Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 1, 2024

The automotive aftermarket often celebrates its long and historic legacy—manufacturers that engineer solutions, distribution channels that crisscross the country, parts stores and repair shops that keep America moving. Today, the aftermarket is paving the foundation of a new legacy—dreaming up innovation in new and existing powertrains, leveraging digitally driven solutions and forging stronger relationships.

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Automotive ASE Automotive Repair Manufacturing 130

Brake & Front End

JULY 1, 2024

The automotive aftermarket often celebrates its long and historic legacy—manufacturers that engineer solutions, distribution channels that crisscross the country, parts stores and repair shops that keep America moving. Today, the aftermarket is paving the foundation of a new legacy—dreaming up innovation in new and existing powertrains, leveraging digitally driven solutions and forging stronger relationships.

Automotive 130

Automotive ASE Automotive Repair Manufacturing 130

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

Although Tesla claimed that all its cars are prepared for Full Self-Driving, vehicles with Hardware 3 Autopilot computer might have reached their limits. Elon Musk said that further FSD development would require an upgraded inference computer. Tesla bet everything on autonomous driving as it pivoted its strategy towards artificial intelligence and robotaxis.

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IT Vehicle Car 135

AutoSuccess

JULY 1, 2024

In this AutoSuccess Executive Spotlight, Brian Ankney hosts Tim Whalen from Voss Auto Network and Greg Uland from Reynolds to discuss the challenges and solutions for technician turnover in car dealerships. Technician turnover is a widespread issue, not unique to dealerships, with an annual rate of around 45-50%. Tim shares Voss Auto Network’s successful strategy of developing their own technicians instead of hiring externally.

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Car Dealership Automotive Car Technical 111

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

Whenever one sets out to make a new aircraft, a lot of research and development (but also money), are needed. Most of the time these efforts pay off, but what you're left with at the end of all the work is a singular platform that rarely can give birth to any new aerial vehicle derived from it. But what if, somehow, the methods of the automotive industry can be applied to aircraft making?

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Car Automotive Vehicle IT 124

Danny’s Engineportal

JULY 1, 2024

Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Automotive Engine Problems (GDI) is a fuel injection system that sprays gasoline, directly into the combustion chamber. So, (GDI) uses a separate fuel injector, for each cylinder. As a result, this allows for direct access, to the combustion [.

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IT Engineering Automotive 101

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

There are so many organizations and people working to advance hypersonic technologies these days that it's becoming increasingly hard to keep track of them all. And even if you can keep track, the fact that many of these technologies are highly classified doesn't help you get a clear picture of what's going on. The world is already swarming with airplanes and other contraptions that can travel faster than the speed of sound. ( continue reading.

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Vehicle IT 121

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

As people in many parts of the world are getting ready for their summer vacations, the popularity of camper vans is soaring to new heights. Due to the convenience, open-road freedom, and immersion in nature they afford, camper vans are considered by many the ultimate adventure machines. There are oodles of camper vans out there ready to unlock the open road to freedom and adventure, but few manage to impress the way th. ( continue reading.

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Management 116

Autoblog: Car News

JULY 1, 2024

Filed under: Weird Car News , Car Buying , Car Dealers Continue reading CDK expects all dealers to be live by early July 4 CDK expects all dealers to be live by early July 4 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 1 Jul 2024 15:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Car 92

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

At the time of writing, autoevolution's car database contains 7,241 car models produced by 130 brands since time immemorial. And let me tell you, from the huge vehicle pool the number of cars that deserve a place in the museum is incredibly small. By all accounts, the ( continue reading.

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Car Vehicle 114

Auto Remarketing

JULY 1, 2024

If your service-drive volume dips slightly this week because of Fourth of July, don’t fret. Those ROs might jump noticeably next week and beyond. And rental cars currently in service might be getting quite a holiday workout, too. AAA projected 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home during the Independence Day holiday travel period, which is defined as the nine-day period from June 29 to July 7.

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Car Automotive Vehicle 59

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

You could safely call the Cybertruck the supercar of pickup trucks, and you wouldn't be wrong. Not because it's powerful and fast, but due to it being unexpectedly frail. It just keeps breaking down, and this unlucky owner is enjoying the full experience. Lamborghini's CEO recently said that all-electric supercars aren't coming anytime soon because the available technology just isn't good enough.

