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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. The once-dominant domestic nameplates in the light vehicle aftermarket have seen a steady decline in the U.S.

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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. Each kit comes with vehicle-specific mounts for an accurate bolt-on installation. It also has vehicle-specific valving and internal pressure.

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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. administration pursues its shoot first, aim later policies.

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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 This application uses prescriptive analytics to inform shops how to achieve desired outcomes and use numbers to guide decision-making. For example, shops with a high rate of antique repairs will need to stock hard-to-find parts. per cent in 2021.

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UAP’s Masse to take over GPC North America

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In 2015, he was named president of UAP. Alain Masse Genuine Parts Company announced major changes to at the head of its North American operations. Group president Randy Breaux will retire at the end of the year, and UAP president Alain Masse will take over the newly created role of president for North America Automotive in August.

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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. Data and privacy breaches: Connected cars collect extensive amounts of personal data, including driver information, location history, and even in-car conversations. million prospective and actual customers.

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Nissan's Attempt to Blame Carlos Ghosn for Its Current Crisis Is Risible

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In an interview with Motor Trend, the executive said the company's crisis "probably started back in 2015," when Carlos Ghosn established a goal of "around eight million" cars per year. Ivan Espinosa announced a plan to cut 11,000 jobs and 7 of its current 17 plants. In 2024, the company sold only 3,348,687 units.

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