Brake & Front End

JULY 25, 2025

The Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX 2025) has released the full floor plan and schedule for its annual event. A major update this year is the segmentation of the show floor by product and service category. AAPEX organizers said this change “allows attendees to navigate the event more efficiently and focus on the technologies and solutions they need most.” “Evidence of the industry’s evolution is reflected in the dynamic range of technologies, products and services offered

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Automotive Fleet

JULY 25, 2025

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the next-generation CLA, featuring electric and hybrid options, fast-charging tech, and a redesigned operating system aimed at boosting efficiency, connectivity, and fleet readiness.

Electricity

Automotive Training Centre

JULY 23, 2025

As Director of ATC, Montreal’s premier automotive school, Mathieu Charland has witnessed thousands of students step into their first garage, unsure of themselves, and graduate confident, capable, and career-ready. Since 2009, he’s led the school’s mission of building futures, one hands-on skill at a time. “It’s all about giving a chance,” says Charland.

Apprentice Mechanic

Auto Service World

JULY 23, 2025

Ontario’s small auto businesses are hitting the brakes on growth as the U.S.-Canada trade conflict drags on — and the cost could top $2.9 billion in lost investment over the next year. That’s the warning from a new report by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), which found that nearly half (49 per cent) of Ontario’s automotive businesses have paused or cancelled planned investments due to trade uncertainty.

Automotive

Autoflow

JULY 22, 2025

Dallas, TX — July 23rd, 2025 — Autoflow , a leader in intelligent workflow solutions for the automotive industry, is proud to announce the integration of its virtual inspection platform, iDVI (Instant Digital Vehicle Inspections) , with the robust warranty claims platform from Administration Management Solutions (AMS). This strategic partnership brings streamlined, cost-effective virtual inspection capabilities directly into the AMS claims environment.

Management

Automotive Training Centre

JULY 23, 2025

These days, hitting 100,000 km is no longer the beginning of the end for a vehicle. It’s just the beginning of its second act. Thanks to better engineering, auto mechanic training , and improved materials, many cars can now easily reach 200,000 km or more, if properly maintained. But the key phrase here is: if properly maintained. In this article, we’ll explore what it takes to keep high-mileage vehicles running strong and why future technicians should be especially prepared to care for them.

Auto Mechanic Training

Brake & Front End

JULY 27, 2025

Ari-Hetra, a manufacturer of automotive maintenance equipment, introduced the WS-MobileAlign, a mobile alignment machine for vehicles of all sizes. Ari-Hetra touts the portable design of the alignment system which allows it to move from bay to bay. The company says it can accommodate heavy-duty trucks, buses and cars. Features highlighted by the company include: Advanced 3D Imaging & HD Cameras: Provide highly accurate alignment measurements.

Software

autoevolution

JULY 22, 2025

The largest Honda auto engine plant in the world is celebrating its 40th anniversary on July 22, 2025. During these past four decades, it has expanded more than tenfold. More than 32.5 million engines have been produced thus far, but as it happens, the Anna plant in Ohio is also gearing up for the full-electric future. As part of today's announcement, American Honda Motor has confirmed that Anna Engine Plant will support electric veh. ( continue reading.

Engineering

Tire Review Magazine

JULY 22, 2025

The Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo ( AAPEX ) has released the full floor plan and schedule for its annual event in 2025. A major update this year is the segmentation of the show floor by product and service category. AAPEX organizers said this change allows attendees to navigate the event more efficiently and focus on the technologies and solutions they need most.

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Automotive Training Centre

JULY 24, 2025

For decades in auto mechanic training , routine oil changes have been the gold standard in car maintenance. Miss one, and your engine pays the price. But in today’s tech-driven vehicles, there’s another type of maintenance rising in importance: software updates. Just like oil keeps your engine running smoothly, software keeps your vehicle’s digital systems performing correctly and securely.

Oil Change

Brake & Front End

JULY 23, 2025

The Auto Care Association recently announced the winners of its annual awards recognizing excellence in education. The award ceremony took place during the 2025 Auto Care Connect event in Phoenix. The honors included the 2025 Auto Care Education (ACE) Awards and the 2025 Mort Schwartz Excellence in Education Award. These programs highlight how education helps keep cars on the road longer by strengthening workforce knowledge and industry innovation.

