Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 25, 2024

Are you passionate about cars and have a knack for solving mechanical puzzles? A career as an auto mechanic is the right fit for you! However, to succeed in this field and secure a rewarding job, you’ll need more than just a love for automobiles. Employers in the field are on the lookout for specific competencies. Fortunately, auto mechanic school can equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the industry.

Mechanic 234

Mechanic Technical Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair 234

Auto Service World

JANUARY 25, 2024

Used vehicle values have trended downward on both sides of the border in recent months. A recent analysis expects pricing to remain high. Canada Black Book’s Used Vehicle Retention Index reported values in November at 150.2, meaning used vehicles aged … The post What will be the story for used vehicles in 2024? appeared first on Auto Service World.

Vehicle 232

Vehicle Auto Repair 232

Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 25, 2024

TIPM is a fuse box, relay box and electronic module all in one. The electronic module is connected to several data networks. For engineers, the module reduces a lot of wiring under the hood and passing through the firewall. The TIPM also increases the functionality of a component by allowing several inputs to control one component. Think about something as simple as a horn.

Electronics 130

Electronics Vehicle Engineering IT 130

Auto Service World

JANUARY 25, 2024

A new poll conducted by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) has unveiled a significant concern among Canadians about speeding in residential areas. The concern is there even though many admitted to occasionally engaging in the behaviour themselves. According to the … The post Speeding a top concern for Canadians appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Automobile Auto Repair 227

Brake & Front End

JANUARY 25, 2024

One of the most transformative laws when it comes to vehicles and technicians is just 12 months away from taking full effect. This law has removed most of the harmful ingredients in brake pads that can impact the environment and technicians. The law has been slowly phased in over 15 years and has not impacted the performance of the brake pads you install.

Manufacturing 130

Manufacturing Technical Trucking Management 130

Auto Service World

JANUARY 25, 2024

A new partnership aims to boost job opportunities in Canada’s automotive aftermarket. The Automotive Industries Association of Canada announced an exclusive recruitment and human resources services partnership with Auto-jobs.ca. The deal will look to increase accessibility in connecting with qualified … The post AIA Canada partners with job site appeared first on Auto Service World.

Automotive 217

Automotive 217

Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 25, 2024

One of the most transformative laws when it comes to vehicles and technicians is just 12 months away from taking full effect. This law has removed most of the harmful ingredients in brake pads that can impact the environment and technicians. The law has been slowly phased in over 15 years and has not impacted the performance of the brake pads you install.

Manufacturing 130

Manufacturing Technical Trucking Management 130

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

‘My Bugatti is too crammed, unpractical, and high-octane smelly,’ said no hyper-rich owner ever, but let’s give them the benefit of the doubt and pretend there would be such a case. For the sheer amusement of the imagination, let’s also say that Bugatti would happily indulge the pretentious complainer with an alternative. An all-electric sedan hypercar would be the proper offering of peace.

Electricity 131

Electricity 131

AutoShopOwner

JANUARY 25, 2024

A shop owner friend of mine said that he was thrilled to finally hire a qualified tech. However, his toolbox box too big for the shop. Is this becoming a problem in your shop? How do you handle the ever-growing size of technician's toolboxes? SAMPLE of some of the toolboxes these days.

A Tech 100

A Tech 100

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

Thirteen years ago, Ford pulled the plug on Mercury. The brand was founded in 1938, and its purpose was to bridge the gap between Fords and Lincolns, with its prime competitors being Oldsmobile and Chrysler, among others. Throughout the decades, Mercury made numerous models, including sedans and SUVs, most of which shared their platforms and engines, as well as oth. ( continue reading.

Engineering 111

Engineering IT 111

Eastwood

JANUARY 25, 2024

A true barn find is a rarity these days. But not long ago Brant Halterman saw a 1932 Ford 5-window coupe for sale locally and felt like he knew the car. Turns out his father had been friends with the original owner, whose family was selling the car. Only problem was, the car was locked up in a barn. After the deal was done, Halterman set to work extracting the car from where it had sat for perhaps 60 years or more.

Car 98

Car IT 98

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

We live in uncertain, unsettling times, but that only applies to us, the normies. Billionaires live in a parallel reality where no storm, whether figurative or literal, can put a damper on their enjoyment of a luxurious life. For them, there's now the option of the first luxury super submarine in the world. This is Migaloo M5, the world's first luxury super submarine and the one vessel that could withstand any storm – ( continue reading.

