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Thousands head to KC for training

Auto Service World

The Vision HiTech Training and Expo in the Kansas City area once again provided industry pros with the latest training, from management to technical. The Vision Expo saw the aisles packed with attendees to check out the latest in tools, shop management software, business solutions and more. 5 8, 2026.

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As vehicle tech grows, so do repair, maintenance headaches

Auto Service World

Donny Seyfer, executive director of the National Automotive Service Task Force, and Vincent DAuria, senior manager of product, safety and compliance at Volvo Car USA, discussed the growing complexities in vehicle repair due to new technologies.

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Volvo Cars Announces Upgrades to Its 2026 Lineup

Automotive Fleet

21-23, 2025 San Diego, CA Popular Topics Fleet in Flux: Costs, Tariffs & Regulations Reshape 2025 Fleet in Focus: Mikhaila Baldwin Inaugural Survey Highlights Fleet Managers’ Top Challenges & Priorities Where Is Fleet Growing? Photo: Volvo Volvo Car USA announced the details for its 2026 hybrid lineup.

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AAPEX to Host Student Engine Assembly Competition

Tomorrow's Technician

Sponsorship Supports Emerging Technicians in the Aftermarket “Milwaukee Tool is proud to sponsor the Student Engine Assembly Competition at AAPEX,” said Jody Grimsle, senior national account manager at Milwaukee Tool. “As The TechForce Foundation projects a cumulative shortfall of more than 400,000 by 2026.

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Canada’s industry pros gather for latest insights

Auto Service World

Champagne also announced he will exit the association in 2026 and the search for a successor is underway. Champagne kicked off the day with a look at where the industry is today and where its headed, focusing on advocacy and initiatives at the association level. He joined the organization in 2015.

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Tariffs, Total Losses, and Tech: What’s Reshaping the Global Auto Insurance Market

Solera

Insurers will face additional losses in 2026, as active policies priced before the tariff announcements come to maturity. 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. According to S&P Mobility, U.S.

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VoTech Students to Test Skills at AAPEX 2025 Engine Competition

Tomorrow's Technician

Milwaukee Tool is proud to sponsor the Student Engine Assembly Competition at AAPEX,” said Milwaukee Tool Senior National Account Manager Jody Grimsle. “As The non-profit’s data projects a cumulative shortage of more than 400,000 auto technicians by 2026. Another analysis from TechForce Foundation has a more dire outlook.