Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
More businesses are adding to their digital capabilities, which are boosting their operations and increasing revenue, a new survey has found. Scotiabank’s fourth annual Path to Impact Report noted that 18 per cent of Canadian small business owners reported accelerating … The post Tools businesses are adding to help bottom lines appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
For the first time in AAPEX history, distributors, manufacturers, tool and equipment providers and service professionals from around the country worked together in Joe’s Garage to service and repair a vehicle on the show floor during the 2023 AAPEX Show in Las Vegas. Now, following the show’s conclusion, a newly repaired 2013 Ford Edge will be donated to a Veteran through the Progressive Keys to Progress Veteran Vehicle Giveaway Program.
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Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
That includes making sure your shop is properly charging for diag time, as well as repair verifications The post Why you need to charge for all of a tech’s time appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
In an age where environmental sustainability shapes global industries, the automotive sector is no exception. With rising concerns over air quality and climate change, the role of an emissions specialist has emerged as both critical and challenging. This position, often pursued after auto mechanic training, is at the forefront of bridging automotive expertise with environmental stewardship.
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
How to navigate your response to bad feedback The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> The digital minefield of Google reviews appeared first on Auto Service World.
AutoShopOwner
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
I know as well as you, the difficulties and the challenges of running an auto repair shop. I lived that life for 41 years, and now work to help other shop owners as a coach. Even with all the responsibilities and duties of a shop owner, perhaps one that is overlooked is taking care of yourself. Take time this Thanksgiving holiday to spend time with family and friends.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
SkillsUSA announced it has selected Lily Williams of Jonesboro, Ark., as the official competitor for Car Painting at the 2024 WorldSkills Competition. Her technical expert is Jamie Redd of Columbus, Ohio. Williams will represent the United States at the 2024 WorldSkills Competition. The prestigious international event will be held Sept. 10-15, 2024 in Lyon, France.
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Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
BMW has already put more than 14 million telematic-equipped vehicles on the world’s roads over the past quarter-century. Currently, BMW has more than 2.3 million subscribers worldwide. As time has passed, the connection has changed how many functions on a BMW operate. The first major foray into the connected future took place in 1998 with “BMW Telematics” and the introduction of the BMW Assist package comprising concierge services, traffic information and intelligent emergency call.
AutoShopOwner
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
To all ASO members, I want to take this time to thank you, our members, for making Auto Shop Owner the go to online forum for automotive aftermarket repair shop owners. There is a wealth of information withing these virtual pages and more to come in the future. From Alex and I, we want to wish you the very best this Thanksgiving Holiday!
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Matco Tools has introduced the new 1/2″ Fixed Ratchet (CFR158P) in an eye-catching purple hue, a powerful addition to your toolkit that redefines efficiency and comfort. With 88 gear teeth, this ratchet boasts a swing arc just over 4°, enabling swift work in the tightest spaces. The ergonomic comfort handle ensures the ultimate grip, reducing fatigue during prolonged use, while the slim profile and streamlined teardrop ratchet head enhance access in even the most compact areas.
Brake & Front End
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Many AWD systems came onto the market in the 1990s. Unlike 4×4 truck systems of the day, these systems were always engaged. Many of the early systems used electro-mechanical ways to manage the distribution of power to the four wheels. Most of these systems used viscous differentials and limited-slip differentials with special fluids inside. These components were prone to failure and are expensive to manufacture.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Northwood University recognized seven prominent supporters of educational initiatives and learning within the automotive aftermarket industry during its annual Automotive Aftermarket Management Education Awards luncheon, Tuesday, Oct. 31, at the Venetian Hotel. The Northwood University Automotive Aftermarket Management Education Award is given annually to industry leaders throughout the country who have made noteworthy contributions to education, on any level, inside or outside of the industry.
