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NexaMotion Group is also keeping its eye on the future of powertrains, as Sethi notes the resurgence of hybrid vehicles, which are growing faster than electric vehicles (EVs). Finally, we head into the service bay with Babcox Media Technician Eric Garbe, who gives us a technician’s view of a brake job on a 2014 Ford Mustang.

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Jalopnik

JULY 13, 2025

Direct liquid cooling isnt used for consumer EVs because the batteries would need to make, well, direct contact with a liquid, and it would need to have zero electrical conductivity to avoid shorting the battery. However, the Ioniq 5 also uses one massive cold plate rather than individual plates for each battery pack.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 14, 2025

Similarly, a sudden drop in used car prices from post-COVID highs resulted in many vehicles not being repaired. For instance, as vehicles become more complex, the cost of repairing crash parts with all the added sensors and technology might lead to higher total loss ratios as these cars depreciate. He is based out of Toronto.

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Jalopnik

JULY 10, 2025

The Croatian electric hypercar managed the feat in 29.93 The Nevera Rs redesigned exterior and aerodynamic package generates 15% more downforce while also improving aerodynamic efficiency by 10%, and its quad electric motors torque vectoring system can calculate and adjust power delivery 100 times per second, per wheel.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 10, 2025

Graphic: Cox Automotive The average new-vehicle transaction price (ATP) in May was mostly unchanged from April, as the new vehicle sales pace slowed, according to new data released June 10 from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book. Compared to May 2024, new-vehicle transaction prices were higher by 1.0%. million from a pace of 17.3

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 14, 2025

One recent example: A woman had been through family tragedy but needed a couple thousand dollars worth of work on her vehicle. Three out of the five family members work at the shop, plus their daughter, who helps with social media on the side of her regular career. Three members still live in the same house.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 28, 2025

If youre in the market for an EV, miles on the car can make a huge difference in the purchase price, so you might be interested to find out that the efficiency of the electric motors and miles of cabling doesnt degrade even a little bit. Both vehicles used 65% of the available battery for the trip, with the low-mileage car returning 4.55

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 12, 2025

This technology is scheduled for implementation in the fully electric Volvo EX60 in 2026. Photo: Volvo Volvo Cars has introduced a new safety belt technology called the multi-adaptive safety belt. View Bio 0 Comments Comment Please enter a comment. The secure and easy all-access connection to your content.

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AutoSuccess

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

NexaMotion Group is also keeping its eye on the future of powertrains, as Sethi notes the resurgence of hybrid vehicles, which are growing faster than electric vehicles (EVs). Finally, we head into the service bay with Babcox Media Technician Eric Garbe, who gives us a technician’s view of a brake job on a 2014 Ford Mustang.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

With the global vehicle repair and maintenance market steadily growing, building a scalable, well-structured business is essential for long-term success. Leverage social media platforms to engage with your audience and run targeted advertising campaigns. Adapting to these changes can differentiate your business from competitors.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 12, 2025

And, perhaps unsurprisingly, Dineff believes utilizing social media in the way people are consuming it is a key tool to connect with new audiences. At the same time, electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Grand Rapids lags behind hybrids. We have been working on hybrids for 12-plus years at this point.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 6, 2025

Graphic: Cox Automotive Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were lower in May compared to April , according to the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI). Looking at the market by powertrain, electric vehicle (EV) values increased by 3.1% The index declined to 205.2,

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autoevolution

MARCH 7, 2025

During a Q&A session on social media, Rivian offered an update on the R2 progress, confirming the electric crossover is still on track for production start in the first half of 2026. Rivian is among a handful of EV startups that are pushing electric vehicles into the mainstream.

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Jalopnik

JULY 8, 2025

Together with @Umit_Sabanci , we have officially set a new Guinness World Records title for the longest journey by an electric car on a single charge. Im proud to be part of a movement that proves electric mobility isnt just the future; its already redefining whats possible today." Lucid set another @GWR title for the history books.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 19, 2025

Host Adam Malik chatted with Said Deep from Ford Motor Company of Canada, Matt Girgis from Volvo Canada, Mike Szymkiewicz and Lou Ann Gosselin from Stellantis and Elias El-Achab from Kia live from the floor of the show during Media Day.

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Eastwood

JANUARY 5, 2025

While aluminum is being used more extensively in new vehicle bodywork, its often used in combination with steel structural components. Also known as bi-metallic corrosion, it occurs when two dissimilar metals come into electrical contact in the presence of an electrolyte (such as water, road salt, or moisture in the air).

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 9, 2025

Every 2026 model year Volvo car will come equipped with Volvo Car UX, a new technology designed to make interacting with vehicles more intuitive. Later in 2025, Volvo will deliver this technology to vehicles with Google built in. million customers around the globe will get an upgrade to their vehicles built as early as 2020.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 26, 2025

The current record for a production vehicle, held by AMGs One hypercar , is a once-thought-impossible six-minute 29.09 That sound you hear is a Chinese cellphone company laughing in the face of Porsches Taycan Turbo GT and Teslas Model S Plaid, not to mention the multi-million dollar Rimac Nevera electric hypercar.

