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Why there’s growing demand for independent EV repair

Auto Service World

Tesla’s dominance in the EV market has been a double-edged sword for the company: On one hand, they have the top market share in North America; on the other, their vehicle owners are plagued by long wait times and dissatisfied customer service. That means the automotive aftermarket has a chance to swoop in and take some of their business, noted Carolyn Coquillette, owner of Earthling Automotive in San Francisco and founder of Shop-Ware.

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New Wheel Bearing Designs 

Brake & Front End

From an engineer’s perspective, wheel bearing design and selection can be a balancing act between durability, cost and fuel economy. A large bearing might be great to offset potholes and heavy loads, but there is only so much room in the hub and knuckle. Also, the larger bearing might have increased rolling resistance due to a larger sealing surface.

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The Future of Home Charging for Students in Automotive Training

Automotive Training Centre

Automotive training is essential for students specializing in hybrid technology, especially as more drivers seek greener alternatives. Understanding the current and future trends in home charging technology can open up exciting career opportunities in this evolving field. This blog post will explore these trends and how they can shape your future in the automotive industry.

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Why Auto Repair Shops Can’t Afford to Wait: Proactive Sales Actions to Keep Your Bays Full

Business Actualization

In the auto repair world, many shop owners and service advisors make the mistake of passively waiting for customers to walk through the door. While marketing efforts like direct mail, Google Ads , and SEO are crucial for driving visibility, they aren't enough to ensure a steady flow of work. Most shops rely heavily on automated follow-ups or reminders from their CRM, hoping customers will return for overdue services.

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Giving a voice to the counter pros in Jobber News

Auto Service World

The September issue of Jobber News is focused on what’s on the minds of the professionals who keep jobber stores running across the country. The cover story features the results of our survey of counter professionals from Canadian jobber stores, asking them various questions, ranging from how they like their job to how they deal with customers to the challenges they face to how they deal with customers.

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Experience the NEW Engine Rebuild Race at AAPEX 2024

Tomorrow's Technician

Get ready for a technical skill showdown that will keep you on the edge of your seat! For the first time ever, eight teams of technical school students from across the country will disassemble and reassemble Holden V6 engines live at AAPEX, while trying to beat the clock. Don’t miss your chance to cheer the automotive aftermarket industry’s rising stars to victory — and have some extra fun while you’re getting business done!

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3 Useful Apps for Students in Auto Mechanic Training

Automotive Training Centre

Auto mechanic training is a hands-on field that requires a combination of technical knowledge, practical experience, and problem-solving skills. As technology evolves, so does the learning experience for students in this field. Whether you’re just starting or looking to fine-tune your skills, several apps are designed to help you study more efficiently, practice more effectively, and become more knowledgeable in automotive repair.

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Lack of understanding around vehicle data issues

Auto Service World

A recent paper has found that Canadians have little knowledge of data access and control in their vehicles. Fewer than a third (29 per cent) of drivers say they clearly understand who has access to the data their vehicle produces, while most (63 per cent) want to know who controls that data. according to the study, Data dynamics: Exploring vehicle owners’ data awareness, ownership and sharing , published last week by AIA Canada.

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EV Coolant Specifications

Tomorrow's Technician

The coolant specified by most BEV OEMs calls for a non-conductive coolant. Formulating non-conductive coolants typically involves using base fluids and additives that do not ionize in solution. Common base fluids include glycols with organic acid synthetic fluids with low electrical conductivity. Additives are carefully selected to ensure they do not introduce ionic species that could increase conductivity.

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The Disadvantages of Hybrid Cars And Where an Auto Mechanic Comes in

Automotive Training Centre

Auto mechanics are essential in maintaining hybrid vehicles, which are popular for fuel efficiency and lower emissions but have drawbacks. Understanding these challenges is crucial as the shift towards hybrid and electric technology grows. At ATC, we equip aspiring auto mechanics with the skills and knowledge to address these issues confidently through specialized training in hybrid and electric vehicle technology.

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Dealing With EV Range and Charging Concerns 

Brake & Front End

Do EVs have feelings? No. But, you may get that customer in your shop where a customer may state that they “feel” something has changed. In the case of EVs, they can feel their range is reduced or it is taking too long to charge their vehicle. They could be on to something, or the changes in range and charging could be caused by external forces. This is where customer communication becomes an art.

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Why burnout is a growing problem

Auto Service World

Image credit: Depositphotos.com Burnout is a widespread issue affecting nearly half of workers globally, according to a new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The report, titled Four Keys to Boosting Inclusion and Beating Burnout , revealed that 48 per cent of employees in eight countries are currently experiencing burnout. This study surveyed 11,000 desk-based and frontline workers from Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Japan, the UK, and the US.

