autoevolution

JUNE 6, 2024

It’s not about what type of vehicle you’re dealing with, nor is it about price or prestige. Yellow is an extremely difficult color to pull off, even among supercars. In order to pull off a strong shade of yellow you need to have a solid mix between the appropriate design, the appropriate dimensions, and a good contrast overall.

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autoevolution

APRIL 22, 2024

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing has issued a safety recall affecting certain examples of the 2018 through 2021 Lexus LS 500 and 2018 through 2020 Lexus LS 500 Hybrid. Subject vehicles feature 10-way power front passenger seats uni. continue reading. )

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 14, 2017

Ford hosted its 2018 model-year fleet preview at the San Diego Civic Theater in May. The company discussed its commercial strategy and addressed topics such as electric vehicles and autonomy.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Monroe said the chassis is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of commercial and heavy-duty vehicles, ensuring exceptional performance on the road. Monroe announced the launch of its new Heavy Duty Chassis offering complete with drag links and tie rods.

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Even though Subaru has been making this generation of the Forester since 2018, mistakes can and will happen. The official specs released by Subaru reveal two additions over its predecessor, namely LED fog lights and a Crystal Black Silica roof spoiler for the Premium. Enter NHTSA safety recall number 23V-723, whi. continue reading. )

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Brake & Front End

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Models 2017-current BMW X3 (G01) 2018-current BMW X4 (G02) 2019-current BMW X5 (G05) 2020-current BMW X6 (G06) 2019-current BMW X7 (G07) 2019-current BMW 7-Series (G12) 2017-current BMW 5-Series (G30) 2018-2023 BMW M5 (F90) Condition One or more of the LED daytime running lights is dim or discolored. Procedures 1.

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autoevolution

MAY 29, 2024

In February 2018, Elon Musk's still young private space company SpaceX launched its first-ever reusable super-heavy launch vehicle, the Falcon Heavy. To make sure the moment goes down in the history books, Musk had his own Tesla Roadster sent into space as a dummy payload, carrying with it all sorts of other bells and whistles.

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autoevolution

AUGUST 16, 2024

The recall documentation published on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's portal reveals that affected vehicles were produced at Ford's Chicago plant in the period from November 2018 to September 2022. More than 85,000 examples of the 2020 – 2022 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility feature 3.3-liter

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Starting with 2018/2019 vehicle models, FCA, now known as Stellantis, started integrating a security gateway module designed to protect vehicle networks from unauthorized access. Today, most of the new vehicles under the Stellantis name – Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat, and Alfa Romeo – have that security gateway module.

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Brake & Front End

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Starting with 2018/2019 vehicle models, FCA, now known as Stellantis, started integrating a security gateway module designed to protect vehicle networks from unauthorized access. Today, most of the new vehicles under the Stellantis name – Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat, and Alfa Romeo – have that security gateway module.

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Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 15, 2025

A Challenging Call Hugo received a call from a friend whose 2018 Hyundai Tucson had started acting erratically. Hugo relied on his training at automotive school to conduct a full vehicle inspection. His story highlights how one of our core teachingsalways follow the leadhelped him to navigate a challenging repair situation.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 22, 2024

CharIN gathered 415 participants in mid-June to test vehicles and equipment in real-life scenarios as part of 2024 North American Testival and Conference. The June event in Cleveland was the seventh CharIN testing event held in North America since 2018, and the next testing event in North America is planned for fall on the West Coast.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Monroe recently launched its new heavy duty chassis, featuring drag links and tie rods designed for commercial and heavy-duty vehicles. The post Monroe unveils heavy duty chassis for commercial vehicles appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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autoevolution

MARCH 10, 2024

Stellantis muscle car designer Ralph Gilles has had this vehicle for quite some time. His 1992 Lancia Delta Integrale Evoluzione was brought to the United States from Japan in 2018. That is when the Chief Design Officer at Stellantis saw it on a car website and fell in love with it.

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Brake & Front End

APRIL 1, 2024

The release provides new coverage in 53 distinct product categories and 47 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles. VVT Sprockets have been added for Ford vehicles through 2023, and VVT Solenoids are new for General Motors vehicles. million import vehicles. million General Motors vehicles.

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

What is Meant by Autonomous Vehicles? Autonomous vehicles, also known as AVs, represent a shift in how we view transportation. These vehicles navigate without human input, using advanced technology to respond to traffic and road conditions. These vehicles detect road hazards and make decisions to avoid accidents.

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autoevolution

JUNE 29, 2024

Since 2018, I have probably racked up almost 200,000 km behind the wheel of various vehicles (brand-new SUVs, vans, sports cars, station wagons, etc). I have driven my family station wagon for almost 80,000 km in the past three years alone. But it's just one of over 20 or 30 different cars I have worked with during that period.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 18, 2023

CRP said the premium-performance fluids were recognized with the “Best Functional Fluid” award during the Import Vehicle Community’s annual Import Products and Marketing Awards ceremony at the 2023 AAPEX Show. It is available for Tesla Model S (2012-21), Model X (2016-21), and Roadster (2009-12) vehicles. “We

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Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 18, 2023

CRP said the premium-performance fluids were recognized with the “Best Functional Fluid” award during the Import Vehicle Community’s annual Import Products and Marketing Awards ceremony at the 2023 AAPEX Show. It is available for Tesla Model S (2012-21), Model X (2016-21), and Roadster (2009-12) vehicles. “We

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 28, 2024

This most recent release provides new coverage in 60 distinct product categories and 75 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles, according to SMP. As vehicle technology evolves, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) become more complex to keep vehicle occupants safe.

