Jalopnik

JULY 9, 2024

There are few places on Earth warmer and less comfortable than a New York City subway platform on a hot summer day. The combination of heat, humidity and basement dankness come together to form a really nightmarish concoction. It’s enough to make the average person wonder why there can’t be a better way. Why isn’t… Read more.

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Humble Mechanic

JULY 28, 2015

With a hot summer comes failing Air Conditioning. Today we are back with more failed VW parts. We are right in the middle of a pretty hot summer. One of the most common things we are seeing fail is A/C compressors. We are doing several a week. The most common seem to be on 2.0t […]

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Air Conditioning 130

Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Fuel Efficiency : By reducing the reliance on air conditioning, vehicles consume less energy, improving overall efficiency. Here’s how nano-cooling film addresses these challenges: Temperature Regulation : It minimizes heat absorption, keeping the cabin cool even during hot summer days.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

In our specialized Hybrid Technology and Service course, you’ll learn how to service hybrids, address safety issues, and maintain subsystems like power steering, air conditioning, and charging systems. You’ll also delve into high-voltage circuits, battery storage systems, and regenerative braking—key technologies in the Ram 1500 REV.

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Automotive Training Centre

AUGUST 21, 2024

Benefits: Versatility : Useful for inspecting engines, brakes, and air conditioning systems. It provides quick and accurate surface temperature readings without contact, making it ideal for checking hard-to-reach areas. Safety : Eliminates the need for physical contact with hot components.

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Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Electric air conditioning compressors have been around for a while now, so most of us have seen them or at least heard of them. The basic operation of the air conditioning remains the same. The basic operation of the air conditioning remains the same. What HAS changed is how we service them.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

You will learn about the complexities of control and communication circuits, including 12-volt and high-voltage circuits, power accessories like power steering, air conditioning, and charging systems, and electric motor operation.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 8, 2024

These training aids include: Cutaway Toyota Gen III Prius : Offers a view of a vehicle’s internal components to showcase how different systems, including the battery, motor and air conditioning, interact. AC Cart : Replicates the unique air conditioning and cooling systems in electric vehicles and hybrids in a safe environment.

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CATI

JUNE 6, 2024

A/C System Recharging: An air conditioning system can lose refrigerant over time, impacting its cooling efficiency. Climate control specialists are trained in safely handling and properly recharging automotive air conditioning systems. Contact CATI today for best-in-class automotive air conditioning training.

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Humble Mechanic

APRIL 19, 2017

But I have experienced the sensation of a dirty cabin air filter. I was driving a loaner car to training when I turned on the car’s air-conditioning and got a face full of stink. Have you ever been hit in the face with a dirty gym sock? Thankfully I have not. That stink was coming from a dirty […]

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Air Conditioning Car 100

Automotive Training Centre

AUGUST 23, 2024

The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including control systems and hardware choices, communication circuits, power accessories such as power steering and air conditioning, and the operation of electric motors.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

This innovative technology is revolutionizing how we think about heating, ventilation, and air conditioning in cars. When it comes to electric vehicles, we can’t ignore the crucial role of the electric vehicle HVAC system.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 22, 2024

In addition, the electric hybrid solution allows buses to operate accessories, such as air conditioning and heat.

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autoevolution

DECEMBER 21, 2023

But the fact of the matter is that all mechanical driving aids and comfort equipment (steering, brakes, alternator, air conditioning compressor, and whatnot) rob engine power. ’ is probably the question least likely to be asked at any car-related event. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

AUGUST 11, 2024

CarPlay is the new air conditioning for modern drivers, as few people would be willing to buy a new-generation car without Apple's car-optimized experience. The iPhone maker even has the numbers to prove it. This means that CarPlay has become an incentive to choose a specific brand, and this makes some won. continue reading. )

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Jalopnik

MARCH 5, 2024

First they came for controls like media and air conditioning. We’re all familiar with the slow takeover of the touchscreen in our cars. Then, with Tesla’s revamp of the interior, touchscreens gradually took on more and more control of our cars. Now, however, buttons may be on the edge of a comeback after new safety… Read more.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As the summer heat sets in, your customers find solace in the cool sanctuary of their vehicles, relying on air conditioning systems to provide respite from the scorching temperatures outside. However, have you ever considered the role of automotive cabin air filters in ensuring their comfort and well-being during the summer A/C season?

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Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

This innovative technology is revolutionizing how we think about heating, ventilation, and air conditioning in cars. When it comes to electric vehicles, we can’t ignore the crucial role of the electric vehicle HVAC system.

