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Modern vehicles are becoming sophisticated digital hubs on wheels. For students considering automotive technology training at the Automotive Training Centres Cambridge campus, staying ahead of infotainment trends is essential. As in-vehicle entertainment and information systems continue to evolve, technicians must be equipped with both foundational skills and the adaptability to handle cutting-edge features.
All shops have a door rate and some are adding in diagnostic rates. But one shop coach wants you to add another: An EV rate. The argument for a diagnostic rate is getting stronger as more vehicles require thorough and time-consuming diagnostic work, noted Alan Beech, an automotive aftermarket coach with Beech Consulting. It’s usually the guy who does diagnostics in your shop is probably your most expensive guy, he said as further justification for having a higher rate.
If you have never heard of Cristina Balan, you must be new to Tesla controversies. The Romanian engineer has been fighting the battery electric vehicle (BEV) maker since it accused her of embezzlement and kickback in a 2017 article from the Huffington Post. Although it is no longer online, it did enough damage for Balan never to be hired again. Almost eight years later, she celebrated a massive win in that legal war.
It’s not often in the automotive world that we talk about a screw as a retaining method. It was sometimes used for trim a long time ago, but not today. Automotive speak for retainers usually means a bolt, clip, or tab. Well, there is one exception. That is the often-misunderstood rotor retaining screw. I say misunderstood because many question if it really needs to be there.
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. How will the economy impact customer behaviour in 2025 compared to 2024? What role is technology playing in repair shops these days and how can shops use it effectively?
PRT announced the latest additions of new aftermarket products to its portfolio of complete strut assemblies and shock absorbers. PRT said the 18 products represent more than 10 million vehicles in new coverage. The company added several significant models to its portfolio. These include the Toyota Yaris, Ford Escape and Volkswagen Touareg. PRT also introduced products for new applications like the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
Lucid has just started deliveries of its second model, the Gravity SUV, but the crown jewel is the upcoming high-volume midsize SUV. Despite market turmoil, the electric crossover, which will compete with the Tesla Model Y, is on track for a 2026 launch. Lucid is one of the EV startups best positioned to follow Tesla's success story. Although the times have not been kind to the company, Lucid continues to pedal toward profitability. ( continue reading.
Champtires has started to add new Hankook tires to its available inventory. Multiple sizes and models are now available, and more will be added soon. Examples of current Hankook tires in stock now include: Hankook Ventus S1 EVO3 225/40-18 92 Y $159.99/tire Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV 235/60-18 103 W $139.99/tire Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 HRS 275/40-18 103 Y $179.99/tire Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 HRS 245/45-17 95 W $149.99/tire Hankook Kinergy 4S2 245/40-18 97 V $148.00/tire Hankook Kinergy 4S2 235/50-1
Champtires has started to add new Hankook tires to its available inventory. Multiple sizes and models are now available, and more will be added soon. Examples of current Hankook tires in stock now include: Hankook Ventus S1 EVO3 225/40-18 92 Y $159.99/tire Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV 235/60-18 103 W $139.99/tire Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 HRS 275/40-18 103 Y $179.99/tire Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 HRS 245/45-17 95 W $149.99/tire Hankook Kinergy 4S2 245/40-18 97 V $148.00/tire Hankook Kinergy 4S2 235/50-1
The ultra-high performance (UHP) tire market today isnt your granddads and changing customer expectations and driving trends mean these tires must meet high-performance demands without compromising trade-offs. For Kumho Tire, the launch of the Ecsta Sport S, Ecsta Sport and the Ecsta Sport All-Season (A/S) , marks the manufacturer’s keen understanding of what drivers need a versatile range of tires built for high-performance and weather-ready conditions.
China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology adopted a new national safety standard for EV batteries. The new regulation mandates that EV batteries should prevent fires and explosions even if internal thermal runaway occurs. Carmakers must comply with the new standard by July 1, 2026. One of the most widespread misconceptions about electric vehicles is that they are bombs on wheels, ready to go off at any time.
The ultra-high performance (UHP) tire market today isnt your granddads and changing customer expectations and driving trends mean these tires must meet high-performance demands without compromising trade-offs. For Kumho Tire, the launch of the Ecsta Sport S, Ecsta Sport and the Ecsta Sport All-Season (A/S) , marks the manufacturer’s keen understanding of what drivers need a versatile range of tires built for high-performance and weather-ready conditions.
