Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

As opposed to internal combustion engines, electric vehicles do not have transmissions that require frequent maintenance. Tesla vehicles manufactured before 2021, specifically the Model S and X, may not have an oil filter in the electric drive unit. For these models, it is advised to change the oil every 100,000 miles.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

As opposed to internal combustion engines, electric vehicles do not have transmissions that require frequent maintenance. Tesla vehicles manufactured before 2021, specifically the Model S and X, may not have an oil filter in the electric drive unit. For these models, it is advised to change the oil every 100,000 miles.

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Auto Service World

AUGUST 9, 2024

In Distraction-Related Fatal Collisions, 2000-2021 and Drug Use in Fatal Collisions, 2000-2021, funded … The post The rising threats of distracted, drug-impaired driving appeared first on Auto Service World.

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autoevolution

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Ryan Thomas was a Tesla supporter long before he purchased his used 2021 Model 3 RWD with 15,000 miles on March 29, 2022. He said his battery electric vehicle (BEV) has a promised EPA range of 272 miles, which it never achieved.

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Auto Service World

JULY 25, 2024

If the trends in built-to-order vehicles are any indication, Canadians are willing to wait for the vehicles they want. Amid the semiconductor shortage of 2021-23, a significant trend emerged in the Canadian automotive market: build-to-order (BTO) vehicle purchases.

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autoevolution

MAY 28, 2025

The Ford Motor Company has issued a mammoth recall affecting over a million vehicles produced for the United States market for the 2021 through 2025 model years. Due to a software error, the rearview camera image may not display as intended. continue reading. )

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Auto Service World

JUNE 14, 2024

The Canadian automotive market has grappled with a significant lack of new vehicle inventory since early 2021. While these shortages have largely eased and inventory levels are beginning to normalize, the full story is more nuanced.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Volkswagen has reached a settlement deal in Canada to resolve allegations of issues with primary engine coolant pumps in certain 2008-2021 Volkswagen and Audi vehicles.

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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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Auto Service World

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Here’s what they’ve learned during the experience — and what they find customers are learning along the way Despite all the noise, the negative talk, the pullback from automakers and global trends, Canadians are still turning out to buy electric vehicles. per cent of all new vehicle registrations, while plug-in hybrids were another 3.5

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Auto Service World

APRIL 7, 2025

NRS Brakes announced the expansion of its Galvanized Premium Brake Pad lineup with NS2413, representing 325,771 vehicles in operation. These brake kits include the following noise cancelling piston inserts and a complete stainless steel hardware kit.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The 10 new parts provide coverage for more than five million vehicles in operation, including models from BMW, Volkswagen, Audi and Volvo from 2016-2021. Continental announced it has expanded ATE Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Caliper options for European makes.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 22, 2024

NRS Brakes introduced rear brake pads for 2021-2024 Dodge Durango models (including pursuit) to its lineup. This addition extends coverage to over 187,000 vehicles.

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Mechanic Vehicle Auto Repair IT 260

autoevolution

MAY 7, 2025

Inverted, an EV conversion company founded in 2021, has recently expanded its lineup with Land Rover Series I, II, and III. Land Rover wasn't a brand when it started; it merely designated an off-road-capable vehicle made by the Rover Company.

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Auto Service World

MAY 22, 2025

Despite these setbacks, the surviving DIFM outlets powered a historic comeback in 2021. However, the pandemic abruptly changed consumer behaviour, leading many to perform their own vehicle repairs in the U.S., From 2014 to 2019, the DIFM market was thriving, with product and service volume soaring.

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Auto Service World

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The talent gap doubled from 2021 to 2022, and a new AIA Canada report estimates the industry could be short 4,000 technicians … The post How big the technician labour gap is going to get appeared first on Auto Service World. The automotive aftermarket’s labour shortage has doubled from one year to the next and is projected to worsen.

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Auto Remarketing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

You would think that used-vehicle prices would be rising right now. TO READ THE FULL STORY BECOME A MEMBER Login The post Used-car retail prices, surprisingly, aren’t climbing appeared first on Auto Remarketing.

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autoevolution

MARCH 19, 2025

The subject vehicles were incorrectly repaired as part of a previous campaign that encompassed 78,376 examples of the 2021 through 2022 Ford Edge. A small number of Edge crossovers have been hit with a safety recall.

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autoevolution

APRIL 9, 2025

The Volkswagen Group's Audi band has issued a pretty big recall affecting 44,387 vehicles in the United States and 3,905 in Canada. Subject vehicles range from the A6 Sedan and A6 Allroad to the RS 7 Sportback and RS Q8, meaning that all feature MLB Evo underpinnings.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

With human error accounting for more than 90 per cent of road traffic accidents, the push toward autonomous vehicles is gaining momentum as a crucial measure to enhance road safety. The ultimate goal is Level 5 autonomy, where vehicles will operate entirely without human intervention. and Chinese cities.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 10, 2025

Power Stroke EGR Tube Broken Bolt Repair ProKit (PMXN200PRO-008) for 2021 and newer 6.7L This simplification reduces labor time and costs, ensuring vehicles are back on the road quickly. ProMaxx Tool introduced the new Ford 6.7L diesel engines.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 2, 2025

While 2024 saw a notable decline in recall numbers (27 million) from 2023 (33 million), when factoring in un-repaired vehicles from prior years, more than one in four vehicles on U.S. million vehicles currently on the road with recall needs. million vehicles recalled in Q4 2024 alone.

