Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
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R.O. Writer
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Leading automotive shop software provider celebrates 15 years of giving back November 16, 2023: R.O. Writer, the market leader in auto repair shop management solutions, today celebrated 15 years of donating The post R.O. Writer Donates Software to Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School in a Philanthropic and Strategic Partnership appeared first on R.O.
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Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Auto thefts reached new highs in 2022 with Ontario and Quebec hit hardest. A new report examines what vehicles thieves are setting their sights on. The 2020 Honda CR-V maintained its spot at the top of the list as the … The post The top stolen vehicles of the year appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
In today’s vehicles, steering, and suspension systems demonstrate how solid geometry concepts find practical application. Wheel alignment combines various steering and suspension geometry aspects to deliver safe, smooth handling, a comfortable ride, and extended tire durability. If you’re currently undergoing automotive technology training, it’s crucial to grasp the concept of wheel alignment and its role in supporting the smooth operation of vehicles.
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Four Greater Toronto Area automotive repair and tire shops plus one in Guelph have been acquired by The Mufflerman. The five locations are under the EuroMechanic banner, specializing in repair, service and tires for European vehicles. They are co-branded with … The post The Mufflerman acquires five shops appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
What exactly constitutes a custom color? Aren’t there a finite amount of colors based on the color wheel, and haven’t we already discovered them all? Can we simply “cocktail” leftover paint into something custom? Do we see custom colors eventually in OEM offerings? Naturally, while the answers may be as varied as we are — eye of the beholder and all that — I’d submit we generally know it when we see it.
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
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Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Californian startup Lucid took a bold approach for its introduction to the world, launching in 2021 with the phenomenal Air , a large electric luxury sedan that entered a small, competitive segment of the auto market. Despite garnering tons of acclaim—including from me—the Air has been a slow seller and the brand has… Read more.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Many jobs require special tools. Sometimes you absolutely need them, and sometimes you can get away without. The buying decision involves multiple factors: How expensive is the tool, how often will you do the job, how hard is it without the special tools and is quality affected adversely if you don’t use them? Often the question is answered by doing a job once, maybe getting it done successfully, but deciding you won’t do it again without the special tools.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
All European countries that I am aware of try to make sure used cars are in good condition to keep on the road. This is why they promote regular inspections, which varies from country to country. The Tesla Model 3 has just started going through these inspections in Germany, and it has already earned an unpleasant title: the vehicle with the most inspection failures among 111 other models.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
When a high-end sports car or supercar rolls into your shop, one thing is certain when servicing this type of wheel assembly: Those rims are expensive, so protect the wheel at all costs. This is especially true with today’s composite wheels, and, in particular, carbon fiber wheels. Carbon fiber wheels are made from a composite and injected with a resin to create their shape.
The Drive
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Aurora Flight Sciences Aurora Flight Sciences has offered a new look at an experimental high-speed, runway-independent, vertical takeoff and landing-capable aircraft it is developing for the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. Such a design, which features an array of dedicated lift fans, could provide valuable operational flexibility and help reduce vulnerability in future conflicts, especially high-end ones against a potential near-peer opponent like China.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Kia America announced that its Kia EV models saw a year-over-year increase of 83%, with the EV6, in particular, setting an all-time October sales record, surging by 30% compared to the same month the previous year. “The upcoming 2024 EV9, set for release soon, has already garnered significant consumer interest with pre-orders, establishing its presence in the competitive electric SUV segment from the start,” Eric Watson, vice president, sales operations, said.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
The National Transportation Safety Board is asking automakers to install anti-speeding technology in all new vehicles to cut down on the number of deaths caused by people driving way too fast , according to an NTSB post. Read more.
Autoblog: Car News
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Filed under: Video , Green , Weird Car News , Tesla , SUV , Electric , Luxury , Performance Continue reading Watch as submerged Tesla Model X at Florida boat ramp burns underwater Watch as submerged Tesla Model X at Florida boat ramp burns underwater originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Nov 2023 10:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
A spate of battery fires has rocked New York City this year after they were started by electric bikes charging in tightly-packed apartment buildings. So far, the fires have claimed 17 lives in 2023 after another blaze killed three people this weekend. Read more.
The Drive
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Escadrone/via Telegram Today’s situation report starts with what is undoubtedly one of the most extraordinary videos captured by drones so far in the conflict in Ukraine — and there have been many to choose from. This one was apparently first posted to the Telegram messaging app by Escadrone, a non-profit group organized in Ukraine in order to manufacture first-person view (FPV) attack drones — a type of highly maneuverable loitering munition that is proving highly important in the conflict.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
No Tesla Cybertruck is complete without a couple of toy Cyberquads in the bed for the kiddies. At least, that was the idea when Radio Flyer made the Cyberquad for Kids under license for Tesla , which mimicked the ATV that Elon Musk showed off when the Cybertruck debuted. Shortly after release, the toy was recalled due… Read more.
The Drive
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
By now, the entire field of Formula 1 cars should’ve completed the first track session of the inaugural F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix. Instead, some drivers got eight minutes of running time, some got nothing, and in the case of Ferrari and Alpine, they have essentially written off two race cars. Why? A poorly secured manhole cover came loose during Thursday night’s FP1 session, sidelining Carlos Sainz and Esteban Ocon.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
For the past few months , truckers have been beset by a scourge : Predatory towing companies that boot and tow big rigs at truck stops , then charge thousands of dollars for the safe return of their livelihoods. Read more.
