Auto Service World

MARCH 7, 2025

DesRosiers Automotive Consultants called the tariffs one of the most senseless acts of self-harm ever undertaken by a U.S. As such, the overall February 2025 total is definitely solid. While there was a decline in new vehicle sales in February, the month was viewed positively by industry analysts.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 3, 2024

American all-electric automaker Rivian Automotive has received a conditional commitment from the U.S. If finalized, the loan would be secured by all assets of the project and fixed assets and guarantees of the parent company, Rivian Automotive, Inc. and certain of its subsidiaries. The post Rivian to Receive $6.6B

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Automotive aftermarket professionals are naturally concerned about their job security as artificial intelligence capabilities grow. Attendees raised concerned about the impact of AI on job functions within the automotive aftermarket at the MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Vision Conference earlier this year.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 23, 2025

As he steps into the pivotal role as AIA Canada chair, Tony Kuczynski brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the automotive industry, a journey that began as a licensed technician. And hes seen many changes and hurdles throughout his automotive aftermarket career. Ive always been an automotive enthusiast.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 21, 2025

Amit Hiregoudar is a senior at Waltham High School in Waltham, Massachusetts, where he excels in the Automotive Technology program. What inspired you to take automotive classes? What advice would you give to younger students considering a career in automotive? Welcome to, Amit! He’s top-notch.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 14, 2025

Four and a half years ago, the Maidens family purchased Almar Automotive and transformed it into Maidens Family Auto Care. But we definitely dont talk about business at home. To ensure their technicians are equipped to handle the evolving automotive landscape, the Maidens prioritize hands-on training and industry-specific courses.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Simultaneously, Volkswagen has been integrating Mobileye’s Road Book technology, which leverages data collected from Mobileye-powered vehicles to create high-definition maps. While Level 3 technology represents the cutting edge of consumer automotive tech, some cities have already introduced Level 4 autonomous transportation.

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Humble Mechanic

APRIL 8, 2015

Today on the automotive podcast, we are talking about shop safety. Well, maybe not completely overlooked, but definitely not focused on as much as it should be. This is a topic that is often overlooked. This really comes about because of something that happened at my dealer last week. We are very lucky that no […]

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 25, 2025

Artificial intelligence has emerged as a transformative force in industries across the globe—and the automotive aftermarket is no exception. We’re definitely on the cusp of trying to understand what is AI and what does that mean for the aftermarket,” McCullough said in a recent interview on Business Casual.

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AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Yes, you are individuals who compete against each other and thats a good thing, Castriota said to a room of thousands of dealers, managers and automotive retail industry leaders in New Orleans. My decades in the military taught me the simplest definition of service: being unselfish, he said.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

We regularly see pearl paint jobs from the factory — typically white pearl but not always — and that is definitely born from custom work of decades past. The post What Constitutes Custom Color in Automotive Refinish? It could be argued that any aftermarket coatings that are not represented by OEM offerings are custom.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

In the automotive aftermarket, these concerns are also present as the nearly $43-billion-dollar industry is facing an uncertain path forward here at home. Auto Service World spoke with Kumar Saha, American vice president and Canadian managing director of global automotive data firm Eucon. He is also a columnist with Jobber News.

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AutoSuccess

APRIL 30, 2025

This is the overlooked reality of automotive hiring: technical skills may get talent in the door, but when they end up lacking emotional intelligence (EQ) the ability to connect, empathize and adapt under pressure it keeps your dealership from thriving. Before you know it, that perfect hire has cost you far more than their salary.

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Autoshop Solutions

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The Women in Auto Care Leadership Council administers and sanctions awards in recognition of contributors within the automotive industry. Click here to view the full list of Automotive Communication Awards. The post EURO CLINIC WINS THE 2023 WOMEN IN AUTO CARE AUTOMOTIVE COMMUNICATIONS AWARD FOR BEST WEBSITE!

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Auto Remarketing

APRIL 16, 2025

The automotive search engine and research website said its latest study showed the average used-vehicle listing price in March was up 1% from March 2024, the first year-over-year increase since October 2022. During the pandemic, new-car prices spiked when automotive factories closed and production fell short of demand, Brauer said.

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Jalopnik

MAY 3, 2024

My friend group was recently looking at taking separate cars on a road trip from Los Angeles to Yosemite when we were saved from that logistical nightmare by a big Pearl Beige Metallic GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate. This Yukon is called the Ultimate for a reason; it was equipped with GM’s Super Cruise, a rear seat… Read more.

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Jalopnik

MAY 9, 2024

For better or worse, those sorts of definitions also come with stereotypes about who we are and what we enjoy. In a lot of ways, we are defined by the vehicles we drive. The same thing can be said for a large group of people — also known as a community for folks who don’t have friends. That’s what got me thinking… Read more.

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Auto Service World

JUNE 4, 2025

Perhaps not significant enough to the point where definitive change can be called out, but worth noting nonetheless. So consumers may turn to their automotive service professional to keep their vehicle running in tip-top shape. These were the three areas that saw these subtle changes.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

After taking automotive and collision repair classes in high school and college, Steve Barnes of AK Smith Career Center in Michigan City, Indiana says he knew he was set to succeed in the automotive industry. In an effort to teach ALL automotive systems, Barnes has his students completely disassemble a car bolt by bolt.

