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A 2025 Guide to Auto Parts Dropshipping for Automotive Grads

Automotive Training Centre

If youre passionate about the automotive industry and eager to explore auto parts entrepreneurial opportunities, dropshipping auto parts in 2025 could be the venture for you. As a graduate of the Auto Parts and Warehousing program at the ATC Surrey campus, youll already have the foundational knowledge and skills to step into this dynamic business model.

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Preparing for April’s Marketing

Shop Marketing Pros

EPISODE: 138 Preparing for Aprils Marketing Dive into actionable marketing strategies for April with hosts Brian Walker and Caroline Legrand in this episode of the “Marketing by the Months” series. From leveraging Spring Car Care Month to hosting car care clinics, youll uncover creative ways to educate customers, build trust, and grow your auto repair shop.

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Considering Automotive School? Learn How Cybersecurity is Revolutionizing The EV Industry

Automotive Training Centre

The electric vehicle industry is advancing unprecedentedly, blending innovation in mechanics with cutting-edge technology. If you’re considering automotive school , particularly hybrid technology training, now is the perfect time to join an industry thats evolving with the future of transportation. With connectivity on the rise, cybersecurity has become a concern for drivers.

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Businesses face major recruiting challenges

Auto Service World

Many small businesses are struggling with hiring and that will continue to be a trend in 2025, according to Robert Half. The business consulting firms recent survey explored the top recruiting obstacles small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are currently facing. The survey, which included responses from over 1,700 hiring managers at small (20-99 employees) and midsize (100-999 employees) companies, provides insights to help SMBs navigate the complex hiring landscape.

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NC Auto Instructor Builds Solid Industry Relationships

Tomorrow's Technician

In this episode of Tomorrow’s Technician’s Partnership Pathways Podcast presented by NAPA, Doug Kaufman speaks with Robert Ballard, automotive instructor at Chapel Hill High School in Chapel Hill. Ballard has built an impressive automotive program at his high school, as evidenced by his school being named Blaster Products Instructor of the Year in 2022 and the WIX School of the Year in 2023 but he is quick to acknowledge that success isnt due to his efforts alone.

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Safety Strategies That Stick: Lessons from the 2024 Fleet Safety Conference

Automotive Fleet

Learn how trash talk, Family Feud, smartphones, and personalizing a driver defendant promote fleet safety and protect against nuclear verdicts.

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Snap-on’s Apollo+ Health Scan Feature

Tomorrow's Technician

The Snap-on Apollo+ scan tool enhances vehicle diagnostics with its Health Scan feature, streamlining pre- and post-scans for efficiency. The tool automatically compiles Diagnostic Health Scan Reports, which can be stored in the Snap-on cloud and shared with customers via text or email. These reports document system issues and trouble codes, helping technicians and service advisors prioritize necessary repairs.

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VIP Tires Technician Johnathan Bemis Honored by State Legislature

Tire Review Magazine

The Maine State Legislature honored Bangor, Maine VIP Tires & Service technician Johnathan Bemis with a legislative sentiment. Bemis received the recognition on Jan. 28 at the Maine State House in Augusta, cosponsored by Representative Gary A. Drinkwater of Milford and Representative Amy J. Roeder of Bangor. The legislative sentiment honors Bemis as a Maine resident for his achievements at national and global levels.

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Fuel Injectors: Usually Only Fail, In One Of Three Different Ways

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal So, today’s fuel injectors are a vital part, of a complex fuel management system. Fuel injectors, are basically a spray nozzle, that atomizes the fuel. Then, performs the final stage of delivery, to the engine. [.

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VIP Tires Technician Johnathan Bemis Honored by State Legislature

Tire Review Magazine

The Maine State Legislature honored Bangor, Maine VIP Tires & Service technician Johnathan Bemis with a legislative sentiment. Bemis received the recognition on Jan. 28 at the Maine State House in Augusta, cosponsored by Representative Gary A. Drinkwater of Milford and Representative Amy J. Roeder of Bangor. The legislative sentiment honors Bemis as a Maine resident for his achievements at national and global levels.

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Performance and Personal Accountability – Part 1 (The Owner’s Role)

AutoInc.

Your auto shop’s performance starts with you. The culture, expectations, and accountability you set shapes how your team shows up every day. Frustrated by underperforming team members? Here’s the hard truth: their performance reflects what you allow or enforce. If you want a high-performing shop, take an honest look at how you’re leading, coaching, and holding people accountable.

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Germany Says ‘Nein’ To Tesla As Sales Drop 59 Percent

Jalopnik

Germany has apparently seen the writing on the wall for what Tesla and i ts CEO, Elon Musk, represent, and in turn, sales plummeted 59 percent in January. It comes as Musk further inserts himself into both the U.S. government and Germanys politics. Read more.

