Auto Service World
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The September issue of Jobber News is focused on what’s on the minds of the professionals who keep jobber stores running across the country. The cover story features the results of our survey of counter professionals from Canadian jobber stores, asking them various questions, ranging from how they like their job to how they deal with customers to the challenges they face to how they deal with customers.
Automotive Training Centre
OCTOBER 4, 2024
If you’re passionate about cars and enjoy providing high-quality service, starting a business in auto detailing after your auto detailing training is a logical and exciting venture. Completing your auto detailing training equips you with the technical skills to restore, clean, and perfectly protect vehicles. But professionalism is key to genuinely thriving as an entrepreneur.
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Auto Service World
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Image credit: Depositphotos.com Burnout is a widespread issue affecting nearly half of workers globally, according to a new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The report, titled Four Keys to Boosting Inclusion and Beating Burnout , revealed that 48 per cent of employees in eight countries are currently experiencing burnout. This study surveyed 11,000 desk-based and frontline workers from Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Japan, the UK, and the US.
Shop Marketing Pros
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Social media is one of the most powerful tools for your auto repair shop, but if you’re not taking full advantage of it, you’re missing out. We get it—there are valid reasons why shop owners struggle to post consistently. But here’s the thing: those reasons can’t stand in the way of growing your business. Let’s tackle these common issues head-on and give you the strategies to turn things around.
Tomorrow's Technician
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The coolant specified by most BEV OEMs calls for a non-conductive coolant. Formulating non-conductive coolants typically involves using base fluids and additives that do not ionize in solution. Common base fluids include glycols with organic acid synthetic fluids with low electrical conductivity. Additives are carefully selected to ensure they do not introduce ionic species that could increase conductivity.
Brake & Front End
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Do EVs have feelings? No. But, you may get that customer in your shop where a customer may state that they “feel” something has changed. In the case of EVs, they can feel their range is reduced or it is taking too long to charge their vehicle. They could be on to something, or the changes in range and charging could be caused by external forces. This is where customer communication becomes an art.
Tomorrow's Technician
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Valvoline, Inc. announced that in September it opened its 2,000 th location under the Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Great Canadian Oil Change brands. This advances the Company’s efforts to expand its network of service centers to 3,500 in the United States and Canada, Valvoline said. Valvoline said the 2,000 th location is a new, company-operated, two-bay service center located in Centerville, Ohio, and marks the sixth Valvoline Instant Oil Change location in the Dayton, Ohio, metro are
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Shop Marketing Pros
OCTOBER 4, 2024
As an auto repair shop owner, you might be wondering, “Should I start a podcast for my business?” The short answer is yes. It can be a great marketing tool. But let’s be clear—it’s not the magic bullet some make it out to be. Podcasting can be valuable, but only if it’s done right and aligns with your shop’s goals, capacity, and audience.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Elon Musk gets most of the hate around here due to his incessant need to force himself into the conversation every goddamn minute with yet another bigoted, hateful opinion. Plus, you know, there’s also all the problems Tesla’s had with sexual harassment, racism and worker injuries due to dangerous working conditions.… Read more.
Auto Remarketing
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Perhaps dealers are making headway when explaining the complex safety systems of new and late-model vehicles during delivery. But new research from J.D. Power and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) showed that getting consumers completely comfortable with these features still has plenty of room for improvement. First, here’s the positive movements highlighted by IIHS through a study conducted by analyzing the state of vehicles coming through dealership service departments.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Minicars and microcars aren’t a thing in the U.S. Despite their popularity in Europe and Asia, tiny cars have never been able to get a foothold stateside. Now, with the advent of electric vehicles, they’re getting even more popular overseas , but our attitudes toward them over here aren’t changing. Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2024
In this video, Andrew Markel explains the importance of dual oxygen sensors in catalytic converters and their role in monitoring exhaust efficiency. Learn how these sensors adjust fuel trims, store oxygen in catalyst beds, and ensure peak performance of the converter. Discover why faulty sensors can affect exhaust reduction and what to check during vehicle maintenance.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Maybe you remember 9ff , maybe you don’t. The German tuning house focused exclusively on Porsche-based machines, like a late-to-the-party discount bin Ruf. The company filed for bankruptcy in 2013, but still apparently exists as an engineering firm. Before things went financially sideways, 9ff built the incredible GT9… Read more.
Automotive Fleet
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The scholarship will cover the tuition cost for a two-year program student at Auction Academy, a continuing education resource and credential for remarketing professionals.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The New York Police Department wants everyone to know that shooting a gun on a subway platform is really hard. Two police officers shot two bystanders and a knife-welding fare evader in a Brooklyn subway station last month. One passenger remains in critical condition after getting shot in the head. The NYPD is now… Read more.
RepairSmith
OCTOBER 4, 2024
A flat tire can strike at any time, leaving you stranded and frustrated. Here in San Diego , where driving is crucial for both work and recreation, you can’t afford to be stuck with a flat tire. With AutoNation Mobile Service, you don’t need to wait for a tow or limp your car over to a repair shop. Our mobile flat tire repair in San Diego brings professional, reliable flat tire repair directly to you — whether you’re at home, work, or on side of the road.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
“Initial D” is one of those pieces of media that transcends automotive enthusiasm and has helped inspire a new generation of car folks. I had already descended fully into the madness of gasoline, high-revs, and tire smoke by the time the show debuted in the U.S. in 2002 , but it certainly added some octane to the… Read more.