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C and C Automotive

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Air Conditioning : Check your air conditioning system to ensure it is functioning optimally for the upcoming warmer seasons. Heating and Cooling System Heater and Defroster : Test your heater and defroster to ensure they are working correctly.

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autoevolution

AUGUST 6, 2024

Most of the time, doors need to be opened, air conditioning needs to be turned on, and some waiting needs to be done. If left under the scorching Sun, they heat up so bad it's at times impossible for any human being to step inside one directly. But what if that weren't the case? continue reading. )

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Brake & Front End

MAY 9, 2024

ELI ZERO Features: The Eli ZERO is just 4.5 feet wide and 7.4 The post Eli Opens Reservations for its Micro-EV in the US appeared first on Brake & Front End.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 8, 2024

ELI ZERO Features: The Eli ZERO is just 4.5 feet wide and 7.4 The post Eli Opens Reservations for its Micro-EV in the US appeared first on Tomorrows Technician.

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Bolt on Technology

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Bays aren’t usually air conditioned, so your team of hard working technicians are in the heat and humidity all day. Sometimes, it's hard to keep productivity high in your auto repair shop, especially in the dead heat of the summer.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 15, 2024

R-134a for use in motor vehicle air conditioners). This sales restriction does not cover refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment or components containing refrigerants. Two types of people can buy refrigerant found acceptable for use in a motor vehicle air conditioner (MVAC).

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C and C Automotive

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

From starting the engine to powering essential components like lights, windows, and air conditioning, the electrical system is integral to the overall performance of the vehicle. In today’s modern vehicles, electrical systems play a crucial role in ensuring that the car operates effectively.

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RepairSmith

MAY 29, 2024

Our expert technicians provide mobile AC recharges, ensuring your vehicle’s air conditioning system operates at its best, especially in Atlanta’s hot and humid climate. How a Car’s Air Conditioning System Works The air conditioning system in your car or truck works by removing heat and humidity from the interior of your vehicle.

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The new blend has been phasing in since 2014, but starting with the 2022 model year, nearly every car sold with air conditioning has used it in their systems. There’s been a lot of talk lately about R-1234yf refrigerant. Still, there are millions of cars out there using the refrigerant R-134a, introduced in 1994.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In the 1950s, the lead-acid 12-volt battery became standard as vehicles became heavier (on average 4,000 pounds), engines became larger and more powerful, and energy- consuming technologies such as air conditioning and power windows became popular, There were no significant advances in the automotive battery until 1971 when General Motors’ Delco-Remy (..)

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Jalopnik

JULY 9, 2024

This sure as hell ain’t the air conditioned and LED lit garage of an FIA Grade 1 track. Before teams start moving their race cars into the garages at Mid Ohio , someone has to clean all of the bird s**t off of the workbenches. The Midwest’s best race track is a romanticized vision straight out of the 1960s when it was… Read more.

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In the sweltering heat of Dallas , an air conditioning system isn’t just a luxury, it’s a necessity. RepairSmith brings air conditioning repairs to you with our mobile AC recharge service, ensuring your drives throughout Dallas are always cool and comfortable. What Is an AC Recharge?

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Advanced window films that reflect and block heat can significantly reduce the interior temperature of a car, which in turn reduces the need for air conditioning. Tinting that reduces solar heat gain inside vehicles can lead to lower reliance on air conditioning systems, resulting in lower fuel consumption.

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AutoShopOwner

JULY 3, 2024

If your air conditioning units and other cooling systems are outdated, consider investing in energy-efficient models to lower your costs over time significantly. Create an Energy Efficient Environment If there’s one certain thing to expect in the summer, it’s high energy consumption.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 28, 2024

We’re halfway through summer already and you still have a project on jack stands sitting in the garage that you should have been working on instead of hanging out at the beach or sitting on your couch drinking beer in the air conditioning while watching the Dragon show… Read more.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

This will bring important changes and refinements, including individual controls for all three air conditioning zones, as well as more accurate range estimates for vehicles with LFP batteries. Rivian sticks to its 4-week update policy and is already testing the 2024.35 build internally.

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Air Conditioning Vehicle IT 52

RepairSmith

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Every 7 Years: Air Conditioning – Replace air conditioning desiccant. Wheels & Tires – Rotate all tires to ensure even tread wear. Inspection – Check brake pads, tires, and fluid levels. Every 5 Years: Brakes – Flush and replace brake fluid.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Air conditioning service requires special equipment. EVs are heavier than a traditional vehicle and lift points are harder to access due to the locations of the battery, so the lifts must be designed for EV service.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

With the second generation of its R1 vehicles, Rivian relocated the air conditioning compressor to eliminate the noise and vibrations reported by many first-generation owners.

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