Brake & Front End

MAY 10, 2024

Cal Ganda’s path from Zimbabwe to leading aftermarket distribution at Continental’s ContiTech Group is a testament to seizing opportunities and embracing change. Arriving in the U.S. in 1998 for university, he ventured into food manufacturing post-graduation before diving into consulting. A chance encounter with Continental during a consulting project in Mexico led Cal to discover an opportunity in tire assembly supervision in Charlotte.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 10, 2024

If you are contemplating a career in auto body estimating training or are already engaged in the field, understanding the latest technological tools greatly enhances your efficiency and ensures the security of vital data. DataTouch LLC’s recent launch of the Data Pump Manager introduces a revolutionary tool designed to transform how auto body shops manage and protect their estimating and repair data.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 10, 2024

Intelligent power management company Eaton announced it has been selected by a leading manufacturer of electrified vehicles to “supply a unique ELocker differential system for use on a new plug-in electric hybrid (PHEV) SUV.” Unlike traditional PHEVs, which use an electric motor and internal combustion engine to power all the drive wheels, the new model leverages an electric motor to power the rear wheels and an electric motor or an optional internal combustion engine (ICE) driving t

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Auto Service World

MAY 10, 2024

Oakville, Ontario is the new home for a satellite warehouse from Vast-Auto Distribution. In an announcement about the expansion last week, the company said the added facility — west of Toronto and the fifth in Ontario — is part of … The post New Vast-Auto satellite warehouse announced appeared first on Auto Service World.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

The employees of the Toyota Kentucky plant cheered as the first new-generation Toyota Camry rolled off the production line. The facility is Toyota's longest-running vehicle manufacturing center in the United States and the largest in the world. The first Toyota Camry for the US market rolled off the production line. ( continue reading.

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Auto Service World

MAY 10, 2024

While new vehicle sales have seen growth in the first quarter of 2024, there is a more nuanced story happening at the segment level. And it’s cause for concern for a leading industry observer. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants has found significant … The post Luxury, mass market vehicle sales diverge appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Jalopnik

MAY 10, 2024

The hits just keep on coming with the Tesla Cybertruck. Yet another owner has reported having problems mere miles after picking up their brand new, low-resolution electric pickup. Read more.

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Arizona Automotive Institute

MAY 10, 2024

Diesel Truck Technicians can help keep our economy moving by maintaining, repairing, and diagnosing issues with diesel engines. This equipment can be found in large commercial vehicles such as semi-trucks, school buses, and delivery trucks. Deciding to become a Diesel Truck Technician can be a rewarding choice for those interested in working with their hands and heavy-duty equipment.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

Plenty of automotive and tech journos dismissed the Ocean as nothing more than a half-baked electric vehicle with ludicruously bad infotainment software, poor driving range compared to direct competitors, and so forth. Owners were screwed at least twice by the troubled company: first by pitiful customer experience, and secondly due to pitiful resale values caused by colossal price slashes.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 10, 2024

Check out this in-depth look at the Autel IA900 Alignment and ADAS calibration frame solution. First, we’ll examine the three IA900 shop solution packages, followed by a step-by-step walkthrough of the Autel diagnostics and ADAS calibration process. This video is sponsored by Autel. The post The Autel IA900 appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

It’s not that hard getting someone to bite on a nice 1969 Mustang Mach 1. These are some of the most desirable American classics out there, and if you don’t mess up the spec in any way, somebody will come along and ask you if you’re interested in selling the car. That is not at all what happened here. This particular ‘69 Mach 1 Mustang was up for grabs at auction until recently, but nearly didn& ( continue reading.

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AutoSuccess

MAY 10, 2024

BendPak introduced its brand new, patent pending Octoflex Series concept lift at the NADA Show this year. The new BendPak lift is a two post lift with eight arms. The extra arms are very helpful in lifting any vehicle, providing easy access for work and maintenance underneath a car. The Octoflex Series concept lift also has foldable and extendable arms.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

Introduced in 1964, the Pontiac GTO soldiered on for three generations until the company assigned the badge to the Ventura compact. Of the three versions, the first two are arguably the most desirable iterations of the GTO, and both include a few gems that tend to break the bank. The 1964-1966 Tri-Power is one of them. ( continue reading.

