Automotive Training Centre
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The future looks bright for hybrid and electric vehicles and, by extension, hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics. Backed by official mandates in many parts of the world, it seems only a matter of time before HEVs become the norm rather than the exception. In today’s rapidly evolving automotive landscape, hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer a niche market.
R.O. Writer
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
For an auto repair shop to thrive in today’s challenging market conditions, you need to do everything you can to turn one-time customers into regulars. This blog outlines some practical The post How to keep your auto shop customers coming back for more appeared first on R.O. Writer.
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Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
The annual Buy & Sell Event hosted by Bestbuy Distributors had attendees strap on their cowboy boots and get down to important business but also have some fun to celebrate 70 years of the company. More than 200 attendees including … The post Bestbuy gets down to business in Nashville appeared first on Auto Service World.
Solera
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Immediate, Expert Triage Decisions @ FNOL Now “A Click Away” Accurate, timely claim decisions are paramount to reducing settlement times and expediting repairs. In fact, one recent case study reports that more than half of all total loss vehicles are sent to repair shops in error. Consider the additional time, hassle and extra costs of these missteps – not to mention the frustration levels experienced by all.
BayIQ
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
In the highly competitive landscape of the auto repair industry, building customer loyalty is essential for long-term success. One of the most effective ways to foster customer loyalty is through a well-structured and engaging loyalty program. However, creating a loyalty program is just the beginning; you need an enticing and memorable reward program name to make it stand out.
Autoblog: Repairs
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Filed under: Car Buying , Green Driving , Auto Repair , Gas Prices , Insurance , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading AAA study says the average annual cost of vehicle ownership is $12,182 AAA study says the average annual cost of vehicle ownership is $12,182 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Automotive Training Centre
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
As environmental concerns grow and technological advancements continue, the automotive industry rapidly shifts towards hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs). This has led to an increased demand for skilled technicians who understand the nuances of these cutting-edge machines. If you’re considering venturing into hybrid and electrical mechanic training, it’s not just the vehicle’s mechanics you’ll need to grasp but also the various home charging systems available.
Auto Repair Digest brings together the best content for auto repair professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
The automotive aftermarket is really on two different doorsteps that are prepared to change the way this industry operates. On one hand, there’s the aging workforce that’s preparing to retire. On the other, a wave of technologically advanced vehicles are … The post What roles will older techs play as new tech emerges? appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Fleet
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
To centralize a 100% decentralized fleet — nearly 60 individual fleets and 4,200 vehicles dispersed nationwide — a well-thought-out change management plan is paramount, says Adam Nesbit, VP of procurement for TurnPoint.
Auto Remarketing
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
While it seems as if the electric vehicle is not a new phenomenon, the EV market is in its infancy compared to the internal combustion engine vehicle market. The latter has a history of well over a century, while the former has been just a sliver of the American vehicle market until just recently. Of course, by its very nature, the used electric vehicle market lags the new EV market.
Autoblog: Car News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Filed under: Motorsports , Weird Car News , Motorcycle Continue reading 97-year-old New Zealander Leslie Harris becomes Guinness record holder 97-year-old New Zealander Leslie Harris becomes Guinness record holder originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Sep 2023 10:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Automotive Training Centre
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
A service advisor acts as an intermediary between the client and the technicians. Their primary role is to interpret the client’s concerns about their vehicle and relay this information to the technicians. In a supervisory capacity, a service advisor oversees workflow, ensures quality service, and manages customer relations. Of course, the bottom line of your duties as a service advisor is to boost the productivity and profitability of the auto repair business where you’re employed.
autoevolution
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
Although not as famous as the Swedish Jetson One, this personal eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) from the UK is equally tempting. The Axe eVTOL is a two-seater that promises to save people from the inferno of traffic jams and to save the planet with green operations. More than that, it's now part of a real revolution in terms of regulations meant to accommodate new generations of electric aircraft.
Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
Popular technician and reality television personality Bogi Lateiner shared insights on how the automotive aftermarket can make the industry more welcoming for women. In an industry looking to draw talent, making women more comfortable was the focus of Lateiner’s talk … The post Tips on making the aftermarket more comfortable for women appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tire Review Magazine
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
All-Terrain. The name really says it all when it comes to the demands placed on this segment of tires. If we consider an All-Season tire, which must perform consistently on the road in the hottest summers and the coldest winters, through rain and even light snow, this only scratches the surface of what an All-Terrain tire is designed to do. With Kumho’s latest truck and SUV tire, the Road Venture AT52, the demands of the All-Season tire customer meet those of the enthusiasts and tradesmen who al
Eastwood
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
Depending on your perspective, 3D printers are now either as easy to use as a traditional home document printer or overwhelmingly complex toys that only tech nerds can really justify owning. And the truth probably lies somewhere in the middle. Regardless of how you feel, 3D printers are already an accessible addition to the modern home and garage tool kit.
Automotive Fleet
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
To determine which states have the most confrontational drivers, Forbes Advisor surveyed 10,000 licensed drivers and compared all 50 states across nine key metrics.
Automotive Training Centre
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
If auto mechanics are the lifeblood of the automotive repair industry, service advisors are its beating heart. In addition to acting as the bridge between customers and the service team at auto repair shops, service advisors are responsible for many other tasks that, quite literally, can make or break the business. Service advisors, among other things, are responsible for streamlining workflow, managing inventory, and generally ensuring the profitability of the auto repair business.
autoevolution
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
The Street 500 is far from the most exciting machine produced by The Motor Company, but it’s the only Harley model eligible for the Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme (LAMS) in Australia. Being a part of this program and dead set on riding a hog, Paul got himself a LAMS-certified XG500 some time ago. He didn’t leave it in its stock form for very long, though.
Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
New vehicle prices were mostly flat overall year-over-year as increases and cuts balanced each other out. Kelley Blue Book noted that the average transaction price for a new vehicle in August was up only $42 compared to the same time … The post How car prices avoided jumping in the U.S. appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tire Review Magazine
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
It’s the unexpected moments that make a trip memorable. Babcox Media’s Joe Keene, an ASE-certified technician who fixed a rare Lincoln Blackwood, enters Iowa on his drive to AAPEX and discovers the charm of small-town America along the Lincoln Highway. A standout spot is the Lincoln Highway Hotel. The now boutique hotel, built in 1915, was a refuge for train travelers.
AutoSuccess
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
In my experience, there is a fundamental lack of desire to service vehicles with Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVTs). They don’t have the best reputation, but CVT technology is vastly improving and there’s no sign of them going away anytime soon. I ran into this recently at the OE dealership where my wife’s SUV with a CVT is normally serviced, and the waitlist was over a month long.
Auto Remarketing
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Autumn brings the brilliant colors of fall foliage, pumpkin spice added to a variety of drinks and dishes and a multitude of vehicle accidents. CARFAX confirmed that last point, as the vehicle history report provider pointed out that fall is the time when vehicle crashes occur most often. Although many might assume that winter is the most accident-prone season, CARFAX said more than 72% of U.S. drivers — roughly 170 million — live in states where fall is the peak season for accident damage.
Automotive Training Centre
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
Environmental consciousness and sustainability are at the forefront of our collective consciousness, the automotive industry is no exception. Car owners and professionals are seeking eco-friendly alternatives to traditional car maintenance practices. Waterless detailing, also known as waterless car wash or eco-friendly car cleaning, has gained popularity in recent years as a sustainable and efficient method for maintaining the exterior of the vehicle.
autoevolution
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Surveillance cameras captured the moment a Ford Mustang simply took off in the street and slammed into a house in Grand Terrace, California. Fortunately, nobody was injured, but the driver walked away with two citations. He did not have a driver's license. A Ford Mustang failed to stop at a Stop sign placed ahead of a T-intersection, on Thursday evening, around 7 p.m., and went flying straight into a house on the side of the Pico St. ( continue reading.
Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
As the auto theft situation shows no signs of relief, the group representing auto insurers announced its members are taking steps to better protect consumers and their vehicles. At the same time, the Insurance Bureau of Canada is calling on … The post Auto insurers pledge to take on auto theft appeared first on Auto Service World.
Eastwood
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
In the decade that followed WWII, sports car racing skyrocketed in popularity in the United States. Early sports car clubs set up makeshift race courses on the public streets of now legendary towns like Elkhart Lake , Wisconsin; Watkins Glen , New York; Pebble Beach , California; and countless others. Coatesville , Pennsylvania was not on that list, but perhaps it should be.
Automotive Fleet
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
The next-generation 2024 GMC Acadia will be produced at GM’s facility in Michigan and is expected to be available in early 2024. Additional details, including pricing, will be announced closer to the start of production.
Auto Remarketing
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
For dealerships with high-line vehicles and other late-model inventory that have advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) features, a survey and report released on Thursday by global consulting firm AlixPartners put specific dollar figures on how much consumers value that equipment. According to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), these features range from Level 1 such as collision warnings to Level 4/5 that include full control of steering, braking and emergency autonomous driving.
Automotive Training Centre
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Alfa Romeo, an epitome of Italian craftsmanship in the automotive world, is taking a major leap forward by electrifying its revered Giulia sedan. Slated for release in 2025, the all-new Alfa Romeo Giulia EV is not your run-of-the-mill electric vehicle; it’s a potent mix of heritage, innovation, and sheer performance. With its eye-popping horsepower, cutting-edge platform, and luxury features, this car promises a transition and a transformation of driving as we know it.
autoevolution
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Ford and its Lincon-Mercury division built a series of awesome muscle cars. However, if you look at any list of best FoMoCo muscle cars, half of the entries are performance versions of the Mustang. By the strict definition, muscle cars are intermedi. ( continue reading.
Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
When it comes to big names in the automotive aftermarket, they don’t get too much bigger than this. Bill Long, president and CEO of MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, Larry Pavey, CEO of the Automotive Parts Services Group (also known … The post Industry heavyweights ready to share knowledge appeared first on Auto Service World.
AutoSuccess
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
Everybody is talking about Artificial Intelligence (AI) these days. There’s a buzz about ChatGPT. As per a study by IBM, 54% of organizations using AI are seeing cost savings and efficiencies, and 48% are seeing a better customer experience. So can AI help car dealers, or is it like the AI robots sent back from the future to kill John Connor? Will it take our jobs?
Automotive Fleet
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Analysis: The actions of the UAW will reverberate through the larger auto business, but nowhere near what was experienced in April 2020. Sales into fleet could suffer in 4Q if a strike is wide and persists. Rental car companies may return to the used car market like they did in 2021 and 2022, driving prices higher.
Auto Remarketing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Even with the looming threat of an autoworkers strike, rising interest rates and a shaky economy that might or might not be on the verge of a recession, car dealers should come out OK the rest of this year. That’s the reassuring message sent by Cox Automotive senior economist Charlie Chesbrough in “Charlie's Real-Time Quarterly Market Update,” a webinar presented last week by the American International Automobile Dealers Association.
Automotive Training Centre
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
When we think about the automotive and transportation industry, our minds usually drift toward engineers, drivers, and logistics managers. However, customer service representatives play a pivotal role in ensuring that the wheels keep turning literally and metaphorically. After undergoing dispatch training, a customer service rep in this sector is well-equipped to handle a range of tasks, from managing freight logistics to ensuring vehicle uptime.
autoevolution
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
Did you know that General Motors provided pace cars for no fewer than 52 runnings of the Indianapolis 500? And that 34 of them have Chevrolet badges? Granted, that's not very surprising given that pace car duties have been handled exclusively by Chevy since 2002, but the brand's involvement in leading the pack at Indianapolis goes back to 1948.
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