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Nissan Is Considering Selling Its Headquarters To Survive

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Desperate times call for desperate measures. Nissan is considering selling its headquarters in downtown Yokohama, Japan. It is the glass and steel building that towers above the gulf. The structure was made while Carlos Ghosn was the head of the Alliance. Nissan Motor Company might se. ( continue reading.

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Strut Mount Replacement Cost (+ 6 Signs You Need One ASAP)

RepairSmith

The strut mount connects the suspension system to your cars body and quietly absorbs the daily abuse from potholes, bumps, and rough roads. When the strut mount fails , youll notice a rougher ride, poor handling, and faster wear on suspension parts. In short your vehicles stability takes a hit. In such cases, you should head to the nearest repair shop ASAP.

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Heirloom 1971 Plymouth Satellite Emerges After 36 Years in Storage, Needs a Home

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Introduced for the 1965 model year, the Satellite was initially a fancied-up Belvedere restricted to two-door body styles and V8 engines. In 1968, one year after the GTX's arrival, the Satellite range expanded to include a four-door sedan and a station wagon. While the GTX disappeared after the 1971 model yea. ( continue reading.

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Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Van Insurance Policy

Auto Service World

Photo by Pavel Danilyuk from Pexels: [link] You need the ideal van insurance policy but find yourself confused by the countless choices available? You’re not alone. Selecting the proper van insurance policy can be challenging and confusing but understanding the right information helps you find coverage for your van that also protects your money.

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Valor Explorer Yacht Is Equipped With Feadship's Most Advanced Hybrid Propulsion to Date

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Feadship is recognized as a world leader in the field of custom superyachts, but the Dutch shipyard is also an innovator in the industry, constantly pushing the boundaries of design, technology, and craftsmanship. The yacht builder's aim is to "redefine the perception of perfection and make every new project better than the last," and the latest masterpiece launched by the yard is a testament to this design philosophy.

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YouTubers Are Already Restoring 'Barn-Find' BMW E36 M3s, In Case You Wanted To Feel Ancient Today

Jalopnik

The folks at StanceWorks dragged this $8,000 decrepit M3 out of its hiding place to set about putting it right again, and the finished result is truly stunning.

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Only Around 100 Such Dodge Chargers Were Built, and This One Was Abandoned in a Forest

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The first thing I always think of when I see, and more importantly, when I hear a 1970 Dodge Charger is that 300 people thought a six-cylinder engine would be the right choice for this fantastic car. Dodge produced close to 50,000 units, and almost all were fitted with V8 engines. 300 people believed a six-cylinder configuration was enough for how they wanted to drive the. ( continue reading.

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This C4 Chevy Corvette Has Rare Color and a V8, but Why Doesn't Anybody Want To Drive It?

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Meet the 35-year-old Chevrolet Corvette ZR11 with only 504 miles on the clock. It is ultra-rare, it sports eye-catching color, and is powered by a V8. However, it can't seem to stay with one owner too long. Besides, nobody seems to really want to drive it. Corvettes are meant to be driven, aren't they? Then, why in the world would this 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 spend all its life parked?

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Dayco Offers New Timing Chain Kits, Tensioners, Hoses

Brake & Front End

Dayco has announced the availability of new timing chain kits, tensioners and hoses. The company is offering 30 new part numbers that cover 28.8 million vehicles in operation (VIO). New Timing Chain Kits Dayco says it continues to grow its timing chain kit offerings in response to OE trends shifting from belts to chains. The eight new part numbers support 11.6 million VIO.

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Formula 1: How To Improve the Monaco Grand Prix? Alex Wurz Might Have the Solution

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For years, Formula 1's bosses have tried desperately to improve the on-track product at the Monaco Grand Prix. As the cars get bigger over time, overtaking has now become a rarity at Monaco, turning the race into a procession. F1 bosses tried to remedy this issue in 2025 by making it mandatory for teams to complete two stops during the race. But despite high hopes that it could add a dash of drama to proceedings, last Sunday's r. ( continue reading.

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Dayco Offers New Timing Chain Kits, Tensioners, Hoses

Brake & Front End

Dayco has announced the availability of new timing chain kits, tensioners and hoses. The company is offering 30 new part numbers that cover 28.8 million vehicles in operation (VIO). New Timing Chain Kits Dayco says it continues to grow its timing chain kit offerings in response to OE trends shifting from belts to chains. The eight new part numbers support 11.6 million VIO.

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1967 Lincoln Continental Survivor Exits Barn After 45 Years, Hides Frustrating Surprise

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The Continental was Ford’s mainstay offering in the high-buck market segment, the luxury Blue Oval machine that spanned its production, on and off, over nine decades, with the ten generations amassing 55 years of interrupted production. 1967 was one of the milestone years, marking the swan song of a forgotten body style, the four-door convertible, and the introduction of a feature harkening back to the prewar days: center-opening doors.

