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Considering Auto Detailing Training? How EV Detailing Is Different

Automotive Training Centre

Although traditional cars and EVs share many detailing needs, EVs introduce distinct challenges and considerations. For those considering auto detailing training , knowing these differences can be an asset when servicing a growing market of eco-conscious drivers. Here’s how auto detailing training helps you master EV-specific techniques and why that knowledge is critical for your future success.

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Are we close to wireless EV charging?

Auto Service World

A recent breakthrough could mean that electric vehicle wireless charging could be just around the corner. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers reported that the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and Volkswagen successfully demonstrated the first-ever 270-kilowatt (kW) wireless power transfer system, opening the door to EV charging without the need for physical cables.

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Tuesday Teaching | Perfect Pairings: Ads + SEO

Shop Marketing Pros

Perfect Pairings: Ads + SEO Webinar Tuesday | 11/26/2024 12:00 PM CST When it comes to getting found online, your auto repair shop’s secret recipe to success is Google Ads and SEO. In this webinar, you’ll learn from the Pros on how these two marketing strategies pair together so well and how you can optimize them to benefit one another. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to understand your marketing tactics and make them work for you!

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BMW Keyless Entry and CBS Information

Tomorrow's Technician

In TSB SIB 00 07 02 that was revised June 2024 from BMW on Condition Based Services (CBS) , it had an interesting addition. The original 2009 TSB covered CBS operations and resets. The revised TSB now covers how the Multifunctional Key and Display Key have been integrated into the CBS system. Download the TSB: BMW_TSB_000702 Download You might think that remote keyless entry fobs are one-way devices that only transmit when the customer presses a button or it is near a proximity antenna.

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Checking in on techs and advisors in this issue of CARS

Auto Service World

The latest issue of CARS magazine tries to pull back the curtain on how technicians and service advisors in your shops are feeling and what they’re thinking in their day-to-day activities. The cover feature takes the pulse of those on the front lines as they balance the needs of the customers with the business and how they do their jobs. Technicians and service advisors share their thoughts on this rapidly changing field in a candid manner.

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Volvo Cars’ September Sales of Electrified Models Grew by 43% Y/Y

Brake & Front End

Volvo Cars reported the company’s sales of electrified models, including fully electric and plug-in hybrid models, grew 43% compared to the same period last year and accounted for 48% of all cars sold during September. Fully electric cars made up 24% of all cars sold for the month. Meanwhile, Volvo Cars reported global sales of 62,458 cars in September, up 1% compared to the same period last year.

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Volvo Cars’ September Sales of Electrified Models Grew by 43% Y/Y

Tomorrow's Technician

Volvo Cars reported the company’s sales of electrified models, including fully electric and plug-in hybrid models, grew 43% compared to the same period last year and accounted for 48% of all cars sold during September. Fully electric cars made up 24% of all cars sold for the month. Meanwhile, Volvo Cars reported global sales of 62,458 cars in September, up 1% compared to the same period last year.

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4 Specializations to Consider After Diesel Mechanic Training

CATI

If you’re enrolled in diesel mechanic training at CATI, you’re preparing for an exciting career in a field with abundant opportunities. Many graduates of diesel mechanic courses enter the workforce as general diesel mechanics, while others specialize in specific vehicles, equipment, or systems. Specializing can enhance job satisfaction and lead to unique roles with higher pay and job stability.

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Personnel Roundup: Motiv Electric Trucks, JM Family Enterprises, Motus, & Rand McNally

Automotive Fleet

Check out some of the latest personnel moves from across the commercial fleet industry, including a new president and CEO for one company, a new chief marketing officer for another, and more.

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Tesla Cybertruck Owners Are Trying To Sell Their Used Trucks For More Than The Cost Of A Brand New One

Jalopnik

Tesla’s Cybertruck is selling surprisingly well. It’s outselling other electric pickups like the Ford F-150 Lightning and was also the best-selling vehicle over $100,000 this summer. Given the notoriety and novelty of the truck’s design, some owners think they’re sitting on an art piece that will make them a quick… Read more.

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CEAT, Massey Ferguson partner on AGCO tire fitments for European market

Tire Review Magazine

CEAT Specialty said it is expanding its presence in the European premium market through the integration of its Farmax agricultural tires on AGCO’s Massey Ferguson tractors. Massey Ferguson tractors equipped with CEAT Specialty tires will initially be available in the Massey Ferguson 5700 M series, with plans to extend to other product lines. The first model in the CEAT-Massey Ferguson collaboration is the MF 5711 M 115 HP tractor, now featuring CEAT Farmax R65 tires in sizes 440/65 R28 and

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The Last Fastest Ocean Liner Set To Become The World’s Largest Artificial Reef

Jalopnik

The SS United States was once the fastest ocean liner on the planet, crossing the Atlantic Ocean eastbound in three hours and ten minutes in 1952. The rusting famed vessel will be heading to its final resting place next week, the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico after e fforts to save and restore the SS United States ran… Read more.

