Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 18, 2025

Brake pulsation might sound like a minor issue. But for drivers, it can feel like the entire car is vibrating under their feet. It’s one of the most common complaints that professional auto mechanics face, and understanding how to diagnose and fix it can set you apart in the industry. If you’re currently enrolled in an auto mechanic school like ATC Surrey or considering it, this blog post is your guide to approaching brake pulsation complaints like a pro.

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Auto Service World

JUNE 18, 2025

Canada’s automotive employment picture was mixed in March, and there are warnings of job losses ahead just as the industry seemed to have recovered from pandemic-related dips. But so far, parts stores saw a slight decline while the repair and maintenance sector continued its steady climb. New data from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants shows that employment in Canada’s automotive sector edged down 0.2 per cent overall in March 2025 compared to the same month last year.

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Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 13, 2025

With rising global temperatures and rapidly evolving vehicle technology, automotive air conditioning (AC) systems are becoming more advanced and essential. For auto mechanics trained to keep drivers comfortable and vehicles efficient, understanding how to diagnose and repair modern AC systems is now a vital skill. In 2025, AC diagnostics go far beyond checking refrigerant levels or replacing worn compressors.

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Auto Service World

JUNE 12, 2025

A new analysis by Auto Trader found that nearly two-thirds of car-related videos on TikTok contain misleading or potentially harmful advice, with car repair and cleaning hacks being the most concerning categories. The study found that 90 per cent of car repair videos on the platform should not be attempted by inexperienced mechanics, as they could lead to further damage.

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Brake & Front End

JUNE 13, 2025

Among the many new features and enhancements of the MaxiSYS Ultra S2 diagnostic tablet, including Live Data Fusion, Multi-System Analysis, and Oscilloscope Integration, technicians have shown the most excitement when discussing the enhancements to the already powerful Module Topology feature of its predecessor. Module Topology, version 3 , provides a detailed module and communication network map with module-fault status, including a new “ping” function to verify communication, isolat

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 12, 2025

How good are you at reading tire wear patterns? Interpreting these patterns is an essential skill that is equal parts experience, knowledge and skill. The key is to be able to match the wear pattern with the condition of the suspension. Tread patterns reveal the condition of alignment angles, suspension and ride control components. Learning how to read the tire and communicate your findings to your customers is the key to selling ride control.

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AutoShopOwner

JUNE 18, 2025

If you’ve already done a mid-year financial checkup, you’re ahead of the game. But knowing your numbers is just the beginning. The next step is using those insights to revise your business strategy and strengthen your shop’s game plan for the rest of 2025. Whether you had a strong first half or hit a few bumps in the road, now is the ideal time to adjust your business plan to reflect your current reality and your future goals.

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Auto Service World

JUNE 12, 2025

Gen Z is driving a significant shift toward AI agent-powered car buying and maintenance, according to recent research. Salesforce reported that three-in-four (74 per cent) of Gen Zers expressed interest in AI agents that can tell them the best time to buy based on price fluctuations, deals, or incentives. “As the first generation of digital natives become first-time car buyers and lessees, expectations for personalized, digital-first technology — and concerns over prices, existing buying and lea

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BayIQ

JUNE 12, 2025

Attracting and retaining top talent in the auto repair and tire industry starts with creating a workplace they’re excited to be part of. Culture has emerged as a key differentiator for shops to keep the best technicians around.

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Auto Repair 130

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 12, 2025

Turbine speed is not a PID you will see on your scan tool for a Volkswagen or Audi turbocharged car or truck. However, many of the PIDs are dependent on how fast the turbocharger’s compressor and turbine are turning. How fast the shaft is turning will influence how much boost is being generated. But the turbine speed can be influenced by the engine and valves on the turbine and compressor side of the turbo.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JUNE 18, 2025

EPISODE: 157 – Preparing for August’s Marketing Plan Ahead: August Marketing Starts Now August might feel far off, but now’s the time to get your marketing dialed in. Back-to-school season, college car checkups, fall event prep, it’s all coming fast. Brian Walker and Caroline Legrand break down what shop owners should be doing in June to stay ahead of the game.

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Auto Service World

JUNE 13, 2025

It’s been quite the year for the automotive aftermarket and we’re not even halfway through. Bill Hanvey joined Auto Service World Conversations to discuss what’s been happening, what’s top of mind and what’s ahead for the industry. The president and CEO of the Auto Care Association outlined the industry’s complex landscape of economic uncertainty and technological transformation with host Adam Malik.

