Auto Service World

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Industry leaders testified before a Senate committee, pushing for swift action on bills adjacent to the right to repair movement last week. J.F. Champagne, president and CEO of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada), Chris Kinghorn, vice president of strategy and growth at UAP and Daryll O’Keefe, president of Fix Network Canada testified before the Standing Senate Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy, advocating for the passage of Bills C-244 and C-294.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 17, 2024

With expert instructors guiding students through every step and a curriculum emphasizing practical learning, ATC Cambridge is shaping the next generation of skilled automotive professionals. We recently had the opportunity to speak with Tyler Arena, one of the talented students at ATC Cambridge, about his journey in the auto mechanic training program.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 13, 2024

When Autel debuted the MaxiSYS MS906 tablet line in 2017, one goal was to give the general repair technician a workhorse of a tablet line with exceptional vehicle coverage and functionality to meet the diagnostic and service challenges of every vehicle that enters the shop. The other was to offer the Android-based touchscreen wireless tablets at an equally exceptional accessible price point.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 16, 2024

If you’re pursuing auto detailing training , you’ll quickly realize that detailing a dealership car requires precision, skill, and a keen eye for detail. Whether it’s getting the vehicle showroom-ready or ensuring a smooth delivery for a customer, perfect preparation is essential in creating a car that looks, feels, and performs like new. Auto detailing is more than just cleaning; it’s about enhancing the car’s appearance and protecting its surfaces from future wear.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Toyota Motor North America (Toyota) and Revel announced an agreement to provide Toyota and Lexus battery electric vehicle (BEV) customers with complimentary access to Revel’s DC fast charging network in New York City for approximately three years through October 14, 2027. Revel currently operates the largest network of public fast charging stations in New York City, with four high-volume stations open 24/7 offering both NACS and CCS plug types, according to Toyota.

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Shop Marketing Pros

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Creating Your 2025 Marketing Plan Webinar Tuesday | 10/29/2024 12:00 PM CDT In order to reach your marketing and business goals in 2025, you need a plan. In this Tuesday Teaching, our Chief Marketing Officer Caroline Legrand, will be reviewing our process for setting annual marketing goals, breaking them down into actionable tasks and then creating plans and content to support the goals.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 11, 2024

What was once the Automotive Fellowship Society is now the Aftermarket Guild armed with a new vision for the future while making sure to honour the trailblazers of the past. The group last met in 2019 and reunited Oct. 3 in Toronto, with major changes. With a new name, the group opened its membership to women — a group once barred since the original society was founded in 1960.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Our latest stop on the Road to AAPEX is St. Louis, Missouri, the home of the National Museum of Transportation where we’re reminded of the automotive aftermarket’s history and heritage. That history resonates with St. Louis-based Hunter Engineering, which was born in 1946, but has always had its sights set on the future. Babcox Media’s Joe Keene visits Hunter for a look at the company’s technological growth, which is exemplified by Hunter’s Ultimate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) cali

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Shop Marketing Pros

OCTOBER 16, 2024

EPISODE: 122 – How To Rank Auto Repair Keywords In Large Cities Welcome to another episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. Today we’re diving into an essential topic for shops in competitive markets— how to rank auto repair keywords in a large city. If you’re in a big city like Houston or Atlanta, you know how tough it can be to stand out among hundreds of other shops.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 10, 2024

If a customer calls Jeremy O’Neal in search of a quick oil change, he will politely ask them to move on. It’s not that the shop owner and coach with AdvisorFix won’t do an oil change — he’s just not interested in only doing an oil change. He’s interested in larger-picture vehicle maintenance that includes oil changes as part of keeping his customers’ vehicles healthy and running for a long time.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Our latest stop on the Road to AAPEX is St. Louis, Missouri, the home of the National Museum of Transportation where we’re reminded of the automotive aftermarket’s history and heritage. That history resonates with St. Louis-based Hunter Engineering, which was born in 1946, but has always had its sights set on the future. Babcox Media’s Joe Keene visits Hunter for a look at the company’s technological growth, which is exemplified by Hunter’s Ultimate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) cali

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The electric vehicle (EV) industry is constantly evolving, with advancements in battery technology being one of the most critical areas of development. As an automotive school student, it’s important to stay informed about these changes, especially if you’re interested in the future of hybrid and electric vehicles. Iron chloride is an emerging compound being researched for its potential role in revolutionizing EV energy storage.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In the latest episode of the Road to AAPEX, we go on a journey through the past, present and future of the manufacturing of exhaust systems. We begin with an overview of catalytic converters, highlighting their evolution since the 1970 Clean Air Act, which mandated significant emission reductions. Clint Cooper from AP Emissions details the engineering behind its exhaust components, which are crafted in American facilities using state-of-the-art technology.

