Auto Service World
JANUARY 14, 2025
The latest issue of EV world is here! You can view the digital edition of the Winter 2024 by clicking here. Inside you will find the cover feature looking at what the Canadian electric vehicle landscape currently looks like. Even though general sentiment appears to be down on EVs, the way Canadians are responding at the dealership tells a different story.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 10, 2025
A lot of people have been taking things apart our whole lives. Fewer of them are able to put them back together again even fewer still can work the black magic to somehow make them better than they were before. Michael Edmunds, automotive instructor at East Syracuse Manoa Central High School and mentor to the school’s Spartan Garage Car Club is the first candidate in the 2024-2025 Tomorrows Technician Instructor of the Year competition, presented by Blaster Corporation in association with
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Auto Service World
JANUARY 8, 2025
While there was a modest increase in employment in the automotive sector as a whole, performance varies across different sectors. But it was good new for those in the aftermarket, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, including setting new records. Employment in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry decreased by 1.8% compared to October 2023, bringing the total to 35,900.
Automotive Training Centre
JANUARY 9, 2025
The automotive industry is undergoing a revolution, and at the forefront of this change is the Internet of Things (IoT). For those interested in becoming auto mechanics, understanding IoT’s impact is crucial. The Internet of Things refers to the interconnected network of devices that communicate and exchange data in real time. In auto repair, this technology is transforming how vehicles are maintained and repaired, paving the way for smarter, more efficient automotive services.
Brake & Front End
JANUARY 9, 2025
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) are transforming the automotive industry by enhancing transparency and efficiency. For service managers, DVIs streamline inspections, document findings with photos and videos, and improve communication with customers. This modern approach builds trust, increases repair approvals, and sets shops apart by providing a professional, customer-friendly experience.
AutoShopOwner
JANUARY 13, 2025
We need better resources for diagnosing European cars' DTC's. I'm talking about 8-12 year old models, in the prime years of major repair, that our primary tool, AllData has no information on. They may have many other codes listed for these vehicles, but not what we seem to need. Example: 2014 MB GL450 with codes u0121-87, u0147-87, c2321, c030a, p179a-12 and several others, with symptoms of not being able to drive car, a warning of "transmission not in park, vehicle may roll" illuminating.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 10, 2025
A springs design is tuned to many factors. Engineers will use terms like frequency and amplitude to describe spring construction. For the layman, these terms translate to how fast and how far the spring must travel. Frequency and amplitude are tuned for ride quality, center of gravity and the sprung weight of the vehicle. A dampener is not a spring, and a spring is not a dampener.
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Shop Marketing Pros
JANUARY 9, 2025
Don't Drop The Ball on 2025 Marketing Webinar Tuesday | 1/28/2025 12:00 PM CST The ball may have dropped in Times’ Square, but that doesn’t mean you’ve completely dropped the ball on getting an annual marketing plan together for your auto repair shop. Join us in the Auto Repair Marketing Mastermind as we talk to Lauralee Schmidt and Savannah Garrett of Schmidt’s Auto Care to hear about how they manage a realistic marketing plan for their shop and leave with key takeaways
Brake & Front End
JANUARY 8, 2025
Snowbanks can wreak havoc on modern vehicles, particularly active grille shutters, commonly found on Honda, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz models. These systems, controlled by the ECM, optimize airflow and engine warm-up but are prone to damage from winter impacts. In this video, Andrew Markel highlights the importance of checking active grille shutters when diagnosing front-end damage or cooling system codes.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 10, 2025
The Canadian light vehicle market saw a significant rebound in 2024, with overall sales reaching an estimated 1.86 million units. Thats an 8.2 per cent increase from the 1.72 million units sold in 2023, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. However, Andrew King, managing partner at DesRosiers, called for caution despite the optimistic numbers.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 9, 2025
EV and hybrid batteries consist of numerous cells arranged in series and parallel configurations. This design achieves the desired voltage and capacity. Variations in manufacturing, temperature, and usage can cause individual cells to charge and discharge at different rates. Impact of Imbalance in Battery Cells Imbalances between cells can lead to overcharging or undercharging of specific cells.
Automotive Training Centre
JANUARY 8, 2025
As auto detailing training graduates know, to achieve the showroom-ready shine customers expect, decontamination is an essential step that goes beyond surface-level washing. Mastering the decontamination process is key to delivering professional-quality results and earning customer trust. This guide breaks down the basics of decontamination, why it matters, and how to perform it effectively.
