AutoShopOwner

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By Joe Marconi, an Elite Worldwide Blog - My roots in the automotive industry go back to the 1970s working in a small 2-bay auto repair shop. In this blog, I will explore a few ideas and push the envelope with a few controversial concepts. Isn’t It Time We Rethink What a Master Level Technician Is?

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 9, 2025

Held Hostage by Tariffs The top challenge for Lisa Kneggs, fleet manager for Farmer Brothers, is ongoing maintenance and repair costs for her fleet of delivery vans and heavy-duty trucks. Add that to the downtime waiting for parts and service, which means lost revenue and decreased customer satisfaction,” she said.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 9, 2025

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 11, 2025

Photo: CALSTART The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and CALSTART are hosting a Zero-Emissions Showcase + Ride & Drive featuring medium- and heavy-duty trucks (Class 2b-8), transit buses, garbage trucks and delivery vans. Heavy-duty off-road equipment like excavators, forklifts, and tractors are also included.

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RepairSmith

JULY 1, 2025

This blog covers everything you need to know about truck fleet maintenance in Dallas — services, maintenance schedules, costs, and benefits. This Article Contains: How Often Should You Schedule Maintenance for Fleet Trucks in Dallas? What Does Fleet Truck Maintenance in Dallas Cost?

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Scotty's Automotive Services

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Have the Alternator Checked: Once you have safely reached a repair shop or called a tow truck, have the alternator checked by a professional mechanic. Avoid Jumpstarting: Jumpstarting a car with a failed alternator may provide a temporary solution but can damage the alternator and other electrical components.

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CATI

JULY 10, 2025

This blog post breaks down the key distinctions you’ll learn to manage as a student at CATI , one of Canada’s leading providers of hands-on technical education. While the two engine types share basic mechanical principles, their maintenance needs differ in critical ways.

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AutoSuccess

MAY 7, 2025

or what was the average turn rate for mid-size trucks over the last 90 days? The system might then recommend lowering the price on certain trims, offer alternative stocking suggestions or flag similar inventory in the region thats moving faster.

Retail

AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The process is more than simply loading cars onto a truck; it requires precise planning, skilled handling and reliable service providers. These carriers are designed to maximize efficiency by transporting several vehicles in one trip, reducing the need for multiple shipments and minimizing logistical challenges.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 12, 2025

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 10, 2025

Popular Small/Mid-Size Pickup Trucks also posted higher prices month over month in May, increasing 0.9% Incentive spending in the Compact SUV segment increased to 8.0% of ATP in May from 7.9% Sports cars, luxury cars and luxury subcompact SUVs saw prices climb the most month over month in May. of ATP in April to 5.9%

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 13, 2025

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CATI

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Diesel engines power large trucks, heavy machinery, and even eco-conscious biofuel engines, meaning your skills will be in high demand across industries. With this skill set, you’ll be ready for diverse roles as a Diesel Service Technician—one of the most lucrative specializations in automotive careers.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 12, 2025

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 6, 2025

Underperforming the industry, mid-size sedans increased by 1.2%, trucks rose by 0.3%, and compact cars showed the worst performance, falling by 1.5% Mid-size sedans decreased 1.6%, trucks were down 1.9%, and compact cars declined 2.3%. compared to last year. The secure and easy all-access connection to your content.

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Buy Auto Parts

JULY 30, 2025

Engines If you’re maintaining or repairing a commercial truck or bus powered by a Cummins 8.3L Turbocharger Guide | HE431V appeared first on Buy Auto Parts Blog. Turbocharger Guide | HE431V appeared first on Buy Auto Parts Blog. HE431V Turbocharger for Cummins 8.3L

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 6, 2025

The statistics include cars, SUVs, and trucks. increase from 216,378 vehicles sold in May 2024, according to Bobit Business Media fleet numbers released on June 5. All Rights Reserved Terms of Use Terms of Sale Privacy Policy Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information Oct. The secure and easy all-access connection to your content.

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AutoFix

JUNE 17, 2025

Here’s the truth: being great at fixing diesel trucks doesn’t automatically translate to running a profitable, well-organized shop. Trucks come in, repairs get done, and payroll goes out. Am I spending most of my time fixing trucks, or growing the business? And that’s okay. The diesel repair business is complex.

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Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 19, 2025

Were answering this question in detail in todays blog. Some may also specialize in heavy-duty estimating, focusing on commercial trucks and large vehicles. Auto body estimators play a crucial role in the collision repair process, assessing vehicle damage and determining the cost of repairs.

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AutoSuccess

JULY 18, 2025

In practical terms, this might mean stocking more compact hybrids in urban markets with younger buyers and higher fuel costs, while maintaining a smaller mix of full-size trucks in areas where demand is tapering off.

