Tomorrow's Technician
OCTOBER 2, 2023
With even the most basic vehicles having more than 10 modules connected to hundreds of circuits, there is always a possibility that wires can get crossed. Engineers want to prevent damage to wiring, circuit boards and sensors if something goes wrong that causes a short or open. To avoid damage and possible fires, engineers have devised two strategies that can be called the “immune system” for the electrical system.
Auto Service World
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Advantage Parts Solutions marked 35 years in business. The company was founded in 1988 in British Columbia by Bob Kirstiuk and Tim Scharnberg, growing into a global organization, specializing in optimizing the OE parts supply chain. “Reflecting on our 35 … The post It’s 35 years for Advantage Parts Solutions appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Tomorrow's Technician
OCTOBER 2, 2023
CC: Technician: “I don’t think this is the correct alternator for the customer’s vehicle. This is the alternator I removed, and this is what came in the box.” Shop Owner: “I don’t see the difference.” -The technician turns the alternator around so the nose and pulley of the alternators are facing the shop owner. Shop Owner: “I see the pulleys don’t match.
Auto Service World
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Dana has introduced a new line of Victor Reinz Victor-Lock reusable differential gaskets designed for severe-duty applications. The gaskets feature resilient FoamFlex-facing material bonded to a steel core with selective silicone beading to enhance sealing stress and improve loading in critical … The post New gaskets for severe-duty applications from Victor Reinz appeared first on Auto Service World.
Brake & Front End
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Autoshop Solutions, a automotive services-based digital marketing company, has partnered with Shop Boss to bring the next level of data to their customers, allowing them to gain valuable insight on their shop’s performance and view the actual return on investment for their marketing. The company’s state that the integration between Autoshop Solutions and Shop Boss will revolutionize how independent auto repair shops manage their businesses.
Auto Service World
OCTOBER 2, 2023
OTC announced the release of two heavy-duty bottle jacks suitable for up to 12 and 30-ton capacities. The bottle jacks were designed to provide high-quality lifting power while being compact enough to be used on the road, on the job … The post New heavy duty bottle jacks from OTC appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
OCTOBER 2, 2023
EVgo Inc. announced a new collaboration with American Honda Motor Co., Inc. that is designed to provide a range of new benefits for Honda and Acura EV drivers, including charging credit, technology integration into the HondaLink and Acura EV apps, and access to EVgo’s nationwide network and its roaming partners, the companies say. Drivers of qualifying Honda and Acura EV models will be eligible to receive up to $750* in charging credit to use at EVgo chargers around the country.
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Tomorrow's Technician
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Would you go for a ride in a car that has no driver? Autonomous vehicles are making news every day and they’re making some automotive professionals nervous. Are they the future of ride sharing? Are we destined to become a world of passengers? Today we’re talking about taking a backseat and letting technology do to driving. Autonomous vehicles have been in the news a lot recently.
Brake & Front End
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Would you go for a ride in a car that has no driver? Autonomous vehicles are making news every day and they’re making some automotive professionals nervous. Are they the future of ride sharing? Are we destined to become a world of passengers? Today we’re talking about taking a backseat and letting technology do to driving. Autonomous vehicles have been in the news a lot recently.
Auto Remarketing
OCTOBER 2, 2023
When it comes to electric vehicles in the U.S., there’s Tesla and there’s everyone else. Experian’s Automotive Consumer Trends Report for the second quarter of 2023 confirms that fact with the finding that the automaker has four of the top five luxury EV models in terms of market share. At the top of the list is Tesla’s Model Y SUV, which dominates with 47.36% of the market.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Google has recently completed the rollout of what is likely the most controversial interface update in Google Maps on Android Auto. The search giant has moved several Google Maps buttons to a new sidebar available exclusively on Android Auto. The sidebar provides one-tap access to the settings screen, the mute option, the compass, and the zoom-in and zoom-out buttons.