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Valvoline Announces Opening of its 2,000th Location

Tomorrow's Technician

Valvoline, Inc. announced that in September it opened its 2,000 th location under the Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Great Canadian Oil Change brands. This advances the Company’s efforts to expand its network of service centers to 3,500 in the United States and Canada, Valvoline said. Valvoline said the 2,000 th location is a new, company-operated, two-bay service center located in Centerville, Ohio, and marks the sixth Valvoline Instant Oil Change location in the Dayton, Ohio, metro are

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In Conversation With Automotive Technician Student Zoey Benoit: Why Experienced Instructors Matter

Automotive Training Centre

For many students, the path to becoming an automotive technician is driven by a fascination with cars and a desire for hands-on work. Zoey Benoit’s journey was no different. While her route into the automotive world wasn’t direct, it was transformative, leading her to the Automotive Training Centre (ATC) in Cambridge. We sat down with Zoey to discuss her experience, how ATC’s unique approach shaped her, and why having instructors with real-world experience is key.

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NexaMotion Acquires 4M Parts Warehouse in North Texas

Brake & Front End

NexaMotion Group (NMG) continues its rapid expansion, acquiring 4M Parts Warehouse out of Cleburne, Texas. Founded in 1977, 4M Parts Warehouse provides premium-quality auto parts for professional repair shops. Terms were not disclosed. 4M Parts Warehouse has 17 locations in North Texas and more than 120 employees. 4M Parts Warehouse President Lanny Martindale will join NexaMotion Group as VP of sales and operations.

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Top tech features car owners want

Auto Service World

With car manufacturers packing more technology into vehicles than ever before, a recent survey highlights which features drivers can’t live without — and which ones they’re willing to pay extra for. Car manufacturers are increasingly incorporating advanced technology features into modern vehicles to enhance safety and convenience. A recent survey conducted by Uswitch aimed to identify the tech features that car owners find most useful and those that would influence them to pay more f

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NexaMotion Acquires 4M Parts Warehouse in North Texas

Tomorrow's Technician

NexaMotion Group (NMG) continues its rapid expansion, acquiring 4M Parts Warehouse out of Cleburne, Texas. Founded in 1977, 4M Parts Warehouse provides premium-quality auto parts for professional repair shops. Terms were not disclosed. 4M Parts Warehouse has 17 locations in North Texas and more than 120 employees. 4M Parts Warehouse President Lanny Martindale will join NexaMotion Group as VP of sales and operations.

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A Professionalism Guide for Future Auto Detailing Entrepreneurs

Automotive Training Centre

If you’re passionate about cars and enjoy providing high-quality service, starting a business in auto detailing after your auto detailing training is a logical and exciting venture. Completing your auto detailing training equips you with the technical skills to restore, clean, and perfectly protect vehicles. But professionalism is key to genuinely thriving as an entrepreneur.

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EV Coolant Specifications

Brake & Front End

The coolant specified by most BEV OEMs calls for a non-conductive coolant. Formulating non-conductive coolants typically involves using base fluids and additives that do not ionize in solution. Common base fluids include glycols with organic acid synthetic fluids with low electrical conductivity. Additives are carefully selected to ensure they do not introduce ionic species that could increase conductivity.

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Why you should thoroughly inspect vehicles

Auto Service World

Automotive repair has long had a stereotype of technicians purposely looking for work in a vehicle to sell to the customer. When done for the right reasons, it’s what every shop should be doing. Jay Huh, a business coach at Shop Fix Academy and owner of CarMedix in North Carolina, encourages all shops to have their techs thoroughly inspect each vehicle that comes in so that both the shop and customer know of anything that could need work down the road.

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Don't Be Surprised if Tesla Robotaxi Unveiled on October 10 Will Not Live up to the Hype

autoevolution

Everyone, especially Tesla fans, expects Tesla to blow people's minds on October 10 during the "We, Robots" event set for the Robotaxi unveiling. With so much hype surrounding the event, there is a high chance that reality will not meet expectations, and the event will prove rather disappointing. If you're a Tesla fan or investor, you already know what was causing Tesla shares to trend hig. ( continue reading.

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Purcell Tire announces $5.3 Million expansion

Tire Review Magazine

Purcell Tire & Rubber Company announced it will expand in Potosi, Missouri, investing more than $5.3 million and adding 10 new jobs. The expansion includes acquiring an eight-acre site in the Washington County Industrial Park for a more than 44,000-square-foot warehouse, distribution center, and fleet repair shop, Purcell said. “It’s always exciting to see leading employers like Purcell Tire growing and creating jobs in our state,” Missouri Gov.

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2025 Volkswagen Taos Gets a Power Boost and Refreshed Style

Automotive Fleet

The new model year compact SUV receives a revised 1.5L turbocharged engine, while new driver assistance systems aim to increase safety across all trims.

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Analysis: Understanding key financial metrics that drive shop success

Auto Service World

Success hinges on a deep understanding of financial health in an industry as dynamic as automotive services. This involves looking at various metrics to derive actionable insights about the business’s ability to meet its current and future obligations. Knowing what indicators to track and what they mean is critical to making informed business decisions.

