Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

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

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Monroe recently launched its new heavy duty chassis, featuring drag links and tie rods designed for commercial and heavy-duty vehicles. The post Monroe unveils heavy duty chassis for commercial vehicles appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

What is Meant by Autonomous Vehicles? Autonomous vehicles, also known as AVs, represent a shift in how we view transportation. These vehicles navigate without human input, using advanced technology to respond to traffic and road conditions. These vehicles detect road hazards and make decisions to avoid accidents.

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Auto Remarketing

MARCH 14, 2025

Dealership service department customer satisfaction was strong in 2024 though a bit less so for owners of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Electrified vehicle owners averaged 51 points less among mass-market vehicles and 57 points less in the premium sector, which J.D. Powers 2025 U.S. In a news release, J.D.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

AP Emissions Technolo gies released 12 new SKUS covering over six million vehicles in operation (VIO) in its February product release. The part numbers include exhaust pipes for light to heavy-duty trucks. Manifold – Federal Emissions 2013 Mazda 3 2.5L Manifold – Federal Emissions 2013 Mazda 3 2.5L

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The newly launched part numbers are designed to provide coverage for some of the latest vehicle models, Akebono said. This launch reflects our commitment to staying ahead of the curve in terms of vehicle coverage and braking technology.” Stainless steel abutment hardware is included in the kits that require it, Akebono said.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

BMW has already put more than 14 million telematic-equipped vehicles on the world’s roads over the past quarter-century. Unfortunately, all of these vehicles had an analog cellular phone connection until analog cellular providers phased out analog services in 2008. New owners can contact BMW to start the service on a used vehicle.

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Tire Review Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Indianapolis-based Best-One of Indy has transformed what could be routine vehicle service into an experience that puts people first, whether those people are customers walking through the door or technicians working in the bay. At the end of the day, our success comes down to the relationships we build with our customers and the community.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Monroe said the chassis is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of commercial and heavy-duty vehicles, ensuring exceptional performance on the road. Monroe announced the launch of its new Heavy Duty Chassis offering complete with drag links and tie rods.

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autoevolution

JUNE 6, 2024

It’s not about what type of vehicle you’re dealing with, nor is it about price or prestige. Yellow is an extremely difficult color to pull off, even among supercars. In order to pull off a strong shade of yellow you need to have a solid mix between the appropriate design, the appropriate dimensions, and a good contrast overall.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 14, 2017

Ford hosted its 2018 model-year fleet preview at the San Diego Civic Theater in May. The company discussed its commercial strategy and addressed topics such as electric vehicles and autonomy.

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Even though Subaru has been making this generation of the Forester since 2018, mistakes can and will happen. Facelifted in September 2021 for the 2022 model year, the fifth-generation Forester entered the 2024 model year in August 2023. Enter NHTSA safety recall number 23V-723, whi. continue reading. )

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Brake & Front End

MARCH 24, 2025

It is OK to say Designed to OE specification or Engineered to meet, but the pad manufacturer should be able to produce in-house or independent testing information where they compare their pads to the OE pads with either on-vehicle or dynamometer testing. As a technician, you know this is not true. The reason is twofold.

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autoevolution

MAY 14, 2025

BMW may have been a little late to the large crossover party, with the X7 entering production at the end of 2018, but it has surely capitalized on the market. Seven years is plenty of time for any modern vehicle to prove its worth, and this model has. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

MAY 29, 2024

In February 2018, Elon Musk's still young private space company SpaceX launched its first-ever reusable super-heavy launch vehicle, the Falcon Heavy. To make sure the moment goes down in the history books, Musk had his own Tesla Roadster sent into space as a dummy payload, carrying with it all sorts of other bells and whistles.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Japanese tuner Liberty Walk , creator of absurd widebody kits for everything from kei cars and semi trucks to iconic supercars and JDM legends , made waves back in 2018 when it debuted a modified “Lamborghini Miura” at the Tokyo Auto Salon. That car was actually just a replica built on a Ford GT40 kit car frame, but the… Read more.

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Starting with 2018/2019 vehicle models, FCA, now known as Stellantis, started integrating a security gateway module designed to protect vehicle networks from unauthorized access. Today, most of the new vehicles under the Stellantis name – Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat, and Alfa Romeo – have that security gateway module.

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Brake & Front End

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Starting with 2018/2019 vehicle models, FCA, now known as Stellantis, started integrating a security gateway module designed to protect vehicle networks from unauthorized access. Today, most of the new vehicles under the Stellantis name – Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat, and Alfa Romeo – have that security gateway module.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 24, 2024

Tesla boss Elon Musk has been promising an entry-level $25,000 electric vehicle for six years. He first mentioned the possibility of the car in 2018, saying it would happen within three years, then doubled down on the idea at Tesla’s Battery Day in late 2020. According to reports from Reuters , Tesla has inquired with… Read more.