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IT Trucking Electricity 114

Auto Remarketing

JULY 1, 2024

When it comes to calling the service department, Acura dealers are providing the industry’s best customer service. That’s the conclusion of Pied Piper’s 2024 PSI Service Telephone Effectiveness Study, which ranked Acura first among the 34 automobile brands analyzed for the efficiency and quality of service telephone calls from a customer’s objective of quickly and easily setting up a service appointment.

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Service Advisor Automobile Customer Service Transportation 59

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

The owner of this Ford Maverick left his car sitting for five years after his wife blamed him for loving it more than he loved her. He apparently tried to prove her wrong. But they broke up anyway. Now, he decided to clean up and fix the car he had almost forgotten about. His wife totally hated the ( continue reading.

Car 111

Car IT 111

Jalopnik

JULY 1, 2024

A Tesla driver in California learned the hard way last week not to put too much faith in the company’s Autopilot system after the tech drove their car directly on to a train track , mistaking it for the road. Read more.

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Car IT Automotive 68

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

Tommaso D'Amico is present both on YouTube and other social media venues under the alias tda_automotive and loves everything Italian and related to wheels – that's why you'll see him passionate about Alfa Romeo, Abarth, Fiat, or Lancia. He doesn't shy away from Carabinieri liveries, either, ( continue reading.

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Media IT 111

Jalopnik

JULY 1, 2024

The Volvo EX30 is a very fun, very reasonably priced little electric crossover. It’s also delayed in the U.S. thanks to new tariffs on Chinese-built cars, and it seems the problems get worse from there: Volvo has halted sales on the model abroad after a wave of software issue reports from customers. Read more.

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Software IT Electricity Car 67

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

Toyota has been doing great across America in recent years – and it's always fighting with General Motors for the best-selling title. Naturally, it is helped by both brands – Toyota and Lexus. The namesake Toyota brand is doing great in terms of sales in the United States especially, but the premium Lexus sibling is even more outstanding af. ( continue reading.

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IT 104

Jalopnik

JULY 1, 2024

It seems like planes are dropping out of the sky all the time right now. Some fell from turbulence , others for entirely unknown reasons. The most recent dramatic dive, however, comes from the scariest cause of all: An actual mechanical issue with a Korean Air Boeing 737. Read more.

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Mechanic IT 69

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

We're eagerly starting the second leg of the summer with some nightly brawls at the local quarter-mile dragstrip – a C8 versus Y skirmish that took place at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The action never ends at the track complex in Nevada – which has had many names before LVMS: Las Vegas Speedway Pa. ( continue reading.

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Auto Remarketing

JULY 1, 2024

With July 4 on the horizon, car-shopping marketplace Cars.com unveiled its 19th annual American-Made Index, evaluating more than 400 vehicle models to compile a list of the 100 vehicles contributing most to the U.S. economy in manufacturing, parts sourcing and employment. But you might notice something a little different about this year’s list. Six of the top 10 vehicles and 15 of the top 20 are from foreign brands.

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Manufacturing Vehicle Automobile Car 52

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

The Chevrolet Impala started its life as a Bel Air version but rapidly became the model spearheading GM's sales. The Impala became the best-selling car in the United States in the early '60s and retained this position for more than a decade. While the yearly sales declined, the Impala remained the main sales engine catalyst for Chevrolet at the start of the n. ( continue reading.

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Engineering Car IT 103

Auto Remarketing

JULY 1, 2024

If a shopper who arrives at your dealership is on the hunt for an inexpensive used vehicle that can seat the whole family, here’s a selling point: Now might be the time to buy. The CARFAX Used Car Index released last week shows family haulers like vans/minivans, pickup trucks and SUVs showed the largest month-over-month used-vehicle retail price drops in June.

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Vehicle Trucking Retail Used Cars 52

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

While the Tesla Cybertruck nearly broke the internet back in 2023 when it first went into production, enthusiasm for what is undoubtedly the quirkiest utilitarian EV ever made has gone down significantly in recent months. This is true for most EVs, to some extent. People are “pulling back” a little bit, as the internal combustion engine seems to be undergoing a second renaissance – but this is bound to be tem. ( continue reading.