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Dayco Offers New Timing Chain Kits, Tensioners, Hoses

Brake & Front End

Dayco has announced the availability of new timing chain kits, tensioners and hoses. The company is offering 30 new part numbers that cover 28.8 million vehicles in operation (VIO). New Timing Chain Kits Dayco says it continues to grow its timing chain kit offerings in response to OE trends shifting from belts to chains. The eight new part numbers support 11.6 million VIO.

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Nephew Sells a 1970 Ford Maverick Bought New by His Uncle, Parked for 25 Years

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Ford Maverick sales skyrocketed in 1970 after approximately half a year on the market. The car debuted in mid-1969 and immediately became a hit, with Ford shipping over 127K cars before the new model year was introduced. The new model sold like hotcakes, and Ford produced no more, no less than 451K units. It was another sign that America was moving to smaller and more effic. ( continue reading.

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Dayco Offers New Timing Chain Kits, Tensioners, Hoses

Brake & Front End

Dayco has announced the availability of new timing chain kits, tensioners and hoses. The company is offering 30 new part numbers that cover 28.8 million vehicles in operation (VIO). New Timing Chain Kits Dayco says it continues to grow its timing chain kit offerings in response to OE trends shifting from belts to chains. The eight new part numbers support 11.6 million VIO.

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New Kia K4 Wagon Celebrates Digital Unveiling As ProCeed's Successor

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The Forte's replacement, aka the K4, has turned out to be so popular that Kia is now preparing a new member of the family that will soon join the hatch and sedan. Its suffix is yet unknown, so we will simply refer to it as the ( continue reading.

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Dayco Offers New Timing Chain Kits, Tensioners, Hoses

Brake & Front End

Dayco has announced the availability of new timing chain kits, tensioners and hoses. The company is offering 30 new part numbers that cover 28.8 million vehicles in operation (VIO). New Timing Chain Kits Dayco says it continues to grow its timing chain kit offerings in response to OE trends shifting from belts to chains. The eight new part numbers support 11.6 million VIO.

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What's The Best Engine Of All Time?

Jalopnik

Cars, bikes, planes, if it moves people from point A to point B then it's up for grabs here.

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Dayco Offers New Timing Chain Kits, Tensioners, Hoses

Brake & Front End

Dayco has announced the availability of new timing chain kits, tensioners and hoses. The company is offering 30 new part numbers that cover 28.8 million vehicles in operation (VIO). New Timing Chain Kits Dayco says it continues to grow its timing chain kit offerings in response to OE trends shifting from belts to chains. The eight new part numbers support 11.6 million VIO.

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At $15,500, Could This 2001 BMW Z3 3.0i Be Peak Roadster?

Jalopnik

With its low miles and impressive presentation, today's Nice Price or No Dice Z3 looks to be quite a catch for any sun-loving sports car enthusiast.

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Dayco Offers New Timing Chain Kits, Tensioners, Hoses

Brake & Front End

Dayco has announced the availability of new timing chain kits, tensioners and hoses. The company is offering 30 new part numbers that cover 28.8 million vehicles in operation (VIO). New Timing Chain Kits Dayco says it continues to grow its timing chain kit offerings in response to OE trends shifting from belts to chains. The eight new part numbers support 11.6 million VIO.

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Android Auto Feature Mysteriously Disappears, Users Now Waiting for Google's Big Update

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If you still needed proof that Google Assistant must go, here's another problem that's now plaguing some Android Auto users and seemingly removing an essential feature from their devices. Users on Google's forums complain that Google Assistant no longer reads incoming messages automatically, breaking down a behavior whose purpose was to let them focus on the road and continue a conversation with a contact hands-free. ( continue reading.

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Dayco Offers New Timing Chain Kits, Tensioners, Hoses

Brake & Front End

Dayco has announced the availability of new timing chain kits, tensioners and hoses. The company is offering 30 new part numbers that cover 28.8 million vehicles in operation (VIO). New Timing Chain Kits Dayco says it continues to grow its timing chain kit offerings in response to OE trends shifting from belts to chains. The eight new part numbers support 11.6 million VIO.

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$163,000 Toyota GR Supra A90 Final Edition Now Available to Order, But Not in the U.S.

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It's been six years already since the Supra nameplate made a comeback in the stables of Japanese carmaker Toyota, and the world still doesn't seem to get enough of the sports car. You only need to look at the many variants of it currently on the table, but also at the high cadence new ones are being released. Supra fans over in Europe have something to rejoice about this week as Toyota announced the arrival of not one, but two n. ( continue reading.

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Drive Results with Automated Communication: Save Time and Keep Customers Coming Back

BayIQ

Every minute matters in a busy shop, and every customer interaction is a chance to build trust, drive revenue, and encourage repeat business. But when your team is juggling repairs, scheduling, and phone calls, staying on top of customer outreach can feel like a full-time job.

