Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

MODELS 2020-2023 Ford Escape Hybrid 2.5 FHEV Some 2020-2023 Escape hybrid vehicles equipped with a 2.5L full hybrid electric vehicle (FHEV) powertrain and 4WD may exhibit a grinding or rubbing noise while braking at or below 10 mph from the front of the vehicle. This may be due to an inadequate gap between the driveshaft and the heat shield. To correct this condition, follow the service procedure to diagnose and position the heat shield away from the driveshaft.

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Electric Vehicles Vehicle Electricity 245

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Continental announced that the NightViu premium lighting line of professional driving and working lights will be made available to consumer markets including off-road enthusiasts, recreational vehicles (RV), and marine. These were originally designed for use in construction, mining and off-highway … The post New off-road lighting available from Continental appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Vehicle Auto Repair 220

AutoShopOwner

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Here’s what’s happened in less than a week: OpenAI's board fired their CEO, Robert Altman, then Altman was hired by Microsoft, and over 500 employees of the 700-employe workforce sent the OpenAI’s board members a letter to hire Altman back, all board members are to resign -OR- the 500+ employee workforce will resign and go to work for Altman at Microsoft.

Automotive Repair 130

Automotive Repair Automotive IT 130

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Continental has added eight new part numbers to its OEM Knock Sensors line. The additions provide application coverage for some of the most popular domestic, European and Asian makes and models on the road today. The expanded line covers Chrysler, … The post New knock sensors from Continental appeared first on Auto Service World.

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IT Auto Repair 201

BayIQ

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Independent tire shop owners know the importance of effective communication in driving sales and customer loyalty. With the right promotional messages, you can attract new customers and keep existing ones coming back. In this blog post, we'll share ten promotional message examples - five for emails and five for texts - to model to boost your tire shop's business.

Automotive 130

Automotive 130

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Here’s more from this year’s Jobber of the Year Winner, Chieftain Auto Parts and its co-owners, the brother and sister team of Trevor Heizne and Jayne Kelly. They discuss the importance of inventory, having good relationships with suppliers and future … The post <span style=color:#ff0000>Enhanced Media:</span> More from the 2023 Jobber of the Year Winner appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Media IT Auto Repair 195

R.O. Writer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

To run an auto repair shop smoothly, you need to keep your books in order. You may have started a business as a sole proprietor with a modest income, tracking The post How Auto Shop Accounting Software Supports Your Business appeared first on R.O. Writer.

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Software Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair 130

Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

A brake rotor absorbs and dissipates the heat energy generated by friction. How well the rotor can absorb and then release it into the surrounding air will determine the efficiency and capacity of the brakes. The design of the rotor determines how it can handle the heat. On vented rotors, the thickness of the plates and how well air flows through the vanes helps to transfer heat to the surrounding air.

Manufacturing 130

Manufacturing Car IT 130

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Now available from Epicor is a new B2B e-commerce platform to serve automotive replacement parts distributors and their customers. The cloud-based Epicor Commerce for Automotive (ECA) solution is designed to help automotive parts distributors and other users increase sales and … The post Epicor launches B2B e-commerce platform appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Automotive Auto Repair 169

Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The Old Farmer’s Almanac is predicting “a winter wonderland” packed with above-average snowfall and cold temperatures for the 2023-2024 season. Help your customers winterize their rides so they can confidently go dashing through the snow. In addition to the usual steps like changing wiper blades, testing the battery and installing snow tires, remind customers to check their vehicles’ cooling system.

Vehicle 130

Vehicle Engineering IT 130

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The electric vehicle revolution is upon us. Major automakers like Ford, GM, and Volvo have announced plans to transition to all-electric lineups over the next decade. Consumers are switching to emissions-free transportation as more affordable and long-range EV models hit … The post A Guide To Electric Vehicle Chargers appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Electric Vehicles Electricity Vehicle Transportation 159

Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Autonomous vehicles tend to be electrified using powerful batteries because they are covered in sensors and require the latest computer hardware to interpret the onboard data in near-real time. This draws a ton of electric power, and an all-electric battery pack can not only provide this power, but keep the stream much more steady and stable when compared to an ICE engine.

