Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As the world accelerates towards a more sustainable future, a fascinating new trend is taking place, blending classic cars’ nostalgic allure with modern technology’s innovative thrust. This fusion is most prominently seen in companies specialized in restomodding, where the timeless beauty of vintage automobiles is being reimagined through the lens of cutting-edge electric vehicle (EV) technology.

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Automotive Car Electricity Electric Vehicles 282

Auto Service World

DECEMBER 14, 2023

CARS magazine is proud to announce the Shop of the Year 2023 winner: Art Turney’s Garage. Located in Peterborough, Ontario, Art Turney’s Garage was chosen for its dedication to fostering a successful shop by encouraging training, allowing for a flexible … The post The 2023 Shop of the Year winner is… appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Car IT Auto Repair 281

Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 14, 2023

GreenPower Motor Company Inc. , manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space and school bus sector, announced the company has completed manufacturing of its first four all-electric, purpose-built school buses at its West Virginia facility.

Electricity 130

Electricity IT Manufacturing Education 130

Auto Service World

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Test results found that four large pickups offer strong side protection but raise concerns around backseat protection for passengers. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s updated side crash test gave good ratings to the 2023 Ram 1500 crew cab, Ford … The post Where the safety concerns are for large pickups appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Insurance Auto Repair Vehicle 274

Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 14, 2023

A hybrid vehicle is a different animal than many of us are used to seeing. After all, if the engine of a typical vehicle stalled out at a traffic light, the driver of that vehicle would know something was wrong with it. If that same vehicle still drove with the engine off, then that would mean they were probably going down hill. But, in the hybrid world, that is all normal.

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Hydraulics Electronics Vehicle Engineering 130

Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Courtesy of Tire Review by Yanick Leduc Picture this: Mark, an experienced tire service technician, is on the phone with a technical support representative from his TPMS supplier, inquiring why his new sensors don’t seem to work properly with the 2019 Silverado he’s servicing. Mark: “The truck doesn’t seem to pick up the signal from the new sensor!

Software 130

Software Technical Troubleshooting Manufacturing 130

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

It must take a lot of courage for a company to call one of its products a world-best, especially in a field as competitive as the defense industry. Yet that's exactly what defense company Raytheon calls its newest and brightest air and missile defense radar. The thing is officially called Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (or LTAMDS for short).

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IT 116

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Few people remember it, but 1987 was the year when the Camaro convertible made a comeback. It was the first time customers could get a Camaro convertible since 1969, as Chevrolet otherwise decided to stick with the coupe (by far the most appealing body style for Camaro buyers). However, the 1987 Camaro convertible wasn't Chevy's creation. It was a conversion. ( continue reading.

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IT 111

Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Courtesy of Engine Builder by Evan Laux Considered a quintessential muscle car, the Plymouth Hemi Cuda boasted formidable power within the classic car landscape of its time. Propelled by a remarkable 7.0L Hemi-V8 engine, this vehicle featured hemispherical-shaped combustion chambers and pistons with rounded tops, as implied by its name. Key for any muscle car, the Plymouth Hemi Cuda not only possessed a potent engine, but exceeded expectations in the muscle car era.

Engineering 130

Engineering Car Vehicle IT 130

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

After introducing the slightly fancied-up Satellite in 1964, Plymouth decided it needed a B-body vehicle combining performance and premium features. And the GTX was born in 1967. One year later, the company launched a trimmed-down, more affordable car called the Road Runner. While. ( continue reading.

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Vehicle Car IT 105

Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 14, 2023

GreenPower Motor Company Inc. , manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space and school bus sector, announced the company has completed manufacturing of its first four all-electric, purpose-built school buses at its West Virginia facility.

Electricity 130

Electricity IT Manufacturing Education 130

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Though never as successful nor famous as the Cobra, the mid-engine Cheetah was one of the most fascinating limited-series sports cars developed in the US during the 1960s. If you're a car enthusiast with a soft spot for 1960s American performance, you surely know how Carroll She. ( continue reading.

