Auto Service World
JULY 12, 2024
The transition to electric vehicles can be done but the timeframe mandated by governments around the world may not make it possible to be done right, an automotive leader recently warned. It’s all about creating a sustainable transition, Leila Afas, … The post Bending the EV curve ‘towards reality’ appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
JULY 12, 2024
Individuals learn differently, and for visual learners, game-based training offers a particularly effective way to absorb and retain information. You’re likely a visual learner if you find yourself picturing concepts and remembering diagrams better than text. Some excel in auditory learning, absorbing information through lectures and discussions.
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Auto Service World
JULY 12, 2024
Canada’s run of 19 straight months of year-over-year increases in new vehicle sales came to an end in June. But industry observers at DesRosiers Automotive Consultants aren’t all that put off. The 169,000 sales in June 2024 — dead even … The post Why there’s optimism as new vehicle sales streak ends appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
JULY 12, 2024
POWER BOOST enables existing Class 1 EV cargo van customers the opportunity to upgrade their lithium-ion battery packs to solid-state polymer battery packs, increasing Class 1 vehicle range to over 200 miles, Mullen saidMullen Automotive, Inc. announced a vehicle battery exchange program for current Class 1 EV cargo van customers, called POWER BOOST.
Auto Service World
JULY 12, 2024
In a move that will expand its business in the European market, Standard Motor Products, Inc. announced it had acquired Nissens. The deal is valued at US$388 million and will be an all-cash transaction, facilitated through a definitive agreement with … The post Standard Motor Products acquires Nissens appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
JULY 12, 2024
PRT is continuously extending the portfolio of Complete Strut Assemblies in the North American Aftermarket. A brand of the ADD Group, one of the largest manufacturers of Complete Strut Assemblies in the world, announces the arrival of new applications of the component for Light vehicles, SUV’s and pickups. The launches include important models in the national scenario such as Hyundai Elantra GT, Mercedes CLA 250, Subaru Outback and Toyota Tacoma, in addition to brand new applications such as the
Brake & Front End
JULY 12, 2024
PRT is continuously extending the portfolio of Complete Strut Assemblies in the North American Aftermarket. A brand of the ADD Group, one of the largest manufacturers of Complete Strut Assemblies in the world, announces the arrival of new applications of the component for Light vehicles, SUV’s and pickups. The launches include important models in the national scenario such as Hyundai Elantra GT, Mercedes CLA 250, Subaru Outback and Toyota Tacoma, in addition to brand new applications such as the
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autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
One of the greatest things about camper vans is the incredible way in which they combine versatility with comfort. You can use a camper van as both your daily vehicle and a reliable companion to fulfill your most adventurous dreams. What's more, if you plan on using it as your home on wheels, you can customize and design the interior to be exactly what you want.
AutoShopOwner
JULY 12, 2024
In our quest to attract and retain technicians, most auto repair shops have increased their benefits package. Examples are flex time, paid holidays, sick days, personal days, no overtime, and more. However, doesn't this affect overall technician production. Afterall, nothing gets billed until the tech works and completes a job. The more time away, the less time available.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
Introduced in 1978 as a 1979 model year and kept in production until the end of 1993, the third generation of the Ford Mustang is the longest-running iteration of the nameplate. It is also the second-best-selling, with over 2.6 million units dispatched in the United States of Automobile. The Mustang is probably the best-known Ford product throughout the car universe.
AutoShopOwner
JULY 12, 2024
I am from New York where flat rate is not the norm. However, when I speak to other shop owners around the country, many love flat rate. We are seeing a shift in the shop owner pay their techs. So what is your preferred method of paying your technicians?
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
Stellantis hasn't done a lot of cool things in America over the past quarter – and its sales dropped 21% as a consequence. But do you think they're only in trouble over there? Not at all, because some of its brands aren't doing well at all. One p. ( continue reading.
AutoShopOwner
JULY 12, 2024
When I started my shop in 1980, cars broke down a lot! Every day we had no shortage of work. We did no advertising. No need to. Those were the days, right? Well they are long gone! Today, auto repair shops must get customers to return by promoting preventive maintenance services. Maintenance is profitable, and best of all, it is a BIG benefit to the customer.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
DARPA is an unending source of high-tech, secret projects, and it seems to have focused quite a lot in recent years on those that have to do with aviation. The latest such effort we got wind of: the XRQ-73 SHEPARD. SHEPARD is, of course, an acronym, and it stands for Series Hybrid Electric Propulsion AiRcraft Demonstration. It's a program meant to deliver in the hands of the U.S. military an uncrewed aircraft capable of flying throug. ( continue reading.
Autoblog: Car News
JULY 12, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News Continue reading Oklahoma State Police traffic stop is a close encounter with a flying saucer Oklahoma State Police traffic stop is a close encounter with a flying saucer originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 12 Jul 2024 14:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
It's been over three years since we learned for the first time of defense contractor L3Harris working on a new type of virtual armor for the F-16 fighter jet. Called Viper Shield, it now once again falls under the spotlight after its maker announced it reached another milestone in the development of the system. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
JULY 12, 2024
The award recognizes a proficient fleet manager who has demonstrated special business acumen in developing and executing key management policies in all areas.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
Even the blackest of black hearts won't be able to resist a retro-styled travel trailer, isn't that right? Add to that visually pleasing exterior a lightweight and compact form factor, durable build quality, and all the basic creature comforts, and you've got a winner on your hands. ( continue reading.
