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Analysis: How business intelligence tools are transforming automotive service

Auto Service World

Canadian automotive professionals must leverage data-driven solutions to promote innovation and customer satisfaction. Business intelligence (BI) solutions can help operations improve operations and enhance performance by providing valuable insights. These tools vary based on application and desired benefit. Here is how BI tools are impacting the industry and what automotive service professionals should consider.

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How Vehicle Data Recorders Are Shaping Diagnostics for Auto Mechanic Training Graduates

Automotive Training Centre

Modern vehicles aren’t just machines; they’re data hubs on wheels. With the rise of sophisticated vehicle data recorders (VDRs), today’s auto mechanics need more than just a wrench and a good ear; they need a firm grasp of technology. For graduates of auto mechanic training , especially those studying at an industry-forward institution like ATC Toronto, understanding these tools is not optional; it’s essential.

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Installing chargers deterring Canadian EV buyers

Auto Service World

The cost of installing an electric vehicle charger is keeping many Canadians from purchasing EVs, especially as government grants for installation came to an end. According to new data from Homestars.com, 55 per cent of Canadian residents believe the government needs to offer more grants and subsidies towards the cost of charger installation. Support for these grants varies by age group, with 60 per cent of 18-34 year olds and 62 per cent of 35-54 year olds in favour, compared to only 46 per cen

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Opening an ADAS Calibration Business

Tomorrow's Technician

A given in the repair industry is that the world of vehicle electronics keeps changing. With change, new challenges reveal themselves in the automotive repair industry every day that reshape how we look at vehicles and repair them. This is not only apparent in the collision and auto glass industries but also mechanical and trucking/transportation. New electronics are being added to vehicles with every new model year.

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‘Noticeable slowdown’ in ZEV sales in Canada

Auto Service World

Canada’s electric vehicle momentum slowed sharply in the first quarter of 2025, with zero-emission vehicles making up just 9.7 per cent of new light-duty registrations — a significant drop from both the previous quarter and the same period last year. According to S&P Global Mobility’s latest Canadian Automotive Insights report, Q1 2025 saw nearly 400,000 new light-duty vehicle registrations across all fuel types.

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Wire Sizing Basics for Automotive Projects

Tomorrow's Technician

Your customer comes in and says they are about to tackle a new wiring project. Where do you start to help them? The most logical place to start is with what they are trying to add to the system. Identify this and the required draw it will place on the system to guide them in the right direction. You also need to consider the length of the run required.

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Hunter Releases WinAlign Vehicle Information Database Update

Brake & Front End

Hunter Engineering has released the latest update coverage for its alignment, ADAS and inspection equipment. The new WinAlign update launched on May 21 and the company says it will be the final update of 2025. It includes brand-new records as well as updated existing records to reflect OEM changes to current vehicles. WinAlign Update Includes 2025 Toyota and Ram Models Hunter added 708 new records in this release.

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Tesla In 'Self-Drive Mode' Hit By Train After Turning Onto Train Tracks

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Mitchell 1 Boosts ‘Job View’ in Manager SE

Tomorrow's Technician

Mitchell 1 has introduced major enhancements to its Job View feature in the latest release of its Manager SE 9.2 shop management software, adding powerful new tools that give service advisors greater flexibility and control when managing revisions. With the enhanced Revisions feature, shops can now create unlimited Sub-Estimates for a customer’s vehicle, covering items such as deferred maintenance, recommended services and previously identified repairs.

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1,250-HP Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Hybrid Runs The Quarter-Mile In Under 9 Seconds

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Attention: Your Service Department Is Leaking!

AutoSuccess

Service Revenue Is Going Down the Drain Imagine your service department as a leaky faucet. At first, it’s just a few drops, barely noticeable. But over time, those drops add up to gallons of wasted water or, in this case, thousands of dollars in lost revenue. Service revenue should be a major profit center for dealerships. Yet many dealerships unknowingly miss these opportunities due to outdated inspection processes, poor customer communication and a lack of follow-up on declined services.

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COMMENTARY: Lead conversion in automotive retailing & the power of data analytics and attribution

Auto Remarketing

“Cost of acquisition” should not just be a popular discussion point on Shark Tank. It should be top of mind for dealer principals in the automotive retail sector, where the challenge is not simply how to generate leads but equally important having complete visibility and insight into where the leads came from. How to convert them, that’s a different challenge, altogether.

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Privacy4Cars Patents AI Vehicle Privacy Rating System

AutoSuccess

Privacy4Cars announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office awarded it a patent for its new vehicle privacy rating system. The system generates dynamically variable multi-dimensional vehicle privacy rating scores using AI-based methods. This marks the first AI method on record to score privacy in vehicles. It also represents Privacy4Cars’ 10th awarded patent.