Tire Review Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2023
If you support your community, it’s going to come back around to your business. It’s a simple mantra, but sticking to it has worked wonders for Black’s Tire & Auto Service. Today, the business stands 55 Black’s Tire & Auto Service tire and vehicle repair centers in operation across North and South Carolina, and Black’s continues to grow.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
The 1966 Mercury Comet could be considered the perfect example of ‘if at first you don’t succeed, give it another go.’ The first generation, built between 1960 and 1963, somehow missed the mark in the new ‘intermediate’ class of automobiles motoring America’s sweetheart in the early sixties. The second iteration – a two-year stride from Ford – brought no significant sales chart changes to what the ori. ( continue reading.
AutoInc.
OCTOBER 2, 2023
In today’s competitive automotive industry, businesses are constantly seeking ways to stay ahead of the curve and maximize their profits. While technological advancements and innovative marketing strategies are crucial, there is another key element that often goes overlooked but can significantly impact a company’s bottom line: an inclusive workforce.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Introduced in April 1964, the first-generation Ford Mustang got its first update in 1967. The pony car got a sportier appearance, and the engine lineup expanded beyond the 289-cubic-inch (4.7-liter) small-block V8. An even more aggressive facelift followed in 1969, joined by new engine and trim options. It was a big year. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
OCTOBER 2, 2023
In Episode 141, learn more about the top factors contributing to increasing costs in the commercial fleet market, as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Apple created the AirTag for the simple goal of helping people track their belongings, but the pill-shaped device is slowly becoming a must-have device for car owners and authorities. In the latest series of exposed illegal schemes, an AirTag helped the police find the location of a chop shop where a car thief took apart vehicles picked up parked on the street.
Automotive Fleet
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Approximately 7,000 more employees from Ford and General Motors joined the United Auto Workers strike, with Stellantis being the only one of Detroit's Big Three spared additional strikes.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Before Ford took over proceedings in terms of building the Shelby Mustang (from 1968 to 1970), it was Shelby themselves that handled the 1965 through 1967 model year cars. This meant that mechanically, those newer Mustangs were the superior product, but that doesn’t mean earlier models are any less iconic. We’ll be focusing on the 1967 model year today, which is when the GT500 was added to the Shelby Mustang lineup.
Danny’s Engineportal
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Automotive Engine Problems Danny Bender Engine Rebuild Reasons – Low Compression And Oil Consumption Danny's Engineportal So, the most common reasons to do a engine rebuild are, loss of compression and or excessive engine oil consumption. Consequently, what’s important now, is to recognize the signs of trouble, before you end up [.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
2023 is the year the American car industry (and perhaps the world's) celebrates the Carroll Shelby centennial. That's right, that would be the 100th anniversary of the birth of one of the nation's most important automotive figures, so the perfect opportunity to have some very special cars made. The company that wears the man's name, Carroll Shelby International, has been at it all year long, marking the occasion throug. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2023
When a customer has a vehicle with a check engine light glowing, and the OBD-II reader shows a P0420 or related (P0421, P0430, P0431) code, it’s probably because there’s an issue with the catalytic converter efficiency. Rislone said a solution to recommend for clearing the code and restoring catalytic converter performance is its Cat Complete Fuel, Exhaust & Emissions System Cleaner (P/N 4720).
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Announced in spring 2019 and officially introduced that summer, the C8 Chevrolet Corvette entered production during the following winter and has since reached its third model year – but the love for the new iteration hasn't subsided yet. Most of all, the continued hype around the C8 version of 'America's sports car'. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Happy Monday! It’s October 2, 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.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
You say Porsche, and the first thing that comes to your mind is performance. Porsche is about sports cars, speed, raw driving experience, and everything in between these. But there was a time when Porsche built farm tractors. And such tractors raced at the Rennsport 7 reunion. It was the 1930s when Dr. Ferdinand Porsche began ( continue reading.