This 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible is equipped with the Z07 Performance package, the 3LZ Equipment Group, and the Carbon Aero package. It recently sold at auction for $125,000 with 4,500 miles on its 5.5-liter LT6 V8 engine. Its original MSRP? A hefty $159,750. Now, I don’t mean to imply that the selling dealer let it go for $35,000 under MSRP, even though technically that’s how much it has depreciated over t. ( continue reading.
At an auto mechanic school, learning how to delegate tasks effectively is just as valuable as learning to repair engines or diagnose vehicle issues. In busy automotive shops, service centres, or dealerships, teamwork is key to keeping operations running efficiently. Whether youre leading a small team or working as part of one, the ability to delegate plays a crucial role in meeting deadlines, ensuring quality, and keeping customers satisfied.
The early sixties were hot times over at General Motors, given the dominance instituted by Pontiac and Chevrolet over the strips and ovals across the country. With horsepower wars in full swing, competition brought more heat than ever on the divisions, with bigger, more powerful motors neatly dressed in the new intermediate-sized bodies. For 1963, both Chevys and Ponchos brought forth their biggest guns to date, only to be abruptly axed by a corporate decision to give up racing c. ( continue rea
PRT announced the latest additions of new aftermarket products to its portfolio of complete strut assemblies and shock absorbers. PRT said the 18 products represent more than 10 million vehicles in new coverage. The company added several significant models to its portfolio. These include the Toyota Yaris, Ford Escape and Volkswagen Touareg. PRT also introduced products for new applications like the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
While the new year is here and underway, some of the RV industry's biggest names are already working on the goodies of 2026, and one such crew is none other than Thor Motor Coach. Here's a look at what the 2026 Geneva has in store for interested Class A buyers. Folks, today we'll explore nothing more than the 2026 Geneva, particularly the 24VS.
As the first quarter of 2025 ended, all was calm for used-vehicle retail prices. But, Cars Commerce reported in its Q1 2025 Auto Market Review , that might have been the calm before the storm. The report, based on data from the companys Cars.com, Dealer Inspire and AccuTrade platforms, showed used-car list prices fell 0.9% in Q1 to an average of $28,497, a decline driven in part by the diminishing supply of higher-priced late-model vehicles as the COVID gap moves through the used market.
This magnificent looking Rolls-Royce chess set comes with hidden drawers and sculptural, ceramic-coated magnetized pieces, and is available in four veneer finishes, with a choice of 13 leather colors. It is meant to be enjoyed by Rolls-Royce customers in their homes and while there’s no official word on price just yet, we can safely assume that it won’t come cheap.
For any driver, tires represent one of the biggest vehicle care expenses. Thats why you should help your customers prevent premature tire wear. Educating them about common wear causes can boost tire life and customer satisfaction. In this video, well break down five ways to help customers identify and fix issues that lead to premature tire wear. 1. Check Pressure Regularly to Prevent Premature Tire Wear Tires typically lose up to 2% of their air pressure each month.
One of the hottest trends in camper van living is making these babies look inconspicuous to passers-by. That said, one man, the host of Love Sundays, an outdoor-living inclined YouTube channel, has created the stealthiest of camper vans. Here's how he did it and what it takes to follow in his footsteps. If you've ever wanted to hit the road in a machine that WON'T turn heads but hides an interior worthy of some very comfor. ( continue reading.
The Brookdale Community College Automotive Technology program has shifted into high gear with a 2024 Chevrolet Corvette donation from General Motors (GM). This high-performance machine, valued at $153,000, will serve as a hands-on learning tool for students in the college’s GM Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP). A Game-Changer for Students “This is a game-changer for our students,” said Ivan Anderson, an automotive technology professor at Brookdale. “The 2024 C
The Car Design 3D platform - aka cardesign3d_worldwide on social media - supports and promotes 3D automotive design ideas, old and new. This time around, here's a mixture of the two, courtesy of an artist labeled as sshshhhhhh. That's a wacky nickname, indeed. The members of the imaginative guild of digital car content creators dwelling across the parallel universes of vehicula. ( continue reading.