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Brake & Front End

JUNE 17, 2025

Hunter Engineering has released the latest update coverage for its alignment, ADAS and inspection equipment. The new WinAlign update launched on May 21 and the company says it will be the final update of 2025. It includes brand-new records as well as updated existing records to reflect OEM changes to current vehicles. WinAlign Update Includes 2025 Toyota and Ram Models Hunter added 708 new records in this release.

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Vehicle Software Engineering IT 100

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 18, 2025

Like any vehicle, EVs are vulnerable to natural disasters like flooding. However, flooded electric vehicle safety presents unique challenges that differ from gas-powered cars. Technicians must understand these risks to prevent accidents and ensure safe handling. Why Flooding Poses Unique Dangers for EVs One of the most serious risks is electrical shorts.

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autoevolution

JUNE 16, 2025

Antonio Filosa will assume his role as Stellantis' CEO starting June 23. However, the Italian-born yet current Stellantis COO of the Americas has set off on a listening tour to meet the factory employees and hear what they have to say. Stellantis has been looking for a new CEO for the past six months since former CEO Carlos Tavares abruptly resigned two years before his contract was over.

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Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 18, 2025

For every student stepping into the world of automatic transmissions, the torque converter is one of the most important components to understand. It’s the unsung hero of power transfer, helping vehicles smoothly shift gears without a clutch pedal. If you’re enrolled in an automotive school , understanding how torque converters work and how to diagnose their failures is a must.

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Brake & Front End

JUNE 12, 2025

Mitchell 1 has released the latest version of its Manager SE 9.2 shop management software, including improvements to its Job View feature. Mitchell 1 says it has added new tools that give service advisors greater flexibility and control when managing revisions. With the enhanced Revisions feature, shops can now create unlimited Sub-Estimates for a customer’s vehicle, covering items such as deferred maintenance, recommended services and previously identified repairs.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 16, 2025

The Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers released the 2025 Joint Channel Market Size and Forecast 2025-2028. This report offers a detailed review of the U.S. aftermarket and forecasts industry growth through 2028. It also analyzes industry trends that are shaping this projected growth. S&P Global Market Intelligence prepared the Joint Channel Market Size and Forecast report.

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Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 12, 2025

Walk into most repair shops today and you’ll still see one of the oldest tools in the bay: the tread gauge. It’s reliable. Familiar. Easy to use. But smarter tools are starting to take its place. As vehicles grow more complex, service bays busier, and customers more skeptical, the way shops conduct tire inspections is under more scrutiny than ever. The tread gauge still works, but how it’s used, how its results are explained, and how consistent the process is from tech to tech, that’s where thin

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Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 17, 2025

Modern vehicles aren’t just machines; they’re data hubs on wheels. With the rise of sophisticated vehicle data recorders (VDRs), today’s auto mechanics need more than just a wrench and a good ear; they need a firm grasp of technology. For graduates of auto mechanic training , especially those studying at an industry-forward institution like ATC Toronto, understanding these tools is not optional; it’s essential.

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Auto Service World

JUNE 17, 2025

Canada’s electric vehicle momentum slowed sharply in the first quarter of 2025, with zero-emission vehicles making up just 9.7 per cent of new light-duty registrations — a significant drop from both the previous quarter and the same period last year. According to S&P Global Mobility’s latest Canadian Automotive Insights report, Q1 2025 saw nearly 400,000 new light-duty vehicle registrations across all fuel types.

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Brake & Front End

JUNE 15, 2025

When shop owners and technicians are asked if they work on heavy-duty vehicles, they often immediately think of over-the-road semis, construction and mining equipment or even agricultural implements. But the heavy-duty industry isn’t limited to just those vehicles. Believe it or not, you’re probably already in that market. Today we’re diving deep into the world of heavy-duty constant velocity (CV) drive axles, specifically focusing on axles designed to withstand the brutal conditions often faced

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Trucking Vehicle Manufacturing Engineering 100

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 12, 2025

In this episode of Tech Shop’s Tool Time Podcast, Eric Garbe sits down with Stewart Peregrine to discuss ADAS service in today’s shops, and how Autel is designing equipment to help technicians of all experience levels perform accurate, efficient ADAS calibrations. Autel has many different equipment options depending on the needs of your shop, and utilizes cutting edge technology to meet the service requirements of modern vehicles.

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autoevolution

JUNE 16, 2025

The BMW X5, ever since its launch in 1999, has always been an extremely popular nameplate, especially in North America, where it constantly tops the sales charts. Naturally, everyone's curious to Mars and back to find out everything about the upcoming fifth iteration. Codenamed G65, the next iteration of the mid-size premium crossover SUV, is currently in testing, and the Bavarian brand's fans are actively scouting both the off. ( continue reading.

