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Why you should offer cheap, even free, oil changes

Auto Service World

An easy way to draw new customers into your shop is to offer cheap oil changes, according to a shop coach. At last year’s Midwest Auto Care Alliances Vision Hi-Tech Training & Expo, Shop Fix Academy coach and shop owner Jay Huh acknowledged that offering such deals isnt popular but its an easy draw. Thats the best way to get new customers, he said during the session How to Run your Shop Stress-Free.

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Beating the Tech Shortage Through Mentoring

Brake & Front End

How understanding the 80/20 Rule and creative mentoring can make the shortage less threatening. Boomers will soon have left the workforce. There are not enough career-technical education schools, instructors or students available to meet demand. Unemployment is a super low 3.4%, which means most unemployed are not capable or interested in work. This isnt just happening to you the worker shortage is a worldwide phenomenon.

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5 Exciting 2025 Industry Trends to Watch After Dispatch Training

Automotive Training Centre

As the logistics and transportation industry evolves, 2025 promises exciting changes for dispatch professionals. If youve completed or are considering dispatch training , staying ahead of emerging trends will prepare you for a dynamic and rewarding career. From advanced technologies to shifting industry practices, here are five trends to watch in the year ahead. 1.

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Removing Interior Odors

Tomorrow's Technician

What is that smell? For customers who need to get rid of an unpleasant vehicle odor, a better question is: where is the smell coming from? Identifying the source of the stench will help you recommend the right product to eliminate the ungodly scent. In some cases, the source is obvious. It could be a dirty container of takeout food or something a pet left behind.

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Most unreliable EVs for winter driving

Auto Service World

A new study has identified the most unreliable electric vehicles EVs for winter driving, with the Nissan Leaf topping the list. The study from Vaziri Law Group Personal Injury Attorneys identified the most unreliable EVs for winter driving by evaluating key metrics that affect performance, safety and convenience in cold conditions. Data was collected for each EV model across four main metrics: Verified winter range loss (as a percentage), which measures the percentage reduction in driving range

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Simplifying AWD Systems

Brake & Front End

No matter the manufacturer, there is almost always an all-wheel drive (AWD) option for most platforms. Most of these systems are designed to be transparent to the driver. Many AWD systems came onto the market in the 1990s. Unlike 4×4 truck systems of the day, these systems were always engaged and could not be disengaged by the driver. Many of the early systems used mechanical ways to manage the distribution of power to the four wheels.

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How Instructors at Our Auto Mechanic School Leverage Their Rich Industry Knowledge

Automotive Training Centre

At ATC Cambridge, our auto mechanic school ‘s foundation lies in our instructors’ expertise and passion. These industry professionals bring years of hands-on experience into the classroom, ensuring students graduate with practical knowledge, confidence, and the ability to excel in real-world scenarios. Recently, we had the privilege of speaking with Vince Legault, an experienced instructor at ATC.

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From the Magazine: Acquisition or fresh start?

Auto Service World

In the final of this three-part series, its time to figure out which route to expansion is best for you OK, youre profitable and your shop is running without you, like a well-oiled machine congratulations, that in itself is a huge feat! Now, its time to make a big decision: Buy an existing business or get a building and start fresh. Both options have pros and cons, it just depends on your time and finances.

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Manual Transmission Failure Causes

Brake & Front End

The most common reasons behind why a manual transmission fails are lack of lubrication, incorrect lubrication and improper or no clutch release. COMPLEXITY OF LUBRICATION Lubrication should be simple, but in the modern world NOTHING is simple. There was a time when virtually all stick transmissions ran on 90w gear oil. The synchronizer rings were brass or bronze, the cars and trucks shifted around 3,000 rpm and we had 3- and 4-speed transmissions.

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New Brand Alert! Introduction to Firefly For Students in Automotive School

Automotive Training Centre

The electric vehicle (EV) industry expects a new entrant as Nio, a leading name in premium EVs, unveils its latest sub-brand, Firefly. This compact, boutique car brand is set to redefine smart EVs with its debut model, Firefly. As an automotive school student, keeping up with these developments can inspire you to explore the evolving landscape of automotive technology.

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Repairing Electrical Connections

Tomorrow's Technician

When repairing electrical connections, or doing any type of electrical work, you have two options to join wires together or connect them to a terminal. You can solder them, or you can use crimp connectors. Soldering produces a chemical bond. Crimping produces a mechanical bond from the force of compression. Many prefer soldering, as the repair is smaller in size, and often argued as more permanent due to the chemical nature of the bond.

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Here’s how Canadians are approaching car buying

Auto Service World

Despite ongoing economic challenges, Canadians are demonstrating resilience in their vehicle purchasing habits, according to new research from AutoTrader. The study, conducted in August 2024, found that vehicle purchase intent has remained stable compared to the previous year, with 27 per cent of Canadians planning to buy a vehicle in the next six months.