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Bill Schankel on NAFA’s Role in Shaping Fleet & Regulatory Policy

Automotive Fleet

NAFA CEO Bill Schankel explains how the association is boosting fleet influence in regulatory decisions while expanding tools to train and connect fleet professionals.

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ID Privacy AI Launches Voice AI for Dealerships with BDC Pro

AutoSuccess

ID Privacy AI launches BDC Pro, a real-time, privacy-first voice AI for dealerships that works 24/7. The agent greets every call, text and email, fields on-the-spot questions and books appointments in under three minutes. Built on ID Privacy AI’s multi-agent platform, BDC Pro acts as a full-time AI teammate for dealerships. The agent securely integrates with over 500 systems, including VinSolutions, DealerSocket, vAuto, DealerFX and Xtime.

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Honda, Please, Give Us The Super EV Concept

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Understanding the Cost of Collision Repair

Miracle Body and Paint

Collision repair costs can be a significant concern after an accident.

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Ferrari Delays Its Second EV Because Not Enough People Want One

Jalopnik

In this morning's edition: Ferrari hits the brakes on building a second electric supercar, Europeans are losing interest in EVs faster than Americans.

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Thirty-Five PRT Products Unveiled for the North American Market

Tire Review Magazine

PRT extended its portfolio of Complete Strut Assemblies, Shock Absorbers, and Air Springs in the North American Aftermarket. The launch of these 35 new PRT products cover van applications like the Ford Transit 350, along with several automotive models. Manufacturer Comment on new PRT Products “We are committed to both the OE and aftermarket sectors, driving innovation through targeted R&D initiatives.

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Do Nitrogen Filled Tires Actually Make That Much Of A Difference? Here's What Owners Say

Jalopnik

Vehicle owners do have the option of having their tires filled with nitrogen, but does it make that much of a difference? Here's what owners have to say.

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Samsara Announces 2025 Connected Operations Award Winners

Automotive Fleet

Samsara's Connected Operations Awards honor organizations using digital transformation to drive improvements in safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

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What's Your Favorite Car From The 1970s?

Jalopnik

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Popular Audi Q3 Returns With Familiar Looks and E-hybrid Option

Motor Verso

Audi has been one of the biggest beneficiaries of the SUV craze of the last 15 years or so. Q3s… Read more » The post Popular Audi Q3 Returns With Familiar Looks and E-hybrid Option appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Who Owns Polestar Now, And Are All The Cars Made In Sweden?

Jalopnik

Polestar is a global brand with plants all over the world — but none in its home country.

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All Star Collision in Glendale Delivers Trusted Auto Body Repair

Repair Shop Websites

Welcome All Star Collision to the RSW Family We’re excited to welcome All Star Collision of Glendale, California, to the Repair Shop Websites network! Known for their exceptional craftsmanship and outstanding customer service, All Star Collision is a trusted name in collision and body repair services in the heart of Glendale. Their commitment to restoring vehicles with precision and care makes them a go-to choice for drivers seeking quality and dependability.

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Regenerative Braking Could Make Your Kid Fail Their Driving Test

Jalopnik

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Fleetworthy Acquires AI-powered Technology Called Haul

Automotive Fleet

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Ever Wonder Why Your Tires Wear Out Faster On One Side? Here's Why

Jalopnik

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PitPro Unveils Fully Automated Tire Changing System for Fleet Vehicles

Automotive Fleet

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At $12,000, Would You Be Ready To Bug Out In This 1987 Dodge B350 Camper Van?

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20th annual American-Made Index coincides with tariff implications

Auto Remarketing

The 20th annual American-Made Index (AMI) generated by Cars.com took even more significance amid the maelstrom the automotive industry faced this spring from the Trump administration’s tariff negotiations and policy enactments. Coupled with inflationary pressures, analysts highlighted this year’s index reflects growing consumer urgency to understand one thing: Where is this car made?

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These Are The First Cars You'll Buy When You Win The Lottery

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For Its Third Generation The 2026 Nissan Leaf Is Finally Ready For The Real World

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Can Synthetic Oil Really Improve Fuel Economy?

Jalopnik

Synthetic oil is a go-to choice for many vehicle owners, but does it improve fuel economy? If better mpg is your goal, here's what you need to know.

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Driving A Ford V8-Swapped Safari MGB Will Have You Thinking Outside The Pavement

Jalopnik

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The Best Deals On SUVs Right Now, According To Consumer Reports

Jalopnik

Our friends at Consumer Reports sorted through all the available incentives and put together a list of the SUVs that currently offer the biggest discounts.

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Elderly Man Somehow Gets Mercedes A-Class Stuck Driving Down Rome's Spanish Steps

Jalopnik

Maybe this 80-year-old man is just a big fan of "Fast X" and "Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning.

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