Data-bussing and multiplexing can be complex and aggravating, but F.R.E.D. (Frustrating, Ridiculous, Electronic, Devices) can help solve the mystery behind it. Take our five question quick quiz to put your understanding of how the electronic modules communicate with each other to the test. Conquering this tough issue will help you save you valuable diagnostic time.

There are more and more hybrid vehicles on the road, which means there are more chances for accidents to happen. High voltage is not something to take lightly; understanding how to properly work with the high voltage is a MUST as a first responder. Take this five question quick quiz to make sure you know how to keep yourself safe while you’re doing your job of saving the lives of the accident victims. You could be saving someone’s life tomorrow with the information you’ll learn today.

By Scott 'Gonzo' Weaver. When I was a kid, I used to watch my dad, who started out as a diesel mechanic, tune up cars and trucks from time to time. He would turn the adjustment screws on the carburetor until the engine smoothed out and started to purr. Then, after listening closely to the rumbling of the motor, the adjustment screws would get one final tweak. He would always bend down and cup his hand around the belching tail pipe exhaust and take a big sniff of the fumes, and then go back to his adjustments. That was back in the 60s and 70s before PCMs, O2 sensors and catalytic converters.

Through the years, AVI has helped thousands of technicians, trainers and shop owners achieve their diagnostic training goals. Whether it be training on new equipment or scan tools, staying up-to-date with industry technology, professional development or simply the desire to learn something new--the learning never stops. We all know that finding the time for training is hard. That’s why AVI OnDemand wants to make it easy for you to make time for great training.

It's been a busy summer at AVI with two new training classes almost ready to join our library! Transform your frustration into profits in your shop with the interactive hands-on Victory Over Voltage Drop training course, and take your ASE certification to the next level with the Complete A8 Test Prep Program—the last step to being an ASE Certified Master Technician. Both Victory Over Voltage Drop and the Complete A8 Test Prep Program with Instructor Dave Hobbs are set to be released in the Fall.

Last week, Automotive Video launched a new Facebook Fan Page and an Application exclusively for ASE Test Prep! Learn more about the ASE certification exams, take interactive quizzes to test your knowledge, watch technical tip clips from our Test Prep programs, check out other AVI Test Prep opportunities, and more! AVI's ASE Test Prep programs are designed to help automotive technicians easily and confidently pass their ASE certification tests. Our goal is to provide solid information and hands-on procedures across multiple platforms for the optimal learning experience.