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1970 'Cuda 340 Won't Start; Shocked Mechanic Drains Three Gallons of Gas From the Engine

autoevolution

The Plymouth Barracuda was an iconic name that lived precisely ten years to the day, between April 1, 1964, and April 1, 1974. It inaugurated the pony car segment two weeks before the Ford Mustang, and it made a second coming in 1970 with a completely redesigned body and the full range of engines. ( continue reading.

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Purcell Tire announces $5.3 Million expansion

Tire Review Magazine

Purcell Tire & Rubber Company announced it will expand in Potosi, Missouri, investing more than $5.3 million and adding 10 new jobs. The expansion includes acquiring an eight-acre site in the Washington County Industrial Park for a more than 44,000-square-foot warehouse, distribution center, and fleet repair shop, Purcell said. “It’s always exciting to see leading employers like Purcell Tire growing and creating jobs in our state,” Missouri Gov.

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COMMENTARY: 9 places where dealers can find cost savings & margin preservation

Auto Remarketing

The last couple of years, automotive dealers were making record profits from car sales. Fast forward and we now find ourselves in a market with significantly increased inventories. Compared to a year ago, according to Cox Automotive, inventory is up by approximately 914,000 vehicles, which correlates to an increase in day supply from 57 to 72 days. We are witnessing a complete pendulum swing in supply/demand dynamics with resulting dealer margin compression.

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Spark Plug Problems: Function, Failure And Replacement

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal All spark plugs wear out as they age and at some point, will cause spark plug problems. Because, after enduring abuse for thousands of miles, you really can’t expect them to last forever. Good spark [.

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Used Mercedes-Benz EQS SUVs Are Now Cheaper Than New Tesla Model Ys

autoevolution

If you have a large family or want to be there for your friends when they need a ride, a three-row US-sized SUV like the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV could make sense. From a purely financial perspective, a new Model Y Long Range with the seven-seat option would be better because it costs half as much as the Merc. But here's the kicker: things drastically change when you add used Mercedes-Benz EQS SUVs to your radar.

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The Alliance Agri Star II Now With a Full-Year Assurance Pledge

Tire Review Magazine

The Alliance Agri Star II R-1W farm radial is a lot more than your average tire. From its innovative Stratified-Layer Technology lug design to its premium polyester casing to its rugged stubble-guard compound, the Agri Star II is built to perform better, longer, and more cost-efficiently than the competition. And with its sleek, 5-spoke sidewall design and edgy lugs, it’s also a darned good-looking tire.

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BMW G-Chassis 3-Series Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

BMW, like nearly all manufacturers, uses chassis codes to differentiate between generations of vehicles. You’ll often hear BMW enthusiasts describe their vehicles by these chassis codes rather than the actual model name (think E30, E46 , F80, etc.). With each new generation, changes are made to improve the appearance, comfort, fuel economy, reliability, and performance of each model.

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Webinar: Ford Pro Insights on Driver Safety and Vehicle Health Management

Automotive Fleet

On Oct. 8, join a virtual panel of speakers discussing how fleets can use telematics to manage vehicle health and driver safety while driving outcomes related to reducing costs, increasing productivity, and more.

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Super 1979 Plymouth Volare Road Runner Wows the Crowd at Car Event

autoevolution

This 1979 Plymouth Volare Road Runner showed up at a car event in Pennsylvania, raising eyebrows and questions. The car, painted in black and sporting gold stripes and riding on matching wheels, wowed the crowd. It is one of the rarest ever made. Plymouth transferred the Road Runner name. ( continue reading.

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Road to AAPEX S3, E6: The evolution of automotive belts and hoses

Tire Review Magazine

In the automotive industry, adapting to change is essential. It’s a need that touches every component on today’s cars. That’s true for automotive belts, which have come a long way since their infancy. This episode of the Road to AAPEX traces the history of early automotive belts, how they have evolved over the years, and the technological advancements made to them.

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50 Auto Repair Facebook Post Ideas to Engage Customers

RepairPal

Discover 50 creative Facebook post ideas for your auto repair shop to engage customers, boost visibility, and drive traffic to your business. The post 50 Auto Repair Facebook Post Ideas to Engage Customers appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.

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Fleet Electrification: How to Avoid a Utility Upgrade

Automotive Fleet

If your initial electrical load calculations indicate a lack of capacity, you may be able to support charging infrastructure with the appropriate load management.

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2025 Matchbox Mix A Is Here With a New Super Chase

autoevolution

There's an upsetting trend of certain no-name companies buying iconic car manufacturers with financial problems. The plan is to steer them around with new tech, devoiding them of any soul they still had inside. But that's not something you'll hear from the marketing department. And I don't plan to go any further with this story, at least not for now.