Auto Service World
MAY 21, 2024
There's a case for and against creating do-it-yourself content in your shop. But the bottom line is to be authentic The post What types of videos should you create for social media? appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
MAY 21, 2024
Are you passionate about cars and dreaming of a mechanic career? The demand for skilled mechanics remains high as the automotive industry evolves with technology advancements and market changes. However, to secure a position in this competitive field when you become a mechanic , it’s essential to make your job application stand out. At Automotive Training Centre, we’re committed to equipping our students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
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Auto Service World
MAY 21, 2024
The increasing adoption of electric vehicles is met with critical challenges related to outdated infrastructure and stringent environmental regulations. This is leading to growth impediments in the EV market, law firm Troutman Pepper said in a report, Driving Change: Scaling … The post The changes need to scale EV sales appeared first on Auto Service World.
Solera
MAY 21, 2024
Why Specialized AI Matters for Auto Dealerships Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing how businesses interact with customers, offering unparalleled efficiency and a seamless experience. In the automotive industry, ServiceAgent AI, a specialized conversational AI solution, is leading the way in helping service centers better serve their clients.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 21, 2024
Remember the good old days of battery and alternator testing? With just a multimeter you could test if the alternator was charging and if the battery had a decent state of charge. On most late-model vehicles, the battery and alternator are managed together to minimize the load on the engine to boost fuel economy. Today, it requires more than just a multimeter to diagnose the battery and alternator.
Solera
MAY 21, 2024
Find Problems & Recommend Solutions. Pointing out issues to customers is always the right thing to do. Performing inspections ensures the safety, reliability, and longevity of your customers’ vehicles. By identifying and addressing issues early, you can help prevent accidents, breakdowns, and costly repairs, saving your customers time and money in the long run.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 21, 2024
Brake bleeding is essential for maintaining optimal brake performance and ensuring the safety of a vehicle. Bleeding the brakes is a procedure that’s performed to remove air from the system when a component is replaced, and one that’s performed strictly from a maintenance standpoint of flushing or changing the brake fluid of a vehicle. The idea and basic process is generally understood: All of the air must be out for the brakes to work properly.
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Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 21, 2024
Lumileds, LLC and First Brands Group, LLC announced they entered into an agreement for First Brands to acquire the Lamps and Accessories business of Lumileds for $238M. Under First Brands, the Lamps and Accessories business will continue to expand its global offerings and position its products and brands in the automotive accessories sector , according to the latest press information.
Solera
MAY 21, 2024
Solera and Axalta partner together to accurately calculate CO2 emissions per vehicle repair. WEST LAKE, TX – MAY 10, 2024 – Solera, the global leader in vehicle lifecycle management, today announced a strategic partnership with Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings. Through this strategic partnership, Axalta’s conventional and Fast Cure Low Energy (FCLE) refinish paint systems will be integrated into Solera’s Sustainable Estimatics platform, enabling Axalta
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 21, 2024
Americans seem to be hitting a breaking point with air travel, with 67 percent saying they’ve had a trip negatively impacted or ruined because of problems with air travel during the last 12 months, according to new data from Atomik Research, released by Advance Auto Parts. From losing precious time – 44 percent citing that delays and other problems traveling by air has cost them vacation time – to safety concerns – 32 percent feeling less safe flying compared to a year ago, Americans are saying
AutoSuccess
MAY 21, 2024
In the AutoSuccess Executive Spotlight, host Brian Ankney interviews Bill Wittenmyer from DealerOn , discussing the current challenges and strategies for car dealerships. Dealerships are struggling with staffing and performance due to a significant portion of salespeople and managers being new to the industry post-COVID. This lack of experience affects their ability to negotiate and manage effectively.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
To some people, nothing beats a car that also comes with a hell of a story. Something you could tell your friends after a nice dinner as you sit down together to smoke a cigar and drink some fine bourbon. If you can kick things off with a “Once upon a time”, then you’ll really have everybody’s attention. Well, once upon a time, a Candy Red 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge ended up in the hands of a legendary drag racer.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 21, 2024
I don’t care if you’ve been in the tire industry for 40 years or 40 days – a lot has changed since you got started. Recently, some of the biggest changes are happening on the technology side: AI, smartphones and sophisticated software have never had such a presence on the shop floor. There’s too much to wrap your head around to successfully keep the evolutions in the industry straight.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
Back in 1977, Europe ended up seeing the birth of Wingamm, the luxury RV and camper brand from Italy. Well, fast-forward to now, and this brand has recently announced that American on-road lifers will now have the possibility to get their hands on one of the most beloved models, and it's all tuned for American roads and lifestyles. Yup, Italy's Wingamm is now making one hell of a solid move toward capturing America's on-roa. ( continue reading.