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Auto Remarketing

JANUARY 3, 2025

The number of vehicles recalled in 2024 dropped significantly but unrepaired recalls still represent a major issue on American roads, according to the latest analysis of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data from BizzyCar. million vehicles were affected by recalls issued last year, a decrease of almost 18% from the 33.6

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 7, 2025

MODELS 2019 23 RDX ALL 2021 23 TLX ALL (Except Type S) SYMPTOM Under certain circumstances, the vehicle may experience driveability concerns. Connect the i-HDS to the vehicle. This may result in the following DTCs to set: P0300 (Random Misfire Detected) P0301-P0304 (No. Reset the maintenance minder first.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The research highlights that the economic benefits of EV charging stations are particularly pronounced for businesses located within 100 yards of the chargers and those in low-income areas. This finding underscores the potential for EV infrastructure to support local economies, especially in underserved communities.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 1, 2024

(CCC) announced it has published its 2024 Crash Course Report, which indicates that increasing vehicle complexity, combined with rising labor costs and shortages, are placing persistent pressure on both insurers and repairers. Electric vehicle (EV) repairs: EVs are becoming more common in repair assessments.

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Auto Service World

AUGUST 29, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com A dramatic shift in the vehicle market has seen domestic nameplates plummet, making way for the dominance of foreign models, according to Lang Marketing. Never has such a sharp and profound shift occurred in the nation’s nameplate mix of vehicles on the road, according to Lang.

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Solera

MAY 13, 2025

Tariffs on vehicles and auto parts are directly inflating repair costs, disrupting supply chains, and increasing claim severity across key regionsfrom the U.S. tariffs are contributing to a significant decline in light vehicle production across regionsdown 944,000 units in North America and 251,000 units in Europe by 2026.

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autoevolution

AUGUST 20, 2024

Back in April 2024, the Ford Motor Company recalled 456,565 vehicles in the United States for iffy powertrain and body control module software. This software is supposed to detect sudden 12-volt battery degradation. The Maverick with the 2.0-liter continue reading. ) The Maverick with the 2.0-liter continue reading. )

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Auto Remarketing

APRIL 4, 2025

In its latest State of the Dealer report, ZeroSum said March used-vehicle sales soared to the highest level in its seven years of tracking that data, while new-vehicle movement jumped 38% month-over-month, thanks to a combination of more selling days, tax refunds and most notably pull-ahead sales related to tariff concerns.

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Auto Remarketing

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Vehicle dependability is slipping, according to the latest research from J.D. Vehicle Dependability Study found vehicle owners are experiencing more problems after three years of ownership, which the research firm said indicates a decline in long-term vehicle dependability. Power 2024 U.S. Frank Hanley, J.D.

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autoevolution

DECEMBER 28, 2023

The latest campaign involves model year 2021 through 2024 vehicles from the C-Class, E-Class, CLS, S-Class, GLC, GLE, GLS, G-Class, GT, and SL lines, namely vehicles equipped with fuel pumps manufactured by Hyundam Industrial Co. An estimated 79,676 vehicles require new fue. continue reading. )

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Vehicle Manufacturing 97

autoevolution

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has been recalled to the tune of 338,238 vehicles produced for the 2021 through 2023 model years in both two- and three-row specifications. FCA US LLC determined that said vehicles may have been produced with potentially damaged upper control arm pinch bolts.

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Vehicle 98

autoevolution

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Headed by ODI general engineer Joseph Teitelman, preliminary evaluation PE24-002 was opened after the NHTSA received no fewer than 31 vehicle owner questionnaires alleging the sudden loss of motive power accompanied by complete electrical system failure while driving or stopped at a traffic light. continue reading. )

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Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 6, 2024

The release significantly boosts coverage for domestic and import passenger vehicles, pickup trucks, SUVs and EVs up to model year 2023, according to Mevotech.

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Trucking Vehicle IT 130

Brake & Front End

MARCH 6, 2024

The release significantly boosts coverage for domestic and import passenger vehicles, pickup trucks, SUVs and EVs up to model year 2023, according to Mevotech.

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autoevolution

MAY 1, 2024

More specifically, the population comprises 242,669 vehicles manufactured in the period between February 3, 2021 and March 21, 2024. The Ford Motor Company has issued a safety recall for a staggering number of Maverick pickup trucks. continue reading. )

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