Automotive Training Centre

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Mazda, long known for its precision engineering and driver-focused vehicles, is entering the hybrid technology era in earnest. For hybrid technology students, understanding Mazdas approach to EV batteries offers a fascinating glimpse into how a legacy automaker adapts to the growing demand for electrified powertrains. Mazdas electrification strategy is ambitious and innovative.

Electric Vehicles 240

Electric Vehicles Mechanic Electricity Manufacturing 240

Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In the 1990s, adjustable valve shocks and struts were all the rage. These systems had two or three comfort and sport settings that could be changed with buttons on the dash. These systems played the role of firming up the suspension if the driver wanted a sporty feel while driving. These systems have evolved to the point where they can actively change dampening characteristics in milliseconds.

Electronics 204

Electronics Vehicle Electricity Utilities 204

Business Actualization

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In today's competitive automotive repair industry, effectively reaching the ideal potential new customers is crucial for sustained growth. One innovative strategy is leveraging Bing Ads to connect with consumers on Nextdoor, a neighborhood-focused social platform. This approach enhances local visibility and builds trust within your community.

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Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair Automotive Repair Automotive 149

Shop Marketing Pros

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

EPISODE: 139 Marketing Tools and Tech Ideas for Auto Repair Shops Marketing your auto repair shop can be overwhelming, but with the right tools, it doesnt have to be. Brian and Kim Walker break down essential marketing tools and tech to make the process easier, more effective, and even enjoyable. Discover how to simplify your social media strategy with tools like Meta Business Suite and Canva, optimize your website performance with SEMrush and Google Analytics, and create better customer engage

Auto Repair Shop 130

Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair Media Management 130

Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Though we didn’t necessarily intend for this week’s puzzle to be a mind bender, we DID hope to challenge you. Challenge accepted, but only by a very small number of entrants, many from the same class (we’re looking at you, Bristol Tech). It was fun to see what people thought might be the answer (ranging from Analog Clock to Balance Scale to Tachometer to Torque Wrench to the brutally honest “something scale”) but better to see the ones who actually figured it out.

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Technical IT 130

DRIVE

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Mobile Service can create a lot of business opportunities, and an equal amount of challenges. See how one business made it work for them. The trucking industry has long been the backbone of the economy in the United States, but with its importance comes the constant challenge of keeping fleets on the road and minimizing downtime. As of 2024, the U.S. truck repair sector is home to over 46,000 businesses, with a market size of over $10 billion.

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Trucking Preventative Maintenance Vehicle Automotive Technician 92

Automotive Fleet

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Are EVs still a smart choice for fleets without mandates?As incentives fade, fleet managers must weigh costs, savings, and strategy.

Management 101

Management 101

Automotive Fleet

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Darin Ficenec, former Element strategic alliance VP, is remembered for his leadership, integrity, and dedication to fostering strong industry partnerships.

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Management 98

AutoVitals

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

As an auto repair shop owner, your website is one of the most powerful tools you have for attracting and retaining customers. But simply having a well-designed website isnt enoughyou need to track its performance to ensure its working effectively. By monitoring key metrics, you can make data-driven decisions to improve your online presence and grow your business.

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Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair IT 65

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

If you want an electric vehicle with the longest range possible, you buy a Lucid Air. Specifically, you buy a Lucid Air Grand Touring with 19-inch wheels and an EPA range of 512 miles. Even Tesla cant match that. Range anxiety? What range anxiety? And yet, in a recent interview, Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson told Insid Read more.

Electric Vehicles 63

Electric Vehicles Electricity Vehicle 63

AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

New car dealerships face increasing pressure to deliver exceptional customer experiences while maintaining profitability. The service drive, often an untapped resource, holds immense potential as a profit center and customer loyalty driver. By leveraging technology, optimizing processes and fostering a culture of excellence, dealerships can transform the service drive into a powerhouse of revenue and retention.

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Service Advisor Software Car Dealership Utilities 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Massachusetts voters overwhelmingly passed the Right to Repair Act back in 2020. After some initial hesitation, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration threw its support behind the law. Automakers, however, sued to stop the law from going into effect. Unfortunately for them, a judge just dismissed Read more.

Transportation 61

Transportation Car IT Automotive 61

Danny’s Engineportal

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Danny's Engineportal So, engine oil consumption, is now going up, as the oil change intervals, become higher. But, most modern engines, don’t suffer from, engine oil consumption. That’s why, many vehicle owners, forget to regularly check their [.