Brake & Front End
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
The phrase “Family Owned and Operated” creates a warm flow of positive emotions when you talk about your company to your customers, especially those of the female persuasion. But, having family as a part of your business creates a whole new dynamic that most people can’t comprehend. Think getting through Thanksgiving Dinner is tough? No matter how dry the turkey, how political the conversation or how one-sided the football game is, complaints about your cooking pale in comparison to the smorgasb
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
As the latest meetings of the International Seabed Authority get underway in Jamaica to discuss possible mining of the deep sea for minerals such as cobalt, copper, nickel or manganese, a paper published recently by the Blue Climate Initiative discusses advances in electric vehicle (EV) battery technology. It notes the accelerating adoption of these technologies, which is leading to the replacement of EV batteries previously dependent on cobalt, nickel and manganese.
Brake & Front End
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
To help further promote their “Update Your TPMS Tools!” campaign, the coalition of TPMS manufacturers, including ATEQ, Bartec TPMS, Continental, and Schrader, hosted a press conference at the 2023 AAPEX Show. The event, which was held at Joe’s Garage (Booth J9034), featured representatives from each manufacturer speaking on recent TPMS service issues that were severely impacting shops and parts retailers across the country.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Many AWD systems came onto the market in the 1990s. Unlike 4×4 truck systems of the day, these systems were always engaged. Many of the early systems used electro-mechanical ways to manage the distribution of power to the four wheels. Most of these systems used viscous differentials and limited-slip differentials with special fluids inside. These components were prone to failure and are expensive to manufacture.
Brake & Front End
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Kia America announced that its Kia EV models saw a year-over-year increase of 83%, with the EV6, in particular, setting an all-time October sales record, surging by 30% compared to the same month the previous year. “The upcoming 2024 EV9, set for release soon, has already garnered significant consumer interest with pre-orders, establishing its presence in the competitive electric SUV segment from the start,” Eric Watson, vice president, sales operations, said.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Misfires can be one of the most ambiguous codes. The cause of the misfire could be a fuel, spark or mechanical issue. Is a misfire when the cylinder does not fire? Is a misfire when the cylinder fires too soon or too late? The answer is “yes” to both questions. Some misfire complaints are a flashing check engine light, and a P0300 to P0312 diagnostic trouble code (DTC) indicates that one or more cylinders are misfiring.
Brake & Front End
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Last month, I was trying to diagnose a P2096 for the downstream oxygen sensor reading too lean. The cure was a new downstream oxygen sensor. But, when the new sensor was installed, I started to get a P0141 for the oxygen sensor heater circuit. It ended up being a defective part and the heater circuit having less resistance than the original. Another incident was the same story… a wheel bearing hub unit that had 36 poles on the encoder ring when it should have had 32.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Bleeding the brakes is a procedure that’s performed to remove air from the system when a component is replaced, and one that’s performed strictly from a maintenance standpoint of flushing or changing the brake fluid. The telltale symptom of air in a brake system is a soft or “spongy” pedal, along with poor brake performance. The idea and basic process is generally understood: You must get all the air out for the brakes to work properly.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
1979 was a fantastic year for Pontiac, as sales of the Firebird lineup went through the roof. The Trans Am was the model spearheading sales, though every Firebird version released this year recorded a solid performance. The Trans Am surpassed 100K sold units for the first time, stopping at 117,108 cars shipped to customers in 1979. It was the best year in its history, ma. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Toyota invested nearly $8 billion which will add approximately 3,000 jobs at Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina (TBMNC). This brings total investment to approximately $13.9 billion and job creation to more than 5,000, Toyota said, further supporting Toyota’s multi-pathway approach to global vehicle electrification. Toyota said this investment adds capacity to support battery electric vehicles (BEV’s) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV’s).
Autoblog: Car News
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Filed under: Auto News , Green , Weird Car News , Tesla , Electric Continue reading Tesla Model X flies over a swimming pool and crashes into a house Tesla Model X flies over a swimming pool and crashes into a house originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Back in the mid-1970s, the Datsun Fairlady Z line used to take muscle car's lunch money almost for sport. As the '73 oil crisis laid waste to American muscle, the opportunity was right for Datsun and other JDM brands to make a hostile takeover of the US Domestic Market with quality automobiles. It's a dynamic that's still as valid today as it was 50 years ago.
