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Where Lordco opened its newest Alberta store

Auto Service World

Lordco Auto Parts has opened its sixth store in Alberta. The newest one opened its doors last week in Red Deer. Two are located in each of Edmonton and Calgary with a fifth one in Airdrie, just north of Calgary. … The post Where Lordco opened its newest Alberta store appeared first on Auto Service World.

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A Day In The Life Of A Dent Doctor After Auto Body Training

Automotive Training Centre

The life of a dent doctor, also known as an auto body technician, is a blend of skill, precision, and customer service. Following comprehensive auto body training, these professionals embark on a career path where all days are different. Their expertise lies in repairing the various imperfections and damages a vehicle may endure, focussing mainly on dents ranging from minor door dings to significant collision damages.

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Jobber of the Year 2023: It’s always about the people

Auto Service World

Chieftain Auto Parts gives full credit to the people in and around it for its 2023 Jobber of the Year Award The post Jobber of the Year 2023: It’s always about the people appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Considering Automotive School? How EVs Of The Future Will Differ From Today’s

Automotive Training Centre

In an era where technology and innovation are at the forefront of every industry, the automotive sector stands out as a beacon of rapid evolution and groundbreaking inventions. At the heart of this transformation is the introduction of vehicles like the Polestar 4, an icon of modern automotive technology. Its most notable and intriguing feature is the absence of a traditional rear window, replaced with a high-tech digital display system.

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Thankful Reflections: Financial Wins of the Year

AutoShopOwner

Can you believe that another year is drawing close to the end? It really does seem like the older you get, the faster time goes! As we enter into the Thanksgiving season, we wanted to take some time to reflect on our achievements, the achievements of our clients, and express sincere gratitude for all of those who have made this year’s success possible.

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Accelerating Ambition: A Fearless and Youthful Approach to Shop Marketing

Shop Marketing Pros

EPISODE: 075 – Accelerating Ambition: A Fearless and Youthful Approach to Shop Marketing In this episode, Kim interviews two young ladies who have taken over the marketing roles in their families’ auto repair shops. Calla Bourdeau of Rowes Garage and Callie Grace Burris of Frog Pond Performance talk about their roles, the challenges they face, and what it’s like to be young marketers in the world of auto repair.

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Authorities believe this Renault Clio Campus was struck by a meteorite

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Filed under: Auto News , Weird Car News , Renault , Space Continue reading Authorities believe this Renault Clio Campus was struck by a meteorite Authorities believe this Renault Clio Campus was struck by a meteorite originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Valve Lash Setting – Top End Ticking Noise, Usually The First Sign

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Automotive Engine Problems Danny Bender Valve Lash Setting – Top End Ticking Noise, Usually The First Sign Danny's Engineportal Valve lash setting, is something most drivers, don’t even think about. First, you need to know, if you even have an adjustable valve train, for valve lash setting. In most cases, you will not have [.

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Jeep Recalls Wrangler 4xe Over Battery Fire Risk, Owners Advised To Park Outside

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The JL may have been off to a poor start due to numerous quality issues, most notably inadequate welds, but Jeep continues to dominate this particular segment with the long-running Wrangler. No fewer than 126,551 examples were delivered to customers in the United States in the first three quarters of 2023 as opposed to 91,468 units of the Ford Bronco.

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Toyota Admits Mass Production Of Solid-State Batteries Won't Really Mean Mass Production

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Toyota is still moving forward with its plan to produce solid-state batteries that it says will give future electric vehicles a range of more than 900 miles. And while production won’t exactly start tomorrow, the current plan to begin in 2027 isn’t too terribly far in the future, either. Except, as it turns out,… Read more.

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Oldsmobile Cutlass Found in a Barn With the Hurst W-30 Package, All Original

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The Hurst W-30 package continued to be an intriguing offering in the Cutlass lineup in 1979 despite the special treatment becoming rarer. Customers who paid extra for the W-30 upgrades received special aluminum wheels you could spot. ( continue reading.

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Man Arrested For Pleasuring Himself At Kum & Go Gas Station

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An Iowa man has been arrested and charged with indecent exposure for an incident in March where witnesses say he pleasured himself at a Kum & Go gas station, then vacated the premises. Because in Iowa, if you build it they will.you know. Read more.

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Buried Alive 1971 Plymouth Barracuda Pulled From a Garage After 30 Years

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The 'cuda might be the superstar, but the Barracuda Gran Coupe is still an intriguing model, especially when flexing a complete package. The 1971 example that made its way to eBay courtesy of seller iiman65 hopes to find a n. ( continue reading.