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IT Engineering 101

Tire Review Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Magna Tyres launched five additions to its product lineup. First, the manufacturer is expanding its MB800 series with a larger size, 355/65-15. Magna said this new size offers enhanced versatility and efficiency for a wide range of applications. Magna also introduced the M-Traction tire, which the manufacturer said delivers traction, durability, and stability, in challenging terrains and weather conditions.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Engineering IT 52

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

American aerospace giant Boeing is at the center of attention these days for all the wrong reasons, but that doesn't mean there aren't aspects of the business that don't go as planned. Like, say, the company's work on keeping the U.S. Navy F/A-18 Block III Super Hornets up, running, and updated. The ( continue reading.

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AutoSuccess

JULY 1, 2024

Creating a digital showroom presents several challenges for auto dealers. The majority of online shoppers prefer to see numerous photos, videos and other details of the vehicles they are interested in, but the process of providing a compelling visual experience for every vehicle requires both time and money. Additionally, manufacturer and third-party website guidelines encourage dealers to provide a consistent, quality visual experience.

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Car Vehicle Manufacturing Media 52

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

The upcoming Rivian R2 will feature the second generation of Enduro drive units, which the EV startup developed in-house. The upgraded motors are called "Maximus" and offer important advantages in terms of manufacturing efficiency and costs. Rivian hasn't unveiled any dual-motor drive unit based on Maximus like the R1's Ascent units.

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Manufacturing 98

Auto Remarketing

JULY 1, 2024

In today’s digital age, a wave of innovation is surging through nearly every sector. The trucking industry is no exception. Artificial intelligence combined with machine-learning algorithms are finally harnessing the data trucking companies have been collecting for years. This no-longer dormant data is now being transformed into actionable insights that are improving efficiencies, streaming workflows, and ultimately increasing profits.

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Trucking Management Transportation Utilities 52

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

The Trans Am wasn't already a thing in 1968 – as it launched in 1969 – so the base Firebird continued to lead sales. The standard 250 six-cylinder engine was the top choice, mak. ( continue reading.

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Engineering IT 98

Tire Review Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Tire Discounters has promoted Charles Curlee to SVP, chief operations officer. In his new role, Curlee will lead Tire Discounters and its subsequent brands’ operations, support the organization’s strategy, and drive business performance goals, the company said. Curlee, who began as a regional manager at Tire Discounters seven years ago, has more than 30 years of experience in the automotive industry including family-owned Kauffman Tire, which is based in Atlanta, GA.

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Retail Management Automotive IT 52

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

If you're a casual automotive fan, you probably have heard about the Pontiac GTO but maybe don't know its overarching importance for the American muscle car movement. Believe us, then, when we say that it was crucial. The Pontiac GTO was a front-engine RWD, two-door, and four-passenger automobile produced across just five generations (with a hiat. ( continue reading.

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Automobile Engineering Automotive Car 98

Tire Review Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Toyo Tire U.S.A. introduced the Toyo M156 urban and regional all-position commercial tire. This SmartWay-pending tire delivers long, even wear and excellent fuel efficiency, the manufacturer said. Building upon its predecessor (the M154), Toyo said this tire features advancements to maximize removal miles, fuel efficiency, retread-ability, and casing durability for a high return on investment, while providing performance and safety.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Trucking Management IT 52

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

Things were already going downhill for the Challenger in the early '70s, but the 1973 model year actually witnessed an increase from a sales perspective. Dodge sold 32,596 units, up from 26,648 units in the previous year. However, it was becoming more obvious that the Challenger would eventually hit a dead-end, with Dodge operating system changes in several big depart. ( continue reading.

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IT 97

Tire Review Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Magna Tyres launched five additions to its product lineup. First, the manufacturer is expanding its MB800 series with a larger size, 355/65-15. Magna said this new size offers enhanced versatility and efficiency for a wide range of applications. Magna also introduced the M-Traction tire, which the manufacturer said delivers traction, durability, and stability, in challenging terrains and weather conditions.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Engineering IT 52

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

Restoring a classic car can get quite expensive if the said vehicle is in very poor condition. But there are a few ways to save big bucks when getting spare parts. Keeping an eye out for overpriced components is one of them. The folks at Rocket Restorations, who have been reviving old. ( continue reading.

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Car Vehicle 97

Tire Review Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

The automotive aftermarket often celebrates its long and historic legacy—manufacturers that engineer solutions, distribution channels that crisscross the country, parts stores and repair shops that keep America moving. Today, the aftermarket is paving the foundation of a new legacy—dreaming up innovation in new and existing powertrains, leveraging digitally driven solutions and forging stronger relationships.

Automotive 52

Automotive ASE Automotive Repair Manufacturing 52