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Domestic nameplates losing ground in aftermarket

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Domestic nameplates peaked in product volume in 2015 but have since struggled to match the growth of the total light vehicle aftermarket, which has risen over 20 per cent in the same period. The once-dominant domestic nameplates in the light vehicle aftermarket have seen a steady decline in the U.S.

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Air Lift now offering coilover kits

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These will be available initially for a wide range of vehicles, such as 2015-2021 Subaru WRXs, 2018-2024 Honda Accord sedans, 2002-2006 Infiniti G35 sedans, 2015-2020 Acura TLXs and more. Each kit comes with vehicle-specific mounts for an accurate bolt-on installation. It also has vehicle-specific valving and internal pressure.

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The liability of smart cars and understanding the risks

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In 2015, security researchers were able to remotely take control of a Jeep Cherokee. Data and privacy breaches: Connected cars collect extensive amounts of personal data, including driver information, location history, and even in-car conversations. million prospective and actual customers.

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Volkswagen Is in Deep Trouble, and the Cost-Cutting Measures Won't Be Enough To Save It

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When Volkswagen was caught red-handed in the 2015 emission scandal, many. This coincides with the rise of electric vehicles, a wave that the German company was supposed to ride like a pro. However, a series of bad decisions brought the giant company to its knees, and the cost-cutting measures announced recently might not be enough to save it.

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Tesla Put an End to the EV Battery FUD When It Solved the Model S Problems After 2015

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One of the most widespread urban legends claims electric vehicles are not worth the money because their batteries will wear out, and a replacement is too expensive to make sense.

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Tiny Home on Wheels: 2015 Mercedes Sprinter Sees Your Camper Van and Laughs at It

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The world of camper vans has become significantly larger these past few years, often for reasons that don't necessarily have anything to do with venturing outside the city for a short getaway that we won't delve into this story. We will cast the light on a special Mercedes Sprinter motorhome that we think deserves your attention.

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Chevrolet Malibu Virtually Revived for 2026, Would It Rule the Mid-Size Sedan Class?

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The current ninth-generation has been around since 2015, so it's an old car by today's standards. A brand-new Chevrolet Malibu is a long overdue product. But is the bowtie brand preparing a new one? That would be a no.

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