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AutoSuccess

MAY 10, 2024

Susan Givens, publisher of AutoSuccess , has a discussion with Sean Price, director of sales operations at BendPak , about the groundbreaking Octa-Flex Series concept two-post lift. Price introduces the lift as a world-first with eight lifting arms, emphasizing its innovative design and functionality. The concept behind Octa-Flex draws parallels to automakers’ use of concept cars to showcase cutting-edge technology.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

When the Challenger hit showroom floors in the fall of 1969 as an all-new 1970 model, Chrysler expected to send 200,000 Dodge ponies to new homes. Mother Mopar offered its newborn broad access to its equipment, trim, and power wardrobes, from the top-of-the-line R/T SE with a 426 Hemi to the lowly coupes to ensure that all pockets could afford the debuting E-body automobile.

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AutoSuccess

MAY 10, 2024

BendPak is showcasing the Octa-Flex Series, a new concept in vehicle lift technology. The lift, equipped with eight arms, will still work as a traditional two-post lift. Demonstrating its versatility, BendPak Director of Sales Operations Sean Price starts by stowing away the arms, revealing the familiar functionality of a two-post lift. Price shows off the primary lifting arms, highlighting technology inherited from BendPak’s AP series introduced at NADA show 2023.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

Everyone with a passion for all things automotive likes quarter-mile drag races, but Edmunds does it a little better than everyone else. Their U-drag format comprises a standing start to see which car is quicker to 60 miles per hour (97 kilometers per hour) and over the quarter, a hard braking zone, a 180-degree turn, and a sprint back to the start-finish line.

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Auto Remarketing

MAY 10, 2024

The number of battery-electric vehicles sold at auction through April is nearly double the amount sold in the first four months of 2023, and prices for EVs have declined at a faster rate than the overall market. That’s according to respective wholesale car market analyses by the National Auto Auction Association and Cox Automotive. NAAA’s AuctionNet data shows there have been 32,200 BEV sales at auction year-to-date through April, which is a 93% increase.

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AutoSuccess

MAY 10, 2024

Healey Brothers , the Hudson Valley’s largest automotive group with nine dealerships, celebrated the opening of the all-new Healey Hyundai on May 2, showcasing a spacious, top-tier location in Fishkill, New York, that represents a $20 million investment to ensure an elite experience for customers. “This is a momentous event in honor of an exceptional auto dealership in every way conceived to achieve the ultimate experience for each and every customer, whether buying, leasing or having an auto se

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

After Ubisoft pulled the plug on the online-only first Crew game from 2014 a short while back, players gathered in droves to review-bomb the latest iteration, Motorfest, on Steam. It currently has a 55% Mixed score. Their dissatisfaction came from Ubisoft's disregard for players still playing The Crew. People can't access the game offline, so when the guillotine fell, so did any chance of anyone playing the game ever again.

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RB Auto Service

MAY 10, 2024

Your European vehicle’s engine is a finely tuned machine with exceptional performance and reliability. However, like all complex systems, it requires regular maintenance and occasional repairs to operate at its best. Here’s what you need to know about engine repair for European vehicles. Diagnosing Engine Issues When your European vehicle’s engine isn’t performing as it should, it’s essential to diagnose the issue accurately.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

The Netherlands is home to some of the world's top maritime companies, with the local shipbuilders specializing in large superyachts. With a strong reputation thanks to high quality standards and timely deliveries, the Dutch maritime industry is second only to Italy in Europe, and global demand for Dutch superyachts is steadily growing. Some of the most striking superyachts have been built in the Netherlands, and. ( continue reading.

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AutoSuccess

MAY 10, 2024

Timothy Yalich is Head of Motor Vehicle Strategy for Wolters Kluwer, and Jessica Gonzalez is VP of Customer Success, Lending at Informed.IQ. As the automotive industry evolves, so do the challenges facing auto dealers and lenders. In today’s market, dealers and lenders are encountering an array of obstacles, from rising competition and shifting consumer preferences to economic uncertainties.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

Ever since SpaceX made reusability the most desirable trait of a spacefaring operation, all the companies working in this industry have shifted their attention toward making hardware that can fly to space more than once. And that includes a crew called Rocket Lab. Officially a launch service provider, ( continue reading.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 10, 2024