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Brake & Front End

MAY 23, 2024

This most recent release provides new coverage in 60 distinct product categories and 75 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles, according to SMP. As vehicle technology evolves, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) become more complex to keep vehicle occupants safe.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 23, 2024

This most recent release provides new coverage in 60 distinct product categories and 75 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles, according to SMP. As vehicle technology evolves, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) become more complex to keep vehicle occupants safe.

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Electronics Vehicle Trucking IT 130

autoevolution

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Previewed by the 2011 Kia GT and the 2014 Kia GT4 Stinger concepts, the series-production Stinger arrived in dealer showrooms for the 2018 model year. Recently discontinued over poor demand, the liftback-style sedan is expected to come back in the form of a rear-/all-wheel-drive electric vehicle. continue reading. )

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Brake & Front End

AUGUST 15, 2024

The second-generation VW Touareg hit the road in 2011 and finished its production run in 2018. Precautions The Touareg is not your typical vehicle to align. On vehicles with air ride systems, lifting the vehicle for a repair requires that the vehicle lift mode must be activated. Inspect the tires before alignment.

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autoevolution

JANUARY 18, 2024

In February 2022, the folks at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles issued a recall for 19,808 units of the 2017 – 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid to address a fire risk. At the time, FCA was aware of 12 fires that occurred when the vehicles were turned off. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

MAY 14, 2024

Referred to as V167, the Mercedes-Benz GLE was revealed with much pomp at the 2018 Paris Motor Show for the 2020 model year. Come January 2023, the mid-size luxury sport utility vehicle received minor cosmetic surgery, more onboard tech, and hybrid-assisted powerplants across the board.

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Utilities Vehicle 85

Auto Remarketing

MAY 10, 2024

The number of battery-electric vehicles sold at auction through April is nearly double the amount sold in the first four months of 2023, and prices for EVs have declined at a faster rate than the overall market. So, what are these vehicles fetching in the auction lanes? Wholesale prices for EVs fell 17.5% That compares to a 13.1%

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

BMW has already put more than 14 million telematic-equipped vehicles on the world’s roads over the past quarter-century. Unfortunately, all of these vehicles had an analog cellular phone connection until analog cellular providers phased out analog services in 2008. New owners can contact BMW to start the service on a used vehicle.

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autoevolution

MARCH 25, 2024

Back in 2018, the Prancing Horse of Maranello announced a new front mid-engine platform with all-wheel drive and seating for up to four people. Said platform underpins the Italian marque's first-ever sport utility vehicle and the long-awaited successor of the 812 series of V12 grand tourers.

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Automotive Fleet

MARCH 9, 2018

The 2018 Conference of Automotive Remarketing (CAR) detailed the biggest topics concerning wholesale remarketing, and also elaborated on technological developments that may impact the industry as a whole.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Lotus recently launched multiple electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, including an ultra-fast 450 kW DC charger, a power cabinet and a modular unit for charging up to four vehicles at once. Lotus said it has an order booking of over 19,000 vehicles for its Emira sports car and Eletre hyper-SUV.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 7, 2024

After spending time in the dealer network, he returned to the company in 2018. He led the launch of Fountain Tire’s Digital Vehicle Report program. Goodwin started his career at Fountain Tire more than 30 years ago, moving up from assistant manager to store in Edmonton. He was most recently the general manager of B.C. and Yukon Stores.

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autoevolution

MAY 15, 2024

The G05 rolled out in 2018 for the 2019 model year as the fourth-generation X5. Proudly assembled in South Carolina, the mid-size utility vehicle has been recently hit with a recall over an honest mistake. BMW of North America informed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that a number o. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

That's right, the lovable makers of small-but-mighty ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, and the occasional military vehicle ranked 496 on the Fortune 500 list as far back as 2018. Believe it or not, Polaris is a Fortune 500 company these days. Safe to say, there's room in the budget to give back to the community that ma.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 24, 2024

Tesla boss Elon Musk has been promising an entry-level $25,000 electric vehicle for six years. He first mentioned the possibility of the car in 2018, saying it would happen within three years, then doubled down on the idea at Tesla’s Battery Day in late 2020. According to reports from Reuters , Tesla has inquired with… Read more.

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autoevolution

JANUARY 9, 2024

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration was aware of no fewer than 95 complaints from owners of the 2018 to 2021 model year Ford EcoSport, with said complaints alleging loss of oil pressure and reduced or complete loss of motive power. Back in September 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation started looking into 1.0-liter

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autoevolution

AUGUST 6, 2024

Introduced in 2006, the Ceed is Kia's first vehicle designed entirely in Europe. Previously known as Cee'd, the compact model was last redesigned from the ground up in 2018. Previewed by the K4 for North America, the fourth-generation Ceed has been recently spied testing in Europe. Specifically, in Germany and Spain.

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