Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Young Professionals in the Auto care sector is the gathering place for the industry’s youngest professionals. But there’s plenty of room for it to grow. YPA chair Kari Hann sat down with Auto Service World Conversations host and YPA committee member Adam Malik to talk about her journey into the aftermarket, into the YPA — or as it was known when she first joined, the Young Executives Society — and what her goals are as chair.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

It's been almost nine months already since American bike maker Harley-Davidson pulled the wraps off the 2024 Street Glide and Road Glide motorcycles. Presented back in January as the new American Dreamin' beauties, the two grand touring machines have quickly taken their rightful place at the top of the two-wheeler food chain. And now they get a new boost in punch thanks to a very comprehensive range of accessory options that allow buyers to go full custom right off the. ( continue read

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

In this installment of Auto Remarketing’s 40 Under 40 franchise, we feature the 2024 honorees in the “40 Under 40: Industry” program, which is sponsored by IAA and focuses on consignors, auctions, auto finance, vendors, tech companies, associations and other players within the used-car space. Honorees will be recognized in the upcoming October issue of Auto Remarketing and at Used Car Week , which is being held Nov. 18-21 at the Westin Kierland Resort in Scottsdale, Ariz.

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system control module may disable the electronic stability control system. Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

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Autoblog: Maintainence

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Filed under: Car Buying , Used Car Buying , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading What is ceramic coating for cars? What is ceramic coating for cars? originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Danny’s Engineportal

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Danny's Engineportal Seeing tailpipe smoke coming from your vehicle, is a sign your engine is not operating normally. So, the first thing to do is, confirm the color of the tailpipe smoke. In other words, is it [.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Despite a growing demand for skilled trades, Generation Z remains hesitant to pursue blue-collar careers due to societal stigmas and misconceptions, according to a new report. As the U.S. grapples with an aging workforce and increasing labor shortages, the report, The Annual Blue-Collar Report: Gen Z and the Trades Need Each Other , reveals that Gen Z is wary of blue-collar careers, even as these jobs offer stability and growth.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Boeing’s first foray into manned space flight has been an unmitigated c**k up. Starliner launched to the International Space Station with two astronauts onboard in June and landed back on Earth two months later without them after issues were uncovered with the craft. Now, more problems have surfaced during Starliner’s… Read more.

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Following Cannis' retirement, Andrew Frick, president of Ford Blue, will take over in the interim while Daniel Justo steps in as vice president of the Ford Customer Service Division.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Members of the Ontario Aftermarket Retailers Association and the Ontario Automotive Aftermarket hit the links in support of AIA Canada’s High Fives for Kids Foundation. When the day wrapped up, $10,500 was raised by more than 100 golfers at the Shelburne Golf & Country Club in Melancthon, Ontario, northwest of Toronto, on Sept. 5 The day saw pros from across the aftermarket come out, from shop owners to jobbers to manufacturers and supplier reps.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

When a corporate entity acquires an entrepreneurial jobber business, the most profound impact on shops often stems from the shift in accountability and the loss of the personal, entrepreneur-to-entrepreneur relationships that once thrived. The pressures facing jobbers today are certainly real. Parts proliferating requires more and more working capital for inventory, high capital expenditure costs with constant requirements for fleet replacement and high servicing costs eating into profitability

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com E-commerce auto parts market has experienced phenomenal growth, with sales exceeding $35 billion in 2023 in the United States — a 50 per cent increase over 2020 and more than triple the 2016 volume, according to Lang Marketing’s report, “E-commerce Auto Parts Sales Triple.” Lang Marketing’s analysis divides the e-commerce auto parts market into three major categories: do-it-yourself (DIY), business-to-business (B2B), and online-to-offline (