Mechanics Direct
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Mercedes-Benz , a brand synonymous with luxury and engineering excellence, isn’t immune to the occasional mechanical hiccup. One such issue that many Mercedes owners have faced over the years is the failure of the Transmission Control Module (TCM). The TCM is responsible for controlling the shifts and operations of the transmission , and when it fails, it can lead to a host of problems.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
More and more aviation operators around the world are gradually integrating the use of SAF (sustainable alternative fuel) into their routine operations as the fastest and most reliable way of cutting CO2 emissions. It takes a great deal of cooperation within the industry, with SAF suppliers playing a key role. Emirates is approaching the end of the year on a high note, as it was recently crowned "2024 APEX World Class A. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Plug-in hybrid vehicles can reduce fleets’ carbon emissions as well as range anxiety. This analysis shows the positive impacts of proper PHEV use, and the negative environmental and financial consequences if your drivers aren’t plugging them in.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Hyundai unleashed the second-generation Kona with much pomp and circumstance in December 2022. Available to configure in the United States for the 2024 model year, the small crossover has already been hit by its very first safety recall. Published on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's website, campaign 23V-650 lists no fewer than 2,354 potentially affected vehicles.
FastTrak Auto Shop Management Systems
OCTOBER 2, 2023
This writing is not intended to be political. It’s meant to be a recognition of the cause-and-effect relationship between government policy and the environment we live in. In reality when government policy positively impacts a segment of the economy – it often negatively impacts others. At the time of this writing there are several major policy decisions that are having a significant impact on our lives.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Tiny houses have been trending for many years already, and the movement is still gathering a lot of attention. Many of those who have invested in compact dwellings, be they on a trailer or on a foundation, have turned them into charming miniature properties and put them in beautiful natural settings that allow them to enjoy mother nature whenever they need a respite from the daily grind.
RepairSmith
OCTOBER 2, 2023
When it comes to vehicle performance and road safety, few components are more important than the suspension system. Among its many parts, the sway bar links are pivotal in ensuring a smooth, stable, and safe ride. Although they tend to last, they can wear out under certain conditions , so it’s essentially to identify the bad sway bar links symptoms if they appear.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
One of the most impressive additions to the pre-loved superyacht market this year is a 200-footer delivered by Benetti just five years ago. Already looking for its third owner, Artisan is one of the most coveted Italian pleasure craft in its category. Truly destined for the millionaire lifestyle, this jaw-dropping floating mansion packed with luxuries is, first of all, a timeless design masterpiece.
Auto Remarketing
OCTOBER 2, 2023
You went to the expo. You collected leads and gave away swag. Now what? The show doesn’t end when you take down the booth. It’s time for the post-show sales effort. But, sometimes, this is where the transition from marketing activity to sales results gets derailed. The best trade show booth in the world can’t deliver signed contracts. Salespeople must run the last mile of that race.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
In Vladimir Putin's ideal world, a proverbial sea of Russian T-72 main battle tanks (MBTs) would roll through the Ukrainian front lines and march uncontested through the streets of Kyiv like a Russian-spoken reenactment of the Fall of France in 1940. But as we all know, this is far from the reality of the situation. In our reality, which doesn't exist in the delusions of a Russian dictator, the hilarious fate of one captured T-72 provides a starkly comical story to a wa. ( continue rea
AutoSuccess
OCTOBER 2, 2023
DOWC announced in a press release the company has received an NJBIZ Empowering Women Award. This award, given by NJBIZ, a leading New Jersey business journal, recognizes and celebrates companies and organizations that have shown a strong commitment to supporting and elevating women in New Jersey. “It is time to honor those organizations that invest in, elevate and support women leaders,” said Suzanne Fischer-Huettner, publisher and managing director.
autoevolution
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Toyota has been great at maintaining hype around its leading brands this year, especially in the United States. And their strategy is far from concluding, by the way. Since the start of 2023, the Japanese automaker introduced significant and minor models to the North American region – from the Prius Prime plug-in hybrid to the expanding ( continue reading.
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