While my water pump gently weeps…apologies to George Harrison
December 12, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor Most modern engines use some type of water pump to circulate antifreeze through the engine and heat exchangers to regulate operating temperature. Many...Read Article >
More in common with an IT specialist
September 23, 2016
“…more than 30 hours of information, education and training…"Read Article >
The latest on R-1234yf from MACS member Honeywell
September 19, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Manager of Service Training Rick Winick, Business Director, leads the Honeywell Fluorine Products Automotive Refrigerants segment. Rick and his team work to ensure global automotive OEM...Read Article >
A/C Groan
August 25, 2016
You may think that a bit of noise with the air conditioning turned on is not the highest priority item for a motorist. After all, if the car is running...Read Article >
Servicing heavy duty truck, off-road and specialty vehicle A/C
July 14, 2016
By Robert Brocx The heavy duty truck, off-road work machine and specialty vehicle mobile air conditioning (HD MAC) industry has typically utilized air conditioning standards, procedures and technologies developed by...Read Article >
Dr. Mark Quarto to Keynote MACS 2017 Training Event – Feb 16, 2017
July 11, 2016
The role of mobile air conditioning (A/C) systems has dramatically changed as hybrid, plug-In hybrid, battery electric, extended range electric vehicle, and fuel cell vehicle technologies continue to populate the...Read Article >
The school year is ending, but career learning never stops!
June 10, 2016
MACS has been committed for many years to supporting the institutions and instructors who educate future generations of automotive technicians who will ensure these motorists can continue to safely enjoy...Read Article >
Do you know the basic principles of mobile A/C diagnostics?
June 1, 2016
The June 2016 issue of MACS ACTION Magazine challenges you on your knowledge of mobile A/C diagnostics. Download now to see if you really know what you think you know.Read Article >
Make sure to check for TSBs!
May 9, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Manager of Service Training When we teach A/C classes there are a few basic phrases we use on a regular basis to cover ourselves that act...Read Article >
Six steps to a sound diagnostic strategy
April 27, 2016
By Bob Chabot, Manic Media LLC James E. Wilson of Bosch USA was a presenter at MACS 2016 Training Event and Trade Show in Orlando, FL this past February he...Read Article >
Capillary action
March 23, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor Several Audi models are the subject of a technical service bulletin involving an issue with something not often thought about when it comes to...Read Article >
The right stuff
March 22, 2016
By Elvis L. Hoffpauir MACS president and chief operating officer Competition is fierce for today’s automotive service shop owner. It starts with the physical plant, equipment and the tools; service...Read Article >
