Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 12, 2024

Auto detailing is not just about cleaning vehicles. It’s about rejuvenating, protecting, and enhancing automobiles inside and out, bringing them back to their showroom glory. If you’re considering or currently pursuing auto detailing training at ATC Toronto, the horizon is broad with opportunities. Upon completion of your training, you will be equipped to offer a range of sought-after services that car owners and enthusiasts highly value.

Auto Mechanic Training 285

Auto Mechanic Training Automobile Engineering Vehicle 285

Auto Service World

MARCH 12, 2024

When customers are looking for differentiators from one shop to another, knowing that yours is doing a quality control assessment before they get their vehicle can be considered a delighter. A quality control (QC) check would include ensuring all tools … The post Why customers expect quality control appeared first on Auto Service World.

Vehicle 262

Vehicle Auto Repair Management 262

AutoShopOwner

MARCH 12, 2024

hi , I have 5 parking lifts that need to be moved 7 miles. They can be moved without disassembly on a trailer , or disassembled and moved and reassembled at the location that is 7 miles, 12 minutes away. If anyone knows qualified, reasonable vendors, I would appreciate that. there is NO rush.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 12, 2024

Mechanical repair leaders paint a picture of the year ahead for repair shops in Canada The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> Introducing the CARS Executive Outlook 2024 appeared first on Auto Service World.

Mechanical Repairs 226

Mechanical Repairs Car Mechanic Auto Repair 226

AutoShopOwner

MARCH 12, 2024

I've decided I need a smallish sandblaster cabinet for cleaning brake caliper brackets. I just sold my brake lathe that never got used to make room for it. If any of you have any advice before I make a purchase, I would love to hear it as I've never even used one. I'm not looking to go too cheap, I want it to work well and not be messy.

IT 130

IT 130

Auto Service World

MARCH 12, 2024

What do some of the top minds in the auto repair space think about the year ahead of us? The latest February issue of CARS magazine features 10 top leaders from the automotive aftermarket sharing their views on what’s going … The post Latest issue of CARS features leading viewpoints appeared first on Auto Service World.

Auto Repair 217

Auto Repair Car Automotive 217

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 12, 2024

It may be hard to believe, but antifreeze has been around long before the automobile. In the mid-19th century, it was used in dynamite. Early engine designers tried other means of cooling before antifreeze gained a foothold. It came to prominence during World War I when it was used in tanks and vehicles to prevent them from freezing in the battlefield.

Engineering 130

Engineering Automobile Vehicle Manufacturing 130

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 12, 2024

NTK Technologies has announced that it will merge with Niterra North America Inc., formerly NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) Inc. “The merger aligns with the organization’s strategy to unify its global brand and aims to enhance its competitiveness and agility in responding to changing business environments,” Niterra said in a news release. The merger will take effect on April 1, and NTK Technologies will begin operating under Niterra North America Inc.

Technical 130

Technical Management IT 130

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

In 1969, Dodge shocked the muscle car world with the Charger Daytona. Developed for NASCAR racing and put into production for homologation purposes, the Daytona featured a nose cone and a 23-inch-tall wing on the rear deck. It looked unlike any other car that had been produced until then. ( continue reading.

Car 124

Car IT 124

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 12, 2024

The ASE Education Foundation and Goodguys Rod and Custom Association (Goodguys) are continuing their partnership and will conduct educational awareness seminars at select Goodguys events throughout the 2024 season. Since its inception, the ASE Education Foundation has brought industry and education together to develop entry-level technicians. Goodguys is one of many industry relationships the Foundation has developed to help solve the technician shortage.

ASE 130

ASE Education Automotive Trucking 130

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

This project started with three Demons. That is why they called the entire thing 3 Demons Performance, in the first place. And then number 4 showed up out of nowhere and now, they want to make it the most powerful and the fastest in the world. To do just that, they make it twin-turbocharged. It will be the first 2023 turbocharged model. It all started with a couple of phone calls.

IT 124

IT 124

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 12, 2024

Elywhere North America (ENA), headquartered in Portland, OR, began its North American operations and will work with Elywhere Norway to bring charging solutions to North America, the company said. Elywhere provides high-power charging stations, designed with integrated batteries, that can deliver up to 200 kW during charging sessions. For high-demand applications such as Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles (HDEV), Elywhere said its chargers can be configured to support power in the 1 MW range, providing

Electric Vehicles 130

Electric Vehicles Management Retail Electricity 130

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

How much downsizing can you do before your tiny home loses all justification of being called a "home"? If today's proposal for a Blast from the Past story is any indication, the answer to that question is: a lot of it. Designed for leisure, performance, or micromobility, bicycles aren't necessarily envisioned as vacation vehicles – unless, of course, your idea of the perfect vacation entails bikepacki. ( continue reading.