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Tesla’s Wrap Quality Might Be As Bad As Its Paint Finishes

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A Tesla Model Y was spotted clad in the electric automaker’s new colored paint protection film. The SUV in a forest green wrap was photographed by Tesla YouTube content creator DennisCW at Tesla’s location in Buena Park, California. The film was poorly applied to the vehicle, with several noticeable defects. Even… Read more.

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1971 Barracuda Gran Coupe With Malaise Surprise V8 Is Out To Win You Over One More Time

autoevolution

1971 is a year regularly brought up in a discussion about cars – for reasons that dance on both sides of the Good-Bad frontier. It marked the beginning of the end of the Golden Age, sending muscle cars to sleep. Still, it also served us delicacies such as the one-year-only Plymouth Barracuda non-mainstream design. The dual headlight appearance and the cheese grater grille are instantly recognizable by any fan, anywhere, anytime. ( continue reading.

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Toyota Truck Ads Banned In UK For Lacking 'A Sense Of Responsibility To Society'

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The United Kingdom’s Advertising Standards Authority has banned two Toyota Hilux advertisements, claiming they lack “a sense of responsibility to society.” This is also the first time the ASA has banned a truck ad for not being socially responsible enough environmentally, the Guardian reports. Read more.

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NHTSA Investigates 16 Recalls Totaling 6.4M Vehicles Made by Hyundai and Kia

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From 2016 to the present day, South Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia issued no fewer than 16 recalls over the anti-lock brake modules fitted to 6,383,145 vehicles. Manufactured by South Korean supplier Mando, the suspect parts in question are referred to as ABS module by Hyundai and HECU by Kia, HECU as in hydraulic electronic control unit. Given the number of vehicles and recalls, the Office of Defects Investigation has opened an audit. ( continue reading.

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Formula 1's Las Vegas Grand Prix Proved The Doubters Wrong But There's Still Work To Do

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As the dust settled on the 2023 Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix , one thing became clear: Despite all of the frustrations in the build-up to the race and all of the chaos during practice, the event was a success. Fans packed the stands for what turned out to be one of the most compelling races of the year, and many of… Read more.

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Abandoned 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Emerges With a Numbers-Matching Surprise

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1969 was a great year for the Ford Mustang. Sure, sales dropped below 300,000 units for the first time since 1964, but Ford had no fewer than six performance versions on offer that year. In addition to the GT and the Shelby GT350 and GT500 models, the company also launched a pair of Boss variants. The Boss 302 debuted as. ( continue reading.

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A McLaren F1 Windshield Costs $33,000 To Replace

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Even with deep pockets, replacing a part on a rare supercar must be a hell of an experience. Having to track down parts, of which there probably aren’t many left or a specialist to do the work can take even more money. That’s what the owners of two McLaren F1s must be going through, as Motor1 reports that two out of… Read more.

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Dutchmen RV's Fresh 230ML Fifth Wheel Boasts the Homiest On-Road Living at a Tasty Price

autoevolution

In case you haven't noticed, the RV, camper, and travel trailer scene here in the US is changing. With that in mind, today we dive a bit deeper into one of America's most powerful mobile living brands, Dutchmen RV, and their 2024 Astoria lineup. Folks, ever since 1988, the name Dutchmen RV has been a presence in the American RV market, and 35 years later, they're still hard at work cranking out ( continue reading.

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We Spied The Next-Gen Audi S5 Sportback

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One of my favorite car-related things about living in Los Angeles is the frequency with which I see camouflaged test vehicles. Automakers from America, Europe, Japan, Korea and more have design centers or R&D facilities in Southern California, and others will just ship cars out here for testing on some of the greatest… Read more.

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Refreshed Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sorento Get the (CGI) Aftermarket Treatment Early

autoevolution

Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) is the third largest conglomerate in South Korea, behind Samsung and SK Group. It is, of course, best known through its affiliates, Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation, rather than other companies. Hyundai and Kia have an intertwined relationship, and today, after years of thinking they are just affordable brands from Asia, they have genuinely outshined their roots.

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Adopt This Fulda So It Has Somewhere Warm To Live This Holiday Season

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The holidays are a time for the best of humanity to show itself, to rise to the surface and do good unto others. This little blue German microcar is in desperate need of someone to show it some compassion. This little old friend-shaped car needs a warm garage for the new year, and you’re just the person to give it… Read more.

