Equipment outlines the main points of a business plan. Read more MSG Equipment Holy Trinity holiday 2018 MSG Equipment25 May 2018 MSG Equipment Holy Trinity holiday 2018 MSG Equipment announced days off on 27–28 May 2018 for the Holy Trinity holiday, with incoming correspondence handled from 29 May. Read more What diagnostic equipment does a car repair shop need? MSG Equipment8 May 2018 What diagnostic equipment does a car repair shop need? From starter and alternator benches to AC compressor testers and shock absorber stands: an overview of workshop diagnostic equipment using MSG products. Read more Power steering malfunctions: causes, detection and repair MSG Equipment7 May 2018 Power steering malfunctions: causes, detection and repair Maintaining hydraulic power steering, symptoms to watch for while driving, and identifying faults in the rack and pump. Read more