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Auto Remarketing

JUNE 12, 2025

In a market still shaking off pandemic distortions and absorbing the economic uncertainty of new tariffs, certified pre-owned vehicles are again quietly emerging as an important strategic play for both automakers and their dealers. In light of current conditions — and perhaps because of them — the math adds up in favor of broader use of CPO. The industry statistics gathered by J.D.

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IT Vehicle Management Manufacturing 93

Auto Service World

JUNE 17, 2025

The cost of installing an electric vehicle charger is keeping many Canadians from purchasing EVs, especially as government grants for installation came to an end. According to new data from Homestars.com, 55 per cent of Canadian residents believe the government needs to offer more grants and subsidies towards the cost of charger installation. Support for these grants varies by age group, with 60 per cent of 18-34 year olds and 62 per cent of 35-54 year olds in favour, compared to only 46 per cen

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Electric Vehicles Electricity Vehicle IT 162

Brake & Front End

JUNE 16, 2025

The ASE Education Foundation and the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) have announced a new partnership aimed at enhancing and growing automotive technical education with secondary and post-secondary institutions across the United States. “We’re excited to collaborate with NC3, elevate the conversation and take action to address the technician shortage,” Mike Coley, president of the ASE Education Foundation.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 12, 2025

The automotive repair industry is changing quickly, and staying ahead means constantly adapting to new technology, evolving customer expectations, and the rise of EVs and hybrids. Megan Dineff, general manager of Ervine’s Auto Repair and Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV, knows firsthand what it takes to keep a shop on the cutting edge. However, it isn’t just about investing in technology—it’s about investing in people too, and according to Dineff, it’s the shops that make a real connection with thei

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Auto Repair Automotive Repair Automotive Media 130

autoevolution

JUNE 13, 2025

Introduced for the 1968 model year, the Plymouth Road Runner became a big hit. What made it popular? Well, it was affordable, packed solid performance in standard form, and looked flashy in the right color combo. Its association with the Warner Bros. cartoon character, for which Plymouth paid $50,000 (over $400,0. ( continue reading.

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CATI

JUNE 12, 2025

Today’s vehicles are more than just machines; they’re advanced computers on wheels. From engine performance to safety features, nearly every modern vehicle function is controlled by software-driven modules. That’s why module reprogramming has quickly become one of the most critical skills for any new technician entering the field. For students enrolled in automotive training at CATI, learning how to reprogram vehicle modules has become essential.

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Auto Service World

JUNE 17, 2025

Canadian automotive professionals must leverage data-driven solutions to promote innovation and customer satisfaction. Business intelligence (BI) solutions can help operations improve operations and enhance performance by providing valuable insights. These tools vary based on application and desired benefit. Here is how BI tools are impacting the industry and what automotive service professionals should consider.

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Brake & Front End

JUNE 13, 2025

Despite their presence in nearly every car built in the past two decades, many of your customers are probably unaware of cabin air filters or their significance. Here are some tips for you to help educate them and demonstrate the value of regular replacement. Instead of simply stating the need for replacement, begin by asking if they’ve had the cabin air filter replaced recently or if they’ve noticed any changes in air quality inside the vehicle. “Have you noticed any musty smells wh

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Education Service Advisor Technical Car 100

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 17, 2025

A given in the repair industry is that the world of vehicle electronics keeps changing. With change, new challenges reveal themselves in the automotive repair industry every day that reshape how we look at vehicles and repair them. This is not only apparent in the collision and auto glass industries but also mechanical and trucking/transportation. New electronics are being added to vehicles with every new model year.

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autoevolution

JUNE 12, 2025

The most ambitious Leaf ever prepares to make its full debut on June 17. A crossover instead of a hatchback, the newcomer is a completely different animal underneath, beginning with its rear suspension layout. Coming to a dealership near you for the 2026 model year with a North Ame. ( continue reading.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 12, 2025

Ranger Design announced the launch of the company's first curated upfit packages for the Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 and 600.

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Auto Service World

JUNE 18, 2025

The Canadian automotive aftermarket turned out bigger and better than ever for Shad’s R&R last week, with the most golfers, the most money raised and a milestone passed. One of the premier charity golf events in the industry, a sunny sky was overhead for 300 aftermarket pros to hit the links at Woodington Lake Golf Club in Tottenham, Ontario, on June 12.

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Automotive Car IT 207

Brake & Front End

JUNE 18, 2025

DRiV, the aftermarket business unit of Tenneco, launched a line of remanufactured starters and alternators, plus a line of air conditioning parts, both under the Walker brand. The company said that the new products will become available in June. Behind Walker’s Product Standards DRiV said Walker engineers design and back the Walker product ranges to meet strict OE standards.

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