December, 2023

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Financial concerns have some debating winter tires

Auto Service World

A survey from the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada found that financial pressures are causing some drivers to have doubts about investing in winter tires. About one in three (31 per cent) of respondents said they are now less … The post Financial concerns have some debating winter tires appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Axle Torque Procedures

Brake & Front End

The physics of all threaded fasteners are the same. As the bolt and nut are turned, the spiral threads convert rotational force into a linear force that creates clamping loads. When a threaded fastener is tightened, it stretches. Since metal is elastic, even greater clamping loads are generated. The threads also generate friction that keeps the assembly together.

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3 Reasons To Start Hybrid And Electrical Mechanic Training In 2024

Automotive Training Centre

Automotive technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, and the automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation. While the industry remains as diverse and dynamic as ever, the shift towards greener and more sustainable transportation has increased the demand for skilled professionals in hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics. This represents an exciting and potentially rewarding opportunity for professionals in this niche.

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Boeing Exits Air Force’s ‘Doomsday Plane’ Competition: Report

The Drive

In a surprising development in the program, Boeing has reportedly been dropped from the competition to build a successor to the U.S. Air Force’s E-4B Nightwatch ‘Doomsday Plane.’ If true, the latest move would appear to leave the door wide open for Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) to provide the Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) that will supersede the E-4B, which is based on a Boeing 747-200 airframe.

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Tesla Offers $1,000 To Cybertruck Reservation Holders To Get A Different Tesla

Jalopnik

Tesla is offering a $1,000 discount to Cybertruck reservation holders who place an order or lease for another model. The new discount does raise a few questions in the wake of the Cybertruck Delivery Event. Why would someone purchasing a Cybertruck want to buy another vehicle immediately? How long are reservation… Read more.

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Tesla Denies Battery Pack Replacement to 2021 Model 3 Owner Left Stranded Twice

autoevolution

Ryan Thomas was a Tesla supporter long before he purchased his used 2021 Model 3 RWD with 15,000 miles on March 29, 2022. He said his battery electric vehicle (BEV) has a promised EPA range of 272 miles, which it never achieved. The good thing was that it was more than enough for Thomas to travel from Babcock Ranch to his work in Sarasota, Florida, and back.

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From the Magazine: Chemical reaction

Auto Service World

By understanding the chemistry, we better understand the fire risks and how to respond when there’s a fire The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> Chemical reaction appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Adjusting Fleet Practices to Address High-Risk Driving

Automotive Fleet

Prioritizing safety over speed and convenience can significantly reduce collisions. Here are ways to impress this mandate on your fleet drivers.

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How The Navy Got Its P-8A Poseidon Out Of The Water In Hawaii

The Drive

USN The U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol plane that ended up in Hawaii’s Kaneohe Bay on November 20 is finally out of the water. The plane was floated from where it had come to rest using inflatable airbags and then slowly rolled – sometimes at a pace of just five feet per hour – across those bags back onto the runway. Much of the aircraft remains intact, including its landing gear, and the Navy is hopeful that it can return to service after what are expected to be significant repai

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President Biden Guilty Of Helping Hunter Biden Buy Ford Raptor With Dirty Chinese Money Or Something

Jalopnik

If you’re not glued to your television screen and mainlining Fox News 24 hours a day, it can be hard to keep up with all the nefarious things that President Biden is accused of doing. Apparently, he’s incredibly corrupt, and, in fact, he’s so corrupt that no one can even find actual evidence of his corruption. Don’t… Read more.

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Lamborghini Broken Down in the Fast Lane of a Highway Gets Rear-Ended Hard by an SUV

autoevolution

Stopping your car in the fast lane of a multi-lane highway gives the car practically no chance to drive off in one piece. It happened to a Lamborghini, which broke down during a highway drive somewhere in China. The supercar was rear-ended at high speed by an SUV. The Lamborghini Hur. ( continue reading.

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EV chargers unevenly distributed across Canada

Auto Service World

Electric vehicle chargers for passenger EVs installed as part of the national infrastructure program are too concentrated in a small number of provinces, according to a recent audit. Furthermore, there is no data to show where the biggest gaps are. … The post EV chargers unevenly distributed across Canada appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Continental to Include Tread Wear Indicators on ContiPT18

Tire Review Magazine

Continental updated its ContiPT18 solid tire for material handling applications to now include tread wear indicators. According to the manufacturer, tread wear indicators provide information about the condition of the tire and indicate when the tread no longer meets the minimum depth. Furthermore, Continental announced eight new tire sizes for Q2 2024.

