Auto Service World
MAY 29, 2025
As incentives tail off but growth remains, heres how automakers plan to find success with consumers in the ZEV market and the role of PHEVs in the reconfigured environment The zero emission vehicle market has cooled down but that doesnt mean there wont be growth in the market. It just may not be as rapid as what was seen in recent times, especially to close out 2024.
Automotive Training Centre
MAY 28, 2025
Once upon a time, diagnosing an auto mechanic problem often meant listening to the engine, lifting the hood, and testing a few isolated parts. But todays vehicles are more interconnected than ever before. Mechanical components dont just work on their own, they interact with sensors, control units, and digital systems in real time. This shift toward multi-system integration has changed the game for modern auto mechanics.
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Brake & Front End
MAY 28, 2025
Brake h oses are the most government-regulated components on a vehicle. Anyone making brake assemblies must be registered with the Department of Transportation (DOT). All aftermarket hose, fittings and complete hoses must conform to FMVSS 106 and SAE J1401. These tests are demanding and often exceed what a vehicle will see in the real world. The DOT standard, in a nutshell, says brake hoses must be flexible in a wide range of temperatures while having a predictable expansion rate so the pedal fe
Shop Marketing Pros
MAY 28, 2025
EPISODE: 154 Planning Your Marketing Like a Pro Want a real marketing plan that doesnt live in your head or on a bunch of sticky notes? In this episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Kim Walker is joined by Caroline Legrand and Savannah Garrett to talk all things Plan With the Pros Shop Marketing Pros hands-on, no-fluff marketing workshop designed to help shop owners create a full-year strategy theyll use.
Auto Service World
MAY 29, 2025
The automotive industry is in a state of rapid evolution but training programs are unable to keep pace. In the latest episode of Auto Service World Conversations , J.F. Champagne, president and CEO of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada, highlighted the growing complexity of vehicle technology and the urgent need for standardized training. “The biggest challenge… is that the vehicle changes so fast the techniques, propulsion, the tools,” Champagne explained.
Automotive Training Centre
MAY 28, 2025
As electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular in Canada, the conversation is shifting from how theyre powered to how their most important components, the batteries, are maintained, repurposed, and recycled. At the centre of this conversation? Automotive school graduates who understand how to manage these systems safely and responsibly. With EV battery production and waste rising across the country, mechanics trained at schools like ATC Montreal are stepping into a crucial role.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2025
There is little doubt in the minds of riders all across the world that the Road Glide is one of the most impressive bikes on the market. Imagined as a machine meant to take riders on long trips, it feels like a perfect fit for the short description its maker bestowed on it: a tour de force. Even in this state, though, the bike seems not to be enough for some people, and that's why it often gets modified in the craziest of ways in sho. ( continue reading.
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Auto Service World
MAY 28, 2025
The automotive industry is moving towards a more sustainable future, with the integration of recycled materials into manufacturing processes emerging as a key strategy, according to a report. Environmental consciousness is becoming a fundamental mandate, said GlobalData, a data and analytics company, and the industry’s commitment to sustainability is poised to significantly reshape market dynamics.
Automotive Training Centre
MAY 29, 2025
When most people think about vehicle repairs, they picture oil changes, brake replacements, or engine diagnostics. But as cars evolve, so do the systems that impact how they perform. One area thats becoming more important, from technician to auto mechanic training, is aerodynamics. While the concept of aerodynamics might seem more relevant to engineers or race car designers, its something every professional technician needs to understand.
autoevolution
MAY 28, 2025
The Cougar sold so well in 1968 that Mercury had no option but to expand production, with a new assembly line set up in San Jose specifically to help the parent company align production with demand. Mercury ended this model year with over 113K Cougars rolling off the assembly lines, despite some models, such as the GT-E, being quite expensive. ( continue reading.
CATI
MAY 29, 2025
Hydraulic systems are behind some of the most essential functions in automotive repair, whether lifting a vehicle in the shop or bringing a car to a stop on the highway. These powerful systems quietly do the heavy lifting, and todays automotive training graduates must know how to work with them safely and skillfully. Thats why hydraulic training is a key part of becoming a professional technician.