R.O. Writer
JANUARY 10, 2025
Using the Right Reports to Maximize Profitability at Your Auto Shop They say if you dont run your business effectively, your business will run you. In the automotive industry, you The post Using the Right Reports to Maximize Profitability at Your Auto Shop appeared first on R.O. Writer.
Brake & Front End
JANUARY 9, 2025
EV and hybrid batteries consist of numerous cells arranged in series and parallel configurations. This design achieves the desired voltage and capacity. Variations in manufacturing, temperature, and usage can cause individual cells to charge and discharge at different rates. Impact of Imbalance in Battery Cells Imbalances between cells can lead to overcharging or undercharging of specific cells.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 10, 2025
Electric vehicles, given their higher acceleration rates, may be more accident-prone than their slower counterparts, according to new insurance data. Citing information from LexisNexis, a data analytics company specializing in risk and legal solutions, Green Car Reports noted that these findings raise questions about whether EVs and their ability to hit high speeds quicker than internal combustion engine vehicles or even slower powered EVs could lead to an increase in crashes.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 9, 2025
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) are transforming the automotive industry by enhancing transparency and efficiency. For service managers, DVIs streamline inspections, document findings with photos and videos, and improve communication with customers. This modern approach builds trust, increases repair approvals, and sets shops apart by providing a professional, customer-friendly experience.
Automotive Training Centre
JANUARY 8, 2025
Understanding the components youll work with is more than just a technical skillits the foundation of your career. Knowing the ins and outs of auto parts helps you serve customers and positions you as a trusted expert after your auto parts training. At ATC Surrey, we emphasize the importance of product knowledge in our auto parts courses, equipping students with the tools they need to thrive in their careers.
CATI
JANUARY 9, 2025
Speed and efficiency are key in the automotive industry, as you must have learned during auto parts training. Completing repairs, managing inventory, and assisting customers all require streamlined workflows to minimize delays and ensure satisfaction. As a professional in the field, learning to balance speed with accuracy will set you apart and help your shop thrive.
Brake & Front End
JANUARY 9, 2025
BMW M models with a grey-cast friction ring in a floating arrangement that is connected by pins to the aluminum rotor hat. The customers complaints may include: Visible cracks in the brake discs can be noticed through the wheel opening or during service. There are temporary vibrations or steering wheel torsional vibrations during braking. After high brake loads, running noises can be heard when applying the brakes.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 8, 2025
It takes a lot to open yourself up when opportunity knocks. For Autumn Lamb, however, she always opens the door. In this episode of Auto Service World Conversations , the marketing manager for GSP Americas discusses her journey into the aftermarket and all the amazing people, groups and experiences shes uncovered. Shes a major proponent of mentorship and building connections through the industry shes part of groups like Women in Auto Care and the Young Auto Care Networking Group.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 10, 2025
Your customer is in front of you and says, “my car just doesn’t look good inside anymore.” The interior of a car is subject to some pretty harsh situations: Subzero temps, ultraviolet rays, extreme heat, moisture and also very dry air. Add to these environmental issues, the interior is made up of many different substances. We will leave the metal components alone for now, but there is still rubber, ABS plastic, PPL or polypropylene, nylon and vinyl, leather and of course cloth.
Automotive Training Centre
JANUARY 14, 2025
If you want to become a mechanic , the best way to start is by gaining hands-on experienceand what better place to begin than with your own car? Joseph Walsh, a dedicated student at ATC Toronto, shared how working on his vehicle became a crucial first step toward achieving his dream. Joe began with a career change after years in a physically demanding job. “I was looking for a career change because I was into the interlocking,” he explained.
Auto Remarketing
JANUARY 8, 2025
Its not a surprise to find full-sized pickup trucks at the top of a list of Americas 100 best-selling used vehicles. Nor is it a shock that SUVs dominated that list. It was, however, a bit unexpected to find an electric vehicle in the top 30, and two EVs among the top 75. But that was the case in iSeeCars latest study, which analyzed more than 7.7 million used car sales from the past five model years to identify the most popular used cars bought in 2024.
