Brake & Front End

MARCH 10, 2025

If you have ever driven a car or truck with a fully locked differential around a tight corner or tried to get a car with an open differential out of a snowbank, you know about the benefits of a limited-slip differential. These can be found on performance cars and off-road trucks. The two wheels are connected using spider gears.

Electronics

AutoSuccess

JULY 13, 2025

UVeye announced the launch of UV360, a powerful new platform helping car dealerships turn every fresh trade-in into showroom-ready images, even before they hit reconditioning. ” With UV360, dealers can stop waiting for days or weeks to photograph and list vehicles. . The platform will be rolled out by the end of the year.

Vehicle

Brake & Front End

JANUARY 20, 2025

Many vehicles were no longer equipped with limited slip and Torsen differentials at the axles. Many of these AWD systems were able to utilize the brakes and sensors in the wheel ends to better control the power of the AWD system. The brake hydraulic control module on these vehicles has at least 12 valves. So, what happened?

Manufacturing

CATI

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Telematics is revolutionizing the automotive repair industry, transforming how mechanics diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicles. As connected cars become more commonplace, telematics technology is increasingly important in automotive repair shops. Here are some of the key ways its transforming the industry: 1.

Automotive Repair

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

How NASA Tires Could Impact Earthbound Industries Now, obviously I dont expect my car to be upfitted with rover tires. But, what could NASA tire technology mean for the future of tires spec’d to the vehicles you and I drive? The post Does NASA Tire Technology Show Promise in Terrestrial Vehicles Too? The Future of Tires?

Vehicle

Shop Marketing Pros

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Whether it’s winter car care, “new year, new car” resolutions, or creative customer appreciation ideas, this episode is packed with ways to turn small efforts into big wins. Winter Car Care Tips (00:06:14) Discussion on educating customers about winter car maintenance and safety.

Auto Repair

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

A new survey found that over half of drivers are intrigued by the prospect of using their vehicles as “digital wallets,” signalling a growing interest in connected vehicle services. The survey highlights the increasing role of connected vehicles in the U.S.

Vehicle

Jalopnik

JULY 21, 2025

All Rights Reserved What Does X-Mode Actually Do On Subaru Cars? Latest News Reviews Brands Car Types Buying Culture Tech Beyond Cars Racing QOTD Features Newsletter Advertise Brands Subaru What Does X-Mode Actually Do On Subaru Cars? If that didnt convince you, check out YouTube videos of Subaru cars navigating snow.

Car

Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In 2024, Hertz decided to sell off many of its electric vehicles (EVs). They also expressed concerns about the lack of collision shops willing to repair EVs and the lengthy period the vehicles would be out of service. Repairing the body and chassis of an EV is quite similar to making those repairs on internal combustion vehicles.

Body Repair

Shop Marketing Pros

MAY 21, 2025

From summer travel prep and college car check-ins to back-to-school drives and fun offbeat holidays like Chicken Wing Day and Tattoo Day, this episode is packed with creative, low-effort ways to stay connected with your community. Collector Car Appreciation Day (00:18:43) Promotes showcasing unique collector cars that shops work on.

Auto Repair Shop

AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 27, 2024

One of the most significant hurdles is the underutilization of a dealer website’s vehicle detail pages (VDPs) in their lead generation strategies. The vast majority of consumers rely on the internet to find a local car dealership, as well as deals offered by that dealership.

Media

Solera

JULY 28, 2025

Being a car dealer today isn’t just about selling vehicles. Modern car shoppers expect personalized, seamless experiences akin to those offered by sophisticated tech giants. They’re not just shopping for cars; they’re seeking exceptional experiences. Why the disconnect?

Management

Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 7, 2025

But with modern vehicles, the levels of refrigerant and maybe the operation of the compressor are only a small component of the overall diagnosis. Occupant Comfort When a driver sets a temperature in the control head of an HVAC system, what does it mean to the vehicle? Others use a small electric fan for the same purpose.

Management

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 11, 2025

Even though both front-wheel-drive (FWD) and four-wheel-drive (4WD) cars were also designed and manufactured during the early years of the automobile, they didn’t flourish and the durability and simplicity of the typical RWD design made it the sole choice of automobile platforms for many manufacturers.

Electronics

Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2025

DRNs mobile LPR system uses cameras mounted on repossession or spotter cars that drive around scanning license plates think Googles vehicle that captures images for Google Earth. This data is compiled into a database, allowing lenders to track vehicles with delinquent accounts to aid in collection and repossession decisions.

Car Dealership

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 30, 2025

Test lights or low-quality meters just won’t cut it with today’s cars. Now think about hybrid and electric vehicles. Thinking about the problem and planning our diagnostic process utilizing the precision equipment critical for today’s complex electrical systems gives us the right tools for success. Electronics are the same way.

Electricity

Vehicle Service Pros

AUGUST 1, 2025

Modern systems utilize reversible refrigerant flow, allowing simultaneous heating and cooling with a single, adaptable setup. While often overlooked by consumers, heat pump systems have become one of the most influential technologies in modern EV and hybrid vehicles. In electric vehicles (EVs), however, that luxury does not exist.

Vehicle

Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In 2024, Hertz decided to sell off many of its electric vehicles (EVs). They also expressed concerns about the lack of collision shops willing to repair EVs and the lengthy period the vehicles would be out of service. Repairing the body and chassis of an EV is quite similar to making those repairs on internal combustion vehicles.