Management 130

Management Electricity Vehicle Electric Vehicles 130

Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

A brake rotor absorbs and dissipates the heat energy generated by friction. How well the rotor can absorb and then release it into the surrounding air will determine the efficiency and capacity of the brakes. The design of the rotor determines how it can handle the heat. On vented rotors, the thickness of the plates and how well air flows through the vanes helps to transfer heat to the surrounding air.

Manufacturing 130

Manufacturing Education Car IT 130

Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

MODELS 2016–2020 MDX (except Hybrid) 2022–2023 MDX (except Type S) 2015–2020 TLX V6 CONDITION The engine will not crank on the initial startup attempt after the vehicle has been exposed to precipitation and then freezing temperatures. POSSIBLE CAUSE Water can enter the starter motor. In cold temperatures, the water can freeze, preventing the starter motor from cranking the engine.

Troubleshooting 130

Troubleshooting Engineering Vehicle IT 130

Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

MODELS 2020-2023 Ford Escape Hybrid 2.5 FHEV Some 2020-2023 Escape hybrid vehicles equipped with a 2.5L full hybrid electric vehicle (FHEV) powertrain and 4WD may exhibit a grinding or rubbing noise while braking at or below 10 mph from the front of the vehicle. This may be due to an inadequate gap between the driveshaft and the heat shield. To correct this condition, follow the service procedure to diagnose and position the heat shield away from the driveshaft.

Electric Vehicles 130

Electric Vehicles Vehicle Electricity 130

Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

You may already be aware that the type of fuel you put into your vehicle can have a significant impact on its performance. By understanding the details of how fuel interacts with the engine, you will be better equipped to make informed decisions about which fuel to choose for your vehicle. For starters, one crucial aspect of fuel that affects engine performance is its octane rating.

Engineering 130

Engineering Vehicle Alternative Fuels Manufacturing 130

Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

What does it take to set up a shop for the vehicles of today and tomorrow? I was recently asked this question by a shop owner, but like many questions about the future of our industry, it’s kind of a loaded question, as there are so many particulars to discuss that make the answer very long. Business and technology changes are shaping our industry for some big transformations in how we operate.

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Electronics Vehicle Manufacturing Electric Vehicles 130

Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

With less than two weeks remaining in the initial nomination period, all schools are encouraged to enter today for the 2023 School of the Year Competition. Sponsored by WIX Filters and O’Reilly Auto Parts the national contest created by Tomorrow’s Technician seeks out and names the best technician training school in the country. Is that your school?

Management 130

Management 130

Autoblog: Maintainence

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Tesla , Maintenance , Ownership , Electric Continue reading Tesla beats lawsuit claiming it monopolizes repairs, parts Tesla beats lawsuit claiming it monopolizes repairs, parts originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 20 Nov 2023 08:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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IT Electricity 114

Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 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.

Manufacturing 130

Manufacturing Vehicle Electric Vehicles Electricity 130

autoevolution

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Established in 1899, Packard was one of America's greatest luxury automobile companies. The carmaker gained global notoriety in the 1920s and, unlike other luxury automakers, survived the Great Depression of the 1930s. The end of WW2 found Packard in excellent financial condition, with assets of $33 million (abou. ( continue reading.

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Automobile 105

Automotive Fleet

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The 2023 Fleet Forward Conference and Fleet Safety Conference convened Nov. 8-10 in Santa Clara, California, and the photos tell the story.

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Tiny living is both a lifestyle and a mindset. For many, it's an amazing and fulfilling lifestyle. Once you learn to live with less material things and experience the many benefits of small living, you can concentrate on the things you value most. With their cute designs, eco-friendly footprint, and increased mobility, it's no wonder tiny homes are becoming commonplace in many parts of the world.

IT 103

IT 103

Danny’s Engineportal

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Automotive Engine Problems Danny Bender Fuel Pressure Regulator – Do You Have The Correct Fuel Pressure Danny's Engineportal A fuel pressure regulator, is an integral part of a vehicle’s fuel system. Most engines use, a fuel pressure regulator now, and there are things that can go wrong with them.

