MACS mobile A/C diagnostics app is now available for download for MACS members
June 5, 2017
In response to MACS member needs and changing technology MACS has partnered with Shiftmobility to create the MACS mobile A/C diagnostics app for use on mobile devices. The app will...Read Article >
Truck heater control valves
March 20, 2017
By Chris Tyson, MACS heavy duty contributor We have several Class 8 trucks in our fleet and when temperatures begin to drop outside many of their owners visit our shop...Read Article >
Going electric
March 13, 2017
By Steve Schaeber, MACS manager of service training One of my favorite childhood toys was an electric race track set, but more fun than playing with it was taking apart...Read Article >
Alternative fuel vehicle service
January 23, 2017
By Andy Fiffick, MACS Chairman/CEO and Owner Rad Air Complete Car Care I come from a Ford family. My Dad retired from Ford in 1989, I have two brothers...Read Article >
Gen 2 Ridgeline cools with R-1234yf
January 18, 2017
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor The 2017 Ridgeline is the second generation of Honda’s midsize pickup truck, redesigned and brought back in June 2016 following a short 2...Read Article >
Hybrid and battery electric vehicle A/C
December 31, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor Internal combustion engines have powered our transportation for decades, including the cars and trucks we drive each day. Over the years we’ve seen attempts...Read Article >
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 >
New EPA rule allows R-1234yf in certain trucks
October 7, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor If you’ve been waiting to see R-1234yf in something larger than a ½ ton pickup truck, you might not have to wait too much...Read Article >
Ford A/C provides more than just cool air
September 28, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor Over the years Ford has been at the forefront of automotive engineering and design, and not just in the styling and horsepower departments but...Read Article >
More in common with an IT specialist
September 23, 2016
“…more than 30 hours of information, education and training…"Read Article >
GMC hits the road with R-1234yf
September 22, 2016
By Steve Schaeber, MACS Technical Editor It was during the general session meeting on Thursday morning at MACS 2016 Trade Show in Orlando that we first learned about GM’s intention...Read Article >
Insufficient A/C performance at idle
September 8, 2016
On some 2013 Chevrolet Sparks, the air conditioning duct temperature may be 10°F (5.6°C) warmer at idle, but is sufficient while driving . Verify that the A/C pressures are...Read Article >