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Engineering Oil Change IT Vehicle 59

Auto Remarketing

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

While the lack of public charging facilities is one of the most cited reasons by consumers for not considering an electric vehicle, most EV owners say they dont need or use them. Carvanas EV Trends Report , which includes a survey of more than 400 Carvana customers who purchased a battery electric vehicle in 2024, found 76% of the respondents said they rarely or never use public chargers.

Electric Vehicles 52

Electric Vehicles Electricity Retail Used Cars 52

AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Dealership management systems and integrated software have advanced significantly in recent decades. Customers today expect high website standards, and retailers must adapt. Clunky and difficult-to-navigate websites lead customers to seek alternatives. For dealership websites specifically, customers expect a seamless retailing experience including a responsive chat tool, accurate website inventory, and all the bells and whistles of todays digital retailing environment.

Software 55

Software Retail Engineering Management 55

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

There are few cars Ive had a more complicated relationship with than the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392. On the face of it, this big SUV is everything Id ever want. Its loud, it has a massive V8 motor, you can (pretty much) drop the roof and itll go wherever you want it to. Theres just one problem: it feels a bit Read more.

Car 56

Car IT Vehicle 56

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Bartec USA will host the TIA Automotive Tire Service (ATS) certification courses in March at its Sterling Heights, Michigan facility. The training aims to equip technicians with essential skills, Bartec and TIA said. Commitment to Technician Training and Safety “Together, Bartec and TIA remain committed to offering more training for Automotive Tires Service Technicians,” said Scot Holloway, CEO of Bartec TPMS. “Better trained technicians mean better safety, better service, and

Automotive 52

Automotive Service Technicians Trucking IT 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In November 2023, BMW did M owners in Europe a solid by giving them a new centerlock wheel option. Meanwhile, North American M owners made due with largely forgettable wheel and tire options; aside from a few gold-and-black performance wheel and tire options, nothing really stands out. Things have changed for the Read more.

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Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Bartec USA will host the TIA Automotive Tire Service (ATS) certification courses in March at its Sterling Heights, Michigan facility. The training aims to equip technicians with essential skills, Bartec and TIA said. Commitment to Technician Training and Safety “Together, Bartec and TIA remain committed to offering more training for Automotive Tires Service Technicians,” said Scot Holloway, CEO of Bartec TPMS. “Better trained technicians mean better safety, better service, and

Automotive 52

Automotive Service Technicians Trucking IT 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In light of the recent news that General Motors has built a Corvette with a 233 mile per hour top speed , I figured it was a good time to ask you all where you draw the line. The engineering behind the new Corvette ZR1 is pretty incredible, Ill give General Motors a slap on the back for that one. But does a relatively Read more.

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IT Car Engineering Hospitality 59

Automotive Fleet

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

CAR 2025: The commander of the U.S.S. Cole, attacked by al-Qaeda terrorists in 2000, will keynote the conference, drawing on his frontline experience with leadership and crisis management.

Management 52

Management Car 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

With the federal tax credits on EV leases currently still in play, there are some excellent opportunities for deals. The Acura brand often gets lost in the shuffle while Honda tends to take all the headlines. But luxury car shoppers in the market for a quality EV, should check out the deals on the ZDX. Read more.

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Car Finance 52

Motor Verso

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Cars are getting smarter, faster, and packed with tech, and lighting systems are leading the charge. Forget what you know… Read more » The post The Future of Automotive Lighting is Here appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Automotive Car 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

An often repeated urban legend about the Ford Model T has been circulating on the internet for a while now, and I am here, predictably, to put a stop to all of the fun. The rumor goes something like this: Henry Ford needed to recall some early batches of Model Ts because the penny-pinching industrialist used Spanish Read more.

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Car 52

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Cosmo Tires and Astro Tires will celebrate their 30th anniversary in 2025. Since launching in 1995, the two brands have expanded offerings to serve a wide range of vehicles. That includes passenger cars, light trucks, truck and bus, agricultural, OTR, industrial, and specialty segments. Cosmo Tires and Astro Tires 30th Anniversary Celebrations Cosmo Tires and Astro Tires will host events, special promotions, and customer appreciation initiatives throughout the year.