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Solera

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Introduction In the fast-paced world of automotive retail, independent dealerships often face stiff competition from larger counterparts. While it may seem like a David vs. Goliath scenario, there are strategic approaches that indie dealerships can employ not only to survive but thrive in the market. Explore critical strategies to help your indie dealership stand out and compete effectively.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Despite a dip in September sales, Canada’s auto market maintains a robust year-to-date growth, driven by strong performances from key brands. Canada’s automotive market experienced a slight setback in September, with sales of new vehicles dropping 3.6 per cent compared to the same month last year. This downturn comes after a warning from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants last month about the challenges of sustaining year-over-year gains in the final months of 2024.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In the latest episode of the Road to AAPEX, we go on a journey through the past, present and future of the manufacturing of exhaust systems. We begin with an overview of catalytic converters, highlighting their evolution since the 1970 Clean Air Act, which mandated significant emission reductions. Clint Cooper from AP Emissions details the engineering behind its exhaust components, which are crafted in American facilities using state-of-the-art technology.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 15, 2024

If you’re passionate about vehicles and considering a career in the auto industry, becoming a parts specialist is an exciting and rewarding path. As the automotive industry evolves, so do the manufacturing trends that shape how vehicles are designed, built, and maintained. The auto parts training at ATC prepares students to excel in this dynamic field by offering comprehensive training that keeps pace with industry advancements.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Babcox Media announces the promotion of Mike Maleski and Brandi Gangel to co-presidents, as well as the addition of Sam Littman as director of finance & operations. These strategic leadership changes underscore the company’s commitment to growth, innovation and operational excellence, while continuing its long-standing tradition of delivering impactful media solutions to the transportation industry.

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AutoShopOwner

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Financial scares in your auto repair business can be far more terrifying than any haunted house or fright fest you’re attending this year – especially when it comes to quarterly taxes. Unlike annual taxes, quarterly taxes require you to pay estimated taxes throughout the year. This helps ensure that the IRS receives the full amount of taxes owed by the end of the year.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Online part sales have yet to catch up in our country South of the border automotive parts e-commerce is on a tear. According to a recent report by automotive aftermarket data specialists Lang Marketing, online parts sales increased by 50 per cent between 2019 and 2023 bringing the market to USD$35 billion. That represents about a 14 per cent share of the total aftermarket.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Electric vehicle charging cables are the conduits that transfer electricity from the power source to your car’s battery. They come in various lengths, power ratings, and connector types, depending on the make and model of your EV. Proper care and maintenance of these cables are crucial to ensure your charging experience is seamless and your vehicle’s battery remains healthy.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 16, 2024

If you’re exploring career options after completing your auto parts training at ATC Surrey, becoming a parts manager might be the perfect path. This role is essential in the automotive industry, ensuring that service departments and repair shops have the necessary parts to keep vehicles running smoothly. However, being a parts manager is more than just managing inventory; it requires leadership, organization, and industry knowledge.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Together with MAHLE , Valeo announced the expansion of its portfolio of magnet-free electric motors toward upper-segment vehicles. A news release announcing the expansion explained that the two companies joined forces to develop a magnet-free electric axle system, with peak power ranging from 220 kW to 350 kW. The companies are introducing the iBEE system (inner Brushless Electrical Excitation), a technology that aims to revolutionize performance and efficiency of magnet free electric motors.