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Tuned Mustang Shelby GT500 Races Corvette Z06, Absolute Destruction Ensues, Twice

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The future is here for the American pony and muscle car sector. The Dodges and Chevy Camaro will be no more, and the Ford Mustang S650 will rock the world almost completely alone. Dodge is giving up on the Hemi V8-powered Challenger and Charger, and no one knows if the former will return for a new iteration. Only the latter is guaranteed with a return to the two-door lifestyle, Banshee EV prowess, and maybe even some ( continue reading.

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'Wreck Chasers' Are Charging Crash Victims Thousands To Tow Their Cars

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The Pennsylvania Insurance Fraud Prevention Authority is warning drivers in Pittsburgh to be careful when ceding their car to tow truck drivers after a crash. The city has been dealing with unscrupulous towing companies that overcharge drivers after accidents, when people are most vulnerable and least likely to pay… Read more.

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Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5–16 Evo II: The Story of the Cosworth-Powered, AMG-Tuned Legend

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Produced in a limited series of just over 500 units, the 2.5-16 Evolution II was one of the wildest homologation specials from the 1990s. Since the early days of the automobile, manufacturers have used motorsport as the most effective means of promoting their products. ( continue reading.

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Two Killed In Car Explosion At U.S.-Canada Border

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This morning, a car exploded after colliding with an inspection booth in Niagara Falls. Both occupants were killed in the explosion, and a border patrol agent was injured. Read more.

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2024 Genesis G70 Arrives Down Under in Sexy Shooting Brake and Sedan Guises

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Genesis has brought the 2024 G70 to Australia. The model comes in both body styles, Sedan and Shooting Brake, and is offered in a single configuration for each one. Priced from AU$81,000 (US$53,023), the 2024 ( continue reading.

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Ford Slashes Battery Plant Output As EV Adoption Slows

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Good morning! It’s Wednesday, November 22, 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.

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Fiat Celebrates 100 Years of Disney With Five Mickey Mouse-Inspired Topolinos

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What do Fiat and Mickey Mouse have in common? The name. Topolino means "baby” or "little mouse" in Italian and is the nickname they use in the country for the iconic Disney character. The moniker was originally given to the Fiat 500 in 1936 due to its mouse-like appearance. Now, they have one more thing in common: five adorable electric cars wearing Mickey Mouse-inspired liveries.

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Lightning McQueen Should Be Excluded From GOAT Debate, Says ESPN's Stephen A. Smith

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Sports journalist and television personality Stephen A. Smith has some strong opinions on whether Lightning McQueen could be considered the greatest of all time across the sports world. Smith vocally discounts McQueen because the legendary No. 95 isn’t even definitively the best in his own championship. Read more.

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Polaris 2023 Fall Trail Grants Top $100,000, Keeps Trails Near You Safe and Gorgeous

autoevolution

Believe it or not, Polaris is a Fortune 500 company these days. That's right, the lovable makers of small-but-mighty ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, and the occasional military vehicle ranked 496 on the Fortune 500 list as far back as 2018. Safe to say, there's room in the budget to give back to the community that ma. ( continue reading.

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Here's How To Change The Subject To Politics When Someone Tries To Talk About Elon Musk At Thanksgiving

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Last year, we suggested that the best way to get through Thanksgiving is to turn the conversation to cars anytime someone in your family brings up politics. The year before that, we even provided you with a list of car arguments you could start with your family. Unfortunately for everyone, though, we’re not sure that… Read more.

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Video: Brand-New Dodge Demon 170 Hits the Drag Strip With Only 67 Miles on the Clock

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Dodge has kicked off deliveries of the magnificent Challenger SRT Demon 170, and we all know what that means: exciting drag races and quick off-the-line quarter-mile runs like this one, which was recently put to the test against the clock. Mind you, it was a brand-new examp. ( continue reading.

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Testing Cars From 0-150-0, 25 Years Later

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A lot has changed over the past 25 years, but we’re grateful that the noble quest for speed and automotive excellence is still alive and well. As we approach the decline of fossil fueled cars, we’re in the thick of a golden age of internal combustion engine vehicles. Join us in celebrating this petrol crescendo with… Read more.

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How Work Truck and Van Upfits Can Boost Your Bottom Line

Automotive Fleet

In fleet management, where every second counts and the hustle never stops, upfitting solutions provide benefits that often remain hidden in plain sight.