Jalopnik

JUNE 23, 2025

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Entertainment

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 25, 2025

SAE International has released SAE J3400/2 , a new NACS connector standard for electric vehicles (EVs). Developed by SAE’s Hybrid-EV Committee, this standard outlines the physical and mechanical design of connectors and inlets used in the North American Charging System (NACS). The J3400/2 standard defines this architecture through 2D mechanical drawings and 3D models.

Manufacturing

Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 25, 2025

When today’s vehicles roll into the garage with a check engine light or a strange misfire, gone are the days of relying on guesswork. Complex auto mechanic diagnostic problems now require high-level tools and skills, and one of the most valuable is scan tool graphing. This essential diagnostic technique helps modern mechanics decode real-time vehicle data, and it’s a key skill taught at our auto mechanic school.

Mechanic

Brake & Front End

JUNE 25, 2025

When it comes to a customer complaints to nail down a steering pull condition, there are two questions you should ask. 1) “Is it all the time?” If the problem is intermittent, it warrants some diagnostic time. The issue could be the brakes, power steering or other systems like ADAS. 2) “Does the pull increase or decrease with speed?” This prompt hopefully will give you an indication of the severity of the condition.

Vehicle

autoevolution

JUNE 23, 2025

A handful of Super Duty trucks produced for the 2025 model year have been hit with a safety recall. The US-market vehicles in question may have been produced without a brake booster pushrod retaining spring, a condition that allows the pushrod to disconnect from the brake pedal, causing a sudden loss of brake function. The recall documentation filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration lists the supplier of the retainin. ( continue reading.

Trucking

Auto Service World

JUNE 25, 2025

The U.S. automotive aftermarket is on track for another strong year, with new projections showing the industry will reach US$435 billion in 2025 — and continue growing well beyond that. A new report from the Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers forecasts that the U.S. light-duty aftermarket will grow, with expectations to surpass $500 billion by 2028.

Oil Change

Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 27, 2025

Modern vehicles are no longer bound by the rigid, odometer-based service intervals of the past. In today’s data-driven auto mechanic landscape, OEM flex schedules, intelligent systems that determine maintenance needs based on real-time operating conditions are changing the rules of routine service. For anyone in automotive training, understanding these evolving schedules is no longer optional.

Mechanic

autoevolution

JUNE 26, 2025

We all know what happened in 1979 and how Cadillac's gigantic models were updated to align with the new market expectations and fuel economy trends. The Eldorado was downsized substantially, so the 1978 model year was the last occasion to get a properly-sized Cadillac with a massive engine under the hood. The Eldorado was offered in four configurations in 1978.

Engineering

Auto Service World

JUNE 23, 2025

Snap-on has introduced Triton, its latest diagnostic platform designed to streamline workflow, enhance efficiency, and boost productivity. It features wireless connectivity for fast, reliable performance in the bay and incorporates Snap-on’s exclusive Fast-Track® Component Tests and code-based troubleshooting to simplify complex diagnostics into a focused, guided workflow.

Troubleshooting

Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 24, 2025

The automotive landscape is shifting fast, and so is the job of auto mechanic training. One of the key areas where this shift is most visible is in how electric vehicles (EVs) handle braking. Unlike traditional vehicles, EVs rely heavily on regenerative braking systems, which drastically change how brake wear should be interpreted, diagnosed, and repaired.

Auto Mechanic Training

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 23, 2025

MarketsandMarkets forecasts the global EV charging station market will grow from $28.47 billion in 2025 to $76.31 billion by 2032. This represents a compound annual growth rate of 15.1 percent. Tesla, Rivian and Hyundai are driving growth by investing in proprietary charging networks. Public and private investments from firms like ChargePoint and BP Pulse continue to expand fast-charging corridors and urban infrastructure.

Electricity

Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 27, 2025

Continental is accelerating its use of renewable and recycled resources in tire production. The company plans to raise the share of Continental sustainable tire materials from 26% by two to three percentage points in 2025. The company said it achieves this using synthetic rubber from renewable or circular oil, recycled PET polyester, recycled steel, and silica from rice husk ash.

IT

Auto Service World

JUNE 27, 2025

For a time, there was concern that younger generations were losing interest in driving. However, recent trends show this isn’t quite the case. According to industry findings, more people among the 35-44 age group are now entering the vehicle market. This marks a shift as older cohorts taper off — a normal trend but a promising sign for the automotive industry’s future.