See how you can use R.O. Writer reporting tools to keep track of your labor profits. As an auto shop owner, you know that the people who staff your shopmechanics, The post Understanding Labor Profitability at Your Auto Shop appeared first on R.O. Writer.
The Ford Motor Company is recalling quite a few light-duty trucks and their SUV-bodied siblings over a worrying issue. According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the brake master cylinder in these vehicles may allow brake fluid to leak from the front-wheel circuit into the booster. While that may not seem like a big deal, allowing enough brake fluid to leak reduces braking performance.
See how you can use R.O. Writer reporting tools to keep track of your labor profits. As an auto shop owner, you know that the people who staff your shopmechanics, The post Understanding Labor Profitability at Your Auto Shop appeared first on R.O. Writer.
The former FIA deputy president for sport, Robert Reid, believes he was mistreated for speaking out about the current direction of the sport's governing body. Reid, who made his name as co-driver to 2001 World Rally Champion Richard Burns, worked inside the WRC before joining Mohammed Ben Sulayem's campaign to succed Frenchman Jean Todt as FIA president.
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While people shied away from the HEMI-powered Charger back in 1971, these days, it's one of the rarest, most expensive Mopar classics. In 1964, Pontiac introduced the high-performance ( continue reading.
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A small number of Cadillac Lyriq electric sport utility vehicles may have been produced for the US market with improperly fastened bolts. The bolts in question attach the front stabilizer bar brackets to the frame. In other words, loose bolts may result in stabilizer bar detachment. Prior to detachment, owners and lessees may notice rattling or clunking noises while driving.
For car owners in the DFW area, dealing with dents and dingsespecially from hail damageis an all-too-common occurrence. Fortunately, paintless dent repair (PDR) has emerged as a revolutionary technique that restores vehicles to their original condition without the need for repainting. But where did this innovative method come from? Lets explore the history and evolution of PDR, from its early beginnings to becoming the go-to solution for hail damage repair.
The most affordable Maserati of them all has received a few updates for model year 2025 in the United Kingdom, where the previous entry-level Modena has been joined by a less powerful sibling. Please welcome the Grecale, a four-pot turbo mild-hybrid crossover with 296 horsepower and 332 pound-feet (450 Newton-meters) of twist on tap. Stepping up to the Modena results in 325 horsepower and similar peak torque, whereas the V6-powered Trofeo. ( continue reading.
Cosmo Tires has launched its latest extreme all-terrain tire, the Gripit XT , designed for both off-road performance and on-road comfort. The manufacturer introduced 14 sizes in the first rollout and plans to release 15 more in 2025. An Extreme All-terrain Tire Built for Tough Terrain and Quiet Ride Cosmo said it developed the Gripit XT through rigorous testing to ensure durability, traction, and noise control.
I just returned home from one of my life's most amazing driving experiences. Testing Michelin's new Pilot Sport S 5 tires in the wet left me with an avalanche of thoughts and feelings, and I will be talking about it soon. Even after driving the Porsche 911 GT3 RS for about 30 laps at two of Michelin's test tracks in Clermont-Ferrand (France), I was still excited to get some virtual action at home.
Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage and seasonally adjusted basis) fell in March compared to February. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) dropped to 202.6. This marked a decrease of 0.2% from a year ago and was also lower than the February levels. The seasonal adjustment caused the index to decline for the month. Non-seasonally adjusted values rose but didnt meet the normal seasonal move.
The Road Runner was Plymouth’s brilliant move in the muscle car board game. Still, the Chrysler Motors Corporation came a bit late to the party with its final B-body spin-off. Granted, it had proposed the Satellite, the Belvedere, and the GTX in previous years, with observable results. It wasn’t until the Warner Bros-inspired, cartoonishly-named coupe hit the streets for the 1968 model year that it started to matter.
As the tariff era begins, perhaps the two biggest concerns for the overall used-car market, now and down the road, are rising prices and the dwindling supply of off-lease cars. To which used electric vehicles say, What, me worry? As used wholesale prices begin to creep upward thanks to rising demand coupled with diminished supply, used EVs represent.
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