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RepairSmith

JUNE 19, 2025

The Tesla Model S forever changed the automotive industry upon its debut in 2012, blending cutting-edge technology and performance with an all-electric drivetrain. As Tesla’s first mass-production vehicle, Model S owners and prospective buyers should be aware of several common issues reported across various model years.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 23, 2025

The partnership between the two companies was first announced last year , when the German auto conglomerate agreed to invest $5 billion into their much smaller American friend in exchange for its software and electrics knowhow. And it turns out their electrical engineers are in for a bit of a wake up call as well.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 12, 2025

4 SUV model included new systems and software and a new rear electric motor. Buzz model that debuted in 2025 will include some reimagined electric details that will also be launched later. Other models will be arriving through the early part of next year. 4 Electrification Upgrades The 2024 upgrades to the ID.4 Similarly, the ID.

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Auto Remarketing

JANUARY 21, 2025

with a lively debate about the future of electric vehicles. Moderated by Cherokee Media Groups Joe Overby, the opposing points of view on EVs came from Steve Greenfield of Automotive Ventures and Scott Case of Recurrent. Listen to the episode in the window below and stay tuned for more from UCW 2024.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 30, 2025

ADAS-equipped vehicles have been on the road for more than a decade – yet many shops still don’t understand the purpose and procedures for understanding the technology. James Rodis, process, procedure and training manager at OEM Calibration, agreed with Phillips on the majority of shops still not scanning vehicles.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 13, 2025

It has fielded fully electric prototypes and race cars in the past, going all the way back to the first EV class in 1994, but the CR-V will be the first hydrogen vehicle from any company to race up the mountain. Bring on a PHEV putting out a mere 174 hp and 229 lb-ft of torque from a single electric motor.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 10, 2025

Coast Guard has monitored the situation and confirmed that 3,048 vehicles were on board the ship. Among that total were 70 electric vehicles and 681 hybrid electric vehicles. In response to this fire, like many others, EV evangelists are quick to point out that ICE vehicles are just as likely to catch fire.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 21, 2025

Bringing German engineering to Level 4 autonomous driving MOIA / VW Group The ID Buzz AD is the first vehicle in Germany to reach SAE Internationals threshold for Level 4 autonomous driving, meaning that the car can drive itself, with no need for a driver behind the wheel, within designated areas.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 5, 2025

All of the top 10 OE tire sizes also serve these vehicles. In addition, 11 of the top 20 bestselling vehicles in 2024 fall into the CUV or SUV category. It’s Not Just a Vehicle It’s a Lifestyle For dealers, every interaction now offers a chance to stand out. These are some of the bestselling vehicles in the market.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 5, 2025

All of the top 10 OE tire sizes also serve these vehicles. In addition, 11 of the top 20 bestselling vehicles in 2024 fall into the CUV or SUV category. It’s Not Just a Vehicle It’s a Lifestyle For dealers, every interaction now offers a chance to stand out. These are some of the bestselling vehicles in the market.

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Jalopnik

JULY 21, 2025

The Imprezas legendary boxer engine and all-wheel drive helped Subaru win multiple World Rally Championships and get established as a maker of highly capable go-anywhere vehicles. X-Mode, a staple in most Subaru vehicles, works with the All Wheel Drive (AWD) system to offer the best traction in slippery driving conditions like snow or mud.

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Automotive Management Network

MARCH 20, 2025

Digital Inspections: Implementing digital vehicle inspection tools allows technicians to document and share findings with customers in real-time, improving transparency and trust. For example, a technician skilled in diagnostics and electrical systems can handle a wider range of tasks.

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Auto Remarketing

JULY 16, 2025

It’s electric vehicle chargers. And in the same spirit of trying something new, we fellow North Carolinians at Cherokee Media Group are also thinking outside the Bo Box with a new EV venture. Even the “Bo’s Bird Dog,” which is a fried chicken strip in a hot dog bun.

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RepairSmith

APRIL 10, 2025

The Ford F-150 Lightning has quickly become a standout in the electric truck market, praised for its performance, familiar styling, and advanced technology. Mechanical and Powertrain Issues Electric Motor Performance: Owners occasionally experience sudden fluctuations in power delivery, especially under heavy towing or rapid acceleration.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 12, 2025

The survey examined the use of generative AI and GPT interfaces across commercial vehicle fleets. Potential Benefits and Causes Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis (21.4%) Trip and route optimization (20.4%) General data analysis (17.5%) Vehicle health monitoring (15.5%) 51.5% The company specializes in advanced data analytics.

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Jalopnik

JULY 16, 2025

All Rights Reserved At $5,900, Is This Electric 2019 Toyota Mirai A Total Gas? Latest News Reviews Brands Car Types Buying Culture Tech Beyond Cars Racing QOTD Features Newsletter Advertise Culture Nice Price or No Dice At $5,900, Is This Electric 2019 Toyota Mirai A Total Gas? But for around town. where home charging isnt an option.

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Jalopnik

JULY 4, 2025

Deep puddles, deep water, floodwater, its all the same in how poorly it can affect your vehicle. The electrical system is also prone to damage after driving through water. Yes, were only talking about deep puddles here, but water can ruin sensitive electrical components. How bad is it to drive through deep puddles?

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The woman was hit by the vehicle, which was estimated to be traveling around 120 mph on a road with a 35-mph speed limit. Test drives are an integral piece of the process of purchasing a vehicle. Most customers, after all, wouldn’t feel comfortable paying thousands of dollars for a vehicle they’ve never driven.

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Jalopnik

JULY 21, 2025

The looming switch from internal combustion to electric vehicles makes this even more severe. CNCDA says there are 400,000 job openings nationwide, and California dealers in particular are facing a shortage of 5,000 technicians. This is part of the reason why your next repair might be more expensive.

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