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EV World: A learning experience

Auto Service World

We probably work on 2,500 cars a year. Most of the stuff that’s going wrong is the same stuff that goes wrong on every other car, just normal wear and tear on the vehicle. It’s a unique experience, the very first time they’re in a car. And those people coming in tend to believe their car needs nothing.

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Texas Ranger: This 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Is a Barely Driven Modern Day Collectible

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It takes a bit of doing in order to figure out which modern-day muscle cars are likely to hold their value reasonably well in the long-term, or even go up in value, as is the case with ultra-rare and/or borderline exotic machines. Take something like the Ford GT for example, even though it’s a supercar and not a muscle car.

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Someone Bought a Rare Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca in 2012 and Is Now Selling It

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Pictured above is car #422, and it is an interesting one, as it has been with the same person since new. It is estimated that only 767 copies of the Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca saw the light of day, and we just came across one that is for sale. The seller is the owner&#039. continue reading. )

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Common Issues on the Tesla Model S

RepairSmith

The Tesla Model S forever changed the automotive industry upon its debut in 2012, blending cutting-edge technology and performance with an all-electric drivetrain. Infotainment System Failures Another widespread issue in Model S units from 2012 through approximately 2018 is the Media Control Unit (MCU) failure.

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Diagnosing Mercedes-Benz 4Matic Transmissions

Tomorrow's Technician

On later cars and GL-Class SUVs, the transfer case splits power to the front and rear using helical-cut gears on the output shaft. In 2012, for the C-Class and some AMG models, Mercedes-Benz took a different direction with 4MATIC. If the fluid is not serviced every 40,000 miles, the chain can wear and stretch.

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2012 Ford Mustang 302 Wants To Boss You Around at Your Own Expense

autoevolution

Are you thinking of sprucing up your life with a proper muscle car but cannot be bothered by the S650 Ford Mustang and the new-gen Dodge Charger family? As any muscle car enthusiast can tell you, the Blue Oval revived this moniker for 2012 and used it. How about a rare low-mileage Boss 302? continue reading. )

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Hyundai Stop/Start System Problems

Tomorrow's Technician

The Hyundai Idle Stop and Go (ISG) function is the automakers start/stop system that found its way onto some 2012 models. ISG automatically switches off the engine when the car is at a standstill and starts it again as soon as the brake pedal is released. A lot has to happen for the engine to utilize ISG.