Auto Service World
JANUARY 4, 2024
Art Turney’s Garage has been a key part of its community — and by no accident. It’s now the 2023 Shop of the Year winner The post <span style=color:#ff0000>Shop of the Year:</span> Building Trust appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 4, 2024
Courtesy of Engine Builder One of the best parts about the PRI show for many people is getting a chance to catch up with folks you might not have seen much throughout the year. It serves as a reunion of sorts. One person I always enjoy catching up with and seeing what new engine goodies he’s cooked up over the year is Jeremy Wagler of Wagler Competition Products.
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Auto Service World
JANUARY 4, 2024
Despite economic uncertainties and record-high vehicle prices, recent data show optimistic consumer sentiment when shopping for a new vehicle. AutoTrader recently released insights into Canadian vehicle shopper preferences for 2023. The Top Searched Vehicles list on AutoTrader for 2023 showed … The post The vehicles Canadians preferred in 2023 appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 4, 2024
Courtesy of The Buzz EV News by Christian Hinton A new study commissioned by engineered battery materials company Ascend Elements found that 71% of U.S. adults say they are concerned about disposal of used EV batteries, up from 54% in 2022. About 56% of survey respondents say EV batteries will cause “toxic landfills,” up from 48% in 2022. These concerns may be linked to a fundamental misunderstanding about the recyclability of EV batteries, Ascend said.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 4, 2024
Over the years, truck rental companies have catered to the varying needs of businesses. In fact, a lot of small businesses owe their success to such truck rental services, as they helped the businesses meet their transportation needs without the … The post Title: How Rental Trucks Cater to Varying Business Demands? appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 4, 2024
Using automotive A/C manifold gauges might seem intimidating at first. But, they are easy to master. Manifold gauges measure the pressures of the vehicle’s high and low ports. They also can be used to top off the refrigerant under specific conditions when a recycle and recovery machine is unavailable. A basic gauge set will have three basic components.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 4, 2024
Over the years, truck rental companies have catered to the varying needs of businesses. In fact, a lot of small businesses owe their success to such truck rental services, as they helped the businesses meet their transportation needs without the … The post How Rental Trucks Cater to Varying Business Demands? appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 4, 2024
Modern brake pad wear sensors can do more than just warn the driver of a worn brake pad. These new wear sensors work with the rest of the brake system and can estimate the mileage until the brake pads wear out. On most German nameplates, there are brake pad wear sensors. These are more than just wires that break when the last 3 mm to 5 mm of pad material make contact with the rotor.
Brake & Front End
JANUARY 4, 2024
Courtesy of The Buzz EV News by Christian Hinton A new study commissioned by engineered battery materials company Ascend Elements found that 71% of U.S. adults say they are concerned about disposal of used EV batteries, up from 54% in 2022. About 56% of survey respondents say EV batteries will cause “toxic landfills,” up from 48% in 2022. These concerns may be linked to a fundamental misunderstanding about the recyclability of EV batteries, Ascend said.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
Tesla Cybertruck's range failed to impress, mostly because the 4680 cells did not live up to expectations. However, Tesla continues to improve the chemistry and the manufacturing process. Chemistry improvements promise a 10-20 percent boost in energy density, which Cybertruck fans would much appreciate. Tesla bet the house on the success of its 4680 cells.
AutoSuccess
JANUARY 4, 2024
Today’s service directors and managers know that today’s customers expect a high level of service when they choose to take their vehicle to the dealership. With thousands of customers coming though their service lanes every year, Mike Thomas, service director for Toyota of Murfreesboro in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, wanted to make sure they could deliver on those expectations while inspecting 100% of the vehicles that came through their doors.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
Quite a lot of 'zombie' cars were sold across the US market last year, including one heroic Alfa Romeo 4C, two Dodge Vipers, and five Acura NSX hybrids! However, despite its age, the 2024 Nissan GT-R wasn't among them. In fact, we saw a noticeable uptick in 'for. ( continue reading.
Autoblog: Maintainence
JANUARY 4, 2024
Filed under: Commerce , Maintenance , Ownership , Autoblog Minute , Videos , Original Video Why live with scratches in your paint? Continue reading The best car scratch removers of 2024 The best car scratch removers of 2024 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 4 Jan 2024 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
Manufactured by Subaru at the Ota assembly plant in the Gunma Prefecture, the BRZ-twinned Toyota GR86 outsold the Subaru-branded sibling and the Mazda MX-5 in the United States market. According to Toyota, the GR86 moved 11,078 units in 2023. Subaru's sales release reads 4,188 units of the BRZ, whereas the MX-5 sold 8,973 examples of the breed.
CATI
JANUARY 4, 2024
The exterior materials used in vehicles enhance aesthetics and ensure durability, safety, and performance. From traditional metals to innovative composites, the choice of materials significantly impacts a vehicle’s overall design and functionality. If you’re considering an auto body career, knowing the properties of different vehicle exterior materials will help you understand the best products and techniques for each situation.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
For the largest part of its existence, the Prius was hampered by its exterior design. The sedan-bodied first generation was – hands down – the ugliest duckling of the bunch. The Prius grew larger for the second generation, which kickstarted the hatchback trend for the best-selling hybrid vehicle of all time. Be that as it may, the Prius continued to be ridiculed for its exterior design.
Automotive Fleet
JANUARY 4, 2024
It's a new year, so let's take a look what where fuel prices currently stand in the U.S.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
The Chevelle was great, but the SS 396 turned it into a head-turning machine, always prepared to transform a simple ride to the supermarket into a thrilling experience. The sporty upgrades, which included reinforced frames, new suspension, and a hood scoop whose only role was to look good, worked like a charm, with the Chevelle SS rapidly becoming an intriguing model in the Chevelle lineup.