Vehicle

Jalopnik

JUNE 21, 2025

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Software

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 25, 2025

The Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo ( AAPEX ) is unveiling the details behind the new student engine assembly competition at this year’s event. Teams of vocational students, who are training to be auto technicians, will race to disassemble and reassemble a Chevy 350 engine. Each competing team will be provided with complimentary access to AAPEX 2025, gratis lodging and $1,000 per team for travel expenses.

Engineering

autoevolution

JUNE 27, 2025

During a routine monitoring of Tesla field repairs, the battery-electric vehicle manufacturer became aware of a vehicle with two missing seat-back-to-seat-bottom fasteners. The subsequent investigation concluded that a handful other vehicles were produced with improperly tightened fasteners, prompting the company to issue a safety recall comprising Model Y and Model 3 vehicles.

Vehicle

Auto Service World

JUNE 25, 2025

Starting next year, the number of vehicles in the auto repair-age sweet-spot—cars and light trucks six to ten years old—will shrink significantly for a prolonged period, reported an industry analysis. The reduced number of new vehicles sold from 2020 through 2024 has caused some aftermarket analysts to be worried, observed Lang Marketing. The fear is that aftermarket business could take a hit through 2030 as fewer vehicles sold during that period will lead to fewer entering the repair-age sweet-

Trucking

Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 27, 2025

Continental is accelerating its use of renewable and recycled resources in tire production. The company plans to raise the share of Continental sustainable tire materials from 26% by two to three percentage points in 2025. The company said it achieves this using synthetic rubber from renewable or circular oil, recycled PET polyester, recycled steel, and silica from rice husk ash.

IT

AutoSuccess

JUNE 24, 2025

CDK expanded the CDK Fixed Operations Suite software to non-CDK DMS customers. CDK built on the suite’s success within the CDK Dealership Xperience to reach all dealerships across the industry. The suite enhances service workflows, improves consumer experiences and increases dealership operating efficiencies. Consumer Pain Points Highlight Service Gaps A recent CDK Service Shopper study shows consumers value easy scheduling, qualified technicians and service transparency.

Software

Auto Remarketing

JUNE 23, 2025

The retail supply of used electric vehicles last month was at its lowest point in nearly three years and down 11% from May 2024, suggesting rising consumer demand that could “reshape pricing and remarketing strategies” in coming months. That’s according to the latest EV Market Monitor from Cox Automotive , which found narrow gaps between both the supply and prices of used EVs and used internal combustion engine vehicles.

Retail

RepairSmith

JUNE 26, 2025

The Porsche 911 996 generation introduced water-cooled engines for the first time, a highly controversial move among enthusiasts, but also brought with it many updated systems. While offering improved performance and handling, the 996 is known to have some recurring issues. Whether you’re an owner or a buyer considering one of these cars, it’s essential to be aware of some common issues on the Porsche 911 996 generation to prevent issues down the road.

Check Engine Light

Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 24, 2025

Hankook Tire has unveiled the Hankook iON HT, a highway-terrain tire designed specifically for electric light-duty trucks. According to the manufacturer, the iON HT brings all-season versatility, enhanced durability, and lower rolling resistance to the EV truck market. The tire features iON’s Innovative Technology, aimed at addressing the unique challenges of electric platforms, such as heavier battery packs and the need for optimized energy efficiency.

Trucking

AutoSuccess

JUNE 24, 2025

Anderson Automotive Group cut the ribbon on its new Anderson Kia dealership and service center at Perryville Rd. and Nimtz Rd. The 30,000-square-foot dealership is located at 4899 N. Perryville Road, just north of Peak, and opened June 2. The company and The Parks Chamber of Commerce hosted an official ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new location. The celebration marked the third ribbon-cutting in two days for The Parks Chamber of Commerce.

Automotive

Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 25, 2025

When people think of vehicle alignment, tires are often the first thing that comes to mind. But today’s vehicles are more complex than ever, and wheel alignment touches far more than just tire wear and steering angles. Alignment plays a crucial role in vehicle safety systems, digital diagnostics, and even energy efficiency. That’s why students at any reputable automotive school need to understand alignment as a system-wide concern, not just a basic maintenance procedure.

Automotive

Auto Service World

JUNE 24, 2025

As private equity firms expand their reach into the auto repair industry, shop owners must be intentional about making their businesses appealing to potential buyers, according to Sunil Patel, founder of Tekmetric. In this episode of Auto Service World Conversations , Patel explains why private equity is increasingly interested in acquiring repair shops that are having trouble finding an internal buyer, a neighbouring shop or someone in the family to take over.