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Engineering Automotive Vehicle 82

autoevolution

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

There are many things that can make a classic car rare. The production number is obviously the first thing that comes to mind. However, super common nameplates can also become scarce gems with the right options. And often enough, a classic can be rare and expensive just because it has a low-production color combination.&l. ( continue reading.

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Car IT 98

Automotive Fleet

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Debbie Struna, chairperson for the Women in Fleet Management mentorship task force, discusses the resources available to organizations to better plan for new entrants taking over the fleet manager’s role.

Management 59

Management 59

autoevolution

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In production since 2003 for the 2004 model year, the Nissan Titan came with the 5.6-liter Endurance V8 as the only engine in the lineup. The VK-series powerplant is featured in the second-gen truck as well, although Nissan further sweetened the deal with the short-lived Cummins ISV turbo diesel V8. Offered between the 2016 and 2019 model years, the 5.0-liter engine develops 310 horsepower and 555 pound-feet (752 Nm) of torque at full cha. ( continue reading.

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Engineering Trucking 98

Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Toyota’s in-house financing unit is being hit with $60 million in fines and restitution in an effort to settle charges from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that it illegally prevented borrowers from canceling product bundles – resulting in higher monthly car loan payments. Toyota Motor Credit will have to pay… Read more.

Finance 71

Finance Car IT 71

autoevolution

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I'm a sucker for a hardtail MTB, but as technology advances, cycling manufacturers are redefining this class of bicycle. One crew doing just that is Trek, and their freshest Procaliber 9.6 is about to show us how. Folks, the name Trek has been a staple of the cycling industry ever since 1976, and these days, some of the world's top athletes compete on a Trek machine.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing 98

Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Billionaires love the planet. They have to, right? They spend so much money on developing green tech and combatting climate change , it all must mean something to them. They’re in it for the good of humanity , so surely they’re practicing what they preach, right? Read more.

IT 69

IT 69

autoevolution

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

1973 witnessed the debut of a massive restyling for the Road Runner, as Plymouth tried to refresh the car to breathe new life into a model whose sales were dropping. Unfortunately, the carmaker also made changes in the engine department. It started with the demise of the 426 Hemi in 1972, though Plymouth continued to offer the 440 with 280 horsepower.

Engineering 98

Engineering Car IT 98

Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Workers at Tesla’s Gigafactory in South Buffalo, New York claim that the plant is infested with bed bugs. If that wasn’t bad enough, management has also apparently sprayed the facility with toxic chemicals that haven’t worked and are making them sick, according to the New York Pos t. Read more.

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Management 67

autoevolution

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

As more and more people discover the magic of glamping and living out in the wild, if only for a few days at a time, RV and camper manufacturers are starting to tune their machines to reach as many hands as possible. One team that's recently unveiled one hell of a solution is Keystone RV. Folks, Keystone RV is one of those brands that most Americans have heard of.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing 98

Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Small southern towns that police and ticket for profit are nothing new, but one village in Louisiana takes the cake though for making its revenue through ticketing. Read more.

IT 66

IT Transportation 66

autoevolution

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Much ink has been spilled on Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta software launching outside North America. Tesla has updated its owner's manuals in Europe, Australia, and Asia to include a new FSD Beta section, which might signal an imminent release of its self-driving features in these regions. Vehicle autonomy is arguably the most important part of Tesla's ( continue reading.

Software 98

Software Vehicle IT 98

Motor Verso

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In a world where electric cars are rapidly becoming the norm, Volvo has once again pushed the boundaries with its… Read more » The post Volvo’s New Electric MPV: The Ultra-Premium EM90 Unveiled appeared first on Motor Verso.

Electricity 52

Electricity Electric Cars Car IT 52

autoevolution

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

These days, the Japanese automaker Toyota is piling up one model on top of another just to make sure the hype remains constant. Could Honda try to enact a similar strategy? The latest introductions from the carmakers are not exactly shining brightly. For example, some believe the XV80 ninth-generation 2025 Toyota Camry is nothing but a thinly disguised facelift o. ( continue reading.

IT 98

IT 98