Auto Service World
MAY 27, 2025
As preferences and trends change around electric vehicles, the latest issue of EV World speaks to some of the biggest automakers to find out how theyre navigating the path forward. At the Canadian International AutoShow, EV World got to speak with four automaker executives Ford, Volvo, Stellantis and Kia about their views on the market and how theyre adjusting to consumer demands as incentives fall and preferences adapt.
Brake & Front End
MAY 29, 2025
Strut performance plays a critical role in vehicle handling, ride comfort, and even tire wear. This video covers why replacing struts in pairs is important, especially on modern vehicles where ride height can affect alignment and safety. It also explores the benefits of using preassembled loaded struts, which eliminate the need to reuse worn components.
autoevolution
MAY 28, 2025
Initially a slow seller, the Dodge Charger became a big hit when the second-generation model hit showrooms in 1968. The nameplate sold nearly 100,000 units that year and exceeded the six-figure mark in 1969. In 1970, when muscle car sales dropped dramatically, the Charger still managed to move almost 47,000 examples. ( continue reading.
Auto Remarketing
MAY 28, 2025
When it comes to value, the gold standard is gold. Unless its the color of your car. The latest study from iSeeCars looks at the effect color has on a vehicles resale value, and gold cars are at the bottom of the list. The analysis of 1.2 million 3-year-old vehicles showed the average gold car loses 34.4% of its value a $16,679 drop from the manufacturer’s suggested retail price over three years, the largest decline among the 12 colors studied.
Auto Service World
MAY 28, 2025
Canadians’ views on car ownership are evolving from it being a symbol of freedom to becoming a financial burden. The fourth annual Car Ownership Index from car-sharing platform Turo found that, despite 70 per cent of Canadians saying their monthly car costs are higher than they’d like, 78 per cent of Canadians say it would be impossible for them not to have a car.
AutoInc.
MAY 28, 2025
North Dakota has decided to buck a trend in the way states approach automotive insurance issues. Most states discourage auto insurance companies from directing their policyholders to certain auto body shops. In other words, they cannot prevent their policyholders from bringing their vehicles to certain collision shops for estimates and repairs. In recent decades, states that have made changes to laws, concerning an insurer’s right to select the repair facility, have typically adjusted thei
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2025
It's been 71 years since Nash Motors merged with Hudson to form American Motors Corporation (AMC) and 68 years since the final Nash rolled off the assembly line. Unsurprisingly, the brand is pretty much forgotten nowadays. Fortunately, some of the automaker's outstanding creations are still around. N. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 28, 2025
Tire pressure monitoring systems ( TPMS ) are standard on modern vehicles, but many technicians still miss key opportunities to streamline service and prevent future comebacks when it comes to TPMS sensor replacement. Here are a few quick tips to stay ahead. TPMS Sensor Replacement When Replacing Tires When it comes to TPMS sensor replacement, if one sensor shows a low battery, chances are the others are close behind.
Auto Service World
MAY 29, 2025
Consumers have changed their buying habits after price increases over the past year amid growing economic concerns, a new report has found. The EY Future Consumer Index (FCI), a global study surveying 20,000 consumers across 26 countries, found that while private label products are increasingly recognized as money savers, 55 per cent of those who try private label switch back to brands, nearly half (48 per cent) of them for better quality, taste or performance.
Brake & Front End
MAY 24, 2025
Kevin Linger of Babcox Media discusses how shops can take advantage of the huge ADAS opportunities through the logical service pairing of alignment and calibrations, widening an existing revenue stream while meeting customer safety needs at the same time. Not that long ago, ADAS calibrations were the wave of the future. That wave will still get bigger, but the future is arriving now.
autoevolution
MAY 27, 2025
Alongside the SUV, the muscle car, and the pickup truck, America is credited with introducing the station wagon onto the stage of mass-production motoring. Following the war, the body style became increasingly popular, as the big, humble haulers could easily accommodate a large family, their luggage, groceries, tools, and a dog—sometimes all at once.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 28, 2025
Tire pressure monitoring systems ( TPMS ) are standard on modern vehicles, but many technicians still miss key opportunities to streamline service and prevent future comebacks when it comes to TPMS sensor replacement. Here are a few quick tips to stay ahead. TPMS Sensor Replacement When Replacing Tires When it comes to TPMS sensor replacement, if one sensor shows a low battery, chances are the others are close behind.