AutoSuccess
JULY 12, 2024
Communication preferences are evolving rapidly in today’s fast-paced digital world. One significant shift is the increasing preference for text messaging over traditional phone calls, particularly in the automotive sales industry. This trend reflects broader changes in how consumers prefer to interact with businesses, emphasizing convenience, efficiency and personalization.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
General Motors barely kept up the pace with Toyota, and Stellantis featured a massive drop during the second quarter of the year; that's the gist of America's new car sales after the first six months of the year. In fact, GM and Toyota were separated by just 10. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 12, 2024
Goodyear launched the Cooper Discoverer Stronghold AT tire, the newest addition to its Cooper Discoverer family of tires. This all-terrain tire is designed to bite down on tough terrain and to stand up to heavy loads for towing and hauling, Goodyear said. According to Goodyear, the Cooper Discoverer Stronghold AT provides a strong hold with 3D sipe technology in the shoulders that help provide stability in cornering.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
Unfortunately for Alfa Romeo's ongoing revival, its parent Stellantis is not faring extremely well in the US automotive market – the automaker dropped 21% during the second quarter of the year and hasn't even announced the full six-month financial results. Instead, they will hold a second event on July 25 – probably hopin. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 12, 2024
Elon Musk ’s relationship to Twitter advertisers over the past year can best be described as “adversarial,” but the Tesla CEO announced a new level of combativeness Thursday: He intends to take brands who took their ad spend away from the platform to court in hopes they’ll be criminally prosecuted for not paying him. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
The Lotus Evija X hypercar did not make it very far. The model crashed one second after the start and got its front end seriously damaged. The Goodwood Festival of Speed finished abruptly for the much-acclaimed track-focused Evija. The car started off in a cloud of smoke from the tires as if the driver probably tried to compensate for the lack of an internal combustion engine sound.
Jalopnik
JULY 12, 2024
New vehicle dealer inventory once again climbed in June, with 2.96 million vehicles just sitting on lots. That works out to about a 76-day supply, and it’s up from 2.89 million vehicles a month earlier. It’s also a million more vehicles than where it was at the same time last year – 1.95 million. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
Aesthetics will always play an important part in the decision-making process, but let's be real about it, no one buys a travel trailer just because it looks good. But if they did, the Polydrops P21 would probably be at the top of the list for those looking for something that stands out anywhere it might travel. Aside from being a treat for the eyes, or perhaps better said, before it's that, a travel trailer has to be functional. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 12, 2024
A Minnesota state trooper received nine charges of second-degree manslaughter and criminal vehicular homicide this week for the crash death of a teen. His checkered past of causing wrecks while on-duty left many in the community wondering why it took a tragic death to get this officer off the road. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
Stellantis needs to do something to make itself great again – all this tardiness in implementing a coherent strategy for its legacy American carmaker is costing them a lot. As such, it is no wonder that not even Ram or Jeep are performing as usual, while Chrysler is a shadow of its former self, and Dodg. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 12, 2024
Over the decades there have been many one-off or limited-production vehicles that have been lost to the sands of time, and many cars that were planned for production but never made it there, for various reasons. Some automakers have begun to build recreations or “continuation cars” to fill in the gaps of history, and… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
Named after Henry Ford's son, the Edsel division was founded in late 1956. It was FoMoCo's fourth brand at the time, and it was supposed to help the company gain additional market share from General Motors and Chrysler. The Edsel lineup was introduced in September 1957 fol. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 12, 2024
After years of being represented by an importer in Spain and Portugal , Porsche officially launched its Porsche España subsidiary in 1984, now called Porsche Ibérica. To celebrate the division’s 40th anniversary, Porsche has launched the new 911 Carrera GTS Cuarenta Edition, which has a super special look inspired by… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
The second-generation Plymouth GTX is a serious piece of kit. It was introduced back in 1968 featuring a whole new look and a high-performance standard 440 ci V8 engine rated at 375 horsepower. When you think ‘muscle car’, you think GTX. Plymouth then brought a few minor cosmetic changes to the GTX the following year, updating the taillights, grille, and the side marker lights.
Jalopnik
JULY 12, 2024
Gas tax revenue is predicted to take a downward trajectory going into the 2030s as we head into a zero emission, greener future. States are looking at ways to make up for the loss in revenue and one of those ways might be to tax the constant stream of delivery trucks. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
Tesla is again the range king in the EV mid-size sedan segment, with the Model 3 Long Range RWD capable of driving 363 miles on a charge. However, the new Model 3 variant makes the headlines for another reason: when factoring in the $7,500 federal tax credit, it retails for $34,990, turning the $35,000 Tesla dream into reality. Before launching the Model 3 in 2017, Tesla promised the new model would become the most affordable electric veh. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 12, 2024
Despite the development delays and a drastically elongated mission, NASA stated on Wednesday that it’s aiming to return the Boeing Starliner from the International Space Station by the end of July. The space agency also stated the spacecraft could evacuate to Earth right now should an emergency arise. Like the… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 12, 2024
I have recently shared how a translation gig exposed to me the poor choice Rimac made by naming its electric hypercar Nevera. In Spanish, it means "fridge" People who think electric cars are appliances will only skip having a field day with that if they have no idea what the Croatian company is. When Mate Rimac revealed how he decided, as Bugatti's CEO, to baptize Chiron's successor as Tourbillon, it made everything feel even more ironic. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 12, 2024
We trust gig workers to drive us around , deliver our food and go through the tedium of shopping for our groceries. We trust the profile picture on the app is a safe person and that their employers back that up. One woman made a killing on exploiting that fantasy of safety, and her story is thrilling and terrifying at… Read more.
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