Auto Service World
JANUARY 23, 2024
Most shop owners are preparing for the upcoming technological challenges of servicing electric vehicles and those equipped with advanced driver assistance systems — but they certainly expect challenges ahead. Advisory firm Roland Berger partnered with the Midwest Auto Care Alliance … The post Barriers shop owners face in EV, ADAS prep appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
JANUARY 26, 2024
The automotive industry has rapidly transformed in recent years, with high-tech cars becoming the norm. As cars become more sophisticated, the traditional role of an auto mechanic is evolving, presenting new challenges and opportunities. Today, we’ll explore how high-tech cars are changing the auto repair industry and offer guidance on how aspiring mechanics like you can prepare for this shift.
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autoevolution
JANUARY 23, 2024
The 1,300 BYD all-electric supercar, the Yangwang U9 (), gets a close-up review on YouTube, and we’re left with the impression that all that power suddenly doesn’t look so appealing in person. The car made waves last spring when it was introduced at the Shanghai Auto Show, and it will be launched on the Chinese market later this year for an estimated $150,000.
Autoblog: Car News
JANUARY 23, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News Continue reading Amish family's horse and buggy stolen from small-town Michigan Walmart Amish family's horse and buggy stolen from small-town Michigan Walmart originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 23, 2024
High costs of repair are pushing rental giant Hertz to sell off its electric vehicle rental fleet in favour of internal combustion engines for its customers. In all, Hertz plans to sell 20,000 EVS, about a third of its entire … The post Herz unloading EVs for ICE appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
JANUARY 24, 2024
The automobile industry has witnessed several remarkable rollouts since it began its drive to adopt electric powertrains. With electric vehicles (EVs) fast becoming all the rage, the biggest car manufacturers have been in a hot race to key into the electrification roadmap, and several winners have emerged. There has been no short supply of impressive cars sporting the most innovative solutions in electric batteries and powertrain technology.
autoevolution
JANUARY 21, 2024
Here’s something we don’t stumble across every day: a real 1970 badass hemicuda that’s not a 426 anymore. The backstory is mostly obscure, but the owner wants $200,000 for it, although it’s so far off the old block that it’s hardly worthy of its hemispherical nobility title anymore. The Barracuda made a spectacular comeback in 1970, taking the 426 cubic inch (7.0-liter) engine in custody a. ( continue reading.
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Auto Service World
JANUARY 24, 2024
There’s a famous quote by Wayne Gretzky about skating to where the puck is going to be instead of where it is. The aftermarket could heed those words when it comes to selling auto parts. Whether customers are searching high … The post Why you should be selling on every platform appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Fleet
JANUARY 24, 2024
Chris Brown discusses key trends in repair management, including cycle times, parts supply, and the labor market with Richard Jacko and Stuart Braun of Fleet Response.
autoevolution
JANUARY 25, 2024
‘My Bugatti is too crammed, unpractical, and high-octane smelly,’ said no hyper-rich owner ever, but let’s give them the benefit of the doubt and pretend there would be such a case. For the sheer amusement of the imagination, let’s also say that Bugatti would happily indulge the pretentious complainer with an alternative. An all-electric sedan hypercar would be the proper offering of peace.
Autoblog: Car News
JANUARY 20, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News , Volkswagen , Crossover Continue reading VW makes a splash with Rubber Ducky VW makes a splash with Rubber Ducky originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 20 Jan 2024 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 24, 2024
A recent study took a look at Canadian car-buying patterns, evolving preferences, and the resilience of consumers amid economic turbulence. AutoTrader’s Automotive Trends Outlook sheds light on what Canadians are thinking about for their future vehicles and how the industry … The post AutoTrader’s top industry trends appeared first on Auto Service World.
Eastwood
JANUARY 25, 2024
A true barn find is a rarity these days. But not long ago Brant Halterman saw a 1932 Ford 5-window coupe for sale locally and felt like he knew the car. Turns out his father had been friends with the original owner, whose family was selling the car. Only problem was, the car was locked up in a barn. After the deal was done, Halterman set to work extracting the car from where it had sat for perhaps 60 years or more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 22, 2024
People like pickup trucks because they are versatile vehicles. Tradespeople can use them for work, travelers for towing, adventurers for overlanding, and everybody else can turn them into unnecessarily large commuting appliances. It's no wonder that Tesla wanted a piece of the pie. After all, Ford has been championing this sector for nearly half a century.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 25, 2024
Crazy marketing tactics might work, but most likely, they won’t move the needle to really get customers in your shop. In this Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio video, we talk about different forms of advertising that’ll get customers through your door. For starters, it’s hard to be in business in today’s world without some sort of online presence.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 26, 2024
While Canadians are seeing new vehicle transaction prices increase, Americans are seeing things trend in the other direction. In the fall, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reported that Canadians were paying an average transaction price (ATP) of nearly $53,000 at the dealership … The post U.S. new vehicle prices drop appeared first on Auto Service World.