Automotive Fleet
JANUARY 4, 2024
Cox Automotive welcomes a return to normalcy after four years of everything but normal, with nothing in the data suggesting vehicle market surges in any direction.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
This is the first Aston Martin Valkyrie Spider that was delivered to a customer in the United Kingdom. The model is going to be part of a super special collection, as the owner also has a Coupe, plus a DB5, and two Ferraris. The first Valkyrie Spider in the UK was delivered via Aston Martin Nottingham with somewhat of a delay. Deliveries were supposed to start in last quarter of 2022, but production started late and, subsequentl. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
JANUARY 4, 2024
Mullen Automotive's three latest achievements in EV production and deliver for January.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
It's not a secret that the days of GPS navigators are already numbered, but TomTom, one of the biggest navigation companies and one of the few still investing in this product category has recently decided to partially quit the business and focus on what brings home the bacon. GPS navigators were once the only way to navigate to a destination safer and more conveniently (though not necessarily faster, given they did not use live traff. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 4, 2024
Whether it comes down to a trend of buyers seeking bigger batteries , public DC fast chargers not delivering the speeds they advertise, or lack of knowledge of fast charging practices, it’s taking 42 minutes for the average EV to charge up. A study from Energetics covering 2.4 million charging sessions over a… Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
2023 was equally good and bad for the pony car and muscle car genres. For starters, Mustang and Camaro sales are up 2.2 and 25.9 percent, respectively, over 2022. The bad news is that both the Camaro and Challenger ended production in December 2023. Despite being hampered by multiple problems at launch, including ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 4, 2024
2023 has officially come to a close, which means it’s time for us to dig through yearly sales reports for fun tidbits. For example, did you know that despite Chevrolet killing off the Bolt , sales increased 63 percent compared to 2022? Or that Miata sales were also up nearly 50 percent ? What’s less fun, though, is that… Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
The end of 2023 came with a lot of sad news for car enthusiasts. Chevrolet pulled the plug on the sixth-gen Camaro with no direct successor in sight for the foreseeable future, and Dodge dropped the aging Challenger and Charger duo. Nevertheless, all three models are still very capable of standing ne. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 4, 2024
In general, when you have a child, you want to do your level best to keep them alive. That’s a given, right? And, it should be said, you want to give them an opportunity to have fun and be a kid. This three-wheeled 125cc go kart from 1950 certainly prioritizes the latter over the former. If you buy this kart for your… Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
It's not every day we simple humans get to witness the birth of a new piece of technology that may change life on Earth, from the initial idea to its first use. Luckily for us living in this day and age, American space agency NASA made that a reality more than once. Perhaps the most important piece of tech we've seen being taken from idea to application during ou. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 4, 2024
When a vehicle goes out of production, some may think that that means it’s done completely. That’s not the case, though, depending on the model. Dodge Challenger and Charger production just ended , but there are thousands of new ones left on dealer lots. Some cars still sell years after their production ended; Chrysler … Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
Due to its front-wheel drive, the European Volkswagen Golf GTI hot hatchback is not precisely the most common sight at the local quarter-mile dragstrip. So, it's clear that it will also easily stand out in any crowd. Volkswagen hasn't really conquered the US automotive market like its corner office head honchos would love to. Sure, ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 4, 2024
Yokohama Rubber has introduced a new tire, the Advan dB V553. According to the manufacturer, the Advan dB V553 is a premium comfort tire that will provide a quiet ride throughout its lifespan and will initially launch in Japan and Asian markets starting in February. Yokohama Rubber plans to provide the tire in 46 sizes, ranging from 225/45R21 95W to 155/65R14 75H.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
In the world of tiny homes, there is nothing a bit of imagination and creativity can't do. While most conventional mobile homes are built on trailers, people have found other ways to craft stunning compact dwellings. A plain old train car can also serve as a great base for a tiny home, and this beautiful vacation home in Maryville, Tennessee, is a great example.
The Mechanic Doctor
JANUARY 4, 2024
The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Runflat tires are a game-changer in the world of automobile innovation, allowing drivers to conveniently continue their trip even after experiencing a puncture. Because of the tires’ resilience to low air pressure, you can drive to a safe place or a repair facility. But selecting the appropriate run flat tires for your car requires more thought than simply selecting the first set you come across.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
Camaro buyers became more interested in high-performance models in the last years of the first generation, with sales of RS, SS, and Z28 versions increasing significantly. Chevrolet produced only 150,000 base Camaros, with the RS output getting close to 37,800 units. The SS was next with 34,932 units, while the Z29 production went through the roof, increasing from 7,20. ( continue reading.
The Mechanic Doctor
JANUARY 4, 2024
The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics The decision of a couple to start a car workshop is a significant leap into the world of entrepreneurship. It’s a fusion of personal and professional aspirations, a journey that calls for a deep commitment, shared passion, and a unified vision. This venture isn’t just about cars or profits; it’s about two people bringing their dreams and skills together to create something meaningful and successful.
autoevolution
JANUARY 4, 2024
America's favorite pickup has been recalled yet again. Under NHTSA campaign number 23V-896, the Dearborn-based automaker intends to repair a grand total of 112,965 examples of the F-150, namely vehicles produced for the 2021 to 2023 model years. The half-ton pickups in question are split between 54,509 units for the 2021 model, 47,886 for the 2022 model, and 10,570 for model year 2023.
The Mechanic Doctor
JANUARY 4, 2024
The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics If you are looking for a new or used car, you might be wondering how to get the best deal possible. You don’t want to pay more than you have to, but you also don’t want to end up with a lemon. How can you make sure that you are getting a fair price and a reliable vehicle?
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