Auto Service World
MAY 27, 2025
The 2025 Fix Network Global Conference wrapped up in Mexico recently. The multi-day event brought together franchisees, industry leaders and experts from around the world for keynote sessions, discussions and networking. Held under the theme of Mission: Possible , the conference brought together franchisees from Fix Auto, Novus Glass, ProColor Collision and Speedy Auto Service.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 24, 2025
Three fleets share best practices to prep vehicles for winter and prevent downtime when the cold sets in.
autoevolution
MAY 25, 2025
To save this 1950 Studebaker Champion that sits before us would be like saving someone from falling off the side of a cliff or large building at the last possible moment. It's spent the last several decades rusting away in this field, with nothing to keep it company other than a drab gray brick wall most of that time. But what's even more upsetting is if presented with a photo of this forgotten American classic, most under the age of 60 wouldn't be able to identify. ( continue rea
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2025
Tesla didn't fail to detect the mannequin, the system actually detected the child-size stand-in as a pedestrian but didn't bother to stop or even slow down.
AutoVitals
MAY 28, 2025
As vehicle technology evolves and consumer expectations shift, shop owners need a clear view of whats next and the confidence to meet it head-on. With 2025 already well underway, now is the time to assess how your shop is keeping pace. Lets explore the top auto repair trends shaping 2025 and what they mean for forward-thinking top shops.
Auto Remarketing
MAY 28, 2025
Perhaps you could make an argument that the used-car market is almost as healthy as it can be for both auctions and dealerships based on two trends highlighted by Black Book in its latest installment of Market Insights. On the wholesale side, Black Book said last weeks auction conversion rate came in at 60%, which has been at that level or higher each week but one since the middle of February.
autoevolution
MAY 28, 2025
For a few years now, I've been covering the work of a particular cycling brand and manufacturer dubbed Urwahn. They broke the cycling mold when they entered the industry with 3D-printed bicycle frames, unlike 99% of what the market had seen. Urwahn frames are different than most that we've ever seen in that they're built without a seat tube, in the process, suspending the rider upon a network of 3D-printed tubes that end up. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 30, 2025
Three new hydrogen racing prototypes will make their public debut during this year's 24 Hours of Le Mans and take part in on-track demonstration runs.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 27, 2025
Once merely fitted to sedans, todays grand touring tires suit sedans, CUVs, and SUVs. They offer performance, comfort, and durability. Often chosen for all-season capability, quiet ride, extensive tread life, and handling at highway speeds, the segment continues growing steadily. Tire manufacturers adapt products to consumer preferences. Tire dealers who understand grand touring tires will succeed in earning replacement tire business in this category.
AutoSuccess
MAY 28, 2025
In this episode of Dealer Insider, guest host Kyle Alexander chats with Dean Stoneley, CEO of FordDirect. He explained how automotive customer experience AI transforms the automotive retail landscape. Stoneley identifies 2025 as a breakthrough year for AI adoption in the dealer space. Dealers now show strong interest in using AI to boost efficiency and improve customer engagement.
autoevolution
MAY 26, 2025
Desperate times call for desperate measures. Nissan is considering selling its headquarters in downtown Yokohama, Japan. It is the glass and steel building that towers above the gulf. The structure was made while Carlos Ghosn was the head of the Alliance. Nissan Motor Company might se. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 30, 2025
Now, I'm not saying the sheriff's department did its math wrong, but I'm also not going to pretend that isn't an absolutely unfathomable amount of bees.
RepairSmith
MAY 26, 2025
The strut mount connects the suspension system to your cars body and quietly absorbs the daily abuse from potholes, bumps, and rough roads. When the strut mount fails , youll notice a rougher ride, poor handling, and faster wear on suspension parts. In short your vehicles stability takes a hit. In such cases, you should head to the nearest repair shop ASAP.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 29, 2025
Monro has released its fiscal 2025 earnings, reporting a net loss and plans to close underperforming stores. The company evaluated its store portfolio and identified 145 locations for closure, targeting completion during the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Fourth Quarter Results and Monro Fiscal 2025 Earnings Breakdown Monro reported a 4.9% sales decline for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, dropping to $295 million from $310.1 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024.
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