Retail

Automotive Fleet

JUNE 13, 2025

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 6, 2025

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Jalopnik

JULY 8, 2025

Tesla, according to Dobin on his blog as well as an email sent to Jalopnik, made very little argument at all in response — sending only a single witness whose testimony was largely unhelpful. Marc Dobin, an attorney out of Washington, took Tesla to arbitration over FSD access in his then newly purchased 2021 Tesla Model Y.

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Miracle Body and Paint

JUNE 29, 2025

Related posts The Most Common Auto Body Repairs After a Collision Read more Recent Blog Post The Most Common Auto Body Repairs After a Collision What Does Certified Collision Repair Mean for Your Car? hood, shattered grill, and dented fenders, the truck was in rough shape. From a crushed front bumper to a bent.

Collision Repair

Miracle Body and Paint

JUNE 23, 2025

Related posts Dealing with Rust After a Collision Read more Recent Blog Post Why Custom Paint Jobs May Be Right for Your Car After Repair Dealing with Rust After a Collision What’s the Difference Between Frame and Unibody Construction? hood, shattered grill, and dented fenders, the truck was in rough shape.

Collision Repair

Jalopnik

JUNE 8, 2025

A new report from BMW Blog suggests that BMW will end most Z4 production in March of 2026, however, the U.S.-spec to 2,436 units when compared with the same time last year, according to BMW Blog. spec M40i (and its six-speed manual transmission) will live on for a bit longer. for an additional two months — until May of 2026.

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Jalopnik

JULY 15, 2025

Some vehicles are working too hard for the likes of a silly blog post. Land Rover 101 Forward Control Rally Recovery Vehicle Erin Marquis / Jalopnik This tough yellow truck stole my heart as soon as we made our way on to the rally car staging area on the first day of Goodwood.

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Jalopnik

JULY 13, 2025

Im not sure of the story behind this French time capsule, but if the current owner happens to find this blog, please know that your car is wildly cool and seeing it brought me immense joy. It sold on December 24, 2018, which in another strange confluence, happens to have been my birthday. Comment(s) Recommended

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Automotive Fleet

MAY 23, 2025

Photo: Legend Fleet | Work Truck Exchange 🎯 Axe throwing. We’re turning things up a notch on Thursday evening at Work Truck Exchange , and trust us, you wont want to miss it. What is Work Truck Exchange? With your favorite fleet people. We’re calling that a bullseye. Learn more and apply now at www.worktruckex.com.

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Jalopnik

JULY 22, 2025

Wagyu chili Tesla This is the real pièce de résistance, the dish that inspired me to write this whole blog in the first place: Wagyu chili. Greenspan just did a podcast with Barstool , by the way, in case you felt bad about me ragging on him.

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The Mechanic Doctor

JULY 22, 2025

For heavy-duty hauls, oversized freight, or irregularly shaped cargo, there are few options that offer as much flexibility as a flatbed truck trailer, especially the standard 53 ft flatbed trailer, which is a mainstay in commercial trucking across North America. A must-read resource for any professional in trucking or logistics.

Transportation

Jalopnik

JUNE 30, 2025

We need your clicks, and you cant click the blogs if youre dead or in prison. Most Americans, however, are stuck getting around by car on roads full of drunk, dangerous drivers, and we really hope every single one of you stays safe this year. Comment(s) Recommended

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The NAPA Network

JUNE 9, 2025

19 NAPA Auto Care Chevrolet Silverado RST finished 27th after a cut tire from a multi-truck incident sent him hard into the Turn 3 wall on the first of three overtime finishes. After pitting again for fuel-only service while all other trucks took four tires under a lap 84 caution, Hemric restarted third on lap 91 and ran inside the top-five.

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Fender Bender

JULY 8, 2025

Click here for a summary of Gregs blog post, which also links to his original post. To help our listeners gain a better understanding of what tariffs currently apply and how they could soon affect collision repairers, we talk with veteran analyst PartsTrader Chief Industry Relations Officer Greg Horn.

Collision Repair

The NAPA Network

JULY 14, 2025

The 2024 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series regular season titlist posted the sixth-fastest time in qualifying and ran consistent times to start the race. Eckes rejoined forces with the Bill McAnally Racing (BMR) team to drive the No. 19 NAPA Chevy to jumpstart his weekend in Sonoma, Calif.,

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The NAPA Network

JUNE 23, 2025

Hemric’s seven top-five’s through 14 races is now second-most in the series as he remains third in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Trucks Series (NCTS) standings. I don’t know if I’m just doing a really bad job of telling them where to get the truck to start or what, but as soon as we get our first round of adjustments or two, we’re back in the game.

Trucking

Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In the fast-paced world of trucking and logistics, effective communication and organization are vital to ensuring goods reach their destinations safely and on time. One critical tool in achieving this is the truck dispatch log book. This blog post provides a succinct introduction to log books for dispatch training.

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