RepairSmith
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Dealing with a flat tire in Miami can be a major inconvenience, especially with the city’s busy streets and unpredictable weather. Fortunately, AutoNation Mobile Service is here to take the stress out of flat tire repair by bringing professional, fast service directly to you. Whether you’re at home, work, or stuck on the road, we provide convenient flat tire repair in Miami, so you can get back on the road quickly.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
There isn’t much that appeals to me about setting out in a fishing vessel every morning, from the cold ocean air to the rattly old diesel engine from decades gone by, it all sounds kind of gross. One Scottish lobster man got tired of the big diesel bill he was racking up every month eating into his profits, so he set… Read more.
RepairSmith
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Whether you’re driving through downtown or heading out to the suburbs, getting a flat tire in Austin can quickly ruin your day. Fortunately for Austin area drivers, AutoNation Mobile Service is here to make flat tire repair simple and stress-free by coming directly to you. Whether you’re at home, at the office, or stuck on the road, we offer prompt, professional flat tire repair in Austin.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Typically, if you crash your SUV into the back of a patrol car , you’re going to be in for a bad time. And not just because it’s going to inevitably force you to interact with cops. So imagine Clay County, Minnesota resident Sam Dutcher’s surprise when the cops told him to intentionally drive into the back of a… Read more.
Automotive Fleet
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The auction executive lead his company to become an industry-leading digital platform selling millions of vehicles each year.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
People are apparently very stupid, and that is why Uber and Lyft drivers are using Tesla’s shoddy-at-best Full Self-Driving program to complete rides, creating – in essence – makeshift robotaxis. This all came to a head when a Tesla being used as an Uber with FSD engaged crashed into an SUV at an intersection in Las… Read more.
Eastwood
OCTOBER 4, 2024
For years, Eastwood has offered a 48-inch Electro-Brake sheet metal bender. Its powerful electromagnetic clamping jaw is a convenient way to lock work in place and make fine adjustments before bending. However, its four-foot length and 240-volt power requirement could be a bit demanding for home garages. The new 24-inch Electro-Brake makes the convenience of an electric sheet metal brake more accessible.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
I don’t know if you’ve heard, but Southern California traffic is really bad and it seems to get worse every year. A private jet company is trying to alleviate the frustration of that traffic, as long as your destination is Palm Springs and you have plenty of money to burn. Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The United States port strike began Oct. 1 at 14 ports spanning the East and Gulf Coasts. The strike of 45,000 dockworkers caused significant disruptions to supply chains, with estimates suggesting that for every day the strike continues, it will take five to seven days to recover from the associated delays. A J.P. Morgan analysis projected that a strike could cost the U.S. economy $5 billion daily, the Auto Care Association says.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Chevrolet's entry level EV offers great range and performance at an affordable price.
Tire Review Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2024
In this video, Andrew Markel explains the importance of dual oxygen sensors in catalytic converters and their role in monitoring exhaust efficiency. Learn how these sensors adjust fuel trims, store oxygen in catalyst beds, and ensure peak performance of the converter. Discover why faulty sensors can affect exhaust reduction and what to check during vehicle maintenance.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Tesla boss Elon Musk is no stranger to litigation, having fought off legal challenges against his massive salary , claims of a conflict of interest between his companies and even accusations of insider trading. Now, he’s celebrating winning a legal battle over his lofty claims about Tesla’s self-driving abilities, but… Read more.
AutoSuccess
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Providing the service needed for repeats and referrals In most cases, the most difficult part of a sale is to reach an agreement with a new client. That customer might come into the dealership ready for battle, remembering the poor service they received or the horror stories they’ve heard with a different dealership. On the sales side, the associate is trying to determine what the customer wants, needs and desires — even when some customers don’t completely understand what they want, need and de
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
One of the most consistent complaints about the auto industry is that modern cars are too expensive. Manufacturers are gradually shifting away from truly mass-market vehicles to upsell customers on higher-priced models. As it stands, there are no new cars that start with a retail price under $20,000. Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2024
If you’re a K&M Tire Mr. Tire / Big 3 Tire program dealer looking to enhance your earnings, you’re in luck! K&M’s Yokohama Boost Program, a rewards program exclusive to K&M Tire Mr. Tire / Big 3 program dealers, is meticulously crafted to help empower dealers to amplify the value of each Yokohama tire sale – without any extra effort on behalf of the dealer.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Supposedly, the years go by faster as you age, but the last eight years have done nothing but disprove that notion. It hasn’t even been a full decade since 2016, and yet, it feels like an entire lifetime ago. Heck, back then, Dodge even still sold the Dart. So imagine our surprise when we saw Motor1 noticed Dodge… Read more.
Motor Verso
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Achieving the smoothest ride quality in any vehicle, whether a daily driver or an off-road machine, is often a priority… Read more » The post What Pickup Truck Upgrades Should You Be Looking at For Ultimate Ride Quality? appeared first on Motor Verso.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Wrenching on one’s own car is intimidating for the inexperienced, so it’s often easier for folks to pay more money for a new car that has a warranty than to buy a cheap used car that will need some work. A Canadian TV show called “Roulez au Suivant,” or “Move on to the Next,” tackles the hard part of refurbishing a… Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2024
If you’re a K&M Tire Mr. Tire / Big 3 Tire program dealer looking to enhance your earnings, you’re in luck! K&M’s Yokohama Boost Program, a rewards program exclusive to K&M Tire Mr. Tire / Big 3 program dealers, is meticulously crafted to help empower dealers to amplify the value of each Yokohama tire sale – without any extra effort on behalf of the dealer.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The U.S. military has spent so much money developing stuff over the years. It had super-secret spy planes , tried to train dolphins for underwater warfare and even had the smart idea of developing flying aircraft carriers. However, one if its best ideas might be this ridiculous snow train that was designed to conquer… Read more.
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