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autoevolution

APRIL 19, 2025

In the never-ending chase to expand their vehicle lineups with profitable models, most automakers have launched at least one crossover/SUV. The latter company has had a high-rider in its family ever since 2018. That is when the Cu. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

JUNE 29, 2024

Since 2018, I have probably racked up almost 200,000 km behind the wheel of various vehicles (brand-new SUVs, vans, sports cars, station wagons, etc). I have driven my family station wagon for almost 80,000 km in the past three years alone. But it's just one of over 20 or 30 different cars I have worked with during that period.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 18, 2023

CRP said the premium-performance fluids were recognized with the “Best Functional Fluid” award during the Import Vehicle Community’s annual Import Products and Marketing Awards ceremony at the 2023 AAPEX Show. It is available for Tesla Model S (2012-21), Model X (2016-21), and Roadster (2009-12) vehicles. “We

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Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 18, 2023

CRP said the premium-performance fluids were recognized with the “Best Functional Fluid” award during the Import Vehicle Community’s annual Import Products and Marketing Awards ceremony at the 2023 AAPEX Show. It is available for Tesla Model S (2012-21), Model X (2016-21), and Roadster (2009-12) vehicles. “We

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autoevolution

MARCH 10, 2024

Stellantis muscle car designer Ralph Gilles has had this vehicle for quite some time. His 1992 Lancia Delta Integrale Evoluzione was brought to the United States from Japan in 2018. That is when the Chief Design Officer at Stellantis saw it on a car website and fell in love with it.

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Brake & Front End

APRIL 1, 2024

The release provides new coverage in 53 distinct product categories and 47 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles. VVT Sprockets have been added for Ford vehicles through 2023, and VVT Solenoids are new for General Motors vehicles. million import vehicles. million General Motors vehicles.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 30, 2025

Romero has served on the AIADA board of directors since 2018 and is focused on addressing vehicle affordability in her term as association chairman. The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) has named California auto dealer Valerie Romero as its 2025 chairman.

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Brake & Front End

AUGUST 15, 2024

The second-generation VW Touareg hit the road in 2011 and finished its production run in 2018. Precautions The Touareg is not your typical vehicle to align. On vehicles with air ride systems, lifting the vehicle for a repair requires that the vehicle lift mode must be activated. Inspect the tires before alignment.

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RepairSmith

APRIL 16, 2025

The 3rd generation BMW X3 (2018-2024) is known for its modern technology, luxurious interior, and everyday utility. However, many premium vehicles like the BMW X3 can experience problems over time. Airbag Deployment Issues: Specific recalls addressed faulty sensors or wiring that could impair proper airbag deployment in a collision.

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autoevolution

AUGUST 6, 2024

Introduced in 2006, the Ceed is Kia's first vehicle designed entirely in Europe. Previously known as Cee'd, the compact model was last redesigned from the ground up in 2018. Previewed by the K4 for North America, the fourth-generation Ceed has been recently spied testing in Europe. Specifically, in Germany and Spain.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Lotus recently launched multiple electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, including an ultra-fast 450 kW DC charger, a power cabinet and a modular unit for charging up to four vehicles at once. Lotus said it has an order booking of over 19,000 vehicles for its Emira sports car and Eletre hyper-SUV.

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

That's right, the lovable makers of small-but-mighty ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, and the occasional military vehicle ranked 496 on the Fortune 500 list as far back as 2018. Believe it or not, Polaris is a Fortune 500 company these days. Safe to say, there's room in the budget to give back to the community that ma.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 28, 2024

This most recent release provides new coverage in 60 distinct product categories and 75 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles, according to SMP. As vehicle technology evolves, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) become more complex to keep vehicle occupants safe.

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Brake & Front End

MAY 23, 2024

This most recent release provides new coverage in 60 distinct product categories and 75 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles, according to SMP. As vehicle technology evolves, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) become more complex to keep vehicle occupants safe.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 23, 2024

This most recent release provides new coverage in 60 distinct product categories and 75 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles, according to SMP. As vehicle technology evolves, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) become more complex to keep vehicle occupants safe.

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AutoSuccess

MAY 13, 2025

Learn how to find high-margin vehicles outside auctions and boost your dealerships ROI. 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%. That much is clear.

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autoevolution

MAY 15, 2024

The G05 rolled out in 2018 for the 2019 model year as the fourth-generation X5. Proudly assembled in South Carolina, the mid-size utility vehicle has been recently hit with a recall over an honest mistake. BMW of North America informed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that a number o. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

AUGUST 20, 2024

Rivian promised an electrochromic glass roof for its electric vehicles five years ago and even demonstrated one on a prototype vehicle. However, it wasn't until the Gen 2 vehicles launched that the Dynamic Glass became available. In 2018, Rivian unveiled the first concept of what would later become the R1T pickup truck.

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