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How much new vehicles sales increased last year

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After a disappointing end to 2022, Canadian new vehicle sales in 2023 saw a solid rebound. million in 2022. The … The post How much new vehicles sales increased last year appeared first on Auto Service World.

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How a lack of off-lease vehicle is hurting the used market

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The Canadian used vehicle market is facing a significant supply shortage of younger off-lease vehicles, expecting to negatively impact the used sales market. Off-lease vehicles are a key source of product for the used car market. This trend is expected to persist through 2027, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants.

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The top stolen vehicles of the year

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Auto thefts reached new highs in 2022 with Ontario and Quebec hit hardest. A new report examines what vehicles thieves are setting their sights on. The 2020 Honda CR-V maintained its spot at the top of the list as the … The post The top stolen vehicles of the year appeared first on Auto Service World.

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The impacts of ‘dramatic changes’ to vehicle mix

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Significant shifts in the composition of light vehicles will have substantial impacts on the automotive aftermarket sector, recent research by Lang Marketing suggested.

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Seatbelt reminders are getting better

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Automakers have made significant strides in improving seat belt reminder systems since the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) began rating them in 2022, the group reported recently. Automakers can boost a vehicles performance in this test with just some small software changes, Harkey explained.

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Autel: Pushing the Boundaries of Aftermarket Diagnostics 

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Whether discussing secure gateways or access to functions, software, and specifications on newly released vehicles, aftermarket diagnostic product developers such as Autel are always playing catch up to get that OE-only capability in the hands of our users. AutoAuth charges an annual fee of $50 per vehicle brand.

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Details on what SMP released last year

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Its December release provided new coverage in 71 product categories and 128 part numbers for 2022-2024 model-year vehicles. Standard’ hybrid and electric vehicle program saw an expansion, … The post Details on what SMP released last year appeared first on Auto Service World.