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How much vehicles now cost in Canada

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Passenger cars in 2015 sat at an average of $28,675 that has grown to $45,813 in 2024. Light trucks, meanwhile, saw a jump from $38,477 in 2015 to $54,950 last year an increase of 43 per cent. Thats a 60% increase. But both increases have calmed in the last year.

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The liability of smart cars and understanding the risks

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In 2015, security researchers were able to remotely take control of a Jeep Cherokee. Examples of automotive cybersecurity breaches The threat of automotive cyberattacks is not just theoretical. Several real-world instances have already been reported where vulnerabilities in connected cars were exploited, with varying degrees of severity.

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Domestic nameplates losing ground in aftermarket

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Domestic nameplates peaked in product volume in 2015 but have since struggled to match the growth of the total light vehicle aftermarket, which has risen over 20 per cent in the same period. This decline has had a significant impact on their aftermarket product sales, which are projected to be 2 per cent lower in 2024 than in 2005.

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Analysis: How business intelligence tools are transforming automotive service

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The country had a 90 per cent spam rate in 2015 , and the ruling reduced it to 45.1 Provincially specific guidelines are available for auto shops in Alberta, British Columbia and Quebec. Other guidance includes Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL). per cent in 2021. CASL forces companies to be stricter with digital marketing materials.

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Ford Recalls Nearly 161,000 Trucks and SUVs for Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image

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All of them were produced for model year 2015 exclusively, with production dates ranging from August 20, 2013 for the Lincoln MKC through March 31, 2025 for said crossover and the Lincoln. Said condition affects 160,729 pickup trucks from the Super Duty line, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator sport utility vehicle, and Lincoln MKC crossovers.

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Air Lift now offering coilover kits

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These will be available initially for a wide range of vehicles, such as 2015-2021 Subaru WRXs, 2018-2024 Honda Accord sedans, 2002-2006 Infiniti G35 sedans, 2015-2020 Acura TLXs and more. The post Air Lift now offering coilover kits appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Average U.S. Vehicle Age Rises to 12.8 Years

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Heavy registration years from 2015 to 2019 are entering the aftermarket space now. Aftermarket Opportunities as Fleet Expands New and used vehicle prices remain high across the U.S. The national fleet grew to 289 million in 2024, up 3 million. These trends will expand opportunities in the aftermarket.

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