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Drivers unaware of data their cars collect

Auto Service World

The majority of car owners remain unaware of the data their vehicles collect, according to a new report. The findings from Uswitch, a consumer comparison site, highlighted gaps in understanding around privacy and data sharing practices in modern vehicles. However, automobiles were not specifically included.

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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. This makes it extremely more difficult to deal with the vehicles.

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Vehicle Repaired In Joe’s Garage To Be Donated

Tomorrow's Technician

The vehicle will be provided by 1-800-Charity Cars, a non-profit organization that gives individuals the opportunity to donate their vehicles to a Veteran or a deserving family. The post Vehicle Repaired In Joe’s Garage To Be Donated appeared first on Tomorrows Technician.

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CARS Executive Outlook: Costa Haitas

Auto Service World

CARS magazine reached out to leaders in the automotive repair and service sector of the automotive aftermarket to ask them about their thoughts about the industry over the next 12 months. What role is technology playing in repair shops these days and how can shops use it effectively?

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The gender divides in automotive

Auto Service World

According to the research from Nationwide Vehicle Contracts, one in three women would never consider a career in the male-dominated field, in contrast to 80 per cent of men who would. The study sheds a light on persistent challenges in the auto sector, particularly concerning how women perceive their experiences in car garages.

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ASW Conversations: Porsches to Pastries: How Nhu Nguyen is supporting men’s health

Auto Service World

Last year, Nguyen held her first “Nhuvember” event in Toronto, a car meet mixed with a car exhibit that featured live painting, live vehicle repairs and more. “For the last 12 years, I’ve been baking cookies, raising money and awareness for November.” It raised more than $8,000 for the cause. on November 16.

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Why people moving to the ‘burbs helps the aftermarket

Auto Service World

That means households with more vehicles in their driveways actually have less income than those in urban centres with fewer cars — so lower-income families are spending more on vehicle repair. So this is an area where having affordable cars that people can drive to get to work is such a key part of the equation.”