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com The design of vehicles, including their size, shape, and technological features, profoundly affects the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users, according to Jessica Cicchino, senior vice president of research at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). One critical finding from IIHS research is that SUVs, pickups, and light vans pose a greater risk to pedestrians and cyclists compared to sedans.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com With a more complex supply chain due to more players and reduced reliance on China, the question was asked of supplier leaders if customers would be willing to pay more if it led to a stronger supply chain that was more reliable. The question was tackled by Gino Amador, president of Snap-on Equipment, and Eric Sills, CEO of Standard Motor Products during the MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Vision Conference.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

It’s that time once again — CARS magazine is looking for your nominations to select the top shop in Canada. So if you know a shop that has stood out in the last year and is going above and beyond for its customers, click here or fill out the form below to nominate them for the award, sponsored by Milwaukee Tool. We want to recognize an auto repair shop that has captured the imagination of the community with its unique approach to customer service, dedication to excellence, training and improving

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com Younger generations are leading the way in collector car enthusiasm, a recent survey has found. The survey from Hagerty, titled Future of Driving 2024 found that Gen Z is fueling a growing interest in classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. It found that 60 per cent of Gen Z respondents expressed a desire to own a classic car, a significant jump compared to 31 per cent of Baby Boomers.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) have been on the market for close to two decades, but the ‘new’ technology continues to pose challenges for several shops and tire stores. So much so that several TPMS manufacturers have come together to urge shops across North America to make sure their tools are up to date. At AAPEX 2023, representatives from Continental, Schrader TPMS Solutions, Bartec TPMS and ATEQ TPMS Tools held a press conference to raise awareness about the lack of software updates

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

While many admit to driving dangerously at times, there’s growing support for measures like speed enforcement. More than half of Ontario motorists confessed to engaging in risky driving behaviours, with younger drivers being the worst offenders, according to a recent study by CAA South Central Ontario. The study found that more than 55 per cent of Ontario drivers admitted to participating in unsafe driving practices in the past year, a number that jumps to 61 per cent among younger drivers

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Joe’s Garage is set to expand its offerings with new events, extensive hands-on training and an ADAS-focused presentation stage during the automotive aftermarket industry’s biggest annual event. Located on Level 1 of The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Joe’s Garage will serve as a comprehensive hub for automotive professionals. It will host the Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association (ATRA) Powertrain Expo, the largest gathering of transmission repair specialists globally.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

If you haven’t picked up your latest copy of CARS magazine, here’s what you’re missing out on. TMPS manufacturers warn about the fact that shops are not updating their tools. They first raised concern during AAPEX in Las Vegas last year and we caught up with representatives from the companies to dive into the problem in this issue of CARS. They speak to the challenges shops are facing when they don’t keep their tools up to date, from lost revenue to safety issues.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The first time you heard the ‘ZR1’ name was probably in the early 70s, when it was introduced as a special engine package on the third generation (C3) Corvette. GM then made us wait two more decades for what would become one of the fastest-accelerating production cars in the world. The 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 redefined expectations not only for the Corvette brand, but for U.S. carmakers in general.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

After a promising first model year for the S650 seventh-generation Ford Mustang that helped it regain its composure in the two-door RWD segment, the 2025 model year has arrived with interesting perks. On the one hand, we are eagerly expecting the odd clash between th. ( continue reading.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

When the GTO option was released as the performance package of the 1964 Pontiac LeMans, it opened the floodgates for an entirely new segment of motoring – the muscle car. Promoted to model status in 1966, the GTO itself received a high-punching package of its own in 1969: there came the Judge. Three years later, ‘His Honor’ was waving its farewell to pistons after just 11,166 examples.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Chevrolet has worked hard to have a cool SUV and crossover roster across the board – including the little Trax and Trailblazer as well as the all-new Equinox and Traverse or the refreshed Tahoe and Suburban full-sizers. But how about their trucks? While some might say the Colorado is fresh enough and the Silverados are still relevant (after all, it&#039. ( continue reading.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A guy from Houston, Texas, purchased a 2019 Cadillac CTS-V and took it straight to the tuning firm. He had no idea what he wanted but he had one thing in mind: he wanted to beat his brother’s CT-5. The 2019 Cadillac CTS-V rolled off the production line with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, ( continue reading.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The premium US automaker is truly the crown jewel of General Motors' automotive business – and it's potentially an even more complete carmaker than even Chevrolet these days, with just one glaring exception. Pound for pound, it seems that Cadillac is even better than Chevy – or it will be starting with model year 2025 when the latter. ( continue reading.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Tesla's Cybertruck does not need an introduction anymore. It has made its mark on the world, especially after it toured Europe and Asia. Some courageous customers living on the right side of the pond even found clever ways to import some units and make them road-legal. However, this particular Cybertruck is even more special than the units that left North America for good.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

