Mon.Apr 22, 2024

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Clore adds new sales VP

Auto Service World

Clore Automotive announced Dan Lucas has been appointed as vice president of sales. In the role, Lucas will leverage his industry background and his sales leadership to build on key goals of sustainable growth and high customer satisfaction. The company … The post Clore adds new sales VP appeared first on Auto Service World.

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PRT Launches 30 New Complete Strut Assemblies

Brake & Front End

PRT , an ADD Group brand, announced the launch of 30 new complete strut assemblies for light vehicles, SUVs and pickups, which it said represent more than 10 million vehicles in new coverage. The launches covers a range of vehicle applications, including the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sorento and Acura RDX, in addition to brand-new applications, such as the GMC Acadia 2021, Chevrolet Blazer 2021, and Subaru Outback 2021, among others.

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New diag tools from Mahle

Auto Service World

Mahle Aftermarket introduces the second generation of its workshop diagnostic tools, Mahle TechPro and Brain Bee Connex, featuring a completely redesigned user interface to enhance usability. The update promises an intuitive navigation system that streamlines the diagnostic process, saving time … The post New diag tools from Mahle appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Sona Comstar Inaugurates Manufacturing Plant in Mexico

Brake & Front End

Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd. (Sona Comstar) announced the inauguration of its new manufacturing plant in the Fipasi Industrial Park, Silao, Mexico. The new facility will specialize in producing differential assemblies and reduction gears meticulously designed for BEVs. Over time, it will further diversify its product range to accommodate the evolving technological advancements in electric vehicles.

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New Dodge Durango brake pads from NRS

Auto Service World

NRS Brakes introduced rear brake pads for 2021-2024 Dodge Durango models (including pursuit) to its lineup. This addition extends coverage to over 187,000 vehicles. Built in Canada, these pads feature the NRS mechanical fusion technology, ensuring the friction material remains … The post New Dodge Durango brake pads from NRS appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Toe Angles and Ride Height 

Brake & Front End

How can a mysterious case of tire wear occur in a perfectly aligned vehicle? It happens and the answers aren’t always simple. To better explain, let’s go back a few decades when I aligned a 1983 Mitsubishi RWD pickup, only to have it return a month later with a tire scuffing complaint. Although the outside edge of the right front tire showed evidence of toe-related wear, the current toe angle was 0.100 inches, which is within the Mitsubishi’s +0.080” to +0.350“ specification.

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What is a Right Hook Accident?

Auto Service World

Right hook accidents are a common type of collision that occurs between a vehicle and a cyclist or pedestrian, typically at intersections or junctions. These accidents often result from a failure of the motorist to yield to the cyclist or … The post What is a Right Hook Accident? appeared first on Auto Service World.

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EV expo ramping up for next week

Auto Service World

The EV and Charging Expo is back to build on lessons learned The post EV expo ramping up for next week appeared first on Auto Service World.

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PRT Launches 30 New Complete Strut Assemblies

Tomorrow's Technician

PRT , an ADD Group brand, announced the launch of 30 new complete strut assemblies for light vehicles, SUVs and pickups, which it said represent more than 10 million vehicles in new coverage. The launches covers a range of vehicle applications, including the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sorento and Acura RDX, in addition to brand-new applications, such as the GMC Acadia 2021, Chevrolet Blazer 2021, and Subaru Outback 2021, among others.

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The Factors That Influence the Duration of a Car Accident Case

Auto Service World

The aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming, leaving you with physical injuries, emotional distress, and a mountain of paperwork. If the accident wasn’t your fault and you’re considering pursuing a personal injury claim to get a reasonable settlement, … The post The Factors That Influence the Duration of a Car Accident Case appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Next-Gen Battery Company Sila Appoints HR Manager

Tomorrow's Technician

Sila , next-generation battery materials company, recently announced Erika Belmontes as the new HR Manager at its Moses Lake, Washington, plant. Belmontes has over a decade of HR experience in employee relations, organizational design, and learning and development with heavy emphasis in production manufacturing. Belmontes will be responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management, and partnering with the Moses Lake community on local initiatives such as the education prog

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Reasons Why Chest Injuries After a Car Accident Can Be Dangerous

Auto Service World

Car accidents are a leading cause of injuries in the United States, and chest injuries are a frequent consequence of these collisions. The human chest houses vital organs like the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels. Due to this … The post Reasons Why Chest Injuries After a Car Accident Can Be Dangerous appeared first on Auto Service World.