Vehicle 119

Vehicle IT 119

RepairPal

MARCH 12, 2024

Let's explore various strategies, tactics, and best practices to help your repair shop attract more customers. The post The Ultimate Guide to Automotive Repair Shop Marketing appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.

Automotive Repair 95

Automotive Repair Automotive 95

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Rumors about Jaguar scaling down its operations started to emerge last year, with new rumors making waves recently. The British luxury carmaker announced a major overhaul, but all the information points to the carmaker's operations being halted across the globe. The most likely outcome is that the Jaguar brand will be sold to a Chinese company.

IT 119

IT 119

Autoblog: Car News

MARCH 12, 2024

Filed under: Weird Car News , Gas Prices , Ownership Continue reading Nebraska woman arrested for scamming over 7,000 gallons of gas Nebraska woman arrested for scamming over 7,000 gallons of gas originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 12 Mar 2024 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Car 88

Car 88

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Currently, there aren't many options if you want an American pony or muscle car – just the S650 seventh-generation 2024 Ford Mustang. But there are many more performance EVs on offer, as it turns out. Last year, the S550 and its successor reclaimed the top spot for sports cars in America as the dusk set upon the sixth-generation. ( continue reading.

Car 116

Car IT 116

Mitchell 1

MARCH 12, 2024

Managing digital marketing can be a challenge for any busy shop owner and manager. But with NEW enhanced LocalSearch features to our digital shop marketing services, SocialCRM, connecting with customers has never been easier! Read on to learn how these features can help you create instant, customized responses to customers. The post Mitchell 1 Adds New Features to LocalSearch Services to Enhance Customer Communications appeared first on Mitchell 1 ShopConnection.

Management 80

Management 80

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Built in 1969 for NASCAR homologation, the Talladega is arguably the most iconic iteration of the Torino nameplate. It's also a historically significant Ford. But despite all this and its limited-edition status (only 754 were produced), the Talladega has yet to reach the market value of certain Mustangs, which. ( continue reading.

IT 111

IT 111

Jalopnik

MARCH 12, 2024

Angela Chao — billionaire sister of former Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao and sister-in-law of Mitch McConnell — died last month when her Tesla Model X sank in a manmade pond on her 900-acre Texas ranch. She was trapped in the car as it flooded, unable to open the unpowered doors , as friends and rescue crews… Read more.

Transportation 72

Transportation Car IT Electric Cars 72

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Introduced in 1968 as Plymouth's most affordable muscle car, the Road Runner soldiered on through 1980. However, the nameplate lost its stand-alone model status in 1976 when it became a trim package for the Volare. And like all Mopars, the Road Runner lost. ( continue reading.

Car 105

Car IT 105

Jalopnik

MARCH 12, 2024

Boeing is having a rough time of it right now , with parts falling off its planes left, right and center. Just last week, a wheel came loose and smashed through a car , and earlier this year the door from a 737 Max aircraft broke off mid-flight. That mid-air disaster sparked an audit from the Federal Aviation… Read more.

Car 72

Car IT 72

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Years ago, even considering that Porsche might compete with Tesla was a blasphemy. Today, the German brand is proud to have a model that beat the Model S Plaid on a racetrack. The fact that the Taycan Turbo GT costs more than twice as much and has to resort to unfair tricks to make it possible is not even discussed. Here's why Porsche's efforts are not a victory but an embarrassment for the great brand it was.

IT 105

IT 105

Jalopnik

MARCH 12, 2024

The current Alfa Romeo Giulia certainly has its flaws , but it’s also gorgeous and an absolute delight to drive. So when the electric version finally lands (now in 2026), we’re really hoping it gets a nicer interior and better reliability without losing its excellent driving character. Unfortunately for us it’ll be a… Read more.

Electricity 67

Electricity IT Vehicle Car 67

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Everyone is raving about the Oscars these days. I only care about the topic because Godzilla: Minus One won an award for the first time in history. Other than that, Hollywood has been disappointing for several years. But every empire has ups and downs, regardless of size or nature. Recently, Mattel has been sending mixed signals to the community. On the one hand, we've seen a lot of new castings which are fantastic.

