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How much longer average age will climb

Auto Service World

Average vehicle age has been on a sharp rise in recent years and it will continue to for several more, an industry observer predicted. At AAPEX 2023, Todd Campau, aftermarket practice leader at S&P Global Mobility, talked about the factors … The post How much longer average age will climb appeared first on Auto Service World.

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5 Exciting AI Applications to Use After Dispatch Training

Automotive Training Centre

The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized countless industries. These days, AI provides innovative solutions to complex challenges while streamlining operations for enhanced efficiency. The field of dispatch and logistics is no exception. As a vital component of supply chain management, dispatch involves critical decision-making, coordination, and communication to ensure the smooth transit of goods and services.

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From the Magazine: Navigating the future

Auto Service World

Challenges and opportunities for Canadian jobbers The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> Navigating the future appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Understanding Fuel Trims

Brake & Front End

CC: Let’s take a trip. It’s 1974. You’re in Denver, Colorado. You’re in your car that has a carburetor, and you’re getting ready to go over those rocky mountains to go to California. You’ve noticed that you’re halfway up the mountain, the engine’s starting to struggle. You go a little bit further. You notice that you start misfiring and the plugs are fouled.

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Jobber News Executive Outlook 2024: Jeff Coolen

Auto Service World

Jobber News reached out to leaders in the supply and distribution segment of the automotive aftermarket and asked them what they see happening in the industry over the next 12 months, what will improve, what one challenge to the industry … The post <span style=color:#ff0000>Jobber News Executive Outlook 2024:</span> Jeff Coolen appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Understanding Fuel Trims

Tomorrow's Technician

CC: Let’s take a trip. It’s 1974. You’re in Denver, Colorado. You’re in your car that has a carburetor, and you’re getting ready to go over those rocky mountains to go to California. You’ve noticed that you’re halfway up the mountain, the engine’s starting to struggle. You go a little bit further. You notice that you start misfiring and the plugs are fouled.

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Watch what bullets the Tesla Cybertruck can (and can't) stop

Autoblog: Car News

Filed under: Green , Weird Car News , Tesla , Truck , Electric Continue reading Watch what bullets the Tesla Cybertruck can (and can't) stop Watch what bullets the Tesla Cybertruck can (and can't) stop originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 8 Mar 2024 15:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Rumored All-New Lexus Coupe Gets Imagined Ready to Take Over Duties from RC and LC Series

autoevolution

Lexus and other Asian luxury brands like Acura, Infiniti, and now Genesis are still going strong in the United States, three decades after the first one arrived on the market. Lexus even posted a humongous record in terms of sales last year, also thanks to its rising North American fortunes. But that doesn't mean they should just rely on their continued good. ( continue reading.

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BendPak Partners with Expert Automotive Equipment

Tomorrow's Technician

BendPak has entered a strategic partnership with Expert Automotive Equipment to be the primary distributor for all BendPak brands and products in the Las Vegas Valley. BendPak said this collaboration marks a significant milestone for both companies, combining BendPak’s expertise in automotive lifts, wheel service equipment and shop equipment with Expert Automotive Equipment’s commitment to providing products and services to the automotive industry.

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Sadly, a Reborn Ram Dakota 'Hellcat' Mid-Size Pickup Truck Is Twice Wishful Thinking

autoevolution

Currently, Stellantis is diligently preparing for a couple of major introductions in North America – the official reveal of the all-new Dodge Charger (Daytona) and the market arrival of the revamped Ram 1500 series. Some might wonder a little as to why we are talking about both Dodge and Ram, but let's remember that not long ago, they. ( continue reading.

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Valvoline Celebrates Female Service Center Employees

Tomorrow's Technician

Valvoline Inc. announced it is working to redefine the vehicle care experience and that it is excited to share important automotive preventive maintenance tips during Women’s History Month. The company says that in research studies, women have expressed an uneasiness when approaching vehicle service and general dissatisfaction with a lack of accessible, straightforward maintenance knowledge in the broader automotive care industry.

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Man Is Offered $165,000 for NOS-Fed '67 Mustang Shelby GT500E Super Snake, Refuses To Sell

autoevolution

The ‘Eleanor’ name holds a lot of weight in vintage Mustang circles. It originated in H.B Toby Haliki’s 1974 film ‘Gone in 60 Seconds’, before being recast as a different type of Mustang in the 2000 remake, starring Nicholas Cage. There’s been a lot of misinformation regarding these cars since that remake, with people arguing about what makes a Mustang a “true Eleanor&a. ( continue reading.