Brake & Front End
JANUARY 13, 2025
When replacing a hub unit, should you choose an economy option or invest in a premium hub? In this video, Andrew Markel explores why premium hubs, like the BCA W60626HW for Ford F-250 4×4 (2014+), offer better value for shops by reducing labor time, minimizing comebacks, and boosting profitability. Learn about included components such as studs, O-rings, and axle clips that make a premium hub unit a smart choice for both technicians and customers.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 14, 2025
Maidens Family Auto Care in Barrie, Ontario, is the 2024 winner of the Shop of the Year Award In todays world, where local businesses can be the heart of a community, those that embrace their neighbourhood make a lasting impact. Family-run shops with deep roots and a genuine commitment to people set a standard that goes beyond transactions they create places where customers feel valued and supported.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 14, 2025
Today’s vehicles are a very big purchase in most customers’ worlds. New vehicles are highly sophisticated and require specific maintenance to keep them running to original specification. One of these vital maintenance elements is the lubrication fluids that keep them running smoothly. One of the biggest categories is motor oil. There are several standards that are important when selecting motor oils: Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) viscosity grade, American Petroleum Institute
AutoSuccess
JANUARY 10, 2025
AutoTech Investments (ATI) will host an executive breakfast, the groups third event, Jan. 24, 2025, 7-10 a.m. The breakfast, which is being held at the Marriott Warehouse Arts District Main Ballroom, across the street from the New Orleans Convention Center, runs ahead of the National Automotive Dealers Association ( NADA ) Annual Conference and Expo in New Orleans, Jan. 23-26. “ATI brings together the industry’s most influential decision-makers from across the automotive ecosystem, i
AutoShopOwner
JANUARY 14, 2025
Welcome! Hope everyone had a great holiday and Christmas! Its been a struggle around here but thats only because I had to bite the bullet and move! So now, Im proud to say that weve moved well, digitally that is. Unfortunately, most of my old links and links on YouTube videos are going to evaporate! But wait, theres more! And the more part of that statement is pretty crazy!
Brake & Front End
JANUARY 9, 2025
Your typical customer is not like you; their point of view is completely different. You must understand what they know and what they value when it comes to their transportation. The old proverb walk a mile in their shoes applies to advising customers about shocks and struts. Selling ride control is difficult. If you just sell them shocks and struts, you are asking the customer to exchange money for a parts and service.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 13, 2025
Tayfun Uner has been named to the newly-created role of president of light duty at Dorman Products. According to an announcement, Under will be responsible for driving strategic growth and overseeing all commercial and operational aspects of the companys largest business segment. He has a global background in consumer goods and was most recently senior vice president of three business units under Newell Brand, a portfolio that includes names like Coleman, Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Elmers and more.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 13, 2025
When replacing a hub unit, should you choose an economy option or invest in a premium hub? In this video, Andrew Markel explores why premium hubs, like the BCA W60626HW for Ford F-250 4×4 (2014+), offer better value for shops by reducing labor time, minimizing comebacks, and boosting profitability. Learn about included components such as studs, O-rings, and axle clips that make a premium hub unit a smart choice for both technicians and customers.
AutoSuccess
JANUARY 9, 2025
Team Velocity has partnered with Yossi J. Levi and his team at Car Dealership Guy for an exclusive panel discussion featuring some of the industrys most influential leaders from top-performing dealerships and OEMs. This event, which was broadcast live from Washington, DC, on Jan. 9, features a powerhouse panel that addresses the most pressing challenges and emerging trends shaping automotive retail today.
RepairPal
JANUARY 9, 2025
Discover how auto repair shops turn happy customers into their best marketers with referral strategies and success stories from shop owners. The post Referrals: Your Secret Weapon for Auto Shop Growth appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.
Danny’s Engineportal
JANUARY 11, 2025
Danny's Engineportal The 4 liter jeep engine, is one of AMC’s, best known engines. So, the 4 Liter Jeep Engine, was introduced in 1986, for the 1987 model year. But, is the last in the line, of [.
Louisville Automotive Shop
JANUARY 9, 2025
As a car owner, you may already be aware of the costs that come with maintenance and repairs. However, by investing in scheduled maintenance for your vehicle, you can actually save money in the long run. Here’s how regular maintenance can help keep your car running smoothly and prevent costly repairs down the line. 1. Prevents Major Repairs Regular maintenance, such as oil changes, filter replacements, and tire rotations, can help prevent major issues from developing in your vehicle.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 8, 2025
Snowbanks can wreak havoc on modern vehicles, particularly active grille shutters, commonly found on Honda, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz models. These systems, controlled by the ECM, optimize airflow and engine warm-up but are prone to damage from winter impacts. In this video, Andrew Markel highlights the importance of checking active grille shutters when diagnosing front-end damage or cooling system codes.
Autoflow
JANUARY 9, 2025
Partner Voices: Build a Flash Report CHRIS CLOUTIER on how to implement a system that workson repeat. Chris Cloutier | Autoflow ASL Industry Partner TO MANAGE MY SHOPS effectively without prematurely hiring a high-level executive, Ive adopted a strategic approach that allows me to stay involved as CEO while streamlining operations. Ive hired two administrative staff members who handle the data analysis and operational support I need, which keeps our overhead low.
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