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The 10 car brands cheapest to maintain over 10 years

Autoblog: Repairs

Filed under: Buick , Tesla , Auto Repair , Driving , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading The 10 car brands cheapest to maintain over 10 years The 10 car brands cheapest to maintain over 10 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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4 Essential Things to Know About Truck Platooning

Auto Service World

Truck platooning, an innovative technology in the transportation industry, has gained significant attention in recent years for its potential to improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and enhance road safety. This advanced system allows multiple trucks to travel closely together in … The post 4 Essential Things to Know About Truck Platooning appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Checking The Auxiliary Water Pump

Tomorrow's Technician

Poor heater performance is the last thing drivers want to worry about when the temperature starts to drop. Say you have a customer who complains that on cold mornings the heater will blow cold air during the drive to work in rush hour traffic. The car is not overheating, and the air is coming from the correct ducts. Your first reaction might be to install a new thermostat and inspect the heater core for a blockage.

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April’s ShopOwner Brings May Business Success

Brake & Front End

The interactive and easy-to-use digital edition of ShopOwner’s April issue, featuring articles from Brake & Front End , is available now. Click Here to read the April issue In addition to management topics and opinion pieces, this issue reads like a mystery novel with articles on how a mysterious case of tire wear can occur in a perfectly aligned vehicle (spoiler alert: think toe angle); solving false ADAS activation scenarios; why offering too many choices with alignment decisions may actua

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The 10 car brands most expensive to maintain over 10 years

Autoblog: Repairs

Filed under: Land Rover , Mercedes-Benz , Porsche , Auto Repair , Driving , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading The 10 car brands most expensive to maintain over 10 years The 10 car brands most expensive to maintain over 10 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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1972 Plymouth Duster Is a Perfect Unrestored Time Capsule, Sells for Record Price

autoevolution

When it comes to classic cars, the term "survivor" describes a vehicle that hasn't been modified, has never been in a crash, and has all of its original parts save for maintenance items. Granted, the term has been loosely applied to highly original classics that have been repainted in recent years. Those rigs are nice, too, but ( continue reading.

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GM Energy to Offer Equipment to Transfer Power Between EVs and Homes

Automotive Fleet

At launch, customers will be able to purchase GM Energy’s V2H bundle, which includes equipment to enable the transfer of energy between a customer’s compatible EV and a properly equipped home. The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV First-Edition RST will be the first vehicle compatible with the charging technology.

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LA Dealer Refuses To Sell 2022 Lucid Air Dream Edition Range for $83,512, Elon Musk Laughs

autoevolution

If Elon Musk could be bothered to read our articles, he would probably have a laugh about what just happened with this 2022 Lucid Air Dream Edition Range model, which failed to sell at auction recently in an extremely disrespectful way. This is a low-mileage luxury EV with just 1,400 miles on its dual AC permanent-magnet synchronous electric motors.

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Cosmo Tires to include 40,000-70,000 mileage warranty on all PLT tires

Tire Review Magazine

Cosmo Tires , distributed by Tire Group International , has introduced changes to its mileage warranty and road-hazard programs which will now feature a mileage warranty of 40,000-70,000 miles for all passenger and light truck tires offered. “Our products are over-built and tested on the most rigorous tracks and terrains around the globe and this reflects our investments in manufacturing and quality.

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These Are Some of the Hardest-Hitting C8 Chevy Corvette Sports Cars Out There

autoevolution

The aftermarket realm is brimming with joy at the sight of any, every, and all C8 Chevrolet Corvette mid-engine sports cars simply because they're so easy to get close to easy-custom perfection. The C8 Corvette has been around for almost five years already – it was announced in April 2019 but wasn't officially presented unti. ( continue reading.

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Cosmo Tires to include 40,000-70,000 mileage warranty on all PLT tires

Tire Review Magazine

Cosmo Tires , distributed by Tire Group International , has introduced changes to its mileage warranty and road-hazard programs which will now feature a mileage warranty of 40,000-70,000 miles for all passenger and light truck tires offered. “Our products are over-built and tested on the most rigorous tracks and terrains around the globe and this reflects our investments in manufacturing and quality.

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Toyota Recalls Lexus LS 500 and LS 500 Hybrid for Safety Concern

autoevolution

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing has issued a safety recall affecting certain examples of the 2018 through 2021 Lexus LS 500 and 2018 through 2020 Lexus LS 500 Hybrid. As per documents published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 509 luxury sedans equipped with the Executive Package may require front passenger seat adjustments.

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Tesla Cybertruck Breaks In New, Innovative Way

Jalopnik

Things aren’t going well at Tesla. The stock is currently down more than 40 percent year-to-date, analysts expect the Texas-based automaker to announce a 40 percent drop in profits, more than 20,000 people are expected to lose their jobs, and Tesla’s flagship product, the Cybertruck, is already on its second recall,… Read more.

