IQ Auto Blog
Industry insights, best practices, and expert guides for auto repair shops
Why Your Team Misses $900-$3,000/Month in Legitimate Revenue
Discover why auto repair shops miss thousands in monthly revenue—not from dishonest upselling, but from incomplete inspections and poor DVI communication. Learn the five training gaps costing you money and how to fix them this week.
Tire Inspection and Tread Depth Guidelines: Complete Technical Guide
Master tire inspection standards including tread depth measurement, wear pattern diagnosis, DOT date codes, and replacement criteria for safe, profitable tire service.
Why Is My Steering Wheel Shaking? 7 Common Causes Explained
Discover why your steering wheel shakes or vibrates while driving or braking. Learn the difference between wheel balance issues, warped rotors, tire problems, and suspension wear—plus when it's safe to drive and when you need immediate repair.
Steering and Suspension Inspection: Complete Professional Guide
Master comprehensive steering and suspension inspection with this detailed guide covering ball joints, tie rod ends, rack and pinion systems, and wheel alignment. Learn inspection procedures, failure modes, and safety criteria.
Shop Owners: Stop Calling It Upselling—It's Revenue Recovery
Auto shop owners: Learn why your techs confuse legitimate revenue recovery with pushy upselling—and how this misunderstanding costs you $900-$3,000/month in services your customers actually need. Includes real shop data and training scripts.
Exterior Vehicle Inspection: Professional Walk-Around Guide
Master comprehensive exterior vehicle inspection with this detailed guide covering windshield damage, headlamp operation, body condition, and lighting systems. Learn inspection standards, repair vs. replacement criteria, and fraud prevention.
Check Engine Light On? Here's What to Do First (Step-by-Step Guide)
Learn exactly what to do when your check engine light comes on, how to tell if it's an emergency, what the light means, and whether it's safe to keep driving. Includes common causes and cost estimates for repairs.
5 Warning Signs Your Brake Pads Need Replacement (Don't Ignore #3)
Learn the critical warning signs that your brake pads are worn out, from squealing noises to brake pedal pulsation. Discover when to replace brake pads before it becomes a safety hazard and costs you more money.
Brake Inspection Standards: ASE-Certified Complete Guide
Master brake inspection standards with this comprehensive guide covering pad thickness, rotor condition, fluid testing, and ASE certification requirements for professional technicians.
Battery and Charging System Inspection: Complete Technical Guide
Master battery testing and charging system inspection with this comprehensive guide covering voltage testing, CCA measurement, terminal inspection, and professional diagnosis techniques.
Automotive Diagnostic Scan Best Practices: Complete OBD-II Guide
Master OBD-II diagnostic scanning with this comprehensive guide covering code categories, freeze frame data, readiness monitors, and professional diagnosis techniques.
Shop Owners: 10 DVI Red Flags That Signal Tech Training Gaps
Auto shop owners: Learn the 10 warning signs in your DVIs that indicate technician training gaps costing you revenue and reputation. Includes real DVI examples, what each red flag costs you, and how to fix it with targeted training.
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