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Liqui Moly releases dual-clutch transmission oil

Auto Service World

With two-thirds of vehicles equipped with automatic transmission or automated manual transmission, Liqui Moly has developed the Dual Clutch Gear Oil 8100. The product’s range is being expanded and can be used in almost all wet dual-clutch transmissions. “The goal … The post Liqui Moly releases dual-clutch transmission oil appeared first on Auto Service World.

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AAA study says the average annual cost of vehicle ownership is $12,182

Autoblog: Repairs

Filed under: Car Buying , Green Driving , Auto Repair , Gas Prices , Insurance , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading AAA study says the average annual cost of vehicle ownership is $12,182 AAA study says the average annual cost of vehicle ownership is $12,182 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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ZF adds new parts, TRW brake pads and X-Tend lift options

Auto Service World

ZF Aftermarket added 74 new products to its branded portfolios in August 2023 for Canada and the U.S. The company introduced 22 different part numbers for TRW brake pad sets, adding availability to more than 9.7 million more vehicles in … The post ZF adds new parts, TRW brake pads and X-Tend lift options appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Why America Has a Long-Term Labor Crisis

AutoShopOwner

Article date: Sept. 25, 2023 5:30 am ET This is a Wall Street Journal article that you can either read, or click on the "Listen to Article" near the top of the article. It takes 6 minutes. The authors of the article are suggesting the labor shortage is not a short-term issue; it's long-term. Reading/listening to the article will give you the "big picture" view of the problem.

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New steel jacks from OTC

Auto Service World

OTC has released the S012, 12-Ton Steel Jack Stands which come with increased strength and safety in vehicle holding. The stands are universal for most vehicles and ideal for mid-size, heavy-duty vehicles. The S012 stands are formed and welded with … The post New steel jacks from OTC appeared first on Auto Service World.

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BMW Daytime Running Lights Are Dim

Brake & Front End

Models 2017-current BMW X3 (G01) 2018-current BMW X4 (G02) 2019-current BMW X5 (G05) 2020-current BMW X6 (G06) 2019-current BMW X7 (G07) 2019-current BMW 7-Series (G12) 2017-current BMW 5-Series (G30) 2018-2023 BMW M5 (F90) Condition One or more of the LED daytime running lights is dim or discolored. Cause The connection between the LED module and light tube inside the headlight is damaged.

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Vote for the 2023 Fleet Vehicle of the Year Awards!

Automotive Fleet

Just three weeks left to vote! The 2023 Car, Truck, SUV, and Van of the Year awards celebrate excellence in the automotive industry, and your vote will help determine the winners.

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Last Call to Nominate a Veteran to Honor

AutoSuccess

Nominate HERE! Do you know a U.S. veteran who now works in the automotive industry? Is that vet making the automotive industry a better place? Then please nominate him or her for our Veterans & Vehicles program. It only takes a few minutes to fill out the form. Here’s more info on the program: AutoSuccess is looking for U.S. military veterans working in the automotive industry who are driving results.

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10 Tips For Servicing Hydroboost Brake Units

Brake & Front End

One of the most misunderstood brake systems is hydroboost. This system uses the pressure of the power steering pump to power the brake booster. The booster is essentially a power steering unit that supplements the driver’s input. When hydroboost was first introduced in the 1970s, the government was rolling out new safety and fuel efficiency mandates, so new technology was created to solve a few issues.

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Turning a Negative Into a Positive (Don’t miss the opportunity)

AutoInc.

I was recently contacted by the CT. Better Business Bureau. They do monthly BBB ‘Trust Talks’ to build awareness around different industries and guide consumers. Yes, there are bad apples in every industry that we need to be made aware of, but I see most auto shop owners as caring and giving people. The questions I received before the interview were mostly negative.

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Vehicle Damage Detection Getting Smarter with AI

Automotive Fleet

The fast-moving merger of digital and smart technologies is leading to more accurate vehicle inspections, thereby reducing liability, disputes, and losses for remarketing and rental car businesses.

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Ignition System Do’s and Don’ts

AutoSuccess

One of the most basic circuits found on every gasoline-powered vehicle is the ignition coil. This transformer takes low-voltage, high-amperage current and changes it into high-voltage current. It has two windings that are not physically connected. What connects them is magnetism. The primary creates an electromagnetic field when system voltage is applied.

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The Rewards of Membership – Why Car Clubs Still Matter

Eastwood

Since the dawn of the motoring age more than a century ago, automotive enthusiasts have formed clubs to bond over their shared interests. The earliest clubs, like the Automobile Club de France formed in 1895, were established primarily as support networks for owners of those first crude and notoriously unreliable horseless carriages. These clubs evolved to include roadside support and emergency services, as well as advocacy for motorists in general as many early traffic laws were written to rest

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97-year-old New Zealander Leslie Harris becomes Guinness record holder

Autoblog: Car News

Filed under: Motorsports , Weird Car News , Motorcycle Continue reading 97-year-old New Zealander Leslie Harris becomes Guinness record holder 97-year-old New Zealander Leslie Harris becomes Guinness record holder originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Sep 2023 10:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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