Auto Remarketing
MAY 21, 2024
Used-car retail sales in April were ahead of prior-year figures, but the market was challenged, given the end of tax season and the hurdles of low supply, affordability and high interest rates. And that’s to be expected, says Cox Automotive. The company said in a Data Point report last week that independent and franchised dealers combined to sell 1.45 million used vehicles last month, which beat April 2023 by 4.8% but was a 7.0% month-over-month decrease.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
Waze has started rolling out speed bump notifications on Android, iPhone, Android Auto, and CarPlay. The feature was announced in April and was supposed to land by the end of the month, albeit the first alerts are only now appearing for drivers worldwide. Waze is a traffic navigation app that relies on crowdsourcing for real-time information on road hazards.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 21, 2024
I don’t care if you’ve been in the tire industry for 40 years or 40 days – a lot has changed since you got started. Recently, some of the biggest changes are happening on the technology side: AI, smartphones and sophisticated software have never had such a presence on the shop floor. There’s too much to wrap your head around to successfully keep the evolutions in the industry straight.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
Derelict classic cars are usually found in barns and backyards. However, some rigs also spend their (unfortunate) retirement years in places like basements and fields. The vehicles you see here are waiting for a second chance in what used to be a chicken barn. Documen. ( continue reading.
Autoblog: Car News
MAY 21, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News , Technology , Space Continue reading NASA wants to build a floating railway on the moon NASA wants to build a floating railway on the moon originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 May 2024 10:27:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
Introduced for the 1968 model year, the Plymouth Road Runner became a big hit thanks to its performance-oriented nature and affordable sticker. Following a shortened debut year, the Road Runner found 81,105 homes in 1969, outselling the Dodge Super Bee by nearly three to one. ( continue reading.
Auto Remarketing
MAY 21, 2024
AccuTrade has hit the accelerator. Cars Commerce’s “instant appraisal engine” took a leap forward in the first quarter of 2024, CEO Alex Vetter said during the company’s recent earnings call, growing to just under 1,000 accounts and generating more than 622,000 appraisals in that span. And that growth was a key piece in Cars Commerce’s successful Q1, which ended March 31.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
You know, not everyone has tens of thousands of dollars to spend on a camper or motorhome that's basically built to someone else's living standards. Some people just want a cheap and capable canvas upon which to craft their own idea of a dream mobile home. For people like these, WeeRoll is there to feed their needs. Now, WeeRoll is a crew we've covered on countless occasions, mainly because of the way they do business.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 21, 2024
A look back at the Malibu over the years, as assembly lines for the popular fleet vehicle will come to a halt in November 2024.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
Rivian is working on the refreshed R1S and R1T models, which will start deliveries later this year as 2025 models. As revealed by leaked certification documents, the revamped R1 models come with an LFP battery pack in the base variant and a heat pump across the lineup. Rivian is overhauling its electric vehicle lineup to improve manufacturing efficiency and bring new features to customers.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 21, 2024
Harbinger's order book contains 4,000 binding vehicle pre-orders from customers including Bimbo Bakeries USA, the U.S. business of Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest baking company.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
It's been a long time coming, but finally actual build work has begun on a new kind of airplane engine, one that might revolutionize the industry. NASA calls it the Hybrid Thermally Efficient Core (HyTEC), and it stole the headlines several times before. Despite aviation being around for more than a century and engine designs constantly progressing, it is only in recent years that the industry's focus is falling on making these. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 21, 2024