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Autel Tablets Can Now Access Mercedes-Benz Secure Gateway

Tire Review Magazine

Autel announced that its automotive diagnostic tablets have been certified by the Auto Authentication Authority (AutoAuth) to access Mercedes-Benz vehicles’ Security Gateway (SGW). As a result, Autel said tablet users can now access more vehicle brands’ secure gateways. Expanding Autel Automotive Diagnostic Tablets Capabilities The company has also negotiated with the Volkswagen/Audi Group to add SGW access capability to Autel diagnostic tablets.

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Mastering Diagnostics #20_Adding Thermal Imaging to Your Diagnostic Toolbelt

Vehicle Service Pros

In this episode of Mastering Diagnostics, Motor Age Technical Editor Brandon Steckler describes how he leverages the power of emissivity to make light work of some diagnostic situations.

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Digital Vehicle Inspection Best Practices

AutoVitals

Todays automotive industry is technology-driven and simply purchasing a digital vehicle inspection software is not enough. Shops must adhere to best practices to maximize efficiency, gain customer trust, and increase profitability. Based on AutoVitals customer data from 2023 and 2024, these best practices yield the highest average repair order value and ensure customer satisfaction.

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Why You Might (or Might Not) Paint Your Car with Bed Liner

Eastwood

Spray-on bed liner is an amazingly durable material designed to protect truck beds from the abuse of hauling rough cargo. Its thick skin prevents scratches and gouging in the beds paint and bodywork. Its essentially permanent, forming a long-lasting barrier that prevents moisture from ever contacting the original finish. And its easy to keep up with a pebbly texture that rinses quickly with a hose.

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Arizona's 'Slow Poke' Bill Would Ticket Drivers $500 For Going Slow In The Left Lane

Jalopnik

If youre a slow driver in Arizona, you may want to look out or at least consider driving faster or getting out of the left lane. Lawmakers in the state are putting forth a new bill that, if passed, would fine drivers for going too slow in the fast lane on highways. Read more.

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Impel, FordDirect Partner to Bring Conversational AI to Dealers

AutoSuccess

Impel announced a strategic partnership with FordDirect. The partnership brings Impel’s conversational AI products to Ford dealers and Lincoln retailers throughoutthe U.S. Through a direct integration with FordDirect’s Customer Journey Platform (CJP), dealers will be able to leverage proprietary customer data and Impel AI to deliver hyper-personalized concierge experiences at every stage of the customer lifecycle.

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Elon Musk Once Again Admits Most Teslas Physically Can't 'Self Drive' Without Another Hardware Upgrade

Jalopnik

Elon Musk famously thought that automating the entirety of driving would be a pretty easy job , and hes been steadily and continually surprised when it turns out to actually be difficult. This trend carries over to the tech installed in Teslas cars , which has required update after update , each time accompanied by Read more.

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The Reality of EV Maintenance: Opportunities for Shops and Technicians

Tire Review Magazine

Electric vehicles share some similarities with their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts, but they also require unique maintenance. These vehicles use advanced liquid cooling systems to regulate the temperature of critical components, such as the high-voltage battery pack, power electronics, and electric motor. To keep the system effective and prevent issues, technicians must regularly service the coolant.

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'We Nearly Got Killed' Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says Full Self-Driving Caused Massive Crash

Jalopnik

Teslas Full Self-Driving software and its flagship Cybertruck have been plagued with issues since hitting their respective markets. Thats why its no surprise to learn that if you put the two Tesla inventions together, the results arent exactly good. Read more.

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Mavsign, RouteOne Integrate to Streamline Transactions

AutoSuccess

Mavsign has launched the first phase of its integration with RouteOne. Mavsign’s integration with RouteOne integration transforms the vehicle transaction process by integrating RouteOne’s finance and insurance platform with Mavsign’s advanced remote signing and verification capabilities, delivering unparalleled efficiency and security.

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Ridiculously Detailed Look At The Koenigsegg Gemera’s Drivetrain Shows How To Build A 249 MPH Family Car

Jalopnik

Hypercar maker Koenigsegg is renowned for its meticulous attention to detail and over-the-top engineering. Its a practice thats worked out well for the brand, as its set countless world records and sits near the top of the hypercar tree. To lift the lid on some of the engineering feats that helped it get there, Read more.

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Work Truck Solutions, J.D. Power Launch Commercial EV Hub

AutoSuccess

Work Truck Solutions announced a collaboration with J.D. Power , launchingthe Commercial Electric Vehicle (CEV) Hub on Comvoy , a pioneering resource specifically designed to support the electrification of commercial fleets. For years, J.D. Power has made online electric vehicle resources available to retail shoppers,however these did not include tools for businesses.

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Ferrari Isn’t Backtracking On Its EV Ambitions, Will Launch First Electric Supercar This Year

Jalopnik

The world of electric vehicles is uncertain right now, with automakers backtracking on targets, the new U.S. government slashing support for their rollout and brands delaying new models all over the shop. Not Ferrari, though, as the famed Italian automaker has confirmed that its first electric car is coming, and its Read more.

