Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In 2012, Audi, VW and Porsche started reducing their platforms like many other manufacturers. The origins of the platform date back to the 2006 A5. For larger vehicles with longitudinally mounted engines, Audi named the platform Modularer Längs Baukasten or MLB. It has even been used for the Porsche Macan.

Electricity

Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In 2012, Audi, VW and Porsche started reducing their platforms like many other manufacturers. The origins of the platform date back to the 2006 A5. For larger vehicles with longitudinally mounted engines, Audi named the platform Modularer Längs Baukasten or MLB. It has even been used for the Porsche Macan.

Electricity

Auto Service World

JANUARY 18, 2025

Crit’Air 3 (Orange): Euro 4 vehicles (2006-2010) Crit’Air 4 (Red): Euro 3 vehicles (2001-2005) Crit’Air 5 (Grey): Euro 2 vehicles (1997-2000) Within LEZs different categories of vehicles face specific operational restrictions based on location and time.

Transportation

Eastwood

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Being redeveloped as Fleetwood Lofts , the two remaining buildings of what was once a much larger factory complex are undergoing a major renovation before a 2006 fire. Just five years later, it integrated Fleetwood’s manufacturing into Fisher’s Detroit facilities. And now that slice of history can literally be your living room.

Car

RepairSmith

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In specific Dodge Dakota models (manufactured in 2005 and above), a series of components are attached to the Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM), including the A/C switch. However, there are a few manufacturing years you should avoid. These include models manufactured in 2000, 2002, 2005, and 2006.

Mechanic

RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In specific Dodge Dakota models (manufactured in 2005 and above), a series of components are attached to the Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM), including the A/C switch. However, there are a few manufacturing years you should avoid. These include models manufactured in 2000, 2002, 2005, and 2006.

Mechanic

Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The youngest brother, Jeremy, who helps overlook the commercial side of the business, joined the Black’s team full-time in 2006 after attending North Carolina State University. “My Black’s partners with tire manufacturers to assist veterans with their medical issues and benefits.

Apprenticeship

AutoSuccess

JUNE 10, 2024

With over four decades of experience in the automotive industry, Brooks’ journey through the automotive sector goes back to his tenure as a service advisor, service manager and director across various manufacturers. He transitioned to Ally Financial in 2006. In 2014, he embarked on a mission to redefine fixed operations consulting.

Service Advisor

Brake & Front End

AUGUST 8, 2024

Toyota started implementing a similar system on some GS, LS and RX platforms in 2006. Some manufacturers mount the sensors under the headlights, strut towers and tail lights. When a corner is reached, and steering input is detected, the bar can be engaged to stiffen up the suspension.

Hydraulics

Auto Service World

MAY 26, 2025

He joined MEMAs staff in 2006 after years as an active member and played a major role in the consolidation and rebranding of MEMA. In 2010, Chalifoux launched MERA The Association for Sustainable Manufacturing and served as its founding president, helping to elevate global recognition of remanufacturing in the circular economy.

Manufacturing