Humble Mechanic

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

I attended Universal Technical Institute in 2002. As you know I went to Automotive tech school. My experience at automotive tech school was great. If not for tech school I would never have become a mechanic, and wouldn’t be doing videos. A lot of you guys have asked me about my experience in tech school, […]

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Automotive Technical Mechanic 130

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2025

Introduced in February 1967 as Pontiac's entry into the pony car market, the Firebird remained in production through 2002, when it was discontinued alongside the Camaro. But unlike Chevy's muscle car, the Firebird never made a comeback. The Pontiac brand was phased out in 2010. Decades later, the fir. continue reading. )

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IT Car 98

Alex's Autohaus

JANUARY 31, 2025

Model Year Specifics: 2002-2009: Plastic coolant crossover pipe failures extremely common 2010-2012: Water pump failures typical around 60,000 miles. Older models, particularly those from 2002-2012, require the most careful consideration and often the highest maintenance and repair budgets.

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Oil Change Electronics Engineering Check Engine Light 58

autoevolution

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Used to, because they stopped making it after 2002, but throughout its existence, the Cougar stood for several types of vehicles, from pony cars to mid-size models, luxury cars and even a sporty 2-door compact. It’s been alive, give or take a few years, beginning with 1967 and up until 2002, and while 35 years.

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Automotive Car Vehicle IT 98

autoevolution

AUGUST 8, 2024

The Pontiac Firebird was produced by the now-defunct Pontiac Motor Division (1926-2010) of General Motors between 1967 and 2002 as a pony. continue reading. )

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Car 105

autoevolution

JUNE 21, 2024

Though undeniably gorgeous, the eleventh-gen Thunderbird fell short of reaching its potential, and it made little sense to buy one when it was new. These days, however, a used example in great shape is affordable enough to convince you to ignore its shortcomings. Introduced in the fall of 1954 as a 1955 model, ( continue reading. )

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Used Cars Car IT 75

autoevolution

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Back in 2002, BorgWarner launched the world's first mass-production DCT in the Volkswagen Golf R32. It wasn't always this way, though. The question is, why did the automotive industry slowly but steadily transition to autos, double-clutchers, and those pesky continuously variable transmissions? Also sold in North America.

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Automotive IT 115

autoevolution

JANUARY 21, 2024

Working from home or fully remote isn't for everybody. Some people love to have an office in their homes, while others are social creatures and feel the need to see and communicate with other people. This isn't a "right versus wrong" type of situation; to each their own.

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autoevolution

JUNE 25, 2024

Produced between 1959 and 2002 in the United States, the C/K series of trucks from General Motors was sold by Chevrolet and GMC as pickup trucks, chassis-cab, and medium-duty models. They also served as the baseline for the company's full-size SUVs, of course. With decades. continue reading. )

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Trucking 98

autoevolution

AUGUST 1, 2024

In production between 1981 and 2002 as a full-size SUV made in Japan but also in South America or other places in Asia, the Isuzu Trooper has a rich history and a crazy amount of variations. At home in Japan, it was named Isuzu Bighorn, but internationally, it was mainly exported with the Trooper nameplate. However, i. continue reading. )

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IT 98

autoevolution

MARCH 7, 2024

No worries, at least it will have company in car Valhalla – its Pontiac Firebird sibling has been waiting there since 2002. Unfortunately, the sixth generation Camaro (momentarily) marks the end of life for the iconic Chevy pony and muscle car. continue reading. )

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Car IT 105

Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Monroe said its new heavy duty chassis includes drag links and tie rods for a range of vehicles, including the 2002-2012 International 4300 (front right outer) with part number TR10100 and the 2008-2018 Freightliner Cascadia (front left outer) and 2000-2018 Ford F-750 (front left outer) with part number TR10082.

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Vehicle Management Engineering IT 52

autoevolution

JANUARY 21, 2024

It has become almost too hard to speak about any Camaro and not mention the fact that this nameplate is currently dead. Chevy built the last one at the end of 2023, and no one knows in what shape it will return to the car world. The only thing GM had to say about it is that this isn't the final. continue reading. )

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Car IT 87

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

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. Did you know that General Motors provided pace cars for no fewer than 52 runnings of the Indianapolis 500? That&#03.

Car 105

Car 105

autoevolution

AUGUST 23, 2024

Volvo's first SUV rolled out in January 2002, immediately becoming a commercial success for the Swedish automaker. The second generation followed suit in August 2014 with completely different underpinnings.

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Car IT 98

autoevolution

MARCH 27, 2024

You can easily make a case for the fourth-generation Camaro being the least desirable version of this nameplate, historically. It was designed during an era when GM went in a more “GT” direction with the Camaro, rather than focusing on making something truly sporty and engaging. continue reading. )

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IT 90

autoevolution

APRIL 11, 2024

Based in San Diego, California, Little Guy Trailers has been in the business of making trailers and RVs since 2002. company is trying to get them to see things differently. One of their most recent achievements is the very cute but oh-so-mighty MeerKat Trailer, a s. continue reading. )

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IT 96

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Well, today's story takes us on a tour of Matt's 2002 International 4700 fire rescue crew carrier and what it took to sell it for $97,500. It seems like just about everyone is taking a crack at building their dream camper. Yes, he took a loss on this one but cemented his name in the custom camper game hall of fame.