Education

Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 24, 2025

In a manual transmission vehicle, something needs to be between the engine and the rest of the drive train to allow the vehicle to idle at a stop sign and switch gears. This is the function of the automotive clutch. It breaks the power transfer from the engine to the transmission. There are several different variations of a clutch today but the main components are the same.

Automotive

autoevolution

JULY 23, 2025

A Ford Mustang Mach-E owner who drives his car intensively still enjoys over 95% of its battery life after more than 252,000 miles. David Blenkle used the vehicle for his private car service, which explains the unusually high mileage. His experience shows that EVs are suitable even for the most demanding driving scenarios. People often cite battery degradation and high replacement costs as the main reasons for not wanting an electric vehi. ( continue reading.

Electricity

Jalopnik

JULY 25, 2025

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Electricity

Automotive Training Centre

JULY 22, 2025

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked questions in nearly every industry, and the world of auto repair is no exception. If you’re considering auto mechanic training , you might be wondering: Will AI replace the role of the technician? The short answer is no. But the long answer is more interesting and essential for anyone planning a career in automotive repair.

Auto Repair

Auto Service World

JULY 25, 2025

The uncertainty around tariffs still weighs heavily on the automotive industry as a whole, including the aftermarket. The industry stands on the brink of a potential economic upheaval as new tariff policies threaten to reshape decades of integrated manufacturing relationships. Plus, the constant back and forth of whether tariffs are on, increased, decreased or off is only making matters worse.

Banking

Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 22, 2025

There is a unique biomechanical connection between a driver’s foot, eyes, brain and brake pedal. All four work together to bring a vehicle to a safe and controlled stop. It is an interesting control system that has only been mastered by the most advanced autonomous driving systems. The organic sensors in the foot measures pressure. Both eyes work together for depth perception to gauge the distance.

Hydraulics

RepairSmith

JULY 22, 2025

If you have a tire blowout, it’s essential to stay calm, keep both hands securely on the wheel, and avoid sudden movements. Gradually release the accelerator and use engine braking (downshifting) to allow the car to slow down naturally. Gently steer the vehicle to a safe location and turn on your hazard lights. Once stopped, apply the parking brake, turn off the engine, and call roadside assistance.

Car

autoevolution

JULY 24, 2025

The internal combustion Porsche Cayenne will soon get all-electric twins. Emphasis on the plural form of twin because the forthcoming Cayenne Electric will be offered in standard and Cayenne Coupe Electric flavors. Expected to debut a few months after the Cayenne Electric goes official at IAA Mobility in September 2025, the sleeker option has been spied in what appears to be production-intent attire.

Electricity

Jalopnik

JULY 26, 2025

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Car

Auto Service World

JULY 25, 2025

AAPEX has unveiled its 2025 floor plan, making a few changes it said will make it easier for attendees to find what they need — and who they need to meet. Also released was the full show schedule. The exhibitor floor plan for this fall’s event includes a major change: Exhibitors will now be grouped by product and service category. The new layout is designed to help buyers navigate the massive show floor more efficiently and connect with the right suppliers.

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Tire Review Magazine

JULY 22, 2025

As electric trucks grow in popularity, so does the need for tires designed to meet their unique performance challenges. EV trucks need tires built for weight, torque, and traction. That’s where Hankook’s new EV truck tire , the Hankook iON HT, comes in. We met up with Robert Nasca, Product & Marketing Training Manager at Hankook Tire , at the Electrify Expo in LA, where Hankook revealed the latest addition to their EV-specific iON lineup.

Trucking

Automotive Training Centre

JULY 25, 2025

If you’ve ever wondered how to figure out what’s going on inside a car’s engine, without taking it apart, this blog is for you. At ATC Surrey, our goal isn’t just to teach students how to turn wrenches. It’s to show you how to think like an auto mechanic technician. And that means using diagnostic tools that give you answers fast. Two of the most important techniques you’ll learn in auto mechanic training are compression testing and leak-down testing.

Mechanic

autoevolution

JULY 25, 2025

The Raging Bull of Sant'Agata Bolognese has identified a concern affecting its flagship model. Subject vehicles were produced with incorrectly assembled spherical pins for the door springs. In case of detachment of the door pins, the doors may close under their weight, increasing the risk of injury to the driver and passenger. Failed spherical pins may also result in doors that are extremely difficult to open from the inside of the V. ( continue reading.