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autoevolution

JANUARY 31, 2024

Last year, the Japanese automaker Toyota emerged as the runner-up behind the eternal General Motors leader of the American automotive market. So, what needs to change to claim the throne? GM delivered around 2.6 million vehicles while the Japanese carmaker fared a little over 2.24 million – not because of lack of trying.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 24, 2025

City Manager Gary Mekjian said the Teslas were completely gone by June 19, according to Automotive News. If I lived nearby, that would definitely p**s me off. At their peak, there were 204 Teslas being kept in that malls parking lot, waiting for fools to buy them. Right now, its not clear where the vehicles ended up being taken.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 12, 2025

In the highly competitive automotive industry, car dealerships struggle with attracting, developing and retaining talent. First, you must be very clear about your definitions of culture and engagement. You may have different definitions but be sure that you are using them consistently.

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AutoSuccess

APRIL 2, 2024

Unfortunately, real dialogue and progress toward a truly diverse and inclusive culture become watered down with political agendas, feel-good movements and a general perversion of equity’s definition. However, I have found one such organization in the automotive industry that has an agenda worth learning more about.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 30, 2025

Tesla boss Elon Musk has been promising self-driving cars for more than 10 years, but now he says they really are actually nearly here. After unveiling the autonomous Cybercab concept last year and claiming that self-driving Teslas will roll out in 2025, the Tesla boss confirmed this week that he plans to roll out a Read more.

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Shop Marketing Pros

AUGUST 14, 2024

Purpose of the Episode (00:01:07) Discussion on why understanding marketing terminology is crucial for effective communication in the automotive repair industry. Understanding Bounce Rate (00:21:41) Definition of bounce rate and its implications for website performance in the auto repair industry.

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AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In either case, almost all SEO solutions in automotive provide either no results or no results that can drive leads and sales. Vendors make this nebulous, so let me start with a quick definition. SEO offerings in automotive range from $1,000 a month to $10,000 a month. Let me explain. SEO is search engine optimization.

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DRIVE

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Overcoming Staffing Challenges in the Automotive Repair Industry Running an automotive repair shop comes with its share of challenges, but one of the most critical is finding and retaining skilled technicians. Overcoming hiring challenges in the automotive repair industry requires a multi-faceted approach.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The cold grey of autumn has consumed America’s rust belt, which means it’s time to start looking for your next disposable automotive tin can trash heap to get you reliably through the coming winter. You definitely don’t want to roll the dice on a constitution saving throw for necrotic damage on your gorgeous daily… Read more.

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Auto Remarketing

JANUARY 24, 2025

The automotive M&A advisory firms semiannual Market Outlook Report , released this week in conjunction with the NADA Show, said its data shows American consumers have reached peak truck. The report, produced in partnership with Kaiser Associates, combining DCGs automotive research and data with Kaisers industry analysis.

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autoevolution

MAY 22, 2025

May 20/21 wasn't the day the Earth stood still, but it definitely came very close, at least as far as the automotive industry is concerned – that's when Toyota Motor Corporation introduced to the world an all-new iteration of the best-selling RAV4 compact crossover SUV. continue reading. )

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AutoSuccess

JULY 7, 2025

This inspiring group represents the bold leadership, innovation and resilience driving the automotive industry forward. One of my proudest accomplishments of my career is being a founding board member of Women In Automotive. What is your best advice for other women aspiring to excel in the automotive industry?

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Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

From a timid teenager nervous about doing something wrong in the shop, to a successful shop owner managing just shy of 20 employees, Keyes has definitely come out of his shell over the past 23 years. That’s the one trait I notice about the automotive professionals I’ve had the honor to interview for cover profiles in ShopOwner magazine.

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Eastwood

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Automotive painting has really jumped leaps and bounds over the years. Acrylic enamels were once the standard for factory and repair paints 2K Urethane Paint Urethane paints are two-stage or single-stage systems that are widely used in modern automotive refinishing due to their durability, gloss retention, and chemical resistance.

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AutoSuccess

JULY 2, 2025

For years, the automotive industry has navigated a complex landscape of regulations, from sales practices to lending laws. Yet, a new, intensified focus from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on data security and safeguards is rapidly emerging as a paramount concern.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 12, 2025

stated they would definitely consider adoption within 12 months; 31.1% Limited use of GPT tools was reported by 40.8% of respondents, with extensive use by 10.7%. are not currently using GPT interfaces but are considering adoption. said they possibly would.

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Jalopnik

DECEMBER 19, 2023

That logic definitely checks out. If a two-door single cab truck is best, it follows that a two-door SUV is also best. Some of the hardiest SUV designs of the past have limited their number of doors to two (or three tops), while some of the quirkiest recent SUV designs have been honest-to-goodness coupes and… Read more.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 9, 2024

The customer’s definition of a lead/pull condition is explained by the wheel not being straight when traveling in a straight line. An engineer’s definition of a lead/pull condition is the chassis and tire conditions that require steering input to achieve travel in the desired direction.

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