Advanced Technology Institute
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Military-affiliated ATI faculty and staff attend a Veterans Day ceremony at nearby ECPI University. Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) is pleased to announce its inclusion in Military Times’ 2023 “Best for Vets: Colleges” list. Nearly a third of students currently enrolled at ATI are military service members or veterans. The “Best for Vets” rankings are based on responses from 325 schools that answered questions about services and programs for military and veteran students and their families.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
The US automaker doesn't care much about the EV revolution at home in America, where it recently decided to kill the Explorer Hybrid and also the Lincoln Aviator Hybrid for a very particular – it needs enough production capacity to satisfy Hybrid Interceptor demand from the law enforcement. However, they are not worried about losing the EV hype trai. ( continue reading.
AutoSuccess
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Automotive AI solution provider Konect.ai has announced its evolution to ICOM AI. The change is a nod to the company’s broadened commitment to pushing the boundaries of intelligent communication and innovative commerce within the automotive ecosystem. This brand transformation arises from the company’s vision to expand its enterprise offerings and align more closely with the diverse and growing needs of automotive businesses.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Every year, people put cash off to the side precisely for this moment: Black Friday. In this spirit, we've put together a list of the absolute best deals we could find for the upcoming event on Amazon. That said, this is for the ones who love to explore the outdoors with as little cash as possible. Folks, Black Friday is just around the corner, and this means that manufacturers have already begun to show us what we're in for.
Automotive Fleet
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
NHTSA and the U.S. Department of Transportation have created several ad campaigns to prepare fleet drivers for the Thanksgiving weekend.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
What do Richard Branson, Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Neil Armstrong, Chuck Yeager, Allan Shepard, Yuri Gagarin, Felix Baumgartner, the Wright brothers, the last king of France, and Benjamin Franklin have in common with a French pharmacist? Flight is the correct answer, and all of the above are pioneers of the many aspects of this type of travel. Today is the 140th anniversary of the first crewed flight in humankind's history. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
If you were looking for a new large SUV with a hybrid option, Ford just pulled a couple of them from the market. The 2024 Ford Explorer Hybrid and Lincoln Aviator Hybrid just got the ax, because it wants to focus its hybrid production capabilities on the Explorer Police Interceptor Utility Hybrid model. It seems that… Read more.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
For medical teams operating in war-torn zones, every life lost feels like a tragedy, but every life saved is a true victory. Inspired by the long-drawn-out conflict in Ukraine and the dire need for health care services for frontline communities, Polish inventor Piotr T?uszcz has created an ingenious and effective off-road ambulance for medical evacuations across rough terrain.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Things have been touch-and-go for the television show nearest and dearest to almost every automotive enthusiast heart, and now the BBC says “Top Gear” is, for the time being, a no go. Read more.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Airworthy North American P-51 Mustangs don't come up for sale too often anymore. But when they do, they can easily make the price of modern 300 mph-capable hypercars seem like bargains. The only one we could find now is on sale at a slight discount for $3.5 million. So, yeah, not going on our Christmas list this holiday season, or any others forthcoming for that matter.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Toyota unveiled its all-hybrid seventh-generation ‘widebody’ Camry last week, internally known as XV80, which will exclusively be powered by a hybrid powertrain as its signature long-selling V6 option will no longer be available. This is arguably as important a move for the brand in the U.S. market as the introduction… Read more.
autoevolution
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
A boxy piece of Volvo history, the 240 wagon originally came with underpowered yet reliable powerplants. The DL in the featured clip, however, levels up to a 5.3-liter truck engine with a big turbo. A 1989 model owned by a gentleman from Georgia, the wagon looks rather unassuming. The only parts that indicate hi-po sleeper are the Hoosier tires out back, which measure a whopping 26 by 11.5 inches.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Thanks to Elon Musk , Tesla always seems to over promise or under deliver to the point of telling tales out of school. It looks as if Tesla’s insurance is no different as an in depth report from Reuters shows. Read more.
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