Auto Service World

APRIL 11, 2025

As the automotive industry rapidly shifts towards electrification, one major parts supplier explained during a recent conference how its positioning itself to be a leader in the electric vehicle (EV) revolution. ” The company acquired eight different companies since 2018 to build out its EV technology stack to be a market leader.

Electric Vehicles

Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

That’s how many technicians are needed to fill the void in the automotive repair industry. Since 2018, the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance has celebrated technicians across the U.S. Six Hundred Thousand. Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper are looking to do something about it. and Canada by naming the Technician of the Year.

Automotive Repair

Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

That’s how many technicians are needed to fill the void in the automotive repair industry. Since 2018, the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance has celebrated technicians across the U.S. Six Hundred Thousand. Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper are looking to do something about it. and Canada by naming the Technician of the Year.

Automotive Repair

RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

SAE’s Six Levels of Vehicle Automation The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) has established a system with six levels of automation. Failure : The 2018 Uber self-driving car incident in Arizona revealed regulatory gaps. It allows for flexible testing with oversight, fostering technological advancement.

Vehicle

Auto Service World

JULY 3, 2025

A cooler day couldn’t stop the automotive aftermarket from raising money for a good cause. The fund was launched in 2018 to support children and youth in the areas of health, hardship, education and community. The fund was launched in 2018 to support children and youth in the areas of health, hardship, education and community.

Education

AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 31, 2024

That’s how many technicians are needed to fill the void in the automotive repair industry. Since 2018, the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance has celebrated technicians across the U.S. Six Hundred Thousand. Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper are looking to do something about it. and Canada by naming the Technician of the Year.

Automotive Repair

Brake & Front End

JULY 15, 2025

” The Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper Technician of the Year program has been held annually since 2018. I had so much fun but to win takes it to a whole new level. It’s been an awesome experience.” “A well-trained technician does a good job.

ASE

Auto Remarketing

MARCH 14, 2025

Power said dealers have actually lost ground in some areas, noting the average number of days customers must wait for an appointment is longer than it was from 2018 to 2022 and is only slightly better than in 2023 and 2024. Power director of automotive retail John Tenerovich said.

Vehicle

Ratchet + Wrench

JULY 4, 2025

Callahan is the 2018 Women in Auto Care Shop Owner of the Year , nationally recognized by AAA for three consecutive years, testified for Right to Repair on Capitol Hill, and is Vice Chair of Women in Auto Care. About the Author Kathleen Callahan Owner Kathleen Callahan has owned Florida’s Xpertech Auto Repair for 20 years.

Software

RepairSmith

JUNE 19, 2025

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.

Tire Rotations

AutoSuccess

JANUARY 30, 2025

Romero, who is the executive vice president of the Oremor Automotive Group in Ontario, California, is eager to take the lead at AIADA for what is shaping up to be a consequential year for the industry. The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) has named California auto dealer Valerie Romero as its 2025 chairman.

Automobile

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 13, 2025

This year marks a major milestone as honorees/grand prize recipients will be celebrated live at the SEMA Show, the epicenter of the global automotive aftermarket. Since 2018, the Techs Rock Awards have recognized 77 outstanding students and technicians. Winners will be honored on Nov. 5, 2025 during the show. 24 through Oct.

Education

Miracle Body and Paint

JUNE 11, 2025

A notable 2018 study […] When it comes to collision repair, the quality of auto parts used can significantly impact the safety and durability of a vehicle.

Collision Repair

Automotive Fleet

JUNE 10, 2025

Graphic: Cox Automotive The average new-vehicle transaction price (ATP) in May was mostly unchanged from April, as the new vehicle sales pace slowed, according to new data released June 10 from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book. Many automakers are keeping true to a promise to hold the line on pricing, at least in the near term.

Vehicle

RepairSmith

JUNE 12, 2025

The fourth-generation BMW X5 (2018 and newer) has continued BMW’s tradition of luxurious driving experiences, modern technology, and impressive performance. However, as with many high-end vehicles, certain recurring issues have been noted by both owners and automotive repair specialists.

Fluid Check

AutoSuccess

MAY 13, 2025

The Rental Return Trap A 2023 Cox Automotive study found that base-model used vehicles like the infamous rental Chrysler 300s average 167 days on the lot in competitive markets, with gross margins shrinking to a razor-thin 4%. I found a pristine 2018 Tacoma on Facebook in 48 hours, says one Midwest dealer. Never wouldve seen it.

Car

Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2024

That’s how many technicians are needed to fill the void in the automotive repair industry. Since 2018, the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance has celebrated technicians across the U.S. Six Hundred Thousand. Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper are looking to do something about it. and Canada by naming the Technician of the Year.

Automotive Repair

Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 20, 2025

For automotive instructors, striking the right balance between theory and practice is an ongoing challenge. After working as an industrial mechanic millwright and graduating from Shawnee Community College in 2018, he returned to teach. He is an ASE master technician and has 10 years experience in the automotive industry.

Automotive

Jalopnik

JULY 10, 2025

Its Thursday, July 10, 2025, and this is The Morning Shift , your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. A year later in 2018, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (now Stellantis) recalled 180,000 more Ram trucks for the same issue. From the Detroit Free Press : In 2017, NHTSA recalled over 1.4

Trucking

Alex's Autohaus

JUNE 30, 2025

Oil leaks have been known to occur in the E70 (2007–2013) and early F15 (2014–2018) models. If your X5 produces a rattling sound on cold starts or throws timing-related engine codes, have the timing system inspected by a trusted automotive professional immediately.