Body Repair

autoevolution

JULY 3, 2025

On this occasion, the recall population comprises 200,061 trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles from the Ford and Lincoln brands. The subject vehicles all feature SYNC 3 infotainment systems. The Ford Motor Company has announced yet another mammoth recall.

Trucking

Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 7, 2025

Test lights or low-quality meters just won’t cut it with today’s cars. Now think about hybrid and electric vehicles. Thinking about the problem and planning our diagnostic process utilizing the precision equipment critical for today’s complex electrical systems gives us the right tools for success. Electronics are the same way.

Electricity

autoevolution

JULY 3, 2025

Nissan's industry-first engine technology has backfired spectacularly on the Japanese automaker, which just announced a 443,899-vehicle recall comprising passenger cars and sport utilities powered by the VC-Turbo engine family. The suspect population is equipped with both the 1.5-liter liter I3 and the 2.0-liter

Engineering

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 12, 2025

There are so many things in the automotive industry that are not working directly with cars or with the public that is a job that needs to be filled.” And, perhaps unsurprisingly, Dineff believes utilizing social media in the way people are consuming it is a key tool to connect with new audiences.

Auto Repair

autoevolution

JULY 10, 2025

Mammoth is a good enough word to describe Ford's latest safety recall, one that comprises 850,318 vehicles produced for the United States market for the 2021 through 2023 model years. Affected sport utility vehicles include the Bronco, Explorer, ( continue reading. )

Trucking

Automotive Fleet

JUNE 9, 2025

In terms of rising maintenance costs, Petrillo cited the need to “find the sweet spot when it’s less expensive to sell the vehicles than to try to run them longer.” Reevaluating Vehicle Eligibility Kimberly Fisher, director of global fleet and travel at NOV Inc., She is also reevaluating who is eligible for vehicles.

Management

Jalopnik

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Cities and cars just dont get along. Cities are compact , maximally utilizing space for their human residents, while cars arent they take up precious space just sitting parked , and carry few people while moving.

Car

AutoSuccess

MARCH 10, 2025

By leveraging data from previous purchases, online interactions and even social media, car dealerships not only increase operational efficiency but also create a highly personalized buying experience. Further down the production line, AI can also assist with packaging deliverables in a thoughtful, efficient way.

Automotive

Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2025

DRNs mobile LPR system uses cameras mounted on repossession or spotter cars that drive around scanning license plates think Googles vehicle that captures images for Google Earth. This data is compiled into a database, allowing lenders to track vehicles with delinquent accounts to aid in collection and repossession decisions.

Car Dealership

Auto Remarketing

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

General Motors took Overall Loyalty to Manufacturer honors, its 10th consecutive win in that category, and its Chevrolet Equinox won the loyalty title for the small utility segment. million new retail vehicle registrations in the U.S. million new retail vehicle registrations in the U.S. in 2024, up 0.6

Automotive

Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

That’s no longer just an American thing ; in the first half of 2023, market share for utility vehicles exceeded 50 percent in Europe for the first time ever , and it’s the same in China. Car enthusiasts love to hate on the things , which I think is usually pretty misguided anyway, but a… Read more.

Utilities

AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

New car dealerships face increasing pressure to deliver exceptional customer experiences while maintaining profitability. Understanding the Service Drives Potential The service drive is more than a pathway for vehicle repairs; its a critical touchpoint where customer satisfaction and dealership profitability intersect.

Service Advisor

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 30, 2025

ADAS-equipped vehicles have been on the road for more than a decade – yet many shops still don’t understand the purpose and procedures for understanding the technology. James Rodis, process, procedure and training manager at OEM Calibration, agreed with Phillips on the majority of shops still not scanning vehicles.

Collision Repair

AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In 2024, Hertz decided to sell off many of its electric vehicles (EVs). They also expressed concerns about the lack of collision shops willing to repair EVs and the lengthy period the vehicles would be out of service. Repairing the body and chassis of an EV is quite similar to making those repairs on internal combustion vehicles.

Body Repair

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 3, 2025

ISG automatically switches off the engine when the car is at a standstill and starts it again as soon as the brake pedal is released. A lot has to happen for the engine to utilize ISG. Hyundai typically specifies an aggregated glass mat (AGM) battery for vehicles equipped with the ISG system.

Engineering

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.

Vehicle

AutoSuccess

JANUARY 14, 2025

Vehicle service contracts (VSCs) are a powerful tool that can help dealers improve profitability, retain customers and even encourage new purchases down the line. By securing a VSC post-sale, dealers can lock in this relationship, encouraging repeat business for future car purchases. Benefits of Post-Sale VSCs 1.

Vehicle

AutoSuccess

MARCH 21, 2025

These comprehensive electronic records have transformed legacy dealership processes, covering all aspects of vehicle sales. However, just utilizing a digital deal jacket isnt enough, especially since only 20% of dealers said they utilize a digital copy of a persons drivers license even with a digital deal jacket.

Utilities

Dent Mechanic Group

JULY 2, 2025

The roads of Dallas-Fort Worth are increasingly populated with electric vehicles (EVs), from sleek Teslas to innovative Rivians and Ford Mustang Mach-Es. These vehicles represent the future of automotive technology, offering unparalleled efficiency and performance. So, does hail damage affect EVs differently than gas-powered cars?

Electric Cars