Auto Repair

Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 24, 2025

Hankook Tire has unveiled the Hankook iON HT, a highway-terrain tire designed specifically for electric light-duty trucks. According to the manufacturer, the iON HT brings all-season versatility, enhanced durability, and lower rolling resistance to the EV truck market. The tire features iON’s Innovative Technology, aimed at addressing the unique challenges of electric platforms, such as heavier battery packs and the need for optimized energy efficiency.

Trucking

CATI

JUNE 26, 2025

The days of fixing a vehicle solely with a wrench and a keen ear are long gone. Today’s vehicles are digital marvels, loaded with sensors, modules, and onboard computers. As a result, automotive training must now prepare future mechanics not just to replace brake pads or swap out filters, but to diagnose and often resolve issues using software. If you’re thinking about joining an automotive school, you need to understand how integral software updates have become in day-to-day repair scenarios.

Software

Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 26, 2025

The visual inspection might seem like a basic step, but it’s often the one where costly mistakes are made. If you’re enrolled in auto mechanic training , you’ve likely heard that this initial step sets the stage for the entire diagnostic and repair process. Here’s the truth: many students and even new graduates overlook critical cues simply because they haven’t trained their eyes to spot the less obvious.

Auto Mechanic Training

Jalopnik

JUNE 23, 2025

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RepairSmith

JUNE 27, 2025

The Toyota GR Corolla is one of the most exciting hatchbacks available in the US, known for its rally-bred AWD system, powerful 300 hp three‑cylinder engine, and fun six-speed manual transmission. Despite being a Toyota, there are some common issues on the Toyota GR Corolla that owners and shops have noted: Overheating Rear Differential & AWD System Repeated track use can overheat the GR‑Four AWD system or rear differential, triggering limp-mode and power reduction.

Fluid Check

autoevolution

JUNE 27, 2025

Kia America is recalling 2020 through 2022 model year Niro EV crossovers due to shoddy rearview cameras. The subject vehicles feature Hyundai Mobis-designed rearview camera assemblies that may fail unexpectedly. According to the South Korean automaker, voltage surges may cook the power circuit, rendering the camera inoperative. This issue affects Niro EV crossovers produced with the 10.25-inch touchscreen display and satellite navigation. ( continue reading.

Vehicle

Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 26, 2025

Summer is here, and with more driving comes more service volume — and more chances for sensor issues. If your shop wants to avoid TPMS sensor damage, summer is the time to tighten your processes. Tire changeovers create risk, and your team needs to get the small steps right to prevent costly mistakes. In this video, we’ll walk through how to avoid TPMS sensor damage during tire service.

Vehicle

AutoSuccess

JUNE 25, 2025

In this episode of Dealer Insider, guest host Kyle Alexander chats with Patricia Muyshondt and Thomas Pina from Sames Auto Group. They share insights on transforming dealership operations through automotive customer experience AI and cultural alignment. They focus on tool integration, staff engagement and consistent communication to improve customer satisfaction from online search to in-store visit.

Automotive

RepairSmith

JUNE 26, 2025

The FIAT 500 is one of the most recognizable compact cars ever sold, and still remains popular nearly six years after it was discontinued. With designer collabs and sporty Abarth models amongst its many trim levels, the 2012–2019 FIAT 500 offers fun driving, but not without a few caveats. Here are the most common issues one the FIAT 500, including maintenance, reliability, and quality concerns for both current owners and potential buyers: 1.

Electricity

Auto Remarketing

JUNE 27, 2025

Is artificial intelligence the future of auto retailing? The answer to that question depends on whom you ask. Cox Automotive’s Digitization of Automotive Retail Study found an enormous gap between what consumers and car dealers believe will happen. The study, which surveyed 2,193 consumers and 385 franchise dealers, showed 83% of the consumers said the rise of technologies like AI will impact the way they purchase vehicles over the next 10 years, while just 37% of dealers said AI is important to

Retail

Jalopnik

JUNE 27, 2025

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Transportation

AutoSuccess

JUNE 23, 2025

Here we go again. Strings out of our control are pulled. Things change. What was dependable and predictable this morning may no longer be. You’re a car dealer; such environments are made for your mentality, aptitude, creativity and long suffering. Congratulations, another trial and test of faith. Whatever comes down the pike, you can meet it head-on.

Used Cars