In late 1961, Chevrolet made one of its historic moves on the board of all-time high-performance American motoring and released the legendary 409 V8. Only 121 were made, but the seed had been planted. The following year, big-block production increased by more than 10,000% to 15,019 motors. Critically, the rowdy V8 pared cubic inches with horsepower, thanks to a pair of four-barrel Carter carburetors.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Irvine Police Department reportedly paid $150,000 to buy a Tesla Cybertruck Foundation Series and have it modified into a police car. The PD faced instant backlash. Taxpayers are hating it and call it a "no brainer." The Police Department in Irvine, California, has just purchased a Tesla Cybertruck Foundation Series. The model is expected to join the fleet of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) unit. ( continue reading.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This 1951 Pontiac Super Deluxe Catalina had been sitting in a barn for 54 years. It belonged to a highly decorated marine, who was also a football star at the time, and was dreaming of becoming a priest. Jace Allen first spotted the Pontiac when he went cycling with his dad through the woods. They had no idea what type of car it was, they had no idea how old it was, they had no idea who it belonged to.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

This guy was one of the first customers to get their Tesla Cybertrucks. He was also one of the first to put down a deposit, right on the evening Elon Musk introduced the model up on stage in Los Angeles, when its windows were shatterd to pieces. But he didn't like it much, so tried to flip it, and eventually traded it in. Now, he found out that the dealership still hasn't sold it, and it looks like it is there to stay.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

By 1968, the American automotive industry was engaged in a fierce horsepower war, and apart from output figures, quarter-mile times separated the best from the rest. Factory-built performance rides were on the menus of several American carmakers for decades in one form or another, but 1964 signaled an unprecedented rise in popularity for such cars. It all started when ( continue reading.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Apple's fall event is around the corner, with the new-generation iPhone and Apple Watch to be announced at an event on Monday. While the focus will be on the iPhone 16 and the Apple Watch Series 10, Apple is also preparing several software announcements, including for CarPlay, and they will all be part of the next iOS update due this month. CarPlay improvements are still tied to iOS updates, so Apple needs. ( continue reading.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Tesla is preparing the last pieces of the puzzle that its robotaxi service needs to function with minimal human intervention. The EV maker filed four patents related to EV wireless charging technology, and rumors claim that the upcoming robotaxi to be unveiled in October would be the first to benefit. As Tesla announced its autonomous driving ambitions, it also wanted to figure out the solution to charging a driverless car.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Choosing the right app for a road trip is critical, especially if you drive to unfamiliar destinations where you don't know the whereabouts. Google Maps, Waze, and Apple Maps are the three top picks, so when I started planning my vacation, these were the first apps I looked into. Apple Maps was the first to be eliminated, as I still consider it useless in any region where the detailed city experience is unavailable.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

With an imposing look and a potent V8 under its humongous hood, the Plymouth Sport Fury GT was the ultimate combination between an upscale full-size coupe and a thoroughbred muscle car during the 1970 and 1971 model years. Years before American manufacturers started offering the high-powered interme. ( continue reading.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Even after writing hundreds of articles about camper vans, I still stumble upon builds with fresh ideas that deserve the spotlight. Today, I'm sharing with you a fully decked-out camper van conversion that makes full use of the space it has, both inside and outside. What we have here is a long-wheelbase ( continue reading.

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