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Super Novas: A Look Back at Yenko's Insane Mini-Muscle Cars

autoevolution

In 1969 and 1970, Yenko added the compact Nova to his lineup of beefed-up COPO Chevys, creating arguably the wildest high-performance compacts from the golden age of muscle. After the first generation of the rear-engined Corvair failed to stop the Ford Falcon's domina. ( continue reading.

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Pepsi Paid For 100 Tesla Semi Trucks In 2017, But Has Only Received 36

Jalopnik

Tesla’s Semi truck, promised to deliver 500 miles of range , easy hauling, and low cost of operation, was unveiled in November of 2017. At the time dozens of fleets around the world placed orders for hundreds of trucks. The two largest orders, however, were for UPS and Pepsi, ordering 125 and 100 trucks respectively. Pr… Read more.

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Humanoid Robot with Lost in Space Vibes Looks Ready to Make Humans Its Slaves

autoevolution

Humanoid robots and the latest high-profile trend in the robotics industry. Although all sorts of other machines have been helping us perform daily tasks for decades now, bipedal metal creatures with arms are what will probably completely transform our world. The reason for that is pretty simple: a humanoid is the most effective form we know of in this universe of ours capable of interacting in a proper manner with the world around us.

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Tesla’s Day Of Reckoning Is Upon Us

Jalopnik

Good morning! It’s Monday, April 22, 2024, 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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This Massive Space Balloon Could Also Be Our First Home on Mars

autoevolution

Inflatable space habitats are a relatively new concept in space exploration. Although people started thinking about such things ever since the 1960s, when the original space race was at its peak, it wasn't until private space pioneers literally made space accessible for everyone with much-cheaper-than-before-launches that inflatable became the focus of space exploration.

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Russia Is Jamming Airplane GPS For Thousands Of Flights Across Europe

Jalopnik

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, a Faraday curtain descended across European airspace from the Baltic Sea in the north to the Black Sea in the south. Over 46,000 planes have reported GPS issues while flying over the Baltic since last August, according to the Guardian. While aviation officials don’t believe… Read more.

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1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Gold Car Replica Is Motorized Magic. Its Fate Has Been Decided!

autoevolution

We have always known that this was going to happen. This spectacular one-off, the result of years of searching for information and months of work around the clock, the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air gold car replica has its fate decided. Back in 1954, on November 23, General Motors celebrated the 55 millionth car with a huge street party in Flint, Michigan, where the heart of operations of the auto giant was.

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Maverick Tire Changer: Bead massage

Tire Review Magazine

Joe Keene, automotive content video producer at Babcox Media, speaks with Hunter Engineering service rep Rick Marzen on the bead massage feature on Hunter’s Maverick tire changer — which some OEMs are now recommending for better tire and wheel fitment to help with wheel balancing. This video is sponsored by Hunter Engineering Co. The post Maverick Tire Changer: Bead massage appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Lucid v Tesla Drag Race, Episode 'One More' Shows Exactly Why Time Is Money

autoevolution

The perfect drag race doesn't exist. It never did, and it never will—unless, of course, humanity sets an ultimate goal of its existence to move to the quantum physics realm of simultaneity. Then, we'll be able to stage the ideal race between top-of-their-game machines running in identical conditions. Until then, however, we'll settle for our wonderful imperfection, where neither cars nor drivers are exact replicas of one another. ( continue reading.

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EpiCar Partners with EpicVIN

AutoSuccess

EpiCar , an online platform connecting car sellers with dealers, has announced a new partnership with EpicVIN , a trusted provider of vehicle history reports. As part of this collaboration, all car listings on EpiCar will now include complimentary vehicle history reports from EpicVIN. EpicVIN’s reports offer comprehensive insights into a car’s past, including sales history, accident records, odometer information and more.

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From Barn Find to Spotless in 26 Years: Custom 1962 Chevy Nova Flexes Unique Upgrades

autoevolution

The Chevy Nova was almost an overnight hit, with the GM brand producing over 326,000 units in the first year on the market. Most Novas rolled off the assembly lines with a six-cylinder engine under the hood – about 302,000 units, with the L4 mill making its way to 24,000 cars. As most diehard Nova fanboys know, V8 upgrades were common, with customers installing more potent engines until 1964, when ( continue reading.

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Privacy4Cars Awarded Three More Patents

AutoSuccess

Privacy4Cars , the first privacy-tech company focused on solving the privacy and security issues posed by vehicle data to protect consumers and automotive businesses, announced the US Patent Office approved three new patents. Two are novel areas of expansion for Privacy4Cars : “Artificial Intelligence Based System and Method for Generating Dynamically Variable Multi-Dimensional Privacy Rating for Vehicles” is the first patent covering how to build privacy rating systems in automotive

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