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111

Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

Crazy marketing tactics might work, but most likely, they won’t move the needle to really get customers in your shop. In this Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio video, we talk about different forms of advertising that’ll get customers through your door. For starters, it’s hard to be in business in today’s world without some sort of online presence.

Education 98

Education Media Engineering Car 98

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

Introduced in 1966 as a somewhat late response to the pony car market created by the Ford Mustang and Plymouth Barracuda, the Chevrolet Camaro was an instant hit. The first-gen model sold around 430,000 units over three model years and spawned legendary iterations like the SS, RS, Z28, and ZL-1. The latter is arguably th. ( continue reading.

Car 105

Car 105

Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

Crazy marketing tactics might work, but most likely, they won’t move the needle to really get customers in your shop. In this Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio video, we talk about different forms of advertising that’ll get customers through your door. For starters, it’s hard to be in business in today’s world without some sort of online presence.

Education 98

Education Media Engineering Car 98

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

The 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 is a timeless American classic with more swagger than a disco dancer and bigger muscles than a bodybuilder flexing at Venice Beach. It’s arguably the best-looking Mustang ever made (either the Mach 1 or the Boss), and definitely the most aggressive looking ‘Stang bar none. As soon as these babies came out, they were instant hits with their wide range of powertrain options and both styling a. ( continue reading.

IT 105

IT 105

CATI

JANUARY 25, 2024

Hello, future service advisors! If you’re considering a career in the automotive industry and are considering service advisor training, then you’re in for an interesting automotive career full of opportunities. Our service advisor training program equips students with all of the skills they need to navigate and optimize automotive repair facilities and operations within them.

Service Advisor 88

Service Advisor Automotive Automotive Services Technical 88

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

In 1966, the British GM division, known for its mundane models, surprised everyone with one of the most breathtaking concept cars developed in Europe during that decade. One of the UK's oldest car brands, Vauxhall, was established in 1897, but during its first six tears of e. ( continue reading.

Car 105

Car IT 105

Automotive Fleet

JANUARY 25, 2024

Why automated traffic enforcement is growing in popularity, and how it can keep your fleet drivers safe.

IT 105

IT 105

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

Boss-spec Mustangs were born in the crucible of competition, with the Boss 302 model designed to dominate on the race track, as well as the street. Ford pulled the trigger on these cars in order to satisfy Trans Am Series rules, and to this day they remain somewhat rare. If you’re going to buy a late first-gen Boss 302 Mustang, you should probably look for a 1969 model year variant first, before switching your focus to the 1970M. ( continue reading.

Car 104

Car 104

Jalopnik

JANUARY 25, 2024

Tire companies have been trying to sell us on the concept of dedicated EV tires for a while. From tires that can handle the torque loads to ones that roll quieter for less road noise, there’s something for every EV buyer. But a recent story out of Florida in The Miami Herald details how EV owners there have been… Read more.

Electric Vehicles 72

Electric Vehicles Electricity Vehicle 72

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Halton Regional Police has made multiple arrests in relation to the investigation into cars stolen from the Ford plant in Oakville, Ontario. Vehicles estimated at over $600,000 disappeared from the factory overnight, on January 7 to 8. Thieves broke into the plant located at 1 Canadian Road by cutting a large hole in the exterior fence that surrounds the property.

Vehicle 98

Vehicle Car 98

Automotive Fleet

JANUARY 25, 2024

Honda and GM have started production of the first large-scale manufacturing joint venture to build hydrogen fuel cells that will power heavy equipment, commercial trucks, and passenger vehicles.

Manufacturing 59

Manufacturing Trucking Vehicle 59

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

Last year, Nissan's US operations totaled almost 899k sales, which is a far cry from Toyota's (second place overall on the market) more than 2.24 million deliveries or even Honda's 1.3 million vehicles. Naturally, something needs to be done going forward, as the sales did increase by more than 23% compared to 2022, so it's clear that both Nis. ( continue reading.

Vehicle 98

Vehicle IT 98

Jalopnik

JANUARY 25, 2024

An unidentified driver in Tillamook County, Oregon, failed to heed road signs warning of a closure due to a hole that a landslide had ripped into the road. Not only did the driver shrug off the warning, but they actually moved the barrier and large sign that read “Road Closed,” as the Sacramento Bee reports. Whether… Read more.