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United Air Boeing 777 loses a wheel at takeoff, smashes car

Autoblog: Car News

Filed under: Weird Car News Continue reading United Air Boeing 777 loses a wheel at takeoff, smashes car United Air Boeing 777 loses a wheel at takeoff, smashes car originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 8 Mar 2024 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Warehouse Opens Up To Reveal Stash of Rare Ford Mustangs and Shelbys

autoevolution

Produced for nearly ten years, the first-generation Ford Mustang sold almost three million units. And this number makes it quite the common classic. However, the said Mustang spawned quite a few rare iterations. The Shelby GT350 and GT500 are arguably the scarcest and most desirable, but the Boss 302 and 429 are nothing. ( continue reading.

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NTEA Announces 2024-2025 Board

Automotive Fleet

Read about Ritchey's career in the work truck industry. Plus, see who's on the 2024-2025 NTEA Board.

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Mercedes S-Class Wants To Have Fun, Gets Touched by the Rendering Fairy

autoevolution

Purists might agree to disagree, but luxury models can rock other hues besides the traditional black and still look good. One particular Maybach we covered a few months back proves it, as does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class pictured below. Mind you, pictured is too big a word. The. ( continue reading.

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Can We Just Throw In The Towel On Airport Security Theater Already?

Jalopnik

The Transportation Security Administration is testing new self-screening checkpoint lanes at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas. The new process promises passengers shorter wait lines without the hassle of taking off shoes and outerwear or removing electronics from carry-on bags. While the smoother procedure Read more.

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Farina Tiny Home Displays a Perfect Blend of Timeless Design and Modern Functionality

autoevolution

Many people have misleading misconceptions about tiny living and minimalism, unfairly believing that tiny houses lack the comfort and charm of traditional homes. However, designs like the Farina from Movable Roots are a testament to innovation in the tiny home realm and manage to bust these beliefs. The Farina, a tiny home model based on the popular Ward design by Movable Roots, was recently awarded the title of the "Most Tradit. ( continue reading.

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AuctionNet data: Wholesale vehicle sales volumes leap in February

Auto Remarketing

It has been a “leap year” in more than one sense for wholesale vehicle volumes. There have already been 1.12 million units sold at auction year-to-date through February, which is a 13% increase from the first two months of 2023, according to AuctionNet data from the National Auto Auction Association shared exclusively with Auto Remarketing. That includes a 16.9% year-over-year uptick in auction sales last month, which NAAA said was the strongest hike in more than two years.

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Buy a Superyacht and Get a "Human" Included in Your Purchase? Starfire Is on Another Level

autoevolution

Let's face it; we've all heard the stories about how millionaires and billionaires like to spend cash and party. Well, if I understand things correctly, whenever you buy the Starfire superyacht, you'll even get a masseuse included in your purchase. What a minute! Isn't a masseuse a human who spends time cracking bones and pulling muscle?

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Spring already flourishing for both wholesale, retail used-car markets

Auto Remarketing

It was springtime in the auction lanes last month. Prices were down double-digit percentages from a year ago, but the market was buzzing as dealers were busy buying units amid blooming retail demand. “The wholesale market got into the spring mood in February, with dealers. TO READ THE FULL STORY BECOME A MEMBER Login The post Spring already flourishing for both wholesale, retail used-car markets appeared first on Auto Remarketing.

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Italian Supercar Learns English With American Tuner's Help, Poses for the Camera in L.A.

autoevolution

Even after all these years, we're firm believers in the 'less is more' saying here at autoevolution when it comes to the tuning world. Case in point: meet one special Italian supercar that features only a few aftermarket touches and manages to retain its visually appealing flair. The tuner behind it ( continue reading.

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Tesla Cybertruck’s ‘Basecamp’ Tent Is A $3,000 Disappointment

Jalopnik

So far, the Tesla Cybertruck has not exactly lived up to the hype surrounding it. And, as it turns out, neither does i ts “Basecamp” truck bed tent. What Tesla promised was a sleek, angular tent box that mounted perfectly into the Cybertruck’s bed. What the owners got is a $3,000 gray blob, and some do not seem too… Read more.

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Kia Recalls 3.3L TT V6-Powered Stinger and K900 Sedans for Potential Oil Leak

autoevolution

Kia's US and Canadian divisions have issued separate recalls concerning the 2018 through 2023 model year Stinger and 2019 through 2020 model year K900. The problem is exclusive to vehicles equipped with the 3.3L twin-turbocharged V6. Over in Canada, no fewer than 5,526 vehicles have been recalled. The NHTSA lists 36,248 units in the United States, bringing the grand total to 41,774 sedans.

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Bike Lanes Are Good For Business, Actually, And Everyone Who Says Otherwise Is Wrong

Jalopnik

Bike lanes are obviously good for cyclists, as they make it safer to ride and encourage people to make more trips on two wheels. More people riding instead of driving is also better for the environment and cuts down on noise pollution from cars. Still, since bike lanes often replace street parking , it’s understandable… Read more.