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R.O. Writer

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Explore our six tips to successfully transition your shop to new management. Plus, get a free downloadable template to help you identify and check off important succession planning tasks. Picture The post Succession Planning Tips for Your Auto Repair Shop appeared first on R.O. Writer.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Auto Value announced 25 scholarship winners for the 2024 season in collaboration with the University of the Aftermarket Foundation, including two Canadians. Recipients were chosen from a competitive pool of applicants across North America via their local warehouse distributor, all aspiring to complete their secondary education. Both Canadian winners are from Saskatchewan and are under Auto Electric: Madison Gray-Pirsak from Regina and Carter Thomas from Tisdale. “2024 was yet another outstanding

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Andrew Markel breaks down why oil pressure is crucial for the proper functioning of a vehicle’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. When a car enters the shop with no oil pressure or a lack of oil in the crankcase, it’s not just the bearings that suffer damage. Without sufficient oil pressure, the VVT system can’t operate correctly, causing issues with the camshaft actuator and potentially damaging the system.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Starting your auto mechanic shop after auto mechanic training can be a fulfilling and profitable career path, especially when you have the right skills and knowledge to back it up. At the Automotive Training Centre (ATC), we provide aspiring auto mechanics with the tools they need to excel in their profession and eventually open their shops. Recently, we had an interesting discussion with one of our outstanding students, Ahmed Al Saeed.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Electric vehicle charging cables are the conduits that transfer electricity from the power source to your car’s battery. They come in various lengths, power ratings, and connector types, depending on the make and model of your EV. Proper care and maintenance of these cables are crucial to ensure your charging experience is seamless and your vehicle’s battery remains healthy.

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Automotive Fleet

OCTOBER 10, 2024

This new research, compiled by Inspiration Mobility in conjunction with Automotive Fleet, shows the potential for EV growth by state. The research accounts for regulations, incentives, temperature impacts on range, fuel cost savings, and charging infrastructure availability.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 15, 2024

A recent MIT study has found that high temperatures inside vehicle cabins during hot summer days significantly increase the levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), posing potential health risks to occupants. A new study by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cabin air dynamics: Unraveling the patterns and drivers of volatile organic compound distribution in vehicles , published in the journal PNAS Nexus emphasized the critical role of material surface temperature

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In this video, we dive into the importance of brake pads and why ADVICS brake pads stand out in the automotive industry. Brake pads are not just a commodity; they play a crucial role in vehicle safety and performance. We discuss the advanced technology behind ADVICS brake pads, focusing on key features that enhance their functionality. This video is sponsored by ADVICS.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Continental Tire the Americas appointed Ashok Vedanayagam as the head of marketing for passenger and truck tires for the region covering North and South America. According to Continental , Vedanayagam is responsible for a broad portfolio including product management, marketing communications, public relations, e-business, market intelligence, pricing and strategic planning for the Americas.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 14, 2024

WAI Global is a premier leading parts manufacturer offering a complete line of 100% new alternators, starters & wiper motors. When it comes to vehicle safety, certain features immediately spring to mind: seat belts, airbags, and anti-lock braking systems, to name just a few. However, nestled within the multitude of safety mechanisms is an often overlooked but crucial component.

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Auto Remarketing

OCTOBER 10, 2024

September in the wholesale vehicle market was a departure from the earlier summer months, as cooler temperatures brought lower prices. But look for a fairly steady market in the final few months of 2024, industry analysts said in reports this week. Cox Automotive’s Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index for September came in at 203.0, which was down 0.5% month-over-month and 5.3% softer than September 2023, when adjusting for mix, mileage and seasonality.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Despite a rapidly changing automotive landscape, Canada’s vehicle fleet remains steady. Canada has about 26.7 million light vehicles in operation. That’s up from 26.3, or 1 per cent, from 2022, according to Stats Canada data. Meanwhile, the U.S. VIO number has grown about 2 per cent since 2021. A growth number that low indicates that at the least there’s no contraction of vehicles in Canada.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In this episode of Drivetime, we welcome Jayme Farina, Executive Vice President at AP Emissions , to share his career journey and insights into the automotive aftermarket industry. Farina reflects on his upbringing in West Texas, his education at Texas Tech and how he was introduced to the industry. He talks about his early career experiences, highlighting the importance of mentorship and how guidance from others helped shape his path.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Ensure Your Customers’ Tires are Ready for Winter We’re coming into the fall season. You know what that means. It’s time to begin the sales and service of winter tires. Autel MX-Sensors are the ideal solution for equipping a second set of tires for winter driving. Autel Mx-Sensor 1-Sensors offer coverage for 99 percent of the vehicle market, making it the perfect choice—in terms of value and convenience—for technicians and shop owners.

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