Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

New vehicle inventory is normalizing at dealerships — but it doesn’t appear to be the right kind of inventory that will help sales numbers rebound to pre-pandemic levels. While greater chip capacity is allowing for the normalization of vehicle inventory, … The post New inventory is growing but why isn’t it the right inventory?

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Danny’s Engineportal

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Engine hesitation, can make your vehicle seem like its bogging down, misfiring or stumbling, when you hit the gas pedal. So, when you step on the gas, it will feel like, the power has been [.] The post Engine Hesitation – What Is It, What Can Cause It, Diagnosing It appeared first on Danny's Engineportal.

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APRIL 23, 2024

A Hunterbrook Media investigation revealed that things are going really bad for VinFast, which barely sells any cars. The information is confirmed by a Reuters report, which shows that 70% of VinFast's deliveries last year were to other companies owned by its CEO, Pham Nhat Vuong. However, this could be only a smoke screen.

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MAY 1, 2024

I had an amazing experience this past week and can't wait to share it with you. My "co-pilot" for the trip back home was an ex-motorcycle racer. And he was quite jealous to hear that I had gotten my hands on the new MotoGP 24, as he was eager to play it, too.

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MAY 6, 2024

This customer waited for his Cybertruck to be delivered by Tesla for over three years, but his dream was soon going to turn into a nightmare. He received the vehicle back in March and has been having issues with it since the very beginning. Now, he wants to give it back to Tesla and asks the automaker to give a new one. continue reading. )

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APRIL 6, 2024

Custom car builder Emelia Hartford had her eyes set on a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. She just could not stay away so she bought it and performed a "heart transplant" on it. She transplanted a twin-turbo LS V8 from her grandma's Buick Regal. Now, her 1969 Chevy Camaro is a beast in gray. continue reading. )

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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.

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Danny’s Engineportal

APRIL 15, 2024

The post Wet Compression Test – How To Do It – What Will It Tell You appeared first on Danny's Engineportal. After you have done a basic compression test, the next step is a wet compression test. Above all, an engine’s cylinders need a good seal between the rings, and the cylinder walls. Also, between the [.]

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APRIL 27, 2024

Toward the end of 1997, the world would finally be able to go out and buy a Prius. Years down the line, this hybrid vehicle would go on to be subject to intense scrutiny but an equal share of love, too.

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APRIL 10, 2024

Park it in Jay Leno's garage/studio, shower it with compliments, and stare in wonder at the perfect muscle car lines painted in purple. Yes, that is a 1970 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda, and it belongs to a muscle car guru, Craig Jackson, the CEO and Chairman of Barrett-Jackson Auction Company. The 'Cuda is not the Barracuda.

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APRIL 11, 2024

There were Tesla Cybertrucks that failed to sell even though their prices were not much higher than their MRSP. But Tesla announced the model is sold out for 2024 and the frenzy is back. One has just sold for $262,500, and it is the first of its kind: a Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast Foundation Series. That is more than double its MRSP.

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MARCH 27, 2024

Let's face it; the RV or motorhome life can be extremely out of budget for most average Joes like myself. Well, all that changes if you own a truck. Adventurer Campers is here to show us that a fully-equipped truck camper is possible, and the 910DB is the unit to prove it all. It's quite possible that you've spotted one of their.

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JANUARY 13, 2024

Just as surprisingly as it started, Hertz's drive to go electric has ended. The car rental company announced that it's selling about a third of its EV fleet and reinvesting in gas-powered cars. Hertz cites weak demand for electric vehicles, as well as high operating costs for its EV fleet compared to ICE vehicles. continue reading. )

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MARCH 18, 2024

After a whole bunch of scoops that tricked us into thinking it was the upcoming Q9 when it was nothing more than the next-gen Q7, Audi has finally started testing its flagship crossover. This tester was immortalized doing its thing in the cold, and while it looks like a s. continue reading. )

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MAY 4, 2024

This man made his pickup truck look rusty on purpose. Now, he can't possibly keep a low profile in traffic. Some pity him believing it is actual rust, while others are amused by the design of the wrap. Because at the end of the day, it is a wrap with a 3D effect that the experts from Unplugged Performance put on the ( continue reading. )

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APRIL 15, 2024

1953 was a transition year for motoring America, and perhaps nothing represents it better than the Corvette. The new Chevrolet was not just an upheaval against sportscar imports from across the oceans but the signal of a revolution.

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APRIL 12, 2024

He paid a fortune for an ultra-rare 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition, crashed it weeks after the purchase, and then found out the car had been crashed before. The seller hid this information from him. The model had reportedly been involved in an accident in Brazil seven years before. continue reading. )

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MAY 9, 2024

Elon Musk boasted that the Cybertruck was the best apocalypse vehicle. The cruel reality is that, for many owners, the Cybertrucks are falling apart. Tesla was often criticized for its patchy build quality, although things appeared to have improved in the past few years. Those who took delivery of a Cybertruck in the early days noticed that the pi.

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Danny’s Engineportal

MARCH 9, 2024

Valve train noise, is usually due to excessive clearance, between two internal engine parts. Each valve utilizes, a valve spring that returns it to its, original closed position. So, if a valve spring has broken [.] The post Valve Train Noise – Where Is It Coming From ? – Is It Bad ? appeared first on Danny's Engineportal.

