Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Vehicle kilometres travelled by Canadians have fallen back to Earth and substantially subsided, according to new data from AIA Canada. The Vehicle travel trends in Canada: Q1 2020 to Q4 2023 report shows that Canadians eagerly got behind the wheel … The post Canadians tap brakes on vehicle usage appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
WIX® Filters, a global innovator and manufacturer of filtration products, in conjunction with Tomorrow’s Technician, has selected Chapel Hill High School, Chapel Hill, NC, as the 2023 School of the Year. “We are honored to award Chapel Hill High School the 2023 School of the Year award. The commitment of the administration, staff and students is inspiring and impressive,” said Tina Davis, senior marketing manager for WIX Filters.
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AutoSuccess
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Widewail recently released the 2024 Widewail Brand Scorecard , a study of the reputations and sentiments of 32 automotive manufacturers across the United States. Lexus earned the highest reputation ranking among all automotive brands. Toyota and BMW ranked second and third, respectively. The study analyzed 4 million Google customer reviews across 14 luxury and 18 non-luxury automotive brands. 1.1 million reviews were used for topic analysis.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 3, 2024
Using a spatial computer capable of impressive things while sitting behind the steering wheel can sound interesting at first, but as soon as you dive into the details… It becomes clear that it should never be attempted, not even when the car can temporarily take over driving. Still, someone did do it. It didn't end well. Apple poured a lot of money, sweat, and probably tears into making the Vision Pro.
Autoblog: Car News
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News , Tesla , Truck , Electric , Luxury Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck wheel covers, it turns out, are rubbing into the tire sidewalls Tesla Cybertruck wheel covers, it turns out, are rubbing into the tire sidewalls originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 2 Feb 2024 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Auto Remarketing
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Vehicle dependability is slipping, according to the latest research from J.D. Power. The J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study found vehicle owners are experiencing more problems after three years of ownership, which the research firm said indicates a decline in long-term vehicle dependability. The industry average increased by 4 problems per 100 vehicles year-over-year to 190 PP100, with nearly two-thirds of brands studied showing an increase.
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
There is still a large knowledge gap between fact and fiction when it comes to electric vehicles in Canada, representatives from several automakers acknowledged recently. They understand it’s something they need to work on as electrification moves forward. At the … The post Plenty of EV education still needed: Automakers appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Automotive Fleet
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
A look at things you may not have considered that can make fleet crashes cost more than you may expect, including increased hiring costs, an expertise gap, higher insurance premiums, and more.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Many have speculated that the stiff stainless steel body makes the Tesla Cybertruck a danger in a collision. This appears to be confirmed after a Dodge Ram pickup truck was almost obliterated after rear-ending a Cybertruck. Pictures shared on social media show the Cybertruck with barely a mark on its stainless steel tailgate. Tesla Cybertruck has impressed fans not only through its design but also its unprecedented manufacturing process. ( continue reading.
Autoblog: Car News
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Filed under: Marketing/Advertising , Weird Car News , Porsche , Coupe , Luxury , Performance Continue reading Delta is using a Porsche 911 GT3 RS to help fliers make tight connections Delta is using a Porsche 911 GT3 RS to help fliers make tight connections originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Tire Review Magazine
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
This year’s 69th OTR Tire Conference, hosted by the Tire Industry Association ( TIA ), brought OTR industry representatives and delegates together to discuss topics relative to the OTR industry, including an emphasis on “maximizing growth” through training, industry insights and professional development. The conference was held in Las Vegas, NV from Feb. 21-24.
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Owning a car in Canada has become significantly more expensive thanks to the surging cost of living and climbing interest rates, putting additional financial pressure on Canadian families. The average monthly cost of car ownership reached $1,387, or $16,644 annually, … The post How much car ownership costs these days appeared first on Auto Service World.
Jalopnik
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
The Toyota Prius Prime has beat out the latest EVs for the title of greenest car. Despite more EVs coming to market, none of the latest fully-electric vehicles in the U.S. managed to outdo the efficiency of the humble Prius plug-in , according to the Washing Post and recent findings in the 2024 GreenerCars report. Read more.
