TechShop Magazine

When a tail light stops working, the answer is often in the wiring diagram. Eric walks through his diagnostic process on a Ford Explorer and tracks the issue down to an internal fault in the light assembly. Check out how he found the problem and what it takes to fix it!

Know a great mentor in the shop? The 2026 Mentorship Award recognizes industry pros shaping the next generation of technicians. Nominations open March 1st! For more information and to enter - shopownermag.com/awards/mentors… #Mentorship #AutomotiveIndustry #ShopLife #TechnicianTraining

Eric took Just Toolin’ to Detroit for Autel Academy ADAS training at the SEMA Garage. From ADAS fundamentals to calibration procedures and the latest equipment, the class covered it all. Check out a few highlights! #JustToolin #ADAS #Autel #TechTraining #TechnicianLife

Eric and the TechShop crew are officially on the ground in San Diego for the Mac Tool Fair! We’re soaking up the sunshine, excited to see familiar faces, and ready to talk tools. If you’re out here in sunny California, come say hi! 🌴🔧 #mactools #Techshop #justtoolin #sandiego

Before touchscreens and driver assists… there was this Saturn. Eric reminisces on an old-school ride in the latest Just Toolin' 🚙 🔧 Subscribe to TechShop now for more: babcox.dragonforms.com/loading.do?ome… #JustToolin #TechShop #AutomotiveIndustry #GarageLife #CarRepair #ShopTalk #saturn

Just Toolin’ around… but this time, you can win. Eric walks through TechShop’s new Games page, launching Jan 1, 2026, play the games, win your round, and get entered to score a $50 gift card 👀 Who’s playing first? #JustToolin #TechShop #AutomotiveIndustry #GarageLife

A light garage moment from Eric reminding us: even tools need a place to relax after hours 😎 🔧 Subscribe to TechShop now for more: babcox.dragonforms.com/loading.do?ome… #justtoolin #techshop #shoplife #mechanichumor #autotech #tools #garagelife #carrepair #carservice #autorepair #dadjokes

Eric walked into a friend’s garage… and straight into a Porsche paradise. 🏎️🔥 Check out this wild collection in our new Just Toolin’ episode! #JustToolin #TechShop #Porsche #Porsche911 #CarEnthusiast #CarCollection #GarageGoals #AutoTech #CarCulture #MechanicLife #CarLovers

👏🏻 Recognizing those driving technician education forward! Group Publisher Tom Pecka presents the TechShop Honor Roll Award to NAPA & Carlyle Tools for their impact through 🎓 scholarships, 💻 digital resources & ⚙️ XR-powered training. 🔧

The next generation of techs isn’t optional, it’s essential. Hear Danny Huffaker on the Tool Time Podcast 🎧 @theNAPAnetwork ▶️ Watch the clip, then catch the full episode - techshopmag.com/tool-time-podc… #ToolTimePodcast #TradeWear #ToolbeltGeneration #GenZTechs #NAPAAutoParts

Training the next generation takes more than tools, it takes leadership. In Ep 3 of My Road to AAPEX 2025, AUMOVIO’s Stefan Feder & Doug Rennie visit Lehigh Career & Tech Institute to show how collaboration drives the aftermarket. 🎥 youtu.be/sX4zqzrBmbI #MyRoadToAAPEX

Your majesty, Paolo is exhausted… but Eric? Thriving. 😎 TradeWear + a little shop magic = royal results. 👑 The Toolbelt Generation wins again. 💪 @theNAPAnetwork #TradeWear #ToolbeltGeneration Disclosure: U.S. residents 18+. Ends Dec 31 2025. See site for Terms.

The aftermarket’s future starts with those learning the trade. In Ep. 3 of My Road to AAPEX 2025, AUMOVIO’s Stefan Feder visits Lehigh Career & Technical Institute to inspire the next generation. 🎥 Watch now: youtu.be/sX4zqzrBmbI #AAPEX2025 #MyRoadToAAPEX

New tools just dropped 🔧 Eric’s checking out the new Carlyle Tools by NAPA, now in stores! 🛠️ Subscribe to TechShop now for more: babcox.dragonforms.com/loading.do?ome… #JustToolin #TechShop #AutomotiveIndustry #GarageLife #CarRepair #ShopTalk

We didn’t plan the matching TradeWear, but we’re not mad. 😎 @theNAPAnetwork x Dickies keep the Toolbelt Generation in style. 💪 Follow for more fits! #TradeWear #ToolbeltGeneration Disclosure: U.S. residents 18+. Ends Dec 31 2025 or when supplies run out. See site for Terms.

@theNAPAnetwork x Dickies TradeWear has our ASE tech serving runway energy. The Toolbelt Generation is here. 💪 Follow for more fits + shop life! #TradeWear #ToolbeltGeneration #NAPA Disclosure: U.S. residents 18+. Ends Dec 31 2025 or when supplies run out. See site for Terms.

MotoRad CEO Matt Buchholz started with a truck, his dad’s help, and a high school shop job. From oil changes to leading a global brand — his story shows how real shop-floor experience drives leadership. 🎥 youtu.be/XD3tTcM9xlc #MyRoadToAAPEX #AAPEX2025 #MotoRad

Eric breaks out the Hoppy Headlamp Aiming Kit, perfect for sealed beams. Mirrors, levels, precise aim. Clean, quick, pro-level results! 🔧 Subscribe to TechShop now for more: babcox.dragonforms.com/loading.do?ome… #JustToolin #TechShop #AutomotiveIndustry #GarageLife #CarRepair #ShopTalk

From turning wrenches to leading a global brand — MotoRad CEO Matt Buchholz shares how shop-floor experience still drives his leadership. 🎥 Watch Episode 2 of My Road to AAPEX 2025: youtu.be/XD3tTcM9xlc #MyRoadToAAPEX #AAPEX2025 #MotoRad #Aftermarket #BabcoxMedia

👔➡️🔧 Wells VP David Stewart swaps the boardroom for the bay to install ignition coils. 📺 Watch: youtu.be/rrQNFfs0VdQ 👉 Follow for more My Road to AAPEX 2025 episodes! #MyRoadToAAPEX #AAPEX2025 #WellsVehicleElectronics #Aftermarket