Auto Service World
JANUARY 12, 2024
Electric vehicles are increasing in popularity, and the automotive industry is going through an enormous transformation because of that. Being an auto care business owner or professional, knowledge about what will happen in the future of electric vehicles is crucial. … The post <span style=color:#17d817>EV World:</span> The future of EV charging appeared first on Auto Service World.
AutoShopOwner
JANUARY 12, 2024
In October, Jen L. noticed that the tread on her BMW X5’s tires were pretty low, causing the car to slide every time it rained. When she found out how much four new Bridgestone tires would cost, she couldn’t believe it. “I know tires are expensive, but to spend more than $1,600 seemed outrageous,” Jen said. “So, I started looking for other options.” She found Champtires and was shocked to learn that she could save nearly $1,300 and get like-new Bridgestones for her car.
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Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 12, 2024
CC: If you’ve changed oil on a vehicle in the past 20 years, chances are you’ve been confronted with this, this, or even this, these pans or panels that protect the underside of the engine. We were always told it was for aerodynamics or other things on the vehicle, but the reality of it is it serves two functions. Number one, it cuts down noise from the engine.
Brake & Front End
JANUARY 12, 2024
CC: If you’ve changed oil on a vehicle in the past 20 years, chances are you’ve been confronted with this, this, or even this, these pans or panels that protect the underside of the engine. We were always told it was for aerodynamics or other things on the vehicle, but the reality of it is it serves two functions. Number one, it cuts down noise from the engine.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 12, 2024
Courtesy of Engine Builder You may already be aware that the type of fuel you put into your vehicle can have a significant impact on its performance. By understanding the details of how fuel interacts with the engine, you will be better equipped to make informed decisions about which fuel to choose for your vehicle. For starters, one crucial aspect of fuel that affects engine performance is its octane rating.
Brake & Front End
JANUARY 12, 2024
CC: According to a recent European survey, they looked at modern vehicles and they looked at the emissions from the vehicle and particular particulate emissions. These are tiny chunks of either rubber particulates, carbon deposits from the engine, but these particulates, well, 50% of ’em. Do you know where they came from? Not the tailpipe. It actually came from the tires and the brake pads.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 12, 2024
Article courtesy Brake & Front End. Air ride, active dampening and other ride control technologies probably hit their apex of development in the past 15 years. Many of these vehicles have racked up the miles since then and now need to be repaired. Air ride and active shocks and struts will eventually fail – succumbing to either damage to or dry rot of the air spring.
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Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 12, 2024
The 2024 Global Automotive Consumer Study by Deloitte revealed shifting trends in the automotive sector, highlighting the rise in U.S. consumer interest in internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and a decline in hybrid and battery electric vehicle (BEV) purchase intent. The report showed a 9 percentage point increase in ICE vehicle purchase intent, reaching 67%, while interest in hybrids and BEVs has dropped to 21% and 6%, respectively, the company said.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
Tesla made a big fuss about how the Cybertruck was much better than an internal combustion engine-powered 911 at the delivery event. Elon Musk doubled down by publicly reiterating some wild claims about the pickup truck being better than the iconic sports car. An engineer took it upon himself to prove that the marketing stunt was exaggerated. Here's what he discovered.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 12, 2024
CC: According to a recent European survey, they looked at modern vehicles and they looked at the emissions from the vehicle and particular particulate emissions. These are tiny chunks of either rubber particulates, carbon deposits from the engine, but these particulates, well, 50% of ’em. Do you know where they came from? Not the tailpipe. It actually came from the tires and the brake pads.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
Some say BMW's design team needs to take a chill pill and get back to basics, and we tend to agree with them – up to a point. The new-gen 5 Series isn't as appealing as its predecessor, and the M Division's standalone XM needs a lot more refining. And we haven't even mentioned the oversized grille of certain models. ( continue reading.
AutoSuccess
JANUARY 12, 2024
Between a lack of inventory, increased auction fees and a volatile market, stocking your lot is not for the faint of heart these days. To be successful, you have to move fast. You need to make decisions quickly at auction. You need to inspect trade-ins and decide on an offer that will benefit you without slowing down the sales process. You need to appraise and price vehicles with the most up-to-date information possible in a market that can change quickly.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
The third-generation Corvette, or the C3 as some call it, is one of the most iconic sports cars in American automotive history. Their designs are instantly recognizable throughout the world, and some might argue that by late 60s standards, there weren’t many other cars that could rival the C3 Vette in terms of looks. It’s up there with all the Ferraris and Aston Martins of that era.
Universal Technical Institute
JANUARY 12, 2024
Have you heard of industrial maintenance? This ultimate guide defines it, explains why it’s important and provides examples of what industrial maintenance technicians do.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
Probably the lowest-mileage Ford Mustang Boss 302 (drag race) car in existence, this fabulous unrestored survivor has only 199.8 miles on the clock (321.47 kilometers) and sat 38 years in storage after a few quarter-mile passes. Its story sounds just as great as its open headers and high-performance cam. Ordered and explicitly equipped for 1,320-foot trials, the car never got to live its destiny and is now a priceless piece of Dearborn history. ( continue reading.