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RouteOne, Vision Dealer Solutions Go Digital

AutoSuccess

RouteOne and Vision Dealer Solutions have announced a new digital document-sharing experience between their software platforms. The new integration enables users to seamlessly pass deal forms and contracts between RouteOne and VisionMenu for eSignature and electronic storage. Dealers can sell F&I products in VisionMenu and pass product contracts to RouteOne for eSignature and funding packets.

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Russian Su-24 Shot Down Over Black Sea Points To Tactical Shift

The Drive

The Sukhoi Su-24M (NATO code - Fencer) supersonic, all-weather attack aircraft / interdictor of Russian Air Force in flight. (Photo by: aviation-images.com/Universal Images Group via Getty Images). aviation-images.com/Universal Images Group via Getty Images The Ukrainian Air Force claims to have shot down a Russian Su-24M Fencer swing-wing attack jet flying over the western end of the Black Sea near the famed Snake Island.

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EVs Are Losing Half Their Value In Just Three Years

Jalopnik

Good morning! It’s Monday, December 4, 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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Super-Luxurious Mercedes-Maybach S 600 Pullman Demands Access to Your Bank Account

autoevolution

Three brands come to mind immediately when speaking about high-end luxury sedans: Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and Mercedes-Maybach. Nonetheless, some would argue that the latter cannot compete with the former two, as its proposals are normal Benz S-Classes with extra appointments. Truth be told, it is hard to compete against the likes of the Bentley Flying Spur and Rolls-Royce Ghost with the ( continue reading.

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What you can’t do after you’ve quoted a customer

Auto Service World

Many sales advisors make the mistake of delivering the price to the customer … and then leave them in stunned silence. Tom Amero, certified elite trainer at Elite, a training company that works with the automotive aftermarket, calls it a … The post What you can’t do after you’ve quoted a customer appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Continental to Include Tread Wear Indicators on ContiPT18

Tire Review Magazine

Continental updated its ContiPT18 solid tire for material handling applications to now include tread wear indicators. According to the manufacturer, tread wear indicators provide information about the condition of the tire and indicate when the tread no longer meets the minimum depth. Furthermore, Continental announced eight new tire sizes for Q2 2024.

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How Will the UAW Strike’s Impact Affect Fleets?

Automotive Fleet

Vehicle supply seems to be less of an issue, while the effects on new-vehicle costs will manifest in the longer term.

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F-35C With Mirror-Like Coating Photographed Aboard Carrier

The Drive

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sonny Escalante The sudden arrival of mirror-like coatings on all of America’s stealthy tactical jets (F-22, F-35, F-117) definitely grabbed a lot of interest starting in late 2021 and appeared repeatedly through 2022 in various forms. But all the known instances of combat aircraft receiving these exotic treatments, which are thought to decrease the signature of the aircraft, most likely in the infrared spectrum, have been on examples

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If Dealers Don't Want To Sell EVs, Let Manufacturers Sell Them Direct To Consumers

Jalopnik

A lot of car dealers don’t have much interest in selling EVs ; some are politically opposed to the idea on its face, some just don’t want to make the massive investment their brands are demanding to update their stores to EV readiness and some are just philosophically opposed to learning anything about products and… Read more.

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1987 Oldsmobile 442 in Excellent Condition Packs Super Rare and Forgotten Option

autoevolution

Introduced in 1964 as a competitor for the performance-oriented Pontiac GTO, the Oldsmobile 442 quickly became one of Oldsmobile's most successful nameplates. As a result, the company kept it in continuous production through 1980. Like most intermediates from the era, the 442 moved away from the muscl. ( continue reading.

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Epicor introduces predictive analytics solutions

Auto Service World

Epicor has introduced two industry-first analytics solutions that enable automotive replacement parts distributors and vehicle service/repair businesses to predict likely future demand based on sophisticated new data models. The new solutions, Epicor Predictive Inventory Assistant (PIA) and Predictive Maintenance Assistant … The post Epicor introduces predictive analytics solutions appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Engine Coolant Antifreeze – Engine Cooling And Testing Made Easy

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Automotive Engine Problems Danny Bender Engine Coolant Antifreeze – Engine Cooling And Testing Made Easy Danny's Engineportal The job of engine coolant antifreeze, is to protect the engine, from severe temperature and corrosion. Always flush and replace your engine coolant antifreeze, at recommended intervals.

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Watch as we Build a Roll Cage from Scratch

Eastwood

If you want to get serious about racing, you’re going to need safety equipment. And one of the most important devices is a proper roll cage. It not only protects the driver in a serious rollover crash but also serves as the most secure mounting point for the safety harness. And as an added bonus, it stiffens the chassis for improved handling. One of Eastwood’s own engineers, Nick, is an avid motorsport enthusiast, using his personal VW GTI for track day events.

