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    The Increasing Disappearance of State Safety Inspections 

    Kacey Frederick
    April 12, 2024
    Texas is the latest state to forego required safety inspections. What does that mean for shops and their customers?

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    Terms and Conditions

    Noah Brown
    June 14, 2023
    Warranty disputes can cause headaches for everyone involved. Get ahead of them to protect you and your customers.
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    Rent or Buy: How to Prepare Like a Pro

    Megan Gosch
    Sept. 7, 2021
    Seven tips to keep top of mind when deciding to rent or buy.
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    Protecting Your Shop Data

    Megan Gosch
    March 1, 2021
    How to prepare for data liability issues that could be on the horizon
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    A Look Back, A Leap Forward

    Tess Owings
    Aug. 4, 2020
    With 100 issues under its belt, Ratchet+Wrench reflects on how the industry has and continues to evolve. 
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    Protect Your Staff—and Wallet

    Tess Owings
    July 22, 2020
    If used improperly, lifts can lead to costly injuries and fines. 
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    A Breakdown of COVID-19 Financial Aid

    Abby Patterson
    May 11, 2020
    Where the money is going—and how to get a piece of it.
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    Fighting for the Future of Vehicles

    Abby Patterson
    March 4, 2020
    How the Auto Care Association is getting involved in a legal battle that could reshape the future of software development.
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    Lift Safety 101

    Abby Patterson
    Jan. 8, 2020
    Properly maintaining equipment protects your employees and your wallet.