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Hunter Introduces Online ADAS Learning Tool

AutoSuccess

To help simplify the ever-complicating conversations around ADAS, Hunter Engineering is introducing a website that breaks down sophisticated ADAS procedures and terminology into easy-to-understand topics. Available for free to access and use, Hunters interactive ADAS Learning Tool works on touchscreen tablets or desktop computers. Designed to assist counter workers or allow customers to explore on their own, the tool succinctly answers many of the why, when and how questions both shops and consu

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Why Choose Autoflow for Your Multi-Shop Operation?

Autoflow

Autoflow transforms multi-shop operations with innovative tools designed to increase efficiency, boost revenue, and create a consistent and professional brand across your organization. Additional benefits include robust reporting, global user management, and configurable features for every stage of the customer journey. Increase Your Average Repair Order (ARO) and Keep Your Bays Flowing Boost your Average Repair Order (ARO) – Educate customers and earn their confidence in repair and servic

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The Reality of EV Maintenance: Opportunities for Shops and Technicians

Tire Review Magazine

Electric vehicles share some similarities with their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts, but they also require unique maintenance. These vehicles use advanced liquid cooling systems to regulate the temperature of critical components, such as the high-voltage battery pack, power electronics, and electric motor. To keep the system effective and prevent issues, technicians must regularly service the coolant.

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Aston Martin Goes Fast & Topless With The New Vantage Roadster

Motor Verso

The new Aston Martin Vantage is undoubtedly one of my favourite luxury sports cars to come out in recent memory.… Read more » The post Aston Martin Goes Fast & Topless With The New Vantage Roadster appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Expert To Detail the Dynamics of Electric Vehicle Longevity

Automotive Fleet

CAR 2025: Remarketing businesses that figure out their EV strategies now gain the most market share in coming years.

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eLEND Identity Solutions Block $1B in Potential Vehicle Purchase Fraud in 2024

AutoSuccess

eLEND Solutions announced at the 2025 NADA Show that it has blocked over $1 billion dollars in potential vehicle purchasefraud in 2024 through its Identity Solutions, representing over 30,000 red-flagged driver license scans. With identity fraud accelerating at an alarming rate, eLEND also announced that it has rapidly expanded its suite of Identity Solutions to further protect consumers, auto dealers and lenders.

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Tesla Will Give You Cheaper Car Insurance, But Only If You Take The Risk Of Engaging 'Full-Self Driving'

Jalopnik

Tesla has been playing fast and loose with its Full-Self Driving tech (now called Full-Self Driving (Supervised)) the last few years by essentially leaving testing of the driver-assist system up to the owners of its vehicles. These owners have been using the system on public roads, occasionally with disastrous resu Read more.

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Snap-on’s Apollo+ Health Scan Feature

Tire Review Magazine

The Snap-on Apollo+ scan tool enhances vehicle diagnostics with its Health Scan feature, streamlining pre- and post-scans for efficiency. The tool automatically compiles Diagnostic Health Scan Reports, stores them in the Snap-on cloud, and allows users to share them with customers via text or email. These reports document system issues and trouble codes, helping technicians and service advisors prioritize necessary repairs.

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Cop Impersonator In Black Dodge Charger Reportedly Pulling Over Drivers In Georgia And North Carolina

Jalopnik

Even if the citation is completely valid, getting pulled over sucks. Traffic stops are high-anxiety events where the threat of police violence is ever-present, it takes forever to get back on the road, and tickets are expensive. At the same time, though, if you were speeding, you were speeding. Unless you werent, and Read more.

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Snap-on’s Apollo+ Health Scan Feature

Tire Review Magazine

The Snap-on Apollo+ scan tool enhances vehicle diagnostics with its Health Scan feature, streamlining pre- and post-scans for efficiency. The tool automatically compiles Diagnostic Health Scan Reports, stores them in the Snap-on cloud, and allows users to share them with customers via text or email. These reports document system issues and trouble codes, helping technicians and service advisors prioritize necessary repairs.

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AI-SEO Demystified: How to Rank in ChatGPT Without Losing Your Mind

Woobound

(And Why Youre Basically Dating an Algorithm Now) Picture this: Youre a local coffee shop owner named Dave. Your cold brew could make a hipster cry. Your banana bread? Life-changing. But when someone asks ChatGPT, Wheres the best coffee near me? crickets. Meanwhile, Basic Beans down the street (where they serve coffee that tastes […] The post AI-SEO Demystified: How to Rank in ChatGPT Without Losing Your Mind appeared first on Woobound.

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This EG Civic Ute Is Just About The Perfect Car

Jalopnik

When you think of the perfect car , what does it look like? Something fast , expensive , and shiny ? Well Im here to tell you that youre wrong, the perfect car is a 90s Civic thats been turned into a ute. Please adjust your dreams and aspirations accordingly. Read more.

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