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World’s Largest Plane Is One Step Closer To Launching A Hypersonic Vehicle

The Drive

Stratolaunch The first powered example of Stratolaunch’s Talon-A reusable hypersonic vehicle has taken to the air for a captive-carry flight under the wing of the same company’s enormous Roc , the largest plane ever flown. As we have discussed in the past, Stratolaunch is working for the U.S. military on a target that will mimic hypersonic threats to support the development of new defensive capabilities, and which is expected to be a Talon-A derivative or at least utilize some of the same techno

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Porsche Built A 911 With Portal Axles To Go Where Unimogs Can't Reach

Jalopnik

No car has ever driven at higher altitude than this 992-generation Porsche 911 Carrera 4S with portal axles. On Saturday the Porsche crew, led by racing driver Romain Dumas, reached the highest peak of the west ridge of the Ojos del Salado volcano in Chile, after doing an exploratory run up to 19,000 feet in 2022.… Read more.

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Rivian R1S Owner Discovers Fast Charging Is Costly, Won't Take the EV On Long Trips Again

autoevolution

Early adopters had a good run. Fast charging was free or very cheap for a couple of years. But now, things are changing. With very few exceptions, gas has gotten cheaper. It might even enter a downtrend soon. Electricity dispensed by DC chargers has not. EV owners like this Rivian R1S customer must deal with the new reality and adapt. However, they still have a way to keep EV ownership costs low.

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CRC updates GDI service pack

Auto Service World

CRC Industries introduced an improved version of the CRC GDI Service Pack with a newly reformulated version of the CRC GDI IVD Intake Valve and Turbo Cleaner. The reformulated cleaner now removes up to 68% of carbon deposits in one … The post CRC updates GDI service pack appeared first on Auto Service World.

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This Toyota Land Cruiser is so light it can be picked up by two people

Autoblog: Car News

Filed under: Weird Car News , Toyota , Off-Road Vehicles Continue reading This Toyota Land Cruiser is so light it can be picked up by two people This Toyota Land Cruiser is so light it can be picked up by two people originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Dec 2023 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Top Dead Center – Is When The Piston, Is At The Top Of Its Stroke

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Automotive Engine Problems Danny Bender Top Dead Center – Is When The Piston, Is At The Top Of Its Stroke Danny's Engineportal Top Dead Center (TDC) refers to, the point when the piston is at the absolute top, of its stroke. So, a piston can be at Top Dead Center (TDC), on the compression stroke or on [.

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Massive PL-17 Air-To-Air Missile Seen On Chinese J-16 Fighters

The Drive

PLAAF China has released a photo of its J-16 Flanker derivatives armed-up with air-to-air missiles. The most impressive loud-out shown out of a quartet (division) of J-16s in an overhead break pattern includes the huge PL-17 (also referred to as the PL-XX or PL-20) long-range air-to-air missile. The image shows the formation of four jets with varying configurations of air-to-air missiles, two of which are particularly impressive.

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Air Traffic Controllers' Mental And Physical Health Is Dangling By Thread

Jalopnik

The aviation industry has dealt with severe personnel shortages since the start of the coronavirus pandemic back in 2020. Specifically, continues to be a dire need for air traffic controllers. The New York Times spoke with current and retired air traffic controllers to illustrate how awful the present situation is for… Read more.

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1970 Dodge Super Bee Has It All: Big-Block V8, 4-Speed Manual, High-Impact Color

autoevolution

What is the perfect golden-era muscle car Mopar? I'm pretty sure most answers would include the word "HEMI" in them, and I totally get it. The 426-cubic-inch (7.0-liter) HEMI V8 is not only the most iconic Chrysler engine ever, but it's also a rare and sought-after powerplant. ( continue reading.

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From the Magazine: 5 common dynamic pricing myths

Auto Service World

The goal is to optimize revenue and profit for every scenario. Each input needs to be balanced against the other to achieve the desired optimization — the emphasis is on the optimization, not the influencing factors. The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> 5 common dynamic pricing myths appeared first on Auto Service World.

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'GOBLUE' gone: Michigan grad sues after state gives away his license plate

Autoblog: Car News

Filed under: Government/Legal , Weird Car News Continue reading 'GOBLUE' gone: Michigan grad sues after state gives away his license plate 'GOBLUE' gone: Michigan grad sues after state gives away his license plate originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 2 Dec 2023 07:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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