Auto Service World
MAY 20, 2025
The mindset of service advisors and shop owners plays a crucial role in the success and growth of the business, according to a shop coach. Sabrina Wilkerson, a former service advisor and now a trainer at Elite, emphasized the importance of adopting a growth mindset during a session at the recent Midwest Auto Care Alliance Hi-Tech Training & Expo in Kansas City.
Automotive Training Centre
MAY 20, 2025
Not all vehicle problems announce themselves with loud noises or flashing lights. Sometimes, a subtle shake, rattle, or rumble is all the technician has to work with. Thats where advanced vibration diagnostics come in, one of the most essential skills developed through professional auto mechanic training. Understanding how to read feedback from a vehicles engine and chassis systems gives technicians a powerful diagnostic advantage.
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Automotive Training Centre
MAY 14, 2025
When most automotive school students think about performance upgrades, they focus on horsepower, tires, or suspension systems. But one critical element often gets overlooked: brake fluid. As vehicle engineering evolves and track-capable road cars become more common, the quality and performance of brake fluids have taken center stage. Auto mechanics who understand the chemistry and role of high-performance brake fluids play an essential role, not just for maximizing performance, but for maintaini
Shop Marketing Pros
MAY 14, 2025
EPISODE: 152 Marketing To Hire So, you didnt go to school for HR, and lets be honest, hiring probably wasnt what you dreamed about when you opened your shop. But here you are, needing to fill those bays and build a solid team. In this episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Kim Walker is joined by Lisa Coyle of Promotive to break down what it takes to hire in todays world, and spoiler alert: its all about marketing.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 19, 2025
In the realm of automotive education, instructors often face the temptation of more lucrative careers outside the classroom. However, Andy Buehler of the Upper Valley Career Center in Piqua, Ohio, has not only resisted that pull but actively turned away from industry to dedicate himself to shaping the next generation of automotive professionals. His commitment, combined with a passion for excellence and innovative teaching methods, has made him a standout educator and a source of inspiration for
Brake & Front End
MAY 19, 2025
In this episode of DriveTime, Danny Huffaker discusses the Carlyle Tools Reimagined campaign and the brands bold new direction. Huffaker is the SVP of Product & Marketing at NAPA Auto Parts. He says the Carlyle Tool brand is “built different. The Carlyle Tool program has been around for a while, but we realized that it was time to really innovate and disrupt the market with this, for lots of reasons, Huffaker said.
Automotive Training Centre
MAY 14, 2025
Engine overheating has always been a concern for drivers, but with modern vehicles, the causes and consequences are more complex than ever. Advanced auto mechanic engine technology, tighter design tolerances, and integrated cooling systems mean that diagnosing overheating isn’t as straightforward as it once was. If youre training to become a mechanic, gaining a deeper understanding of engine temperature control is essential for protecting todays vehicles from serious and costly damage.
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autoevolution
MAY 17, 2025
Depending on whom you ask, Cadillac needs at least one exciting model in its lineup that's different from the models the GM-owned premium marque currently makes. Most enthusiasts would clearly opt for a performance-oriented machine, perhaps one based on the latest Chevrolet Corvette. Such a model was supposedly on the table, yet it appears that it hasn't. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 15, 2025
In the automotive repair business, service advisors are at the heart of building customer trust. Your recommendations matter. That’s why you need parts you can rely onlike Walker Products. Since 1946, Walker Products has proudly served the automotive industry. As a US-based, family-owned company, we deliver premium engine management and fuel system components that meet or exceed OEM standards.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 14, 2025
The coalition aims to ensure vehicle owners and fleets retain access to and control of data generated by their own vehicles, citing privacy, safety, and property rights.
Automotive Training Centre
MAY 15, 2025
Torque is one of the most important and often misunderstood concepts in automotive repair. It affects everything from engine performance to the simple task of tightening bolts. For students in auto mechanic training , a deep understanding of torque is essential for doing safe, precise, and professional work in the shop. At ATC Cambridge, torque is more than just a number on a wrench, its a core part of every successful repair and system calibration.
