Shop Marketing Pros
JULY 5, 2023
EPISODE: 055 – How EOS Drives SMART Marketing w/ Tim Stoll Intro Thank you to our friends at RepairPal for providing this episode. RepairPal’s Certified Network of shops are trusted by millions of customers each month. Learn more at RepairPal.com/shops. Talking Points Are you struggling to align your team and drive marketing success in your business?
Auto Service World
JULY 5, 2023
If you have customers who bought or leased a new vehicle between the late 1990s and the middle of the last decade, they could claim compensation through a series of class action lawsuits that will see pay outs following an … The post Compensation coming in OE parts price fixing scheme appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Automotive Training Centre
JULY 5, 2023
One of the perks of being an auto mechanic is the utmost freedom to decide where best to apply your skills and training. Whether you prefer the fast-paced environment of a dealership, the autonomy of a retail repair shop, the creativity of a specialty shop, the challenge of heavy-duty truck repair, or the freedom of owning your own business, there is an exciting and fulfilling career waiting for you.
Auto Service World
JULY 5, 2023
Wix Filters latest promotion incentivizes professional technicians to switch from their current filter brands to premium WIX-branded filters — and encourages DIFM consumers to choose premium service options. The “Win with WIX” promotion will see technician customers who switch to … The post New Wix promotion underway appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
JULY 5, 2023
Earlier in May, auto manufacturing giant Stellantis decided to halt all construction activities at its ambitious electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant in Windsor, Canada. The decision resulted from a disagreement with the federal government concerning subsidies, affecting the project valued at over C$5 billion ($3.74 billion). Stellantis, formed from the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Groupe PSA, had set its sights on constructing a battery plant in Windsor, which would hav
Auto Service World
JULY 5, 2023
The Canadian automotive aftermarket is maintaining its position as a “pillar of strength” and “continues to outperform” according to an analysis recently released. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reviewed the first quarter of retail sales across the entire automotive industry. While new … The post Canadian aftermarket keeps outperforming appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Remarketing
JULY 5, 2023
Editor's Note: This is a small excerpt from Cherokee Media Group's upcoming “State of the Used Car Industry” report. The full report will be available this month. The prime reason vehicles are pricier to purchase in the wholesale market and will likely remain that way for years to come? Blame lack of supply. “The mix of the (used-vehicle supply) is different overall, volume is different,” Black Book chief data science officer Alex Yurchenko said during a presentation at the NIADA Convention in J
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AutoSuccess
JULY 5, 2023
When potential customers call your dealership, you always want them to have the best experience possible. But for many reasons, it’s not always possible for employees to provide the level of service that customers expect. The challenge for dealers is to identify which parts of the phone handling process are breaking down, so they can make the necessary adjustments for improvement.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 5, 2023
A look at Dave Miller’s right forearm gives you an idea of his dedication to the tire industry. Wrapped around his arm is a massive Firestone Destination MT2 tire tread tattoo. Why that tire specifically? No reason, but it is definitely a standout feature at trade shows and industry events. “When someone is looking for me, people just say ‘Look for the dude with a tread on his arm!
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Today I learned that not only are drive-through trees a thing, but apparently jackasses with giant SUVs are muscling their way through the small openings, getting temporarily stuck. Will the wonders never cease? Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 5, 2023
Thanks to the partnership with Canadian Tire, Canadian drivers will now be able to drive on the Vredestein UHP all-season product Hypertrac. The company said the Hypertrac’s sidewall features a ripple-effect pattern that visually communicates the tire’s wet-weather capability. “It is a privilege to work with Canadian Tire as we launch Vredestein across Canada,” Abhishek Bisht, assistant vice president, said.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Dear rich people, I’ve got some sad news for you. As well as it being socially unacceptable to fly everywhere on private jets these days and increasingly risky to take some of your favorite outlandish holidays , it’s also looking like you might have missed your chance to buy a Lamborghini that doesn’t come with a plug… Read more.
RepairSmith
JULY 5, 2023
In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, finding top-notch Subaru Outback service in Seattle can sometimes be overwhelming. If you’re a proud Subaru owner, you know that taking care of your car is more than just an obligation – it’s a passion. Here at RepairSmith we understand that passion, and that is why we offer premium mobile mechanic services for your Subaru Outback here in Seattle and its surrounding areas.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Every era or place has an official car. Today’s Question Of The Day is simple: when you imagine the 2000s in your mind’s eye, those halcyon days of pop punk and bling rap, what’s the vehicle that appears? Read more.
RepairSmith
JULY 5, 2023
As a Honda Civic owner in Washington, you understand the importance of quality service to maintain your vehicle’s performance and reliability. RepairSmith brings the solution right to your doorstep with our mobile mechanic service right here in Bellevue, WA and the Greater Seattle area. Experience Unmatched Convenience with Mobile Mechanics Gone are the days when vehicle maintenance meant scheduling your day around shop visits.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
So, you thought that with the worst of the pandemic and supply shortages behind us, new car inventory would slowly get back to norma l and prices would come down, didn’t you? That’s cute. Normal economic principles no longer apply, so new cars have continued to get more expensive than ever before. That also means… Read more.