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Engineering Car 105

Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 14, 2023

When students first deal with a battery or alternator replacement, they can be overwhelmed with numbers. Amps, volts and watts can be challenging when diagnosing a no-charge or no-start condition. In a one-hour LiveStream, experts from Summit Racing and Tomorrow’s Technician will explain how the math and parts work together to start, charge and power a car or truck.

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Trucking Electricity Car Vehicle 130

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

If you can't see a reason to upgrade from Android Auto wired to the wireless sibling, you probably never used the app without a cable before. In addition to the obvious benefits, Android Auto wireless should also offer improved connection stability. ( continue reading.

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Eastwood

DECEMBER 14, 2023

You can tell a lot about a person by how they treat their workspace and tools. The same can certainly be said about how a painter maintains their paint gun. After all, modern HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) paint guns are precision tools that count on clean surfaces and optimized airflow to deliver a perfect sprayout. A neglected spray gun can quickly become unreliable as paint hardens inside it, taking away the ability to make fine adjustments that control atomization.

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Automotive IT Technical 98

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Trans Am was already the superstar of the Firebird lineup in 1977, accounting for nearly 69,000 units of the total 155,000 cars sold this year. Most Trans Ams rolled off the assembly lines in the standard version (non-SE) and a manual transmission. However, there's a good reason why the Trans Am sales went through the roof this year. The successful appearance in the Smokey and the Bandit made the Trans. ( continue reading.

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Car 105

CATI

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In modern transportation, road safety emerges as a crucial thread, holding together the well-being and security of countless individuals who traverse our roads daily. This safety is not merely a matter of following traffic rules or driver caution; it extends into the heart of vehicle maintenance and repair—a domain where professionals with auto body training play a pivotal role.

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Education Repaints Automotive Body Repair 93

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Because of the way they are conceived, spacecraft and other such tools we use for the exploration of space become junk as soon as their primary mission has ended. Yet for a while now NASA has begun finding ways of reusing old space tech for purposes beyond its original scope. The most recent such adventure involves the Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, and Security–Regolith Explorer spaceship.

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IT 105

Vehicle Service Pros

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Today, properly brake system service not only requires skill and expertise, but proper system operation is highly dependent on the quality of the parts used.

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autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Arguably the most legendary automobile wearing the blue oval badge, the Ford Mustang has been in continuous production since March 1964. That's nearly 60 years as of late 2023. And even though the modern Mustang is better in every way, we're still in awe of the first-gen pony that started it all. Unveiled in Ap. ( continue reading.

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Automobile IT 105

Fender Bender

DECEMBER 14, 2023

More shops are being reimbursed for the steps involved in processing total losses, according to the most recent "Who Pays for What?" survey.

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autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Aside from presenting the cool Mustang and its many variants (Dark Horse, GTD, a trio of motorsport versions) plus the refreshed 2024 F-150 pickup truck best-seller, Ford has yet to be too active in America as of late. Sure, they have all sorts of related activities – a decked-out M-Sport Ranger for Dakar 2024 or the Ranger Raptor here, an award-winning. ( continue reading.

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Trucking IT 104

Autoflow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Technology has transformed everything we do in a day, including how we work in auto repair shops. By now, most shops use shop management software to optimize workflows and processes. Adding a technician tablet marks one more step in that journey. Using tablets in auto repair bays truly made for a game-changer. Mechanics find themselves better connected and updated to the front counter without making time-eating trips back and forth.

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Auto Repair Mechanic Auto Repair Shop Software 83

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

If the question were "How many cool features can you pack onto a six-meter-long home while still keeping things bright and airy?" this tiny house would have the right answer. The Tiny Haus by Sisters Carpentry shows off one of the best configurations ever. The Tiny Haus is indeed tiny, with six meters (19.6 feet) in length and 2.4 meters (7.8 feet) in width.

IT 103

IT 103

Autoflow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Dallas, TX – Autoflow’s client microsite, which is the view that auto repair shop customers see when viewing their DVI, work order, or quality control inspection, has a new look with updated features and customization that equip shops to represent their style and branding. “Autoflow’s updated, customizable microsite is a feature that came about due to the increased adoption of Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVIs).