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IT 97

autoevolution

JANUARY 17, 2024

When Chevrolet pulled the plug on the fourth-generation Camaro in 2002, we thought it might be the end of the brand's muscle car. However, the Camaro eventually returned in 2009 after a seven-year hiatus, and its successor rolled out at the end of 2015.

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Car IT 98

Jalopnik

APRIL 16, 2024

The Specialty Equipment Market Association show is known for its brash excess and questionable design choices. No matter what your automotive passion, you will see something to both delight and infuriate you from some well-heeled turner shop. But there was a time when automakers ruled the SEMA concept floor with… Read more.

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Automotive IT Vehicle Car 58

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 18, 2024

The 2002-‘13 models are equipped with a conventional strut front suspension. The R-series number closely resembles the E- and F-series numbers for BMW models. The R stands for Rover. However some newer models use an F. The second most common failure is the upper strut mounts. Both component failures can result in poor alignment and noise.

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Hydraulics Electronics Software Engineering 130

Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Monroe Heavy Duty Chassis offers drag links and tie rods for a range of commercial and heavy-duty vehicles, including the (2002-2012) International 4300 (Front Right Outer) with part number TR10100 (Steering Tie Rod End, VIO 3,626,369).

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Engineering Management Vehicle IT 130

Jalopnik

MARCH 20, 2025

The name of today's 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK 32 AMG is a panoply of letters and numbers, but we don't need a secret decoder ring to figure out their meaning.

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autoevolution

MARCH 7, 2024

The so-called Dodge Ram SRT-10 first saw the light of day as a concept back in 2002, before its unveiling the following year. Back when you could say ‘Dodge’ and ‘Ram’ in the same breath, the carmaker brought the world a one-of-a-kind sport pickup truck based on the regular Ram 1500, with just 10,000 or so units made.

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Trucking IT 97

Jalopnik

MARCH 14, 2025

Introduced in 2002, the Blackwood immediately flopped so hard it was cancelled within a year.

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IT Trucking 61

Jalopnik

APRIL 12, 2024

Today’s Nice Price or No Dice ZO6 produces 405 horsepower, which is apparently so notable that it gets a fender badging saying so. Let’s see if its price tag warrants equal admiration. Read more.

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IT Vehicle 60

Meister Werks European & Import

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The XJR Cooling Fan Conversion is printed on a highly modified AnyCubic Kobra Max 3d printer with Priline Polycarbonate CF.

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Auto Repair Electricity Engineering IT 98

Jalopnik

MAY 21, 2024

Today’s Nice Price or No Dice VW GTI 337 is an anniversary edition that the U.S. received a year after the fact. It’s still kitted with some very desirable accessories, but we’ll have to decide if it’s a day late and a dollar short. Read more.

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Car 58

Jalopnik

AUGUST 16, 2024

The seller of today’s Nice Price or No Dice Montero calls it a “true classic.” They also claim it to be in amazing condition and to come with a refreshed engine. Let’s decide if it’s priced to live up to that classic status. Read more.

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Engineering IT Vehicle Car 58

Jalopnik

AUGUST 29, 2024

The seller of today’s Nice Price or No Dice Nissan 4x4 spells its name phonetically in the ad: “exterra.” Let’s see if its price spells out a good deal. Read more.

IT 58

IT 58

Jalopnik

APRIL 17, 2024

If you’re going to join a cult, it might as well be a weird and quirky one like that surrounding old VW vans. Today’s Nice Price or No Dice EuroVan could be a good entry into the club if the admission price isn’t too high. Read more.

IT 58

IT Transportation Trucking 58

autoevolution

JANUARY 14, 2024

Considering that R34 Skyline GT-R production concluded in August 2002, more than 20 years ago. How long has it been since Nissan separated the GT-R from the long-running Skyline?

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Banking Trucking IT 85

Jalopnik

JANUARY 25, 2024

With 370 horsepower on tap, today’s Nice Price or No Dice XKR is a Jag that likely doesn’t pussyfoot around. Let’s see if it’s priced to move as well. Read more.

Vehicle 58

Vehicle Car 58

autoevolution

JUNE 19, 2024

Ford Motor Company gave it another try with the GT40 concept from the 2002 Detroit Auto Show. Greatly inspired by the GT40 from the 1960s, the GT90 concept from the 1995 Detroit Auto Show never materialized into a series-production supercar. The driver-side headlight of the first-generation Ford GT reads 100, and. continue reading. )

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IT 75

Jalopnik

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Saturn, the planet, may be nothing more than a big ball of gas, but the Saturn car division was all about gas mileage and efficient size. Today’s Nice Price or No Dice SC2 is touted in its ad as a gas-saver. Let’s see whether its price offers savings as well. Read more.

Car 60

Car IT 60

Jalopnik

DECEMBER 5, 2024

With its low mileage and impeccably clean presentation, today’s Nice Price or No Dic e Grand Marquis looks to be the perfect old-school cruiser. Unless, that is, if its price is cruisin’ for a bruisin.’ Read more.

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IT Vehicle Car 56

Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Today, it’s the route for Babcox Media’s Joe Keene, an ASE-certified technician, who is charged with fixing a rare 2002 Lincoln Blackwood – one of the rarest models that the manufacturer produced.

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Check Engine Light ASE Automobile Trucking 130