The Drive
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Hyundai Right now, you can configure a new Hyundai on Amazon and find the closest match at a dealer near you. But starting next year, you’ll be able to go a step further and complete your transaction on the retailer’s website. Hyundai and Amazon announced the partnership together on Thursday at the 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show. As the two companies explained in a joint press release , Amazon will start allowing auto dealers to sell vehicles on its U.S. store in 2024, and Hyundai cars w
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Hyundai announced Thursday that it will be the first brand to sell cars on Amazon starting in 2024. This somewhat dystopian announcement is intended to bring ease to the car buying process, and will allow purchasers the option to receive delivery of their new car directly to their home, or pick it up from their local… Read more.
The Drive
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Lucid. Lucid has been impressing critics and customers alike with its all-electric Air sedan since launch. While the brand has certainly had some teething problems, like build quality issues, software bugs, and production slowdowns, that’s pretty normal with upstart auto companies. Despite those issues, the Lucid Air is among the most impressive and exciting electric vehicles on sale.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Bettersten Wade Robinson spent more than five months searching for her son Dexter Wade after he went missing only to find out that not only was he dead, but he had been hit by an off-duty Jackson, Mississippi police officer and buried in a pauper’s grave without her knowledge. Why the Jackson Police Department never… Read more.
The Drive
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Mitsuoka If you’re aware of Mitsuoka at all, you know the small Japanese automaker has created some uniquely polarizing vehicles over the years. From the non-Euclidean unease of the Honda NSX-based Orochi to the Buddy , a Toyota RAV4 rebodied to resemble a K5 Chevy Blazer, Mitsuoka has made it unquestionably clear that the limitations that restrain other carmakers don’t apply within its walls, and it answers to nobody.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Both respect and disrespect is earn with enough experience. Earlier this week, we asked you what cars make you say “of course, ” when they cut you off. The kind of car owned by someone camping out in the left lane doing exactly the speed limit. The ones that make you roll your eyes at the sight of their badges. Read more.
The Drive
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Koenigsegg. There are few things in life that bring me as much joy as technical deep-dive videos in which you get to see the intricate details of not only some of the most fascinating cars on the planet, but also how they’re made. It doesn’t matter if it’s old-school hand-craftsmanship like Morgan, obsessive attention to detail like Gordon Murray, or absolute mind-bending, cutting-edge engineering like Koenigsegg : I love it all.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
On paper, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N shouldn’t be particularly fun to drive. It makes up to 641 hp and can hit 60 mph in a claimed 3.25 seconds, so straight-line speed shouldn’t be a problem. If you want to smoke a Challenger from a stoplight, go ahead. Still, with an 84-kWh battery pack and dual-motor all-wheel… Read more.
The Drive
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Subaru The new generation of Subaru’s bestselling crossover, the 2025 Subaru Forester, was revealed Thursday at the 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show. The redesigned crossover is built on a stronger platform than ever before, with new convenience and safety technologies, improved driving dynamics, and an upcoming hybrid variant. Also, it has Life Alert.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
When Genesis showed off the GV80 Coupe Concept , it seemed like the SUV was close to production. That turned out to be the case when Genesis said it was making the GV80 Coupe , and confirmed it would be taking the model through production mostly unchanged. Now that it’s getting a refresh for the next model year, the… Read more.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Fifteen years ago, Jeep was a laughable 4x4 brand clowned for shoddy build quality, poor build materials, and being sold by people who preferred accountants in high-ranking brand positions instead of designers and engineers. A decade and a half can do wonders for PR. But no two SUVs did more to ameliorate Jeep's reputation in North America than the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Humanity is predisposed to find three things categorically adorable, babies, baby animals, and the first-generation Renault Twingo. With recent headlines breaking news that expensive EVs are experiencing slowing sales and poor resale values, what better time for Renault to unveil its new electric Twingo. With… Read more.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
First and foremost, inhibitor switch refers to a safety device that prevents a given vehicle from starting unless certain system conditions are fulfilled. For example, if the gear lever isn't in the park or neutral positions. Also known as neutral safety switch, this device prompted a 95,830-vehicle recall at Subaru. Recalled vehicles include the 2021 model year Crosstrek, the ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
It’s more common to see a Mk4 Golf on its last leg than one that’s showroom fresh these days, but this flawless example on Bring A Trailer is not like other girls. This is likely the cleanest R32 on the market right now, being one of 1,743 in this paint color, with a mere 710 miles on the odometer, no accidents on the… Read more.
Automotive Fleet
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Dominate the road with the 2023 Fleet Truck of the Year - the Chevrolet Silverado. This full-size pickup’s power, efficiency, and work-ready fea-tures make it the top choice for professional fleet managers.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Good morning! It’s Thursday, November 16, 2023, and this is The Morning Shift , your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. Read more.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
During the 1960s and 1970s, some of the most impressive, performance-oriented Chevys were equipped with the legendary SS package. As the horsepower war was heating up during the late 1950s and early 1960s, Detroit's biggest carmakers began offering high-performance options for an. ( continue reading.
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