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Auto Repair Shop Service Advisor IT Auto Repair 81

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

While not all automakers are confident that passenger cars will survive the continuous attacks from the crossover, SUV, and truck departments, some companies still plan to develop new sedans and the like. For example, the American mid-size saloon sector is still alive and not exactly on the list of endangered species. Toyota – the incontestable leader – has just presented the next evolution of the 2025 Camry at the. ( continue reading.

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Trucking Car 98

Automotive Fleet

DECEMBER 14, 2023

There are simple solutions to help drivers avoid parking, backing, and sideswipe collisions.

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autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

I almost entirely forgot about its existence, but the Infiniti Q50 is still alive and well - and the 2024 model year just got announced by the Japanese automaker with the same old looks yet higher MSRPs for the entire lineup. There was a time when the Nissan ( continue reading.

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IT 98

AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the ever-evolving automotive industry, one issue stands out like a red flag on the racetrack — the shortage of skilled technicians. With cars becoming more complex and technologically advanced by the day, the need for highly trained technicians has never been greater. As the creator of the Technician Career Path program, I’d like to shed light on this pressing issue and offer valuable insights on how dealerships can attract and retain top-tier technicians.

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Technical Automotive Car IT 64

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

With the demise of the Chevy Camaro and the C8 Corvette going for $70k, the only affordable alternative for pony and muscle car fans is now the S650 Ford Mustang – even the Dark Horse Premium doesn't cost much more than $63k. What about the Mopars, you say? Well, Stellantis has ordained a new Mopar lifestyle – the Chrysler ( continue reading.

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IT Car 98

Jalopnik

DECEMBER 14, 2023

While a transition towards electric vehicles has steadily taken hold to combat climate change, EVs aren’t filling up city streets and highways in proportional numbers to sales. Scientific American found that gas vehicles were driven 62.4 percent more than EVs between 2016 and 2022, based on odometer readings. The… Read more.

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Electric Vehicles Electricity Vehicle 68

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Over the past couple of years or so, the North American mobile living industry has been growing to include another branch of glamping, overlanders, and this time around, Patriot Campers shows up to the game with their evolved, budget-friendly, and overachieving X2 Tourer. Folks, Patriot Campers is an Australian-born team that's actually been around for some time now.

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Jalopnik

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Good morning! It’s Thursday, December 14, 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.

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Automotive Finance Car 68

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The first time the Impala revved up its engine in front of someone other than Chevrolet engineers was in 1956 when it took the stage at GM's motor show. The feedback was impressive. Everybody was impressed with the Impala, so the carmaker had to build it. The car needed two years to go from the drawing board to the assembly lines, so in 1958, the first Impala rece. ( continue reading.

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Engineering Car IT 98

Jalopnik

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The stainless steel wedge future space pickup truck is here, sort of. The rapid acceleration and generally poor visibility will probably contribute to these trucks occasionally getting in scrapes with other vehicles on the roadways of America. Because the exterior of the Tesla Cybertruck is “cold rolled stainless… Read more.

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Trucking Vehicle 67

autoevolution

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The American EV manufacturer and sustainable energy company has done many things this year – they started a pricing war across the EV market, updated the Model 3 to 'Highland' status across various markets, and finally started the first deliveries of the eagerly-awaited Cybertruck. Right now, you can buy a non-facelift Tesla Model 3 in. ( continue reading.

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Manufacturing IT 98

Tire Review Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Turbo Wholesale Tires revealed a brand partnership and alignment with kathy ireland Worldwide (kiWW). Kathy Ireland, kiWW’s chair, CEO and chief designer will also serve as official brand ambassador for the company’s Lexani Tire brand. “Ms. Ireland’s rise to super-mogul status, her confident sense of style and her empowering message to women, makes her a natural fit to tell the Lexani Tire brand story,” Phillip Kane, CEO of Turbo Wholesale Tires, said.

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Media 52