BK T has released its PowerTrailer SR 331 all-steel radial tire, which was announced a few months ago and is taking the field among the company’s flagship products. The tire manufacturer has a portfolio of more than 3,600 products. According to BKT, the PowerTrailer SR 331 is a solution designed to meet the needs that are typical of trailer and tanker transport applications and is particularly suitable for road transport operations. “PowerTrailer SR 331 is an innovative solution in terms o

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

Some travel trailers redefine what we're used to. That said, Mammoth Overland has just unveiled its TL model, codenamed Tall Boy; you can see why it's called that. It's time to dive into a different kind of travel trailer experience, one that could very well set a new benchmark for North America's off-grid industry. If the name Mammoth Overland sounds familiar, it's typically because this crew has been in the news. ( continue reading.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 10, 2024

Check out this in-depth look at the Autel IA900 Alignment and ADAS calibration frame solution. First, we’ll examine the three IA900 shop solution packages, followed by a step-by-step walkthrough of the Autel diagnostics and ADAS calibration process. This video is sponsored by Autel. The post The Autel IA900 appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

Eight Ferraris. A Lamborghini. Three Mercedes-Benzes. All disintegrated within a fraction of a second. The world's most expensive car crash took place on an expressway in Japan in December 2011 in a chain-reaction smash. It was mostly scratches and bruises for the occupants, but we can’t possibly say the same about their super-expensive exotics.

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AutoSuccess

MAY 10, 2024

Through the power of technology and AI, inride’s new consumer-to-dealer app is revolutionizing the automotive industry by offering customers the option to auction their cars to the highest bidding dealership and provide dealers with unprecedented access to quality pre-owned inventory. The new inride auction app launched May 1, 2024. “We are thrilled to now bring car owners and dealers together through a unique online auto auction experience, ensuring customers the ability to cash

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

Tesla considers FSD V12.3.6 a mature build and is moving everyone, including the ones with older software limited to V11.4.9. The change comes with software update 2024.14.5, which rolls out to customers with 2024.14, 2024.3, and 2024.8 builds. Tesla Full Self-Driving has made substantial progress in the first months of 2024, making Elon Musk confident that the software is ready for wider deployment to the Tesla fleet.

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C and C Automotive

MAY 10, 2024

Your vehicle’s suspension system is subjected to constant wear and tear, especially if you frequently drive on rough roads or encounter potholes. Over time, various issues may arise that affect your vehicle’s handling, comfort, and safety. Understanding common suspension problems and their solutions can help you address issues promptly and keep your vehicle in top condition.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

It's nothing new that they do things a bit differently in Europe. With that in mind, I've decided to shed some much-deserved light on a crew dubbed Globe-Traveller. After this one, folks, some of us might be moving to Poland. The glorious machine, or rather, machines before us, are nothing more than Globe-Traveller's Falcon Series, a lineup of camper vans that present themselves like very few on the market if any at all.

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Louisville Automotive Shop

MAY 10, 2024

Oil changes are more than just routine maintenance; they are crucial for the health and longevity of your engine. Let’s explore why oil changes are essential for safeguarding your engine’s well-being: Vital Lubrication Engine oil reduces friction between moving parts and prevents excessive wear. Proper lubrication maintains engine performance and prevents premature component failure.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

There's splurging and then there's Kris Singh and his very unique – and quite awesome – idea of car customization. Make that hypercar customization because we're talking about a Pagani Utopia that should be delivered within the next year. Kris Singh is a name that probably doesn't need much of an introduction to hypercar enthusiasts.

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Scotty's Automotive Services

MAY 10, 2024

As the temperatures rise in the summer months, ensure your car’s radiator is well-maintained to prevent overheating and maintain optimal performance. Here are some essential tips to help your radiator function efficiently during the hot summer days: Check Coolant Levels Regularly Before the summer heat sets in, check your coolant levels and ensure they are topped up to the correct level.

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autoevolution

MAY 10, 2024

Kia and Hyundai are among the few global automakers who don't worry about the recent EV market slowdown and push through with their battery-powered zero emissions vehicle plans. Kia is a bit ahead of schedule, it seems, because it already has the Soul EV, Niro EV, EV6, and EV9 on sale across various markets, and the EV5 is coming soon. Even more so, the South Korean au. ( continue reading.

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Motor Verso

MAY 10, 2024

The last thing you want to do when you head out on a drive is to end up with your… Read more » The post 3 Reasons to Have a Tow Truck on Speed Dial appeared first on Motor Verso.

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