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Software upgrades form Autel

Auto Service World

Autel has released alignment and ADAS calibration software updates for a wide range of 2025 vehicle models, including those from General Motors, Honda, Dodge, Jeep, Subaru, Toyota, and Hyundai. These updates became available for download on April 10, 2025. The award-winning Autel IA900WA aligner system, paired with the MaxiSYS Ultra ADAS advanced diagnostic tablet, gives technicians maximum alignment accuracy and superior workflow efficiency.

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2026 Lexus IS Retains a Sedan Body Style but Receives All-New Design Ethos in Fantasy Land

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Lexus hasn't been as industrious as the mass-market Toyota counterpart, but we've seen a few novelties for the 2026 model year, nevertheless – including the all-new eighth-generation ES hybrid and EV executive sedan or the mid-cycle refreshed RZ F Sport EV crossover SUV that just landed in the US. ( continue reading.

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Mevotech adds control arms

Auto Service World

Mevotech announced 193 new part numbers, including 58 that are first-to-market. The new part numbers provide coverage for more than 106 million vehicles in operation across the U.S. and 10 million in Canada. Among the highlights are TTX front upper control arms engineered for late-model GM 2500 HD and 3500 HD working trucks. Designed from the ground up to excel in severe duty conditions, these parts integrate exclusive patented technologies and are reinforced with a solid forged construction.

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Intriguing Detail on the Rivian R2 Prototype Sets the Internet on Fire

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Rivian intended to fit the R1 Gen 2 EVs with Lidar sensors enabling more advanced autonomous driving features, but they launched without them. Now, the same is rumored about the upcoming R2, despite being a cost-efficient model. A recent prototype was spotted with a roof cutout that could accommodate a Lidar roof pod. Rivian is on track to start volume production of the R2 compact crossover by the end of the year, with deliveries planned. ( continue reading.

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New weight bench from Car-O-Liner

Auto Service World

The new Car-O-Liner Speed 3T weight bench is a versatile option, offering up to 6,600 lbs. of support while enhancing precision and efficiency for repair shops. Designed to accommodate heavier, longer vehicles, the weight bench expands a shops ability to handle a wider range of collision damage repairs. The draw aligner sets up in seconds, rotates 180 degrees around one end of the platform and tilts 90 degrees horizontally for greater flexibility.

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GT3 Race Car Is GT7's Gift to Anyone Who Does One Tiny Action

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I will soon be writing a review of a new racing game. I'm not particularly enthusiastic about it, though. I still feel better playing Gran Turismo 7. It still has a spell on me, and I don't think it will vanish soon. I started the day with a quick race around Lake Louise. Few things make me happier than sliding around in the snow. I opted for my tuned Toyota Celica GT-Four and quickly conquered the Japanese 4WD Challenge 600.

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MEMA’s Chalifoux set to retire

Auto Service World

John Chalifoux, chief sustainability officer of MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association and chief operating officer of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers, will soon call it a career. The organization announced that he will retire on Jan. 2, 2026. Chalifouxs career in the vehicle supplier industry spans 35 years, with key leadership roles focused on innovation, sustainability and organizational growth.

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Dayco Offers New Timing Chain Kits, Tensioners, Hoses

Brake & Front End

Dayco has announced the availability of new timing chain kits, tensioners and hoses. The company is offering 30 new part numbers that cover 28.8 million vehicles in operation (VIO). New Timing Chain Kits Dayco says it continues to grow its timing chain kit offerings in response to OE trends shifting from belts to chains. The eight new part numbers support 11.6 million VIO.

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Fix Network president stepping down

Auto Service World

Fix Network has announced the departure of Sylvain Sguin, president of its Canadian operations, effective at the end of May. Sguin joined the automotive aftermarket services provider in 2018 as vice-president of operations and was appointed president in 2022. During his tenure, he oversaw the companys Canadian brands, including Fix Auto, ProColor Collision, NOVUS Glass and Speedy Auto Service.

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Super-Rare 1964 GTO Tri-Power Ragtop Is a Casual Driver That Hides a Big Secret Below Deck

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In early September 1963, Pontiac’s assembly plants began producing the LeMans intermediate with the Gran Turismo Omologato package. The muscle car age was officially debuting. The A-body platform with an engine borrowed from the B-body lineup proved a tasteful recipe for gearheads, and the GTO became an overnight hit. Six decades later, there’s a gearhead in Missouri who casually drives one super-rare convertible 1964 GTO regularly. ( continue reading.

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These Brands Still Make Tires In America

Jalopnik

Many tire brands outsource their entire manufacturing process to other countries due to costs. However, there are a few that still make their tires in the U.S.

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Cloudbreaker Sets High Standards for Compact, Low-Budget, and Family-Ready RVs, Just $16K

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For the next few minutes, I want to invite you to discard all preconceived notions about what a compact, lightweight, and affordable camper looks like. Once you've done that, join us while we explore a travel trailer that, in my opinion, pushes the bounds of what's possible with a dash under $16K. That's right, folks! The camper before us today boasts an MSRP of no more than $15,995.

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