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TFL's 2024 Toyota Tacoma Confirmed To Have Suffered Front Differential ADD Failure

autoevolution

The Fast Lane's Roman Mica and Andre Smirnov took delivery of a 2024 Toyota Tacoma in February 2024. Less than a month later, while they were off-roading in sub-zero conditions, Roman heard a loud pop. The resulting 4WD system failure resulted in the midsizer losing drive to the front wheels. Affectionately christened Blueberry after the superb-looking blue paint color, the pictured Tacoma TRD Off-Road became a rear-wheel-drive truck. ( continue reading.

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The Joyful Mechanical Design of Akira Toriyama

Jalopnik

Akira Toriyama is responsible for some of the most memorable and beloved character designs of multiple generations. From Goku and the cast of Dragon Ball , to Dragon Quest’s legendary beasts like the Slime, and countless more, the mangaka is in rare company when it comes to a singular talent responsible for so many… Read more.

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Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale Recalled for Incorrect Weight Capacity on Label

autoevolution

Stellantis messed up the maximum vehicle capacity weight value on the tire placard label fitted to 36,093 crossovers produced for the US market, plus 5,878 more for Canada. The affected population comprises the 2023 to 2024 model year Dodge Hornet and technically similar Alfa Romeo Tonale, which are produced at Pomigliano d'Arco in Italy. Indeed, the affected population bears 17-character VINs beginning with ZA.

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Lifespan Of Your Clutch: What You Need to Know!

Hollenshades Auto Service

Extending the lifespan of your vehicle’s clutch involves good driving habits as well as regular maintenance. The following are some considerations for the next time you’re behind the wheel. Smooth Driving Avoid sudden starts and stops as much as possible. Smooth and gradual acceleration and deceleration puts less strain on the clutch itself. Keeping the RPMs low as you pull away from a stopped position can help with strain.

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2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Arrives Early to Expose Its Subtle Upgrades Across Imagination Land

autoevolution

Last year, as the US automotive industry continued to recover swiftly from supply-chain issues and various other problems that have plagued the early 2020s, many models were quite a long way up in the sales charts for 2023. For example, even the 25th best-selling nameplate reached more than 140k sales. The jumps were not incremental toward the fight for the crown – the fifth best-selling model in America was Tesla's Mod. ( continue reading.

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Do Waterless Car Washes Really Work?

Eastwood

If you spent your weekends in the driveway dragging the garden hose around the car, you probably have a hard time with the words ‘waterless car wash.’ It’s just not possible to get a car clean without using water, is it? The answer, of course, is “yes, but…” There’s always a but, and we’ll get to that. However, let’s explain what waterless car wash is first.

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Rivian R2, R3, and R3X Come With NACS Ports but They Are Installed in the Wrong Place

autoevolution

Under the NACS deal, carmakers promised to adopt the NACS port in their vehicles starting from 2025. Rivian was the first to showcase NACS-enabled EVs. However, simply because the R2, R3, and R3X crossovers come with the NACS port doesn't mean they follow Tesla's recommendations. Ever since Tesla opened the Supercharger stations in the US to non-Tesla EVs, it became obvious that this would not happen peacefully.

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Goodyear reveals 40th Goodyear Highway Hero winners

Tire Review Magazine

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company revealed two winners in the 40th anniversary Goodyear Highway Hero program. Since 1983, Goodyear has recognized commercial drivers through this program. “In 2023, we asked for nominations of commercial drivers who went above and beyond to help others on the road,” Rich Cottrell, senior director, commercial marketing, said.

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Ex-Mercedes Designer Hates the Looks of His BMW M2, Uses Duct Tape To Fix It

autoevolution

This guy was a former Mercedes, Hyundai, and Rivian designer. Now, he modifies cars according to his preferences or the customers’ requests. But the time has come for his brand-new BMW M2 to be restyled. And he is going to do it using duct tape. Davis Yongwon Lee goes by the name of Adro Davis on social media. People ask for his help when they want to change the looks of their cars, going from normal to predator mode.

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2024 NAFA I&E Ride & Drive Experience Lineup Announced

Automotive Fleet

The new Ride & Drive Experience provides the opportunity for attendees to interact with the latest vehicle models, electric and alternative fuel vehicles, and cutting-edge technologies behind the wheel.

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Junkyard-Found 1969 Plymouth Belvedere Gets the Perfect Gift: 426 HEMI

autoevolution

Introduced in 1951 as a two-door hardtop version of the Cranbrook, the Plymouth Belvedere became a stand-alone nameplate in 1954. Initially a full-size automobile, the Belverede was reassigned to midsize duty in 1962. Like most intermediates, it was involved in the muscle car wars of the golden era. ( continue reading.

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Cox Automotive Plans Fifth Technician Training Center

Automotive Fleet

The centers are designed to address the industry’s skilled-labor shortage, develop future talent, increase business and client efficiencies, and position Manheim’s reconditioning operations for EV growth.