Vehicle

Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 25, 2025

In partnership with NAPA, ShopOwner, the Babcox Media brand serving professional independent automotive shop owners, is seeking to recognize and celebrate the vital role of mentorship in the automotive service industry. The ShopOwner Mentorship Award – Sponsored by NAPA will honor exceptional automotive shop owners, service advisors and technicians who are actively investing in the future of their profession by mentoring the next generation of automotive professionals.

Automotive

Jalopnik

JULY 25, 2025

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Transportation

Automotive Fleet

JULY 25, 2025

Speakers and experts at Fleet Forward: The Tour shared hands-on, hard-won insights on how fleet operations are handling tariffs, EV charging, rules and regs, and safety issues.

Electricity

RepairSmith

JULY 25, 2025

Keeping up with your Volkswagen Jetta’s recommended maintenance isn’t just about taking care of your vehicle, it’s about taking care of yourself and your busy lifestyle. Regular maintenance ensures your Jetta runs smoothly, remains dependable, and gets you where you need to go without surprises or disruptions. Following our Volkswagen Jetta maintenance schedule is the best way to care for your vehicle, and you can learn more about these regular services below: Volkswagen Jetta

Oil Change

autoevolution

JULY 22, 2025

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) is almost ready to bring to market the 2026 model year for the full-size Sequoia body-on-frame three-row SUV, and while they don't have a mid-cycle refresh underway, there are some fashionable novelties across the lineup. After the first. ( continue reading.

Auto Remarketing

JULY 22, 2025

While new-car sales made a significant jump in the second quarter, used-vehicle sales took just a small step up, according to the latest data from Lotlinx. The dealership inventory management platform’s Q2 2025 Quarterly Vincensus Report showed a 7% increase in new sales volume over Q1, a surge it attributed to the “tariff- driven rush” early in the quarter, which subsided by late spring.

Used Cars

Auto Service World

JULY 24, 2025

More than half of drivers admit to continuing to drive even after spotting a fault with their vehicle — and the most common issues they ignore could land them in dangerous situations. A new investigation by Uswitch found that 57 per cent of motorists knowingly drive with a fault in their car, putting themselves and others at risk. The most commonly ignored issues are tires, wipers, windshields, and lights, all of which play a critical role in road safety.

Car

AutoSuccess

JULY 24, 2025

Lotlinx, the auto industry’s first and only VIN Performance platform built to help dealers maximize profitability, released its Q2 2025 Vincensus Report , delivering the industry’s most detailed quarterly inventory performance insights. The Lotlinx Q2 2025 Vincensus Report analyzes over 24 billion proprietary VIN-level data points. This report offers precise insights into vehicle inventory risk, sales velocity, consumer price sensitivity and brand-level performance for both new and used vehicles

Retail

RepairSmith

JULY 24, 2025

How to Check Transmission Fluid (A Step-By-Step Guide) Here’s how your mechanic will check your vehicle’s transmission fluid level: Park the vehicle on a proper level surface and engage the parking brake to ensure safety during the procedure. Start the engine and allow it to reach a normal operating temperature condition. They’ll keep the engine running throughout the process unless the owner’s manual specifies that the fluid should be checked with the engine off.

Check Engine Light

autoevolution

JULY 23, 2025

Rivian adopted the NACS standard in June 2023, but only launched its first NACS-equipped models this June. The EV startup fitted its RAN chargers with NACS plugs to accommodate the new models. The first stations to offer the dual-plug setup are at the Joshua Tree, Hamptons, and Yosemite Outposts. Rivian was among the first carmakers to adopt Tesla's ( continue reading.

IT

Tire Review Magazine

JULY 22, 2025

The Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo ( AAPEX ) has released the full floor plan and schedule for its annual event in 2025. A major update this year is the segmentation of the show floor by product and service category. AAPEX organizers said this change allows attendees to navigate the event more efficiently and focus on the technologies and solutions they need most.

Media

Jalopnik

JULY 25, 2025

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Car

AutoSuccess

JULY 23, 2025

The Reynolds and Reynolds Company has announced the five finalists in its 2025 Automotive Amplifiers Contest. These finalists will present their best practices at Amplify 2025 in Dallas on August 19. Each finalist developed an impactful innovation or strategy that improves operations, customer experience or profitability. “With so many high-impact entries, the judges had a very difficult task selecting the five finalists,” said Chris Walsh, president and acting CEO for Reynolds.

Automotive