Auto Service World
MAY 15, 2025
In good times and bad, you need to be marketing. Heres why you should and how to do it What an interesting time weve been living in these past five years. It seems that as soon as we get comfortable with the new normal, something happens that changes the way we need to do business. I know were all sick of hearing about how we need to pivot, but isnt that whats required to run a long term, successful business in the automotive industry?
autoevolution
MAY 18, 2025
Back in April, I told you about a cool 1969 Plymouth Road Runner scheduled to go under the hammer at Indy 2025. It was a super rare Hemi with special-order paint that looked like it could set a new auction record. Well, the hammer just fell, and the Mopar became the most expensive 1969 Road Runner ever auctioned. The. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 14, 2025
Back in the 80s, turbochargers were all the rage, but they had a pretty short lifespan sometimes only lasting about 40,000 miles. By the early 90s, many automakers ditched them. But rather than becoming forgotten technology, turbos have returned in a big way. Today, nearly 25% of new cars have turbochargers, and that number will likely jump to more than 50% in the next few years.
Brake & Front End
MAY 14, 2025
CV axles are a critical part of a vehicles drivetrain, and when they go bad, your customers depend on you to replace them. With the right tools and techniques, its a job that can be done efficiently and safely. But using the wrong approach can lead to damaged components, wasted time and serious frustration. Trakmotive is here to guide you through the process, highlighting the best practices as well as crucial donts for a successful CV axle replacement.
Auto Service World
MAY 14, 2025
The light truck market continues to thrive in 2025, accounting for 88.1 per cent of total new light vehicle sales. Sales rose 4.7 per cent in the first quarter, driven by strong performances in the SUV, van, and pickup segments, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, highlighting the ongoing shift in consumer preferences towards light trucks and away from traditional passenger cars.
autoevolution
MAY 14, 2025
Bunny and Bruce are a retired couple looking to kick off the golden years of their life in a new RV. So, after attending a motorhome and camper show and falling in love with a 2023 Entegra Odyssey 29V, they found themselves in the proud ownership of a fresh Class C RV. However, it wasn't all uphill from there, but rather, as downhill as they can get, with the couple finding themselves in trouble even before they took their first real. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 15, 2025
Every time a vehicle moves, theres a critical component working behind the scenes to transfer power efficientlythe driveshaft. From early steel designs to todays advanced composite materials, the driveshaft has evolved significantly, improving performance, durability, and efficiency. The fundamental role of a driveshaft has remained unchanged: it transfers torque from the engine and transmission to the wheels.
Brake & Front End
MAY 20, 2025
What do aKymcoscooter and aBMWi3 have in common? They share the same internal combustion engine. I know what youre saying right now. Isnt the i3 an EV? Yes it is. But you could order this vehicle with a range extending engine, which actually used a Kymco scooter motor. The system ran the engine at around 4,000 RPM to charge the battery. It could do this with the key off or even with the key on.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 14, 2025
Due to a potential error the rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
Auto Service World
MAY 14, 2025
Lordco Auto Parts is navigating a challenging economic landscape with optimism and strategic innovation, company leaders said in the latest episode of Auto Service World Conversations. Speaking at their annual trade show in Vancouver last month, Ian and Samantha Coates noted that while the start of the year has been softer than expected, the industry remains fundamentally strong. “We’ve had a ton of people come through the last couple days and everyone’s excited to take advanta
autoevolution
MAY 17, 2025
This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 10th Anniversary Edition has been with the same owner for 41 years. It is a woman who has only added 1,000 miles to the odometer. After four decades of ownership, she decided to let it go and asked her son to list it online. It must have been the big-block V8 that she didn't like. Or probably the old-school four-speed manual transmission.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 14, 2025
When shop owners like yourself 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 isnt limited to just those vehicles. Believe it or not, youre probably already in that market. Today were 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 by f
Brake & Front End
MAY 18, 2025
A rough ride or uneven tire wear might point to more than just old tiresit could be a suspension system issue. This article outlines the key signs of suspension wear and explains how to inspect shocks, struts, control arm bushings, and springs. From minor fluid seepage to hydraulic bushing failure, learn the steps to identify wear before it turns into a costly repair.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 14, 2025
A radically simple truck enters a complicated market but maybe thats exactly the point.
