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Should there be worry about the shrinking sweet spot?

Auto Service World

Starting next year, the number of vehicles in the auto repair-age sweet-spot—cars and light trucks six to ten years old—will shrink significantly for a prolonged period, reported an industry analysis. The reduced number of new vehicles sold from 2020 through 2024 has caused some aftermarket analysts to be worried, observed Lang Marketing.

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The top stolen vehicles of the year

Auto Service World

A new report examines what vehicles thieves are setting their sights on. The 2020 Honda CR-V maintained its spot at the top of the list as the … The post The top stolen vehicles of the year appeared first on Auto Service World. Auto thefts reached new highs in 2022 with Ontario and Quebec hit hardest.

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Autel: Pushing the Boundaries of Aftermarket Diagnostics 

Brake & Front End

Whether discussing secure gateways or access to functions, software, and specifications on newly released vehicles, aftermarket diagnostic product developers such as Autel are always playing catch up to get that OE-only capability in the hands of our users. AutoAuth charges an annual fee of $50 per vehicle brand.

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NRS adds new parts to its lineup

Auto Service World

NS2168, representing 667,701 vehicles in operation, covers Buick Encore, 2018-2022, and Chevrolet Trax, 2018-2022. The NS2219 represents 605,293 vehicles in operation. Covering the rear of Mazda 3 Sport 2019-2025; Mazda 3 2019-2025; Mazda CX-30 2020-2025; and Mazda MX-30 EV 2022-2024.

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Announcing the 2024 Shop of the Year

Auto Service World

They took over from Almer Automotive in 2020, forcing the Maidens to fill some big shoes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cars Magazine & Jobber News (@autoserviceworld) Maidens also placed a priority on training, from keeping staff up to date on the latest vehicle issues to keeping an eye on electric vehicles.

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How big the pull back was for gas consumption

Auto Service World

DesRosiers Automotive Consultants released first-quarter numbers for gasoline consumption, a tool used to gauge the strength of vehicle usage and, in turn, aftermarket demand. However, the consultancy noted, first quarter numbers for this year are still above pre-pandemic levels as well as from 2020-2022.

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How to Safely Jump-Start Hybrids and Newer Vehicles

Brake & Front End

This is a maintenance alert for you guys out there who have to pull cars into the shop or charge the battery on some vehicles. If it’s a late model vehicle or it’s a vehicle that is a hybrid, pay attention to the service information when you’re performing a jump-start these vehicles.

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