Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 17, 2023

One of the greatest things about a career in auto mechanics is the sheer abundance of roles within the industry. Whether you’re drawn to hybrid vehicle electrical systems, classic car restoration, or maximizing the performance of high-powered sports cars, there’s a niche that suits your skills and passions. Does your passion revolve around extracting every ounce of potential from automobiles?

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Your best technician forgot to put oil in a vehicle they were working on. That car’s engine blew just after it left the shop. How do you react? Rick White, founder and president of 180Biz, knows what he would want … The post Your tech made a serious mistake. What’s your reaction? appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Today’s vehicle drivetrain systems are far more complex and powerful than ever before. So, you want to make sure you choose a replacement axle that matches the original OE design attributes to ensure proper performance and durability. Avoid installing an inferior axle based on price only, that may not perform properly or worse yet, fail in a few short months.

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AutoShopOwner

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The technician shortage is far from over. I don't believe that this problem will be easily solved. One thing that I have been hearing is that the techs that are looking for a new company to work for are asking for a lot more money. My questions are: Are you willing to pay techs what they want, and what about those techs that are working for you now?

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 18, 2023

An engine tune-up involves examining and swapping vital components related to ignition and functionality. The term “tune-up” often confuses many, harking back to times when it referred to a routine service. In today’s context, the meaning could be more complex. While mechanics once carried out tune-ups, it’s now in the domain of technicians.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Read this month’s spotlight on Pragati Upadhyay The post <span style=color:#ff0000>YPA Spotlight:</span> Finding her place in the automotive aftermarket industry appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 20, 2023

I don’t know about you, but when I’m out terrorizing the streets of Los Angeles , I actively try to avoid hitting people. In fact, I have a perfect record where that is concerned. Unfortunately, this unnamed LAPD officer can’t say the same thing after they appear to run over a fellow officer on video. Read more.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Technology is making significant headway in unimaginable ways in virtually every sector, and the world of car care has not been left behind. Auto detailing, once a straightforward process of cleaning and polishing vehicles, has witnessed tremendous transformations over the past few years. These days, technological advancements play a crucial role in shaping the way professionals approach auto detailing.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Canadian employers can expect medical costs to increase 5 per cent next year, according to a new report, though the number is a slowdown from this year. Professional services firm Aon, which provides various kinds of insurance needs to businesses, … The post Employer medical costs set to jump appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 19, 2023

After missing yet another deadline for the Tesla Cybertruck to actually launch, company boss Elon Musk has come out to set the mood ahead of the electric pickup’s eventual rollout. In a Tesla earnings call last night, Musk explained the challenges the EV maker has faced bringing the angular Cybertruck to fruition and… Read more.

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The Drive

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Chevrolet General Motors is building Silverado EVs. It delivered a whole 18 of them during the third quarter of this year. It planned to expand production beyond its Detroit-Hamtramck facility, also known as “Factory Zero”, by 2024 to Orion Assembly where the Bolt EV is built, albeit not for much longer. That plan has now been pushed back to late 2025 , and according to GM, the decision was not made due to any supply shortages, or even the ongoing United Auto Workers strike.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Everyone in the workforce, regardless of their profession, has grappled with work-related stress at some point. From looming deadlines to challenging obligations, the ebb and flow of stress is a common thread across all job spheres—even for those passionate about their roles. Chronic workplace stress isn’t just an emotional burden; its prolonged presence can manifest physically, taking a toll on one’s health.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Cybercrime in Canada is on a huge rise, threatening businesses of all sizes but small ones in particular. And if customers don’t see you taking the threat seriously enough, they will go elsewhere. A report from MasterCard found a 600 … The post Are you taking this big risk seriously? appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 16, 2023

We’ve known for a while that Toyota is hard at work developing solid-state batteries. The company also said for a while that it expects to be able to offer electric vehicles with a range of more than 900 miles starting in 2027. So it’s not exactly news that Toyota just announced a partnership with Idemitsu Kosan “to… Read more.

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The Drive

OCTOBER 16, 2023

(AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon, File) Sometime this week, a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress will make a rare bomber landing in South Korea, according to several media reports. The landing will come amid resurgent tensions with Pyongyang. While the South Korean Yonhap News Agency said it would be the first such landing of a B-52 in South Korea, Stars and Stripes reported that it would be the first in at least 30 years.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The auto parts industry is bustling more than ever, with cars getting more technologically advanced and the demand for their parts increasing. As a result, there is an increasing need for skilled professionals, especially warehouse managers, to oversee auto parts’ distribution, management, and efficiency. You’re on the right track if you’ve recently undergone training specific to the auto parts industry.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 17, 2023

It’s maybe almost too easy to call these Nike Airbags but the shoe giant has unveiled a fully circular shoe that is made using scrap airbag material. The new Nike ISPA Link Axis is a fully recyclable shoe, made with … The post What Nike is making with scrap airbag material appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 18, 2023

While you might like to think you can fix your car after a crash with nothing more than a hammer and wrench , that’s not really the case. Instead, the vast majority of us will take our beloved vehicles to repair shops whenever we’re caught in a tangle. But while it turns out that most electric car drivers will pay only… Read more.

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The Drive

OCTOBER 20, 2023

PHOTO © 2023 PLANET LABS INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. REPRINTED BY PERMISSION The missile strikes on Russian airbases in occupied areas of Ukraine earlier this week could prompt Moscow to push its operational bases and command-and-control sites further back from the front lines, something that The War Zone predicted in detail. This is now the assessment of the U.K.