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Maximize Your Tax Deductions With These Common Write-Offs

AutoShopOwner

Welcome to 2025! As a new year begins, its time to start thinking about taxes. For auto repair shop owners, understanding potential tax deductions is crucial for maximizing profitability. This blog post will explore some common tax write-offs available to your business. It will help you keep more of your hard-earned money so you can achieve success!

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Your Guide to a Hassle-Free Fleet Audit

Automotive Fleet

Master your next fleet audit with our ultimate checklist, tips, and tools to boost efficiency, cut costs, and improve safety.

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Weatherstrip Care and Repair

Tomorrow's Technician

Have you ever been driving and all of a sudden there is an annoying wind leak that was never there before? How about a drip during a rainstorm that just started? Nine out of 10 times these are caused by an aging or misaligned weatherstrip. If your customer is complaining of any of these issues, you need to break the symptoms down into a couple of categories.

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Vehicle inventory swings back, maybe too far

Auto Service World

After years of shortages, dealership lots are now overflowing with vehicles, marking a significant shift in the automotive market as supply catches up with demand. New vehicle inventory is back, explained Todd Campau, associate director of the aftermarket at S&P Global Mobility, during his AAPEX 2024 presentation, Trends Impacting the Aftermarket.

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Nokian Tyres’ New UHP Surpass AS01 Product Delivers a Complete Driving Experience

Tire Review Magazine

Ultra-high-performance tires typically excel at carving through corners and fueling high-powered acceleration. But most drivers of high-performance vehicles need a more complete driving experience than that. Thrill-seekers may enjoy hitting hairpin turns on the weekends, but during the work week theyre battling through commutes or shuttling kids to school.

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Meet the 2024-2025 Automotive Fleet Editorial Advisory Board

Automotive Fleet

Get to know our 2024-2025 Editorial Advisory Board fleet pros sharing real-world insights to tackle challenges and drive success in commercial and vocational fleet management.

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Why is the Windshield Foggy?

Tomorrow's Technician

A fogged-up windshield isnt just a nuisance; its a major safety hazard for drivers and others around them. So, what causes this problem, and what can counter professionals do to help customers do something about it? There is usually a difference in temperature between a cars windshield and the surrounding air. When the windshield is colder than the dew point of the air that surrounds it, the moisture will condense on the glass.

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How poor communication can push employees out

Auto Service World

A growing communication disconnect is threatening employee retention, according to a recent study. The findings from the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism in partnership with Staffbase could be instructive to an industry where attracting and retaining talent are ongoing challenges. The Employee Communication Impact 2024 report reveals that 61 per cent of employees considering leaving their jobs cite poor internal communication as a factor, with 26 per cent naming it a major c

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Sights from the 2025 K&M Tire Conference & Trade Show

Tire Review Magazine

At this year’s annual K&M Tire Conference and Trade Show, the distributor welcomed hundreds of its dealer network members from across the country to its home state in Columbus, Ohio. K&M Tire emphasized that “tomorrow starts today” with its “Shaping the Future” theme. Members had the chance to interact with vendors at the trade show, learn about K&M Tire’s goals and various updates to its dealer program, and discuss industry trends through informat

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We Just Slashed Prices on Thousands of Tires

AutoShopOwner

Champtires has dropped prices on more than 8,000 tires. The markdowns which are mostly between 15 and 20 percent per tire are on top of the companys everyday low prices for high-quality used and take-off tires. BF Goodrich, Bridgestone, Continental, General Tire, Goodyear, Hankook, Michelin, Pirelli and many other brands are included in the price drops.

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Acura High-Pressure Fuel Pump 

Tomorrow's Technician

Chirping From Pump MODELS 2014-18 MDX 2015-19 TLX 2014-18 RLX 2014-16 RLX Hybrid SYMPTOM The high-pressure fuel pump area chirps after the engine is warm. POSSIBLE CAUSES The high-pressure fuel pump is making a chirp. This noise does not impact the pump engine function or reliability. CORRECTIVE ACTION Replace the high-pressure fuel pump. PARTS INFORMATION Fuel Joint Pipe Set, 16012-R9P-315 High-Pressure Fuel Pump, 16790 RLV-305 Intake Manifold Gasket (top), 17112-5G0 A01 Intake Manifold Gaske

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Car Won’t Start? These 3 Hidden Key Problems Might Be the Cause

Auto Service World

Theres nothing more frustrating than getting into your car, turning the key (or pressing the start button), and nothing happens. While many drivers assume a dead battery or mechanical issue is to blame, your car key could actually be the real problem. If your car wont start , you might be dealing with one of these 3 hidden key-related issues. The good news?