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Hamaton releases Q4 2024 TPMS tool update

Tire Review Magazine

The final quarterly update for 2024 for Hamaton and ATEQ TPMS diagnostic tools has been released, with this latest update featuring sensor coverage updates for Hamaton Hybrid 3.5, NFC, and Lite sensors in Europe and Eurasia, and U-Pro sensors in the U.S. and Australia. The Q4 update also includes software updates to improve the UI display on the ATEQ VT Truck 2.0, and adjusts the BLE scan flow on the ATEQ VT67.

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Dually Cybertruck Mod Is Just Heavy Duty Truck Cosplay

Jalopnik

For many, the telltale sign of a heavy-duty truck is a set of dual wheels mounted on the rear axle. Truck customizer Red’s Miami unveiled a unique dually Tesla Cybertruck. While I’m under no impression that Red’s produces shotty work, this project is the off-road equivalent of putting a time machine in a DeLorean. … Read more.

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CEAT, Massey Ferguson partner on AGCO tire fitments for European market

Tire Review Magazine

CEAT Specialty said it is expanding its presence in the European premium market through the integration of its Farmax agricultural tires on AGCO’s Massey Ferguson tractors. Massey Ferguson tractors equipped with CEAT Specialty tires will initially be available in the Massey Ferguson 5700 M series, with plans to extend to other product lines. The first model in the CEAT-Massey Ferguson collaboration is the MF 5711 M 115 HP tractor, now featuring CEAT Farmax R65 tires in sizes 440/65 R28 and

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Rev Up Customer Loyalty: Unlock Business Growth with Advanced Engine Care

Ratchet + Wrench

Ready to boost customer loyalty and drive business growth? Join our webinar on December 12th to learn how advanced motor oil can enhance vehicle performance and keep your customers coming back for me.

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Take a walk around the 2024 AAPEX Show floor with Tire Review

Tire Review Magazine

We had a great time at the AAPEX Show this year, so it wouldn’t be fair to keep everything we saw to ourselves. Come along with us as we explore the floor to see all of the latest products and services from some of the biggest names in the automotive aftermarket being offered up to the tire industry. See the latest from Continental, Bosch, SMP, Motorad, Hot Shot’s Secret, WIX, PRT, Aisin, BCA Bearings and so many more.

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Rev Up Customer Loyalty: Unlock Business Growth with Advanced Engine Care

Vehicle Service Pros

Ready to boost customer loyalty and drive business growth? Join this Motor Age webinar on December 12th to learn how advanced motor oil can enhance vehicle performance and keep your customers coming back for me.

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The key to selling long-lasting tires

Tire Review Magazine

As a tire dealer, you know that recommending the right tire can have a big impact on your customers. Tires are a significant investment, and no one likes replacing them sooner than they have to – that’s where the benefits of long-lasting tread life come in. Let’s talk about the best ways to sell long-lasting tread life tires to your customers and the benefits of doing just that.

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Employee Access Control Checklist

AutoSuccess

With the amount of information moving through your dealership, it’s important to implement the correct access controls to ensure your employees have access to only what they need. If an employee has too much access, it increases risk for a wide-spread cyber incident. Fill out this checklist to see your current risk level. Give yourself one point for each item your dealership currently has set up.

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Hamaton releases Q4 2024 TPMS tool update

Tire Review Magazine

The final quarterly update for 2024 for Hamaton and ATEQ TPMS diagnostic tools has been released, with this latest update featuring sensor coverage updates for Hamaton Hybrid 3.5, NFC, and Lite sensors in Europe and Eurasia, and U-Pro sensors in the U.S. and Australia. The Q4 update also includes software updates to improve the UI display on the ATEQ VT Truck 2.0, and adjusts the BLE scan flow on the ATEQ VT67.

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OCD Tech Unveils Comprehensive Cybersecurity Toolkit for Auto Dealers

AutoSuccess

As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, OCD Tech announced a tailored cybersecurity solution for auto dealerships. Recognizing the increasing digital threats facing the automotive industry, OCD Tech is offering a free, comprehensive cybersecurity toolkit, available throughout the months of October and November. The First Step to Cybersecurity is Awareness The modern dealership relies heavily on digital platforms for sales, customer relations and business operations.

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XTOOL D5S Diagnostic Tool Review

Motor Verso

Nowadays, it’s hard to find an objectively ‘bad’ OBDII diagnostics scanner for your car, as most of them generally do… Read more » The post XTOOL D5S Diagnostic Tool Review appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Understanding EDR Alert Systems: What Do You Do When the Alarm Goes Off?

AutoSuccess

It’s no secret the sophistication and frequency of cyberthreats continue to rise. When a security alarm goes off, it’s not just a heads up for you — it’s a signal to leap into action. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) alert systems serve as cyber sentinels, constantly monitoring and analyzing to protect your data fortress. Think of EDR like a metal detector at the entrance of your building — it alerts you when something suspicious passes through, but it doesn’t stop the threat by itself.