Automotive Fleet
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
For these seven fleet managers, a common challenge is cost containment in the face of lingering supply issues. That challenge grows in the face of looming regulations and corporate sustainability goals.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The CruiseUp air car boasts one of the most futuristic looks in the eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) world, but it's much more than that. Behind this intriguing appearance lies the power and potential of a game-changing propulsion system that isn't limited to air taxi applications. The Austria-based aviation technology company ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
It's been exactly a year since American bike maker Buell announced the newest entry in its lineup of motorcycles, the Super Cruiser. When it was announced in 2023 the bike was merely a concept, but now, a year later, a production prototype is about to meet the crowds. Buell's Super Cruiser is a derivation of the 1190 which benefited heavily when it comes to its design of input coming not only from Buell's people themselves, ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
When it changed the rules of homologation for the 1970 season, NASCAR had no intention of brooding a legend of automotive. For whatever reason, any new model that was to run on the steep banks on the ovals of the superspeedways had to be built in street form in a number twice as high as that of the respective carmaker’s dealers. The mandated minimum production batch would be sorted by VINs, and the list would be the proof NASCAR demanded.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Last year, we learned that the all-electric Audi e-tron GT started having a rough time in the used car market. Its posher half-sibling, the Porsche Taycan, was also heading onto the same path. Now, the data couldn't be clearer: EV prices entered an accelerated downtrend. Unlike Tesla'. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Shiro Nakajima has long been building custom marvels under the alias 46Works, operating right near the Yatsugatake mountain range in the quaint Japanese countryside. His talents extend far beyond bike-building, though, and he’ll often indulge in things like vintage car restorations and crafting furniture. Mind you, 46Works wasn’t even the first motorcycle customization outfit that Nakajima-san had established.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
1963 witnessed the debut of the C2 Corvette, packing a complete redesign of the body and the chassis. Chevrolet also rolled out a one-year-only coupe design that has since become extremely desirable in the collector's world. The brand-new coupe, which also debuted in 1963, came with a split window design, with Chevrolet dropping this choice only a year later. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Among the piston-abundant landscape of America, few names would spark more interest and controversy than Tucker Corporation. The company’s meteoric passing through the motoring universe was debated for nearly eight decades. The very limited number of automobiles it produced in its three-year existence is one of the greatest legacies of carmaking in America's post-war period.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
They may have lost significant ground to crossovers and SUVs, just like most traditional models, but minivans still have a future. Several automakers remain committed to this class, including Toyota, whose fourth-generation Sienna recently blew three candles off its birthday cake. In production since 2020, it was updated for the ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
In 1967, Plymouth offered no fewer than three midsize cars with high-performance engines. The lineup included the bread-and-butter Belvedere, the slightly fancier Satellite, and the premium GTX. But this didn't stop the brand from adding a fourth nameplate to its muscle car stable. The Road Runner arrived. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 3, 2024
What’s the point of building the world’s biggest monster truck if you can’t have fun with it because it constantly breaks down? That’s precisely the point – finding out what works and what doesn’t, fixing the mistakes, and doing it all over again. Until a nagging thought emerges: two diesel engines and 1,400 horsepower aren’t enough, so why not put a jet engine under it?
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Shell decided to permanently close all of its hydrogen refueling stations for passenger cars in California. The oil giant claims that the cause of the move is supply complications. "Hydrogen fuel-cell cars are the future," analysts claimed, at a time when the EV market was skyrocketing. All that they discharge is water, and refueling lasts only for approximately five minutes. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 17, 2024
Now defunct, Pontiac helped kick-start the muscle car phenomenon, and thanks to these five legendary models, the brand will live on in the hearts of performance enthusiasts. Named after the Odawa chief who led an indigenous uprising around Detroit from 1763 to 1766, Pontiac was launched in 1926 as a companion make for GM's Oakland division. In less than a decade, ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 17, 2024
Introduced for the 1967 model year, the Chevrolet Camaro was more than two years late to the emerging pony car market. But that didn't stop it from becoming a popular rig. With nearly 221,000 units delivered, the 1967 Camaro was outsold by the Ford Mustang by a ratio of more than two to one. However, that f. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Earlier this month, the National Corvette Museum suspended assembly plant tours at the Corvette's production facility due to manufacturing advancements. According to MidEngineCorvetteForum admin and co-founder John, the assembly line has been updated to support Corvette ZR1 production. A reliable source informed John that the first ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Introduced in early 1966 as the new "Leader of the Dodge Rebellion," the Charger was unlike any other vehicle the company had previously offered. While it was based on the Coronet, it looked nothing like Dodge's bread-and-butter midsize. Reportedly designed in response to the Rambler Marlin, the Charger featured a full-widt. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
For most car owners, sound is a very subjective topic. We like different music and have various budgets, so the expectations vary wildly. But one thing almost anyone can agree on is that a good, even a mildly good, sound system is worth having. It can make driving much better. If you're a Tesla Model 3 or Model Y buyer, you might want to check out Alpine's proposition in this regard.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
The name says it all – Grizzly was born to combine maximum spaciousness with a sturdy, reliable structure that can withstand harsh outdoor conditions. The Grizzly tiny (which doesn't feel tiny at all) stays true to the original purpose of tiny homes designed to be a comfy, homely alternative to RVs and campers. The idea of a ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
The second-generation Chevrolet Chevelle is an iconic American classic, featuring a sculpted body design and high-performance V8 engines. This was a true muscle car, and to this day it remains one of the most sought-after vehicles of its era. On a slightly "negative" note, I’m not sure that the design of the Chevelle is to everyone’s liking.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
No legacy carmaker can sell electric vehicles profitably, although everyone expected this to be easy. The culprit seems to be the outdated sales model that puts dealerships in charge of EV adoption. Instead of doing so, there is plenty of evidence showing how dealers actively sabotaged EV programs, making carmakers lose money and struggle to sell their electric cars.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
One of the most iconic Baluchon tiny houses, flaunting a fantastic layout, is home to a couple and their two pets (a dog and a cat) and is just as colorful and full of life as it is ingenious. If you're tired of all-white, Scandinavian-style tiny homes with an ultra-clean design, this adorable abode by ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
The C8 generation Chevy Corvette is better than ever. It boasts exotic looks, a mid-engine layout, and doesn't break the bank for what is essentially a supercar. With its 490 hp or 495 hp with the performance exhaust system or Z1 Package 6.2L V8 and the ability to sprint to 60 mph (. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
At the moment, the US Navy employs 11 aircraft carriers across its fleet. For those not aware, this accounts for just over half of all the world's current operation aircraft carriers currently in service. From a certain point of view, each of these 11 carriers shares the DNA of a particular common ancestor, the USS Ranger. Though not technically the first US carrier, it was indeed the first built from the ground up for the purpose of carrying military airplanes. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
If you thought the Chevy Avalanche-based Cadillac Escalade EXT was a part of the brand's first-ever dealings in the pickup truck market, you'd actually only be half right. Because although you can't call this 1975 Cadillac Eldorado pickup conversion an OEM option, it was at least completed by professionals a full quarter century before the Escalade made the leap from SUV to pickup.
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