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105

Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 12, 2024

At last year’s TMC Expo in Orlando, FL, Apollo Tires debuted its longhaul truck tire range. This year, Apollo Tires returned to the Expo in New Orleans to celebrate its first year in the market, with the full tire range now available to commercial fleets and independent operators. The full Apollo Tires lineup covers a majority of the commercial truck tire market with over 40 SKUs, Apollo said.

Trucking 52

Trucking Vehicle IT 52

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Alfa Romeo has finally reinvented itself without ditching the classic sporty styling and premium atmosphere. But how about the design? Is it too soon to call for a paradigm shift there, as well? The Italian automaker, parented by Stellantis, has had a busy few months – while just a couple of model years ago, it only had the Giulia premium sedan and. ( continue reading.

IT 105

IT 105

AutoSuccess

MARCH 12, 2024

KPA recently announced the results of its 2024 KPA Dealership Trust Survey conducted by The Harris Poll. The survey reveals that about one-third of Americans have experienced things like deceptive selling, hidden fees or dishonest salespeople at car dealerships. Yet over three-quarters of Americans (76%) don’t trust dealerships to be honest about pricing.

Car Dealership 52

Car Dealership Finance Retail Car 52

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

1972 must have been a terrible year for muscle car fans when it became absolutely clear to everyone that American motoring was on a collision course with horsepower mass extinction. Carmakers retired their most performant models. The top predators were getting muffled by the scavengers from the insurance companies and the parasites from the emissions regulating committees.

Insurance 105

Insurance Car IT 105

Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 12, 2024

Pilot Travel Centers said it’s expanding its truck maintenance network of Southern Tire Mart at Pilot Flying J (STMP) shops. Over the next year, the company plans to add more than 30 shops to its travel centers for a total of over 85 locations across the country. “Expanding into new communities and enhancing our services remains a key part of our long-term strategy,” said Allison Cornish, senior vice president of store modernization and development at Pilot Travel Centers.

IT 52

IT Trucking 52

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Rolls-Royce's latest limited edition Ghost model is dubbed ‘Prism’ and it’s inspired by the world of contemporary design. The luxury carmaker decided to celebrate its 120th anniversary by showcasing a Gunmetal-finished model with Burnout and black brightwork, as well as four bold accent colors. Since it’s their 120th anniversary this year, Rolls-Royce also decided to build just 120 units of the. ( continue reading.

Car 105

Car IT 105

AutoInc.

MARCH 12, 2024

March 11, 2024 – Auto repair shops across the nation have an unprecedented opportunity to recoup funds lost due to overcharges by Visa and MasterCard between 2004 and 2019. With a $5.5 billion settlement now established, eligible auto repair shops can seek rightful compensation for these excessive fees. This settlement offers auto service owners, a chance to recoup a portion of the funds lost over the years due to these overcharges.

Auto Repair Shop 52

Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair Vehicle IT 52

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Kia kicked off production of the third-generation Forte five years ago, and since it is considered an aging product in today's market, the Korean automaker has started developing its successor. We first laid eyes on the ( continue reading.

IT 105

IT 105

Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 12, 2024

At last year’s TMC Expo in Orlando, FL, Apollo Tires debuted its longhaul truck tire range. This year, Apollo Tires returned to the Expo in New Orleans to celebrate its first year in the market, with the full tire range now available to commercial fleets and independent operators. The full Apollo Tires lineup covers a majority of the commercial truck tire market with over 40 SKUs, Apollo said.

Trucking 52

Trucking Vehicle IT 52

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

Despite being one of the largest bike makers in the world, British company Triumph is not as in the news as others when it comes to recalls, and that generally means it takes great care when it comes around to assembling its products. But as an announcement made this week has shown, the Brits are not immune to faults. The ( continue reading.

IT 98

IT 98

Automotive Fleet

MARCH 12, 2024

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety released a new ratings program for partial driving automation systems. Out of the first 14 systems tested, only one earns an acceptable rating.

Insurance 52

Insurance 52

autoevolution

MARCH 12, 2024

The 50s were oscillating years for the smallest of the Big Three from Detroit: Chrysler’s entry division, Plymouth, was on a roller sales coaster, going up and down with almost mathematical regularity year over year. The all-time high of the decade (and of the entire as-of-then three-decade Plymouth history) came in 1957 when the division produced over 726,000 automobiles.

Automobile 98

Automobile 98