Autoblog: Car News
JANUARY 26, 2024
Filed under: Green , Weird Car News , Tesla , Truck , Electric , Off-Road Vehicles Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck tells its owner that locking differentials are 'coming soon' Tesla Cybertruck tells its owner that locking differentials are 'coming soon' originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
autoevolution
JANUARY 24, 2024
The most common Chevelle body style in 1968 was the 2-door sport coupe, with Chevrolet building over 180K units fitted with a V8 engine (in addition to over 20,500 units with a six-cylinder engine). The SS396 was the runner-up from a production numbers perspective with 55,309 units, while the Malibu 4-door sedan accounted for approximately 40,000 units. 30,772 Malibus. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 25, 2024
Crazy marketing tactics might work, but most likely, they won’t move the needle to really get customers in your shop. In this Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio video, we talk about different forms of advertising that’ll get customers through your door. For starters, it’s hard to be in business in today’s world without some sort of online presence.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 25, 2024
Used vehicle values have trended downward on both sides of the border in recent months. A recent analysis expects pricing to remain high. Canada Black Book’s Used Vehicle Retention Index reported values in November at 150.2, meaning used vehicles aged … The post What will be the story for used vehicles in 2024? appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Fleet
JANUARY 25, 2024
Why automated traffic enforcement is growing in popularity, and how it can keep your fleet drivers safe.
autoevolution
JANUARY 23, 2024
The refreshed Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD impressed in a winter range test in Norway. Despite the extremely cold weather, with temperatures dropping below -20 degrees Celsius (-4 F), the Model 3 covered more than 300 km (186 miles). Unlike some of its competitors, the Model 3 continued to drive after its projected range reached zero during the test.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 25, 2024
Tire companies have been trying to sell us on the concept of dedicated EV tires for a while. From tires that can handle the torque loads to ones that roll quieter for less road noise, there’s something for every EV buyer. But a recent story out of Florida in The Miami Herald details how EV owners there have been… Read more.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 26, 2024
There’s going to be significant growth of battery electric vehicles by the end of the decade, an automotive leader predicted recently. BEVs alone made up 10 per cent of new vehicle registrations in the third quarter of 2023. And those … The post How the BEV landscape will change appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 24, 2024
I n a perfect world, a flashing check engine light for DTCs P0301 through P0312 would always be solved by installing a new ignition coil. If this were true, technicians would not need countless hours of training. However, the reality is that a misfire can be more than a missing spark from an ignition coil. Also, replacing a single coil might not be the best approach to curing an engine of a chronic misfire.
autoevolution
JANUARY 22, 2024
Mecum's massive Kissimmee 2024 auction saw a 1970 Plymouth HEMI 'Cuda convertible cross the block for $2.14 million. That's a record for 1970 'Cuda models and a sum that made headlines. But it wasn't the only Mopar that set a new benchmark. The event also gave us the world's most expensive. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 23, 2024
When the Tesla Cybertruck officially launched late last year, the company made some promises about its capabilities that seemed absurd and some that seemed a touch more reasonable. We knew from the get-go that its “ drag race victory ” against the Porsche 911 was probably b t , but a range estimate of 320 miles… Read more.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 25, 2024
A new poll conducted by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) has unveiled a significant concern among Canadians about speeding in residential areas. The concern is there even though many admitted to occasionally engaging in the behaviour themselves. According to the … The post Speeding a top concern for Canadians appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 23, 2024
A recent report found that the Tesla Model 3 is the top choice for car shoppers when looking for an electric vehicle for under $50,000 (all prices in U.S. dollars). This ranking was put together by Cash for Clunkers and … The post The budget friendly EVs consumers are looking for appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 24, 2024
Canadians will see a decrease in their take-home pay and employers will see a rise in payroll expenses as of January 1. The changes are due to increases in Employment Insurance (EI) and changes to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), … The post How much payroll taxes are increasing this year appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 25, 2024
A new partnership aims to boost job opportunities in Canada’s automotive aftermarket. The Automotive Industries Association of Canada announced an exclusive recruitment and human resources services partnership with Auto-jobs.ca. The deal will look to increase accessibility in connecting with qualified … The post AIA Canada partners with job site appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 22, 2024
Standard Motor Products announced that it released 2,626 new part numbers in 2023. Its December release provided new coverage in 71 product categories and 128 part numbers for 2022-2024 model-year vehicles. Standard’ hybrid and electric vehicle program saw an expansion, … The post Details on what SMP released last year appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 22, 2024
CRP Automotive has introduced its latest Pentosin automotive fluids for use on some of the most popular Tesla models. The program consists of two electrical drive fluids (EDF) designed for Tesla models ranging from model years 2009 to 2021. Pentosin … The post Drive fluids for Teslas from Pentosin appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 21, 2024
Kendall Schaus has been promoted to field sales manager with the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance. The move was effective January 1. In her new role, she will focus on Alliance member sales efforts including national service retail chain accounts and … The post Alliance adds new field sales manager appeared first on Auto Service World.
autoevolution
JANUARY 26, 2024
Scheduled to debut in the latter half of 2024 for the 2025 model year, the next-generation Charger is – for all intents and purposes – the successor of the L-platform Challenger. A liftback coupe rather than a four-door sedan, the newcomer has been imagined with a widebody kit by the folks at Waido Kits. Based in the Czech Republic, which has referred to itself as Czechia since 2016, the customization shop makes widebo. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
JANUARY 26, 2024
The Chevrolet Camaro production slightly increased in 1969, going up from 235K units to 234K cars. The SS and the Z/28 were now more popular than ever, accounting for nearly 35K and over 20K cars, respectively. Finding a ( continue reading.
autoevolution
JANUARY 25, 2024
Thirteen years ago, Ford pulled the plug on Mercury. The brand was founded in 1938, and its purpose was to bridge the gap between Fords and Lincolns, with its prime competitors being Oldsmobile and Chrysler, among others. Throughout the decades, Mercury made numerous models, including sedans and SUVs, most of which shared their platforms and engines, as well as oth. ( continue reading.
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