OCTOBER Contents 642016 PEOPLE'S CHOICE We allowed readers to provide their top picks in each category for the 2016 PTEN Innovation Awards. Check out the winners of the 2016 PTEN People's Choice, for all 26 categories. 70AAPEX/SEMA PRODUCT PREVIEW As we prepare for AAPEX and SEMA 2016, we have got a sneak peek of some products that will be on-hand at these shows. 10FEATURED NEW PRODUCTS Check out new tools from Drew Technologies, E-Z Red, Knipex Tools and ShopSol. Then, read about all the other new products, beginning on page 11. 72TOOL BRIEFING While gas direct injection (GDI) systems have improved since the early adoption of this technology, carbon buildup can still be an issue shops must address. 76TOP 10 TOOLS San Diego-based shop owner Randy Begin shares his top tools that help him efficiently service and repair vehicles. 78TOOL REVIEWS Our review panel gives feedback on the following tools: • Cal-Van Tools Amp Hound 2 • TraXion BigFoot ProGear Roll Seat • SABER 700-lm COB LED Rechargeable Tube Light 81DIAGNOSTIC TOOL REVIEW Technicians give their takes on diagnostic tools. This month: • Noregon Systems JPRO Professional 4 PTEN OCTOBER 2016 VehicleServicePros.com Departments 8 EDITOR'S NOTE Vehicle software updates are necessary to address any number of maintenance or repair events in the shop, even parts replacement. 82 CATEGORY SPOTLIGHT This month's section features product information and user tips on shop equipment and tool storage. In addition to product details, this section features links to product video demos, tech tips and more. 88 MARKETPLACE 90 BIG-TIME BOXES Owner: Marc Mellgren Shop: Crystal Lake Automotive Location: Lakeville, Minn. Features 64 90 11 In the Next Issue Once we return from Vegas next month, we'll share all the latest and greatest tools we scoped out while at the shows. Stay tuned for the AAPEX and SEMA Editor's Picks in December. 70 76 79 83 Exclusive On Our Cover RAP – Remote Assisted Programming Kit by Drew 72 g g y Technologies
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