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Video: Innovation Award Profile: Autel MaxiFlash Xlink

Vehicle Service Pros

PTEN sits down with Michael Flink, head of diagnostic tool sales at Autel.

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Need clean cars, fast? insta-KLEEN™ keeps ’em movin’!

AutoSuccess

Lets face it for service customers, a dirty car is unacceptable and waiting for a car wash is intolerable. So the insta-KLEEN Car A Minute wash empowers you to deliver a clean car every 60 seconds to ensure you meet even your most pressing wash demands. As a severe-duty drive-thru, the insta-KLEEN is designed to wash cars quickly and built to stand the test of time with a minimum of moving parts.

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Recommending the Best Brake Pads for Your Customer

Tire Review Magazine

As a technician, you know the importance of recommending the best brake pads possible for your customers. Often, this decision really comes down to determining which friction material is the best fit for the customers needs. To do this, lets break down the differences between each of the three brake pad material types. Organic Brake Pads Organic brake pads are composed of materials like carbon, rubber, glass/fiberglass, among others all bound together by resin.

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How an ECU Tune Transforms Your Audi’s Performance

Auto Service World

Audi is a brand synonymous with high performance, luxury, and precision engineering. Whether youre driving a sleek A4, a powerhouse S4, or a high-performance RS model, Audi offers a driving experience that stands out from the crowd. But what if you could take that experience even further? What if you could unlock more power, better throttle response, and a smoother driving experience without needing to overhaul your entire car?

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How to Use the Bead Roller Stencil Die

Eastwood

The die options for bead rolling sheet metal seems daunting, but the stencil die set is one of the most useful. Its universal functionality and ability to make precise patterns makes it a favorite of fabricator Jamey Jordan. In this video, Jamey talks through the various uses for his Signature Series stencil die set from automotive projects to artwork.

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Serpentine Belt: Function – Failure Signs – Easy Replacement

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal The serpentine belt, is probably the most commonly used belt today. The belt snakes its way, through multiple accessories, the crank pulley, an idler pulley or two, and a tensioner. This one long belt runs [.

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Should you be pairing tire and wheel sales together?

Tire Review Magazine

Tires and wheels both are round. Call me Captain Obvious if you want, but the real question is whether your shop should round out a sale by pairing tire and wheel packages. In this video, well explore whether pairing tires and wheels into packages can boost your shop’s sales and customer satisfaction. The Origins of Tire and Wheel Packages Car enthusiasts, not dealers, popularized the idea of tire and wheel packages.

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Navigating France’s Low Emission Zones: Essential Tips for Drivers

Auto Service World

Planning to drive in France? Drivers in France must understand the country’s growing Low Emission Zones (LEZs). The establishment of environmental protection areas in France is revolutionizing driving habits in major cities while major alterations will take effect by 2025. Both residents and visitors need to understand these zones to avoid fines and help reduce air pollution in cities.

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How to Host a Shop Event That Brings in New Business

RepairPal

Learn how to host a shop event that attracts new business. Discover actionable steps, proven strategies, and tips to make your event a success! The post How to Host a Shop Event That Brings in New Business appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.

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PRT HEAVY DUTY Presents Portfolio at HDAW ’25

Tomorrow's Technician

PRT HEAVY DUTY , a brand of ADD GROUP, announced it is exhibiting an extensive portfolio of heavy-duty product applications at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) 25, January 20-23, at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, Grapevine, Texas, in Booth 1723. The brand is showcasing 100% Gas-Charged Shocks covering more than 5,000 OE references for Trucks, Trailers, Buses, Commercial Vehicles and more.

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PRT HEAVY DUTY Presents Portfolio at HDAW ’25

Brake & Front End

PRT HEAVY DUTY , a brand of ADD GROUP, announced it is exhibiting an extensive portfolio of heavy-duty product applications at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) 25, January 20-23, at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, Grapevine, Texas, in Booth 1723. The brand is showcasing 100% Gas-Charged Shocks covering more than 5,000 OE references for Trucks, Trailers, Buses, Commercial Vehicles and more.

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Two-post parking lift from BendPak

Auto Service World

The new BendPak PL-6000DCX builds on the success of the PL-6000DC parking lift with a wider platform that improves access to vehicles parked on the bottom level. The commercial-grade PL-6000DCX can be installed in a typical 8-foot parking space indoors or outside. Each lift can accommodate two vehicles, including cars, SUVs and light trucks. It is designed to be ganged together via shared columns to fit more lifts in less space.

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Exhaust Manifold Leaks: Causes, Failure Signs, Potential Damage

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal So, exhaust manifold leaks, can be dangerous. And, also cause other costly problems. The function of the exhaust manifold, is to collect the exhaust from each cylinder. And, then combine it, into one pipe. It [.

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