Auto Service World
MAY 20, 2025
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autoevolution
MAY 15, 2025
Quite a few body-on-frame SUVs produced by the Ford Motor Company for the US market have been hit with a safety recall. According to the Dearborn-based manufacturer, approximately 273,789 vehicles may leak brake fluid over front brake lines that may come into contact with the engine air cleaner outlet pipe. The affected population comprises 223,315 units of the 2022 through 2024 model year Ford Expedition and 50,474 examples of the 2022 t. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 20, 2025
In the fast-paced world of automotive repair, trust and reliability are paramount. As a shop owner, your reputation depends on the quality of the parts you use. Since 1946, Walker Products has been a trusted partner in the automotive industry, supplying premium fuel system components and engine management sensors that meet or exceed OEM standards, but more importantly meet the same standards that your reputation is founded on.
Brake & Front End
MAY 17, 2025
The Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) announced the availability of the 2025 edition of its Lifting Points Guide, “Vehicle Lifting Points for Frame Engaging Lifts.” The guide may be ordered as a digital product or bundled with a print version. Both the print and digital versions carry the identical content covering model year 2000 to 2025 cars, SUVs, vans, light-duty trucks and EVs sold in the U.S. and Canada.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 19, 2025
For a more effective RFP outcome, first understand how to gain internal alignment, avoid an overbuilt document, and decide when to use an RFI or RFQ to start the process.
Auto Service World
MAY 20, 2025
Midas launched a new Limited Lifetime Tire Guarantee program across all its franchise locations in Canada and the U.S., offering what it calls B.S. Free tire coverage for customers no matter where they travel. The program provides free tire services including flat repairs, rotations, alignment checks and rebalancing for qualifying tires purchased at any Midas location, with coverage honoured even when a Midas shop isnt nearby.
autoevolution
MAY 18, 2025
Reliability is many things to many people. When it comes to all things automotive, reliability depends on many fine details, beginning with the design stage of the smallest component and through final quality control at the assembly plant. As you might have already guessed, not all vehicles are created equal in this regard. Body-on-frame vehicles have a slight advantage over unibody designs, and surely enough, the majority of pickup truck. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 15, 2025
In the demanding world of professional automotive repair, precision, quality, and trust aren’t just wordsthey’re essential. Walker Products has been delivering excellence since 1946, supplying premium engine management sensors and components that not only meet but exceed OEM standards. Our ISO 9001 and IATF16949 certified facilities are a testament to our commitment to precision and reliability.
Brake & Front End
MAY 16, 2025
Hamatonwill showcase its latest TPMS sensor technology at the 30th edition of Autopromotec in Bologna, May 21-24. The biennial event focuses on automotive equipment and aftermarket products, bringing together tires and tire equipment, workshop tools, and spare parts and car service sectors. TPMS Sensor Technology for All Vehicle Types Hamaton says its team will demonstrate its fullTPMS sensor range.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 16, 2025
Being a K&M Tire Mr. Tire / Big 3 Tire program dealer is the perfect way for todays independent tire dealers to maximize their profits while retaining their shops unique identity. The Falken Boost Program , exclusively available to Mr. Tire / Big 3 Tire program dealers, has been specifically designed to make every Falken Tire sale more rewarding for your bottom line.
AutoVitals
MAY 20, 2025
Looking to boost car count and strengthen customer relationships in 2025? Youre not aloneand theres a lot you can do right now to make it happen. Across the industry, proactive shop owners are asking: How can I build loyalty and drive more traffic through strategic marketing?
autoevolution
MAY 17, 2025
It's been eight years already since American motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson pulled the plug on the V-twin racing street custom (VRSC) range. That's enough time for most people to have almost forgotten about it. Luckily, there are still enough V-Rod riders out there to keep the flame alive, as they turn to custom builders to refresh their motorcycles.
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