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autoevolution

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Say what you want about new Android versions, but there's a good reason why so many people rush to install them on their devices. They bring new features and improvements, making the update extremely compelling, even for those who aren't necessarily tech-savvy. However, the rush to update comes with an increased likelihood of bugs, and Android Auto users know this best.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Autel releases new round of ADAS update Autel announced the release of another round of 2023-2024 vehicle models ADAS calibration coverage software. This release provides ADAS calibration coverage for the most common systems on many Audi, GM, Porsche, Hyundai/Kia, Mitsubishi, … The post ADAS updates appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Note: This originally ran August 21, 2023 but given what’s going on in the market, we thought we’d get it on the home page for those who may have missed it. Read more.

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The Drive

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Photo by GENYA SAVILOV/AFP via Getty Images It’s now been 600 days since Moscow launched its all-out invasion of Ukraine and one of Kyiv’s top commanders has declared that one of Russia’s biggest offensives in months is failing. With claims that the Russian offensive aimed at the town of Avdiivka, north of the city of Donetsk, is stalling, the fact remains that Ukraine’s own counteroffensive is also in difficulty , a reality that the same commander accepted.

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autoevolution

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Google Maps keeps getting better and better, and after several big announcements in the last few weeks, the search giant has come up with another update for users on iPhone and Android. The parent company has been working around the clock on accessibility features in its products, and Google Maps is integral to this effort. As a result, Google Maps is getting accessibility features that many users will not only need but also enjoy using, ( continue reading.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Dana Incorporated announced the addition of Ultimate Dana 80 bracketless crate axles that allow for easy installation on virtually any application. The axles have ultra-strong four-inch tubes with 5/8-inch wall thickness and Spicer 40 spline nickel chromoly steel axle shafts. … The post Dana adds bracketless crate axels appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Life is full of disappointments , and we would hope that our time spent behind the wheel would be devoid of those familiar sinking feelings. As car enthusiasts, we hope our lives on the road would come with no alarms and no surprises , but that just isn’t the case, sadly. Cars are capable of disappointing us just as… Read more.

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The Drive

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Russian Ministry of Defense The Kremlin is reportedly actively recruiting Serbian ‘volunteers’ to fight in its war in Ukraine, despite official warnings from Serbia’s own ministry of defense. Dozens of Serbian fighters are already in Russia, something that could threaten Serbia’s ambitions to join the European Union as well as sour the traditionally close relationship between Moscow and Belgrade.

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CATI

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Canada’s dynamic job market changes all the time but if you’re interested in a career in automotive detailing, you can look forward to your skills being consistently sought after. Auto detailers do much more than keep vehicles clean. Instead, their role involves maximizing the aesthetic condition of a vehicle, restoring any value lost over time. Many are unaware that many aesthetic components of a car are designed to improve its function.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 17, 2023

If true, experts believe Toyota’s claim of a battery with massive range and quick charge could alter the path of electric vehicles. The Japanese automaker — which has dragged its feet in electrifying its vehicle fleet — said it believes … The post A 1,200 km, 10-minute charging battery? appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 19, 2023

A recent lawsuit against the Beverly Hills indicates that the cops there are allegedly so racist that they’re even racially profiling other on-duty officers from nearby cities. Read more.

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The Drive

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Rotary engines have almost completely gone out of production , but they’re still beloved by enthusiasts. Eschewing pistons for a spinning three-sided rotor, they rev to the moon and sound great doing so. Most powerful rotaries are usually just a bunch of these three-sided rotors mated together, but one Russian design that caught our eye does away with multiple rotors, opting instead for a single five-sided rotor with four combustion chambers.

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Autoblog: Car News

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Filed under: Weird Car News , Auctions , Electric Continue reading It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a. rotary-powered Domino's pizza delivery vehicle! And it's up for auction It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a. rotary-powered Domino's pizza delivery vehicle! And it's up for auction originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Industry leaders gathered for the Aftermarket Technology Conference to see how emerging business and automotive technology will impact suppliers, distributors and shops The post From AI to ADAS, here’s what suppliers are thinking about appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Good morning! It’s Monday, October 16, 2023, and this is The Morning Shift , your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. Read more.

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The Drive

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Unknown author During the Cold War, the air force of North Yemen — also termed the Yemen Arab Republic (YAR) — was probably best known for flying Soviet-delivered MiG-17 and MiG-21 fighters. However, the country also operated Northrup’s F-5E Tiger II light fighter aircraft from 1979, a type that first flew just a few years earlier in 1972. How Yemen came to acquire its small fleet of American F-5Es is a truly wild story.

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autoevolution

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The modern, industrial style of this New Zealand-based tiny home reveals a surprisingly rustic interior décor, yet the two don't clash. Complementing the convenient single-level configuration, this beautiful abode's country charm makes it particularly cozy and warm. The Sanctuary stands apart from typical Kiwi houses on wheels even though, from the outside, there seems to be no major difference.

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IT 110

Auto Service World

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Resiliency, a sense of purpose and the importance of people were three takeaways automotive aftermarket executives noted as lessons learned coming out of post-pandemic times. Speaking at this year’s MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Vision Conference, three executives taking part in a … The post Top lessons these execs have learned appeared first on Auto Service World.

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