Elon Musk has recently become convinced that his floundering car company is actually, secretly, an incredibly powerful robotics company. Model Xes and Ys are no longer the big business to him; it’s all about Optimus and robotaxis — that is, unless he doesn’t get his way at the upcoming shareholder meeting. Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
Back when Mercury models were much more than just rebadged Fords, the Cyclone added some serious muscle to the upscale division's already popular lineup. Defunct since 2011, Ford's Mercury division enjoyed a period of great success during the 1950s and 1960s. Position in the middle of the FoMoCo hierarchy, ahead of Ford but behind ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 21, 2024
The solution will utilize embedded telematics in Rivian’s commercial vehicles to enable the seamless integration of vehicle data into the MyGeotab platform.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
This stunning 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback model features a Royal Maroon exterior, black vinyl interior, and matching-numbers everything. It’s the type of Holy Grail car that collectors dream of when they go to bed at night thinking about their life choices. Gentlemen, back in October of 2023, we published a feature article dubbed ‘All-Time Best Classic American Muscle Cars’, starting with a list of 32. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 21, 2024
Elon Musk is pretty big on making promises he can’t keep. If it’s not cars that can actually drive themselves or affordable electric vehicles , then it’s canceled features and backtracked launch dates. Now, the Tesla boss has been forced to admit defeat once again as no new Tesla’s will ship with support for Steam games Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
The Mustang is getting a lot of attention these days, as both Hennessey Performance Vehicles and Shelby American are flexing their badass spinoffs from the primordial pony car. The Dark Horse in the stable of the Texas-based tuner has thrown the first punch and showed what it carries on the dyno, while the Super Snake traces its origins in the GT. The good news about the Shelby is that the configurator is up and running.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 21, 2024
Nexen Tire America is kicking off its 2024 U.S. motorsports program. In addition to partnering with two of last year’s Nexen Tire Motorsports drivers in Formula Drift – Federico Sceriffo and Trent Beechum – Nexen Tire said it has also added a third driver to its roster, Mike Power. Formula Drift kicked off its 2024 season with the “Streets of Long Beach” Pro Championship event in Long Beach, CA, on April 12-13.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
There's really no need to point out that e-bikes are big bucks these days, so much so that even McLaren is in on the electrifying action. Heck, only a few hours ago, they announced their freshest lineup of "hyperbikes," a spin on an already existing lineup that brings massive power, speed, and capability. Did I mention the price tag, too?
RepairSmith
MAY 21, 2024
Ever heard a grinding noise when braking or noticed your parking brake slacking off? That’s your car saying, “Hey, I need new brake shoes!” And if you’re panicking about the brake shoe replacement cost — don’t. Keep reading to explore the cost of replacing the brake shoe to avoid any wallet nightmares and some warning signs of a bad one to give you a heads-up.
autoevolution
MAY 21, 2024
John Paul DeJoria took his 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Restomod to Jay Leno to brag about it. The two of them took it for a spin around the Hollywood Hills. Father of a drag racing champion, car enthusiast, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, JP remembers that he has been dreaming about driving cars ever since high school. His dream came true. The ( continue reading.
RepairSmith
MAY 21, 2024
Faulty rotors can harm your car’s brake system , leading to extensive damage if not replaced. But if you’ve been avoiding the replacement because of the costs , we’ve got you covered. Let’s look in-depth at rotor replacement costs and why replacing them is worth it. We’ll also discuss some signs to help you recognize bad rotors in time. This Article Contains: How Much Does Rotor Replacement Cost?
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