Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In 2013, BMW predicted that car keys could be used for other tasks than starting the vehicle. When key data is outdated or not current, perform a manual key update and read out the key data again to obtain the most current vehicle information. But, these types of keys might be a thing of the past.

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autoevolution

JANUARY 31, 2024

If you happen to have a couple hundred grand just lying around and were thinking of treating yourself to a nice supercar, how about we interest you in just the door of a car? It's not even from a supercar, but it's still a very much coveted collectible. continue reading. )

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RepairSmith

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The automotive world keeps evolving, and with that comes the time to bid a bittersweet farewell to some well-known cars. Here are some cars that won’t be hitting the road with us in 2025: 1. Ford Edge The Ford Edge, introduced in 2006, was one of the first five-seat crossovers and a popular family car.

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autoevolution

JULY 17, 2024

Said cars and sport utility vehicles were produced for the 2013 through 2015 model years with driver's air bag inflators which may contain a production anomaly. BMW of North America has issued a recall encompassing 1,145 vehicles ranging from the 3 Series to the X5. continue reading. )

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

That said, like any other car, they have some potential problems you may have to help a customer with. Honda recommends doing this every 30,00060,000 miles, depending on how hard the customer drives their car. The most prevalent issue with models made before 2013 is the steering rack. Yikes, right?

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In 2013, BMW predicted that car keys could be used for other tasks than starting the vehicle. On some vehicles, the system will use a residual wear algorithm, which analyzes travel distance, wheel speed, braking pressure, braking time and braking frequency to calculate wear. But, these types of keys might be a thing of the past.

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autoevolution

JULY 21, 2024

I finally got around to shooting a large unboxing of Hot Wheels cars lying around the house for months. I'll be back with a story showcasing those 30 cars soon. Today's story will take you back to 2013, al. It wasn't as easy as I expected, but it was fun! continue reading. )

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autoevolution

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Despite starting in 2013, the former Japanese safety company's mishap is still ongoing, impacting millions of cars built in the last two decades. Yes, Takata is responsible for the largest automotive recall in history. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

AUGUST 7, 2024

A car rebuild expert found a 2013 Dodge Durango R/T with a HEMI in a scrap yard and can't understand why it was left there in the first place. When he looks inside, he can't help laughing. He surely hasn't seen anything like this before. The Dodge Durango SUV is painted white with black. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

This guy bought a 2013 Tesla Model S sight unseen for $5,000 and was super happy about it. One day, he was out shopping with his fiancee when he got a notification on the screen, warning him that the car might not start. Until things started to go south. Little did he know that was the beginning of the end.

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autoevolution

JUNE 14, 2024

The 2013-2014 Mustang GT500 and its 5.8-liter Also, the analog dials were oozing muscle car vibes, unlike 2024's Mustang models complete with not-iPad tablets for a dashboard. liter supercharged Trinity V8 is nothing short of an American engineering work of art from its era.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The automaker brought it to Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance as the last of a trifecta concept cars that debuted in 2011 with the Ciel and proceeded with the Elmiraj in 2013. Cadillac created quite a hype with days of teasing the concept car. However, the Escala was unlike anything before it. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

An expert in car rebuilds got his eyes set on a 2013 Tesla Model S, which was auctioned off online. For starters, nobody wanted this car. Randy Shear, an expert in car rebuilds, only saw it online, placed the bid, and the truck dr. ( continue reading. ) So, the highest bid was actually the only one.

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autoevolution

JANUARY 5, 2024

The Dodge Viper production ended six years ago, but the carmaker still has several examples of the sports car in its inventory. It's the sports car that Sergio Marchionne himself insisted on keeping on the market despite the financial problems that hit the brand in during the global crisis in 2008. You know the Viper.

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autoevolution

DECEMBER 31, 2023

The Schumacher family has been going through some very hard times since the seven-time Formula 1 World Champion's ski accident in 2013. They were forced to sell cars, properties, and various memorabilia to be able to keep up with the expenses for the rehabilitation of the F1 legend.

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autoevolution

JANUARY 16, 2024

When this car was unveiled back in December of 2013, people knew immediately that it represented a major upgrade compared to its predecessor. There’s no shortage of awesome specs when it comes to the sixth generation Mustang, also known as the S550.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 11, 2024

By embracing the SUV market with the Cayenne, Porsche saved its sports cars. Today’s Nice Price or No Dice Cayenne GTS is pretty sporty despite its size and function. Let’s decide if we all are good sports regarding its price. Read more.

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Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In 2013, Dodge introduced a four-corner air ride system for the RAM 1500 series of trucks. All four-corner systems are using air from the reservoir even if the car is parked. These systems were typically found on high-end European sedans, but the engineers thought it could add functionality and comfort to a pickup. lift Aero Mode=-1.1

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

For exactly ten years now, performance car lovers have been going berserk over a color that has come to be known the world over as Nardo Gray. First deployed by Audi on the 2013 RS7, it has become one of the telltale signs of cars packing a punch.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 7, 2025

Todays Nice Price or No Dice Smart represents an audacious move by Daimler-Benz to not only sell a city car in a country full of SUV lovers but to make it upscale as well. Lets see if this iconic, but sadly never successful, small car comes with a price that will make us finally appreciate it. Read more.