Universal Technical Institute
JANUARY 12, 2024
What is a maintenance technician? Learn about a maintenance technician job description, how to become a maintenance technician, salary and more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
There's a big battle raging on between General Motors and Ford as both Detroit automakers claim they are the holders of the best-selling full-size truck title across the US automotive market. General Motors was the incontestable leader in 2023 with deliveries of almost 2.6. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 12, 2024
Porsche’s iconic twenty-year-old V10 screamer supercar Carrera GT has been lying dormant for nearly a year, and owners are starting to get antsy. In April of 2023 Porsche issued a recall affecting 489 examples of the 1300 Carrera GTs built in 2004 and 2005 for potential catastrophic suspension failure. Shortly… Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
Though three decades have passed since it was unveiled, and many have forgotten that it exists, this racecar-derived homologation special remains one of the greatest mid-engine sports cars ever produced. Founded in the 1950s by the great Colin Chapman and his former college cl. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 12, 2024
An arm within the U.S. Department of Transportation called the Federal Highway Administration has declared that joke time is over. New guidance has been issued on interstate traffic-safety messages: “Signs should avoid language that uses pop-culture references or humor.” These DOT punks say the signs can be distracting Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
When it comes to Fords built in the early 1960s, we mostly remember the full-sized Galaxie and Fairlane. Having debuted in 1959 in the then-new compact market, the Falcon also comes to mind. But we rarely think about the Starliner. And that's mainly because the nam. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 12, 2024
It’s hard to name a more talked about and controversial tuner than Liberty Walk. The Japanese company is known for its widebody kits that have been applied to everything from hot hatchbacks to Lamborghini supercars and the Mitsuoka Orochi. Liberty Walk even worked its magic on a Lamborghini Miura replica , and last… Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
Back in 2005, the heavy equipment manufacturer JCB set out to build the world's fastest diesel-powered land speed record vehicle and dubbed it the JCB Dieselmax. With a tuned tractor engine jetting 750hp, 350 mph was achievable with an ex-RAF pilot behind the wheel. This was almost 20 years ago, but as is evident, JCB still has that lunatic energy we need so desperately in our lives.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 12, 2024
There has been a lot of doom and gloom about EV adoption slowing down in the U.S. market lately. Sure, the electric segment hasn’t exploded here like it has in other countries , but just under 1.2 million new EVs were sold in 2023 , and that’s nothing to sneeze at. A record 7.6 percent of all new cars sold in this… Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
Just recently, the American carmakers have presented their full sales tally for 2023, and of course, truck makers came out happier than ever before – especially Ford, GM, and Ram. Of course, some were merrier than others. The Ford Motor Company, for example, not only s. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 12, 2024
The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT concept previewed the coming eighth-generation Charger back in August of 2022 , and the production-ready version is finally ready to make its bow later this year. On Friday, Dodge posted the all-electric next-gen Charger EV to Twitter in its final form before the car actually hits dealer… Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
With the latest battery and energy storage advancements, more and more mobility companies are venturing into the electric two-wheeler realm. Segway first dipped its toes into this segment last year with a powerful electric scooter, and it's now going full steam ahead with two sleek e-bikes called the Xafari and the Xyber. Both new two-wheelers have been introduced this week at CES 2024 and bring some cool technology to the electric. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 12, 2024
Happy Friday! It’s January 12, 2024, and this is The Morning Shift — your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, all in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
If you remember the Lexus SC430, it's probably for one of two reasons. Either your dear-old Grandma had one and maybe even handed it down to you when she got too old to drive. Or, on the other hand, you remember it for being the only car Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James may universally agreed was the worst car on sale at the time. But hey, a bad car is only so until someone rips its guts out and swaps in a 2J.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 12, 2024
As cars have become more technologically advanced, traditional auto shows have become less important. In their place, automakers are largely focusing on events like the Consumer Electronics Show , and this year was no different. Thankfully, people finally realized that non-fungible tokens are stupid , so this year,… Read more.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
When American carmaker Ford announced it was reviving the Bronco nameplate three years ago, everybody knew we were in for perhaps the most capable vehicles of our time. And we were all right, obviously. The Blue Oval initially produced the Bronco ( continue reading.
Mechanics Direct
JANUARY 12, 2024
In the realm of automotive performance, few things can be more frustrating than encountering gear-shifting issues with your Toyota. The smooth operation of gears is essential for a seamless driving experience. If you find yourself grappling with your Toyota’s gear transitions , fear not; we will guide you through the intricacies of dealing with gear-shifting problems.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
Introduced in 1963 and discontinued in 1967, the second-generation Chevrolet Corvette is arguably the shortest iteration of the nameplate. But despite its short time in dealerships, it spawned some of the most iconic and desirable models. The 1963 Z06 is one of them. Yup, even tho. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 12, 2024
Liberty Tire Recycling said Andrew Meurer joined the company as president and chief commercial officer. Meurer joined Liberty after more than 12 years at Michelin , most recently as vice president of sales for the North American passenger tire division. Prior to Michelin, Meurer spent decades at Procter and Gamble (P&G) and Kimberly-Clark. Liberty said Meurer will spearhead its efforts to collaborate with tire manufacturers and tire retailers to expand existing and design new sustainable end
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
Chevrolet Impala was born in 1958 out of GM's ambitious to regain the number one spot in the United States after years of total Ford domination. The Impala revamped Chevy's full-size sales, joining the battle as the top-of-the-line Bel Air and being offered as hardtop and convertible. It didn’t take long for the American carmaker to understand the potential of its new superstar.
RepairSmith
JANUARY 12, 2024
Here in the Pacific Northwest, our vehicles encounter a wide range of environments and weather conditions. From wet streets, to muddy backroads, and even black ice during the winter, the roads here offer a constant challenge for our vehicles, and the tires in particular. By rotating your tires, you can help keep your car operating at its best , and extend the life of your tires.
autoevolution
JANUARY 12, 2024
Most camper vans I've covered here on autoevolution are new or fairly new. Today, I wanted to do things a bit differently and check a camper based on an older vehicle. And it's not just any run-of-the-mill van but an iconic one. Meet Riley and his 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro transformed into a tiny home on wheels. People typically prefer newer vehicles for better reliability and more modern features.
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