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Autoblog: Car News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Filed under: Weird Car News , Performance , Classics Continue reading McDonald's Hamburglar gets a custom 1970 Barracuda; will he drive it like he stole it? McDonald's Hamburglar gets a custom 1970 Barracuda; will he drive it like he stole it? originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 6 Feb 2024 10:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Do you feel like Mercedes does not need to prep a mid-cycle refresh for the EQS yet? So do we, but the three-pointed star brand's flagship electric sedan (technically, it is a liftback) is about to turn three in a few months. Therefore, it is about time for a facelift. continue reading. )

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MARCH 5, 2024

Mark the day of March 5, 2024, in your automotive calendars – that's when Stellantis turned the first page in its new book for American muscle cars with the all-electric and inline-six Charger fastback coupe and four-door sedan. At long last, the uncert. continue reading. )

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FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Rockstar Games sold over 195 million Grand Theft Auto V copies as of December 2023, according to an official Take-Two report. Not only that, but the entire GTA franchise has crossed the 420 million units sold threshold, making it one of the most valuable IPs in media entertainment history. GTA Online is a behemoth of a game in terms of expos.

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MAY 2, 2024

Typically, a car’s color scheme comes second to its other attributes (mostly related to the purpose for which it was built in the first place, namely to go from A to B). Leave it to its livery to cry, ‘I am become the archangel of tire destruction!

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MAY 7, 2024

As the seller, you have a right to ask however much you want for whatever it is you’re trying to pass off to someone else. However, it would behoove you to be mindful of several factors at play, such as market value, moral value, and even the medium chosen to facilitate said sale. In this case, I believe the seller got it wrong.

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Jalopnik

MAY 3, 2024

My friend group was recently looking at taking separate cars on a road trip from Los Angeles to Yosemite when we were saved from that logistical nightmare by a big Pearl Beige Metallic GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate. This Yukon is called the Ultimate for a reason; it was equipped with GM’s Super Cruise, a rear seat… Read more.

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MARCH 7, 2024

The first-ever Land Rover classic converted into an EV by Everrati has just arrived in the United States. It is called "The Polo Commission" and was handed over to a polo enthusiast, who also happens to be a big car fan. An electric Land Rover Series IIa was shipped to the US following the conversion carried out by ( continue reading. )

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APRIL 27, 2024

When it comes to amazing SUV drag races, things rarely get any better than a Ferrari Purosangue going up against a Lamborghini Urus Performante in a classic quarter-mile battle. Many mainstream language experts claim "Purosangue" is some sort of hidden Leonardo da Vinci-like code that means "thoroughbred." continue reading. ) ."

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MAY 2, 2024

The world of military drones is a very diverse one at the time of writing, and chances are the offer will continue to diversify as conflicts become more and more complicated. But many of today's drones owe their existence to the pioneers of the breed, the ones born decades ago.

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APRIL 28, 2024

It's hard not to drool like a newborn when you gander at purebred American muscle car drag racing, especially down the holy quarter-mile from the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Duking it out old-school style are the Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake and the fearsome Challenger Hellcat. Let's unpack!

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JANUARY 7, 2024

We said it before and we'll say it again: certain vehicles are best left stock, and most luxury proposals fall into this category. Sadly, not everyone agrees, hence why there are countless tuned examples cruising the roads all over the world. Whether they were built by Rolls-Royce, Bent. continue reading. )

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APRIL 1, 2024

It's not only land yachts that have lost ground to the crossover and SUV frenzy these past few years, but traditional sedans, too, alongside other body styles that don't have many inches between their bellies and the road. Fortunately, numerous companies remain committed to low-slung models, including several American ones.

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Autoblog: Car News

APRIL 16, 2024

Filed under: Government/Legal , Weird Car News , Technology , Emerging Technologies Continue reading Atlas shrugged: Boston Dynamics retires its hydraulic humanoid robot Atlas shrugged: Boston Dynamics retires its hydraulic humanoid robot originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Apr 2024 17:54:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

It's no secret that Australia is responsible for some of the RV and camper industry's most capable machines. Well, this next one is from the one and only Jayco, but the one from the land down under; their fresh CrossTrak is the object of our attention.

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DECEMBER 14, 2023

Or maybe a Continental GT Black Edition? Grand tourers still have their fair share of glory. But no, that’s not it, either. This Special Black Edition is not a car. It is honey. Yes, you read that right. Honey as in that sweet and sticky substance that sweetens your tea, for instance. As strange as it may sound, the luxury.

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DECEMBER 23, 2023

A Mercury Cougar XR-7 that spent its entire life with the same family made its way to the WWW specifically to look for a new home. The car was purchased new in Oceanside, California, in September 1972 and spent most of its time in a garage. The car has always been properly cared for, eventually being parked in storage in 1999. You can easily tell.

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APRIL 25, 2024

The demise of the Apple Car forced Apple to rethink its automotive strategy, and investing big in Apple Maps and CarPlay seems to be the chosen way to become more relevant in an unexplored world, potentially bringing home the bacon. continue reading. )

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