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Jalopnik

MARCH 15, 2024

When Niki Lauda joined the Ferrari team for the 1974 team , he wasn’t happy with the way the car performed and wasn’t afraid to say it. At least, that’s how Ron Howard’s 2013 film Rush portrays the action. “It’s terrible, it drives like a pig!” It’s a shitbox! It understeers like crazy and the weight distribution is a… Read more.

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Jalopnik

APRIL 25, 2024

Greg has a 2013 Infiniti M37 that he is fond of, but the car is getting up there in age and he is ready to trade his four doors for a big coupe that is reliable and powerful. He has a lot of flexibility and a $60,000 budget, what car should he buy? Read more.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 17, 2024

I own a 2013 Mazda2 , which is like the miniature version of a normal-sized vehicle (at least here in Texas) — but beyond that, I also own a Hot Wheels version of the 2013 Mazda2,… Read more. I love tiny, functional versions of already-small things. I have a cat that is roughly half the size of a normal cat, and she’s perfect.

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autoevolution

APRIL 10, 2025

That's the story behind the pictured example, which is a California car with some modifications. When was the last time you saw an old Tesla Model S being sold by its first owner? It is a white vehicle with a black and white interior that has seen plenty of driving over the last twelve years. continue reading. )

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 9, 2024

While Dodge’s most recent Dart failed to hit the mark, today’s Nice Price of No Dice SXT Rallye might prove to be more on target owing to its rare six-speed stick and maybe even its price. Read more.

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RepairSmith

MARCH 12, 2025

The Subaru BRZ, first released in 2013, has been widely praised for its sporty handling, compact size, and driver-focused performance. Understanding these common issues on the Subaru BRZ can help owners maintain their cars more effectively and avoid potential headaches, and can inform any potential buyers on what to look out for.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The company filed for bankruptcy in 2013, but still apparently exists as an engineering firm. Maybe you remember 9ff , maybe you don’t. The German tuning house focused exclusively on Porsche-based machines, like a late-to-the-party discount bin Ruf. Before things went financially sideways, 9ff built the incredible GT9… Read more.

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autoevolution

MARCH 20, 2025

Alpine's mid-engine sports car morphed into an endurance racer in 2018. Founded in 1990, the French racing team and constructor partnered up with Alpine back in 2013 to run a Le Mans Prototype 2 racecar in. Building on the A110 Cup, the A110 GT4 has been updated to A110 GT4 Evo three years after its debut. continue reading. )

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Mighty Auto Parts

APRIL 10, 2024

The 2013 Ford F150 equipped with a 3.5L The post Lean Fuel Trim Codes: They Can Challenge the Experienced Technician appeared first on Mighty Auto Parts. EcoBoost engine was running perfectly. With the exception of a drop in fuel economy, there was no indication of a problem until the Check Engine light in the dash illuminated.

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autoevolution

MAY 17, 2024

The V6-powered crossover sold in abysmally poor numbers, prompting the higher-ups at Honda to discontinue it after 2013. All told, 7,191 units were sold between model years 2010 and 2013. Acura didn't sell too many of them. Acura revived this moniker in August 2023 for the 2024 model ( continue reading. )

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2024

In December 2013, 59-year-old disabled veteran Donald Erwin disappeared after going out for cigarettes. An amateur investigator and diver who runs a YouTube channel has helped police solve a ten-year old missing person’s case in Missouri. The Vietnam vet left home in his Hyundai Elantra as he had done many times… Read more.

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Car 63

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The owner of a 2013 Cadillac ATS took his car to the dealership. Every time he was at a stop light, the engine would start overheating and cooled off when hitting the highway. He took it to the dealership and told the technicians about the problem. Several parts and thousands of dollars later, the problem is still there.

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Girls Auto Clinic

AUGUST 29, 2024

Eyeing that shiny new car? Inflation has us all adjusting our habits, like holding on to our cars longer to avoid the steep prices of new ones. But keeping that old car running can start to add up. From November 2013 to November 2023, motor vehicle maintenance and repair costs increased by 4.1% Why is this happening ?

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Jalopnik

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Downtown Los Angeles experienced the highest spike in vehicle theft over the past ten years in comparison to all other bureaus of the city, up more than 300 percent when compared to 2013. Obviously a lot has happened over the last 10 years, including that whole global pandemic that thrust millions into instability,… Read more.

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autoevolution

MAY 30, 2024

Gran Turismo developer Polyphony Digital is at it again, with five new cars and other tidbits in Update 1.48, released on May 30. This time, there's nothing new and revolutionary in the lineup, but old-school enthusiasts are sure in for a connoisseur treat. continue reading. )

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Martin Scorsese’s 2013 smash hit The Wolf Of Wall Street is an all-time great film, with incredible acting, the great story of 1980s American excess, and some of the best car casting in a non-car movie ever.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Buying a used car from an online classified ad can be a nerve-wracking thing. You never truly know just what the car has been through and what condition it’s in. Well, one beautiful Facebook Marketplace user decided to be very upfront about the condition of his 2013 BMW M3… Read more.

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