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Take a walk around the 2024 AAPEX Show floor with Tire Review

Tire Review Magazine

We had a great time at the AAPEX Show this year, so it wouldn’t be fair to keep everything we saw to ourselves. Come along with us as we explore the floor to see all of the latest products and services from some of the biggest names in the automotive aftermarket being offered up to the tire industry. See the latest from Continental, Bosch, SMP, Motorad, Hot Shot’s Secret, WIX, PRT, Aisin, BCA Bearings and so many more.

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Space Travel Damages Astronauts At The Cellular Level

Jalopnik

Space, the final frontier, is an environment so inhospitable and vast that it could only be compared to traversing the world’s oceans during the Age of Sail. While sailors struggled to fight scurvy two centuries ago, astronauts today now face the threat of damage at the cellular level. Read more.

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How dealerships leverage sales data to understand their customers & parts business

AutoSuccess

There’s a story about a parts manager who one day noticed a once-reliable customer stopped ordering parts. Confused, the parts manager called to see why. “You stopped ordering,” the parts manager said. “Why didn’t you tell me?” The shop owner replied: “I’ve been telling you for months.” The parts manager returned to his books, spreadsheets, and POs.

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This Lease For A 2024 Fiat 500e At $19 A Month And $0 Down Is Basically A Free Car

Jalopnik

The Fiat 500e is small, electric and starts a little under $35,000. It’s also more spacious than the old 500e and comes with significantly more range. Unfortunately for Fiat, there aren’t a lot of places in the U.S. where its small size is an advantage, so it’s a little surprising that Fiat decided to offer it… Read more.

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Jamroc Towing & Auto Services in Fayetteville is Your Vehicle’s One-Stop Shop

Repair Shop Websites

Jamroc Towing & Auto Services is a full-service preventive maintenance and auto repair center in the Fayetteville, NC area, specializing in Engine & Transmission, AC Repair, Heating and Cooling Services, Electrical Services, Collision Repair Services, Transmission Services, Brakes, Engine Maintenance, Towing & Recovery, and Car & Truck Care since 2020.

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Ambulance Hits Cyclist Then Charges Him $1,800 For Trip To The Hospital

Jalopnik

A cyclist in Oregon was struck by an ambulance last year and the thoughtful rescue service scooped him and took him to the hospital, charging me $2,000 for the trip, of course. Read more.

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Base Ford Bronco Returns With A Starting Price Under $40,000

Jalopnik

Ford updated the Bronco a little bit for 2025, but the really big news is the return of the base trim, which Ford dropped for the 2024 model year. This drops the entry price for the Bronco over $1,635 verses the outgoing model. Read more.

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Too Many Cockroaches To Count Found In Airplane Meal Kitchens

Jalopnik

Unless you travel exclusively on private jets , there’s a good chance that the food you’ve been served on your flights has been pretty awful. The lows to which airline food drops is much worse than some dry chicken or under seasoned potatoes, however; everything from live mice to dead cockroaches have turned up in… Read more.

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Lexus Designed The TX's Weird, Square Cupholders So They Would Fit Stanley Cups

Jalopnik

Cupholders, no matter the vehicle they’re in , are usually round. Bucking that established trend is Lexus’ three-row TX family hauler, which went with strange looking square cup holders that are removable from the center console. Why would Lexus go and willingly create chaos in what’s supposed to be a family vehicle?… Read more.

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F1 Polices Drivers' Language Like They're Children, And For Some Reason, Drivers Don't Like That

Jalopnik

There are some truly awful people on the internet, but if you judge based purely on how annoying they are, it’s hard to do much worse than the Language Police. Whether they’re whining about not being able to take you seriously because you said, “s**t,” or attacking you for daring to use language they don’t want their… Read more.

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Google Patents Tech That Won't Let You Drive If It Decides You're Doing A Bad Job

Jalopnik

Tesla gets more headlines than Waymo, but Google’s robotaxi division is the one to beat in the slog that has become the race to develop self-driving cars. Even Waymo’s prototypes only offer rides in select areas, though, and it’s unlikely they’ll become ubiquitous in the foreseeable future. That hasn’t kept Google… Read more.

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Chicago Will Be The Latest City To Issue Automated Tickets For Blocking Bike And Bus Lanes

Jalopnik

More major cities across the United States have been hopping on the automated ticket issuing system bandwagon that uses cameras mounted to city buses to photograph, identify, and ticket vehicles that block bike and bus lanes. The city of Los Angeles recently spent $11 million on 100 AI bus cameras , and New York City… Read more.

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Here Are All Of The Worst Things Jalopnik Readers Have Done To Their Cars

Jalopnik

We all do dumb things sometimes. It’s okay to admit it. Earlier this week we asked our readers to tell us all about the worst thing they ever did to their car. Some of these responses are downright heartbreaking , so buckle up for a little bit of automotive sadness. If you have your own story that you’d like to tell to… Read more.

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