Engineering

RepairSmith

MARCH 21, 2025

The Porsche Cayenne 2nd generation (92A), sold from model years 2011 to 2018, is known for its exceptional performance, luxurious amenities, and sports-car handling. AutoNation Mobile Service offers premium automotive care delivered right to your driveway, office, or any other preferred location.

Oil Change

Jalopnik

JUNE 17, 2025

A low-range but very affordable and sensible choice, the Leaf managed to find nearly 150,000 buyers, and more than 80,000 of the much improved second-gen model have been sold since 2018. Enter the 2026 Nissan Leaf, which has undergone one of the biggest automotive glow-ups in recent memory. But the Leaf is getting old.

IT

Tire Review Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

In 2018, Indy Tire Centers went through another name change and became Best-One of Indy to promote the expansion and evolution of the company. Our emphasis on customer service is more about the lack of it that we see in the marketplace period, not just the automotive marketplace, he adds.

IT

Jalopnik

JUNE 17, 2025

Most Americans out there probably wont be watching the hillclimb live, but think about how big some of those runs have gotten online — I still remember the A90 Supras engine note from its camouflaged hill run back in 2018. Almost certainly not, but its nice to dream.

Transportation

Tire Review Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2024

In recognition of his contributions, he received the “Export 900 Million USD Achievement” award from Nexen Tire in 2018. Currently, Nexen Tire supplies products to 28 automotive manufacturers for 118 vehicle models.

Manufacturing

Jalopnik

JUNE 25, 2025

Its new CEO, Ivan Espinosa , has presided over the departures of both his former boss, Makoto Uchida, and Renault Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard from the Nissan board, according to Automotive News. At this point, the alliance is all but history.

Entertainment

Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 17, 2025

” The Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper Technician of the Year program has been held annually since 2018. I had so much fun but to win takes it to a whole new level. It’s been an awesome experience.” “A well-trained technician does a good job.

Auto Repair

Jalopnik

JUNE 17, 2025

Safari everything is the mood of the automotive enthusiasm world right now , with seemingly everyone lusting for the freedom and accessibility provided by an overlanding sports car. That five-liter heater has more than double the 95 ponies this Morris Garages chrome-bumper B would have had brand new from its 1.8-liter liter inline-four.

Trucking

Tire Review Magazine

JULY 14, 2025

Dan Vanden Heuvel: Building Community Beyond The Podium He co-founded the Midwest Off-Road Racing (MORR) Association and served as its first president from 2009 to 2018. We are honored to have him represent Kenda and even more proud to call him family,” said Brandon Stotsenburg, VP of Automotive Division, Kenda Tires USA.

Manufacturing

Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 18, 2023

CRP Automotive introduced its latest Pentosin automotive fluids for use on some of the most popular Tesla models on the road today. Pentosin Pento EDF-2 is designed for direct cooled E-motors like those found on the Tesla Model 3 (2018+), Model Y (2020+), Model X (2021+), and Model S (2021+).

Automotive

Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 18, 2023

CRP Automotive introduced its latest Pentosin automotive fluids for use on some of the most popular Tesla models on the road today. Pentosin Pento EDF-2 is designed for direct cooled E-motors like those found on the Tesla Model 3 (2018+), Model Y (2020+), Model X (2021+), and Model S (2021+).

Automotive

AutoVitals

AUGUST 15, 2024

Miramar Automotive and Transmission was recently voted the Best Auto Repair Shop in San Diego by San Diego Magazine. This well-deserved achievement recognizes Miramar Automotive’s years of dedication to customer service and excellence. Miramar Automotive and Transmission has been a valued client of AutoVitals since 2018.

Auto Repair Shop

Automotive Fleet

MARCH 9, 2018

The 2018 Conference of Automotive Remarketing (CAR) detailed the biggest topics concerning wholesale remarketing, and also elaborated on technological developments that may impact the industry as a whole. Read the full story here. Photos by Andy Lundin.

Automotive

Automotive Fleet

JUNE 13, 2019

Statistics covering operating costs for 2018. This is a condensed version of a story that appeared in the November 2018 issue of Automotive Fleet. In this report, we cover overall and depreciation costs for compact cars, intermediate cars, light trucks, minivans, SUVs, and full-size vans.

Trucking

Automotive Fleet

JUNE 13, 2019

Statistics covering lessor portfolio size in 2018. as well as the percentage of 2018 fleet registrations broken down by vehicle segment for the Canadian market. In this report, we break down the number of funded vehicles by 11 fleet management companies in the U.S.

Management

Automotive Fleet

JUNE 13, 2019

Overall, passenger car maintenance costs per unit, per month increased 3-5% percent in 2018. These costs include higher labor and parts cost.

Car

Automotive Fleet

JUNE 13, 2019

Statistics covering vehicle remarketing in 2018. In this report, we cover a 20-year used vehicle value index, distribution of auction sales, retail lease penetration rate, wholesale used-vehicle price trends, and depreciation rates by segment.

Retail