Motor Verso
JULY 5, 2023
Driving Sustainability and Innovation In an exciting turn of events, a group of 29 dedicated students from Škoda’s Vocational School… Read more » The post Škoda Students Designs a Sustainable Camper: The Roadiaq appeared first on Motor Verso.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Back in February of this year, we learned that Mercedes planned to kill off the coupe versions of the C-Class and E-Class , replacing them with a new coupe called the CLE. But we didn’t have many more details on the CLE other than that it would have two doors. Until now. Meet the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE. Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Well, we’re officially in the third quarter of 2023, which means it’s time for automakers to release their quarterly sales reports. You’ll hear all sorts of things about stock prices and profitability and EBITDA, and we’re sure that’s important stuff if you’re an important business person who has enough money to… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
What follows is your irregular check in on the state of Nikola, an EV semi startup whose founder got in quite a lot of trouble with the authorities but whose company is still somehow alive and kicking, and still publicly traded. Nikola, the company reported on Wednesday , sold 66 trucks in the second quarter of 2023,… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Late last year, we learned that Ford planned to kill the Fiesta. The American automaker had already stopped selling the Fiesta in the U.S., so it wasn’t much of a loss for us, but it did kill off any misguided hope that Ford might one day see the light and decide to give us the lovable subcompact again. Although, you… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Yesterday was the Fourth of July — a day to kick back with a beer and a burger and watch some fireworks while thinking about all the things that made the United States into the country it is today. Unfortunately, this year’s July 4 festivities were besieged by rain here in New York, so I spent my holiday doing the… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
There are signs that this bonkers car market is improving and while some brands are using incentives to make prices a bit more palpable what people are actually paying is another story. Right now most dealers know that advertised prices over MSRP isn’t the best move, so some stores are just moving these markups to a… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Good morning! It’s Wednesday, July 5, 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.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Aston Martin may be best known for its two-door models, but that doesn’t mean it only builds coupes and convertibles. You can, of course, buy an Aston Martin crossover now, and for about a decade, there was the four-door Aston Martin Rapide. There was also the Lagonda Taraf that Aston Martin never sold here. But odds… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Tires may be the most important part of your car, but for most people , buying tires is annoying at best and super frustrating at worst. This is compounded if you’re a car enthusiast and buying performance tires because you have so much information to contend with, and so much of it is subjective. Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
If you’re here at Jalopnik, there’s a good chance you like cars. Whether it’s driving them , talking about them or watching them race , we all came here because we’re fans. But surely we can still appreciate the dangers of driving, can’t we? Well, a new study says we might not and, in fact, it looks like we’re all… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Earlier today, Formula 1 announced its 2024 calendar, which is particularly notable thank to the fact that the series is claiming that it is a “ regionalized ” calendar. Basically, that means all races in, say, Europe should take place in a cluster, while the races in Asia take place in a different cluster, all to… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Today’s Nice Price or No Dice 924 comes from the last year of production and with the ’S’ model it arguably went out with a bang. Let’s see if this slightly tired edition still offers some good bang for your buck. Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Earlier this week, we asked readers what cars they would like to be buried in. While vehicular burials occasionally happen, many commenters sensibly noted that they would never want to be laid to rest inside a car. However, plenty of people were willing to throw in their two cents on vehicles they wanted to take out… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Swedish automaker Koenigsegg has made a name for itself building bonkers bedroom poster cars. Since launching the CC8S in 2002 , the company has had a string of insanely-engineered supercars capable of blistering speeds and packing in eye-watering performance figures. But one place these cars never proved themselves… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
If you have ever flown with a commercial airline, you have inevitably debated how you will bring your clothes with you. The debate usually boils down to either cramming all your clothes into your free carry-on or paying for a checked bag. Even if cost isn’t an issue, it can be a gamble if your checked luggage will… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Last week, Tesla CEO Elon Musk took to Twitter with a classically off-the-cuff announcement: The next version of the company’s error-ridden , untrustworthy , and downright dangerous “Full Self-Driving” software beta wouldn’t be a beta at all — it would be a full, stable release. This came as a shock to anyone watching… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
For as long as there have been people, there have been the adventurous types. You know, the individuals that will push things closer and closer to the edge to get their kicks. These are the kinds of people that climb mountains, trek to the poles and undertake all manner of outlandish expeditions. Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
We don’t talk about Fiat enough, but that’s not our fault. Right now, the brand’s entire American slate consists of the Fiat 500X , which is staring death in the face, and all we’re certain to receive in the next couple of years is the new electric 500. The Fiat Topolino — a “quadricycle” under European law that… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Aerial surveillance in policing has always been a touchy subject , mostly because it’s largely unconstitutional. While most departments have eased up on doing such things, others are flipping the situation and using tech for something beneficial. NBC News reports the city of Santa Monica is one of a few cities in… Read more.
Jalopnik
JULY 5, 2023
Stocks are usually determined by some imaginary numbers, until analysts say they're not, which has so far greatly benefited the American EV maker.
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