Trucking 52

Trucking Manufacturing Vehicle Car 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

While some of the add-on parts on todays Nice Price or No Dice Ranger are aftermarket, the rocker and bumper extensions are part of the factory GT package. Lets see if this rare trucks price means its raring to go. Read more.

Trucking 52

Trucking IT 52

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Cosmo Tires and Astro Tires will celebrate their 30th anniversary in 2025. Since launching in 1995, the two brands have expanded offerings to serve a wide range of vehicles. That includes passenger cars, light trucks, truck and bus, agricultural, OTR, industrial, and specialty segments. Cosmo Tires and Astro Tires 30th Anniversary Celebrations Cosmo Tires and Astro Tires will host events, special promotions, and customer appreciation initiatives throughout the year.

Trucking 52

Trucking Manufacturing Vehicle Car 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Automakers in the U.S. are struggling to find ways to meet increasing demands for cheaper cars as the long-term repercussions of Trumpian economic uncertainty continue to unfurl. Some automakers have shown an interest in de-contenting existing models in an effort to make them less expensive to produce and pass some of Read more.

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Car 55

Meister Werks European & Import

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

A few years back, we did this 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL air suspension project. We custom designed the air suspension kit. We also all powder coated and installed everything in house, here at Meister Werks. We also installed a kit in this customer’s 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC, click here to see that project. The post 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL Custom Air Suspension appeared first on Meister Werks Renton Auto Repair Renton Auto Service.

Auto Repair 52

Auto Repair 52

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced a new multi-year partnership with Atturo Tires , designating Atturo as the Official Tire Partner of the PFL. Atturo Tires Featured Across PFL Events As the Official Tire Partner, Atturo Tires will appear throughout the 2025 PFL World Tournament. This includes branding and in-arena features at each PFL event.

Media 52

Media 52

AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Imagine this you own a new car franchise, and hundreds of people walk in your showroom every day. (Nice problem, right?) They browse, they walk your lot, they check out your window stickers but they leave without saying a word. No names, no contact info, nothing. You wouldnt even know they were there if it werent for the scuff marks on your floor, and not a single one of your salespeople approached anyone all day.

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Media IT Car 40

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced a new multi-year partnership with Atturo Tires , designating Atturo as the Official Tire Partner of the PFL. Atturo Tires Featured Across PFL Events As the Official Tire Partner, Atturo Tires will appear throughout the 2025 PFL World Tournament. This includes branding and in-arena features at each PFL event.

Media 52

Media 52

AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Virtual F&I is setting a new standard in the automotive purchase process with innovative solutions designed to simplify, speed up and enhance the experience for both dealerships and customers. With tools like the AI-powered virtual assistant, the user-friendly vMenu and the advanced vPortal, agents can offer their dealerships powerful resources to streamline operations and improve customer satisfaction.

Automotive 40

Automotive Management Vehicle IT 40

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

When you think about the ultimate winter car , vehicles like the Land Rover Defender , Toyota Land Cruiser or even a ratty old Volkswagen Beetle likely come to mind. One car thats probably not very high on that list is a convertible Mazda Miata , but thats probably just because you havent seen this convertible Miata. Read more.

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Car Vehicle Hospitality 40

Repair Shop Websites

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Facebook Ads for Auto Repair Shops: A Proven Strategy for More Customers Facebook isnt just a social platformits a powerful marketing tool. With over 2.9 billion monthly active users, it provides auto repair shops with an unmatched opportunity to attract local customers. But heres the catch: Facebook Ads arent as simple as “set it and forget it.” The platform is constantly changing, and what worked yesterday might not work today.

Auto Repair Shop 40

Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair Management IT 40

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

There are a few things I find truly satisfying in this world: waves crashing along the shore , watching a cake rising in the oven and seeing timelapse films of big things being built. This being Jalopnik, its the third one I want to talk about today after I saw this incredible timelapse of an enormous cruise ship Read more.

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IT 40

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

During this years K&M Tire Conference and Trade Show , Mr. Tire/Big. 3 Tire Top Shop finalists sat down with David Sickels, Tire Review editor, to share their tire industry success strategies.Sickels spoke with the owner of this years Top Shop winner Tire Star , Austin Miller; Owner of runner-up Allen Tire David Pfoff; and the vice president of runner-up Wholesale Tire , Michael Handel. 2025 Mr.

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Retail Automotive Repair Electricity Electric Vehicles 40