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autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

What qualities make for a decent all-American racing engine? Does it have to have more cubic displacement than a World War II fighter plane and enough aftermarket goodies on the market that you could fill up an entire Christmas catalog with turbos, new injectors, and a fancy chromed intake manifold you can flex on your friends with? Well, Jesel Valvatrain might not max out on those particular statistics.

Engineering 98

Engineering IT 98

Eastwood

JANUARY 25, 2024

A true barn find is a rarity these days. But not long ago Brant Halterman saw a 1932 Ford 5-window coupe for sale locally and felt like he knew the car. Turns out his father had been friends with the original owner, whose family was selling the car. Only problem was, the car was locked up in a barn. After the deal was done, Halterman set to work extracting the car from where it had sat for perhaps 60 years or more.

Car 52

Car IT 52

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

Last year, America proved that fans were right when they said it's only a matter of time before the GR Supra runs out of steam – it sold just 2,652 examples across the US market. The 'performance' barely allowed the 2023 Toyota GR Supra to float above its direct rival – Nissan's Z ( continue reading.

IT 98

IT 98

Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

Sumitomo Rubber North America , a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, recently appointed Bob Klimm to director of corporate accounts. Klimm started with SRNA in 2009 and has led Falken’s commercial truck tire business since 2015. In his new role, Klimm will focus on supporting the growth and success of SRNA’s main corporate accounts, Sumitomo said.

Trucking 52

Trucking 52

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

Introduced in 1955 as a sporty two-seat convertible, the Ford Thunderbird was similar to the Chevrolet Corvette in many regards. However, Ford chose to position the drop-top as a more upscale automobile. The release led to the creation of the personal luxury car segment. Although it wasn't a big sales succes. ( continue reading.

Automobile 98

Automobile Car IT 98

Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Yokohama Rubber Co. announced that Yokohama Europe GmbH, the Yokohama Rubber Group’s European regional headquarters, established Yokohama Pneumatici S.r.L as a tire sales company in Italy in August 2023. “Pneumatici” is Italian for “tire.” The new Group company began operations focused on the sale of passenger car, truck, and bus tires on Jan. 1.

Trucking 52

Trucking Manufacturing Management Car 52

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

1977 was the last model year of the third-generation Grand Prix, but despite Pontiac already giving the finishing touches to a new series, the car recorded an unexpected sales increase. The ( continue reading.

Car 98

Car 98

Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

Sumitomo Rubber North America , a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, recently appointed Bob Klimm to director of corporate accounts. Klimm started with SRNA in 2009 and has led Falken’s commercial truck tire business since 2015. In his new role, Klimm will focus on supporting the growth and success of SRNA’s main corporate accounts, Sumitomo said.

Trucking 52

Trucking 52

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

Every January American bike maker Harley-Davidson lets loose new motorcycles for the new year. It did so this week for 2024, presenting to the world four new motorcycles, two from the regular lineup and another two in Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) flavor. We've already discussed the ( continue reading.

Vehicle 98

Vehicle IT 98

AutoFix

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Power of Expert Coaching In the competitive auto repair industry , success hinges on strategic business management, exceptional customer service, and continuous growth. AutoFix Auto Shop Coaching, led by Chris Cotton, excels in driving auto repair, quick lube, and tire shops to new heights, focusing on profits, cash flow , and client relationships.

Auto Repair Shop 52

Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair Management Customer Service 52

autoevolution

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Impala was slowly but surely becoming a superstar in the early '60s, and Chevrolet decided to boost its customer appeal in two different ways. First, it was the bubbletop roofline, which made the Impala sportier and… well… more adorable. I don't know about you, but the bubbletop was one of GM's greatest ideas (while blocking Car. ( continue reading.

Car 97

Car IT 97

Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

During international trade fairs such as IAA Mobility , Continental said it is presenting sustainable technologies in new tires. As early as 2021, the tire manufacturer said it focused on the use of silica from agricultural waste, polyester from recycled PET and other renewable and recyclable materials with the Conti GreenConcept concept tire. Continental has incorporated many of these technologies into its series tires , like the UltraContact NXT. “Sustainable innovations belong on the ro

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Electric Vehicles Electricity IT 52