Auto Service World

MARCH 26, 2024

Canadian millennials are being driven away from car ownership due to high costs The post Inflation’s impact on vehicle ownership appeared first on Auto Service World.

Vehicle 276

Vehicle Car Auto Repair 276

Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 26, 2024

You’ve aced your auto sales training and are ready to hit the floor. Having decided that Electric Vehicles (EVs) are the way to go, you’re opting to specialize in the sales of EVs. Smart decision. Remember that selling EVs is a lot different than selling traditional ICE vehicles. Despite the hype around EVs, quite a few people remain unaware of the EV technology, while others remain distrustful.

Auto Mechanic Training 269

Auto Mechanic Training Electric Vehicles Automotive Electricity 269

Auto Service World

MARCH 26, 2024

CARS reached out to leaders in the automotive repair and service sector of the automotive aftermarket to ask them about their thoughts about the industry over the next 12 months. We wanted to know how things will change this year, … The post <span style=color:#ff0000>CARS Executive Outlook 2024:</span> James Channer appeared first on Auto Service World.

Car 266

Car Automotive Repair Automotive Auto Repair 266

Autoblog: Car News

MARCH 26, 2024

Filed under: Weird Car News , Ford , Car Buying , Wagon , Classics Continue reading Six-pack of identical Ford Pinto Wagons for sale, in case you were looking Six-pack of identical Ford Pinto Wagons for sale, in case you were looking originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:19:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Car 145

Car 145

Auto Service World

MARCH 26, 2024

It’s been 50 years since Lordco Auto Parts first launched and that will be the theme of this year’s annual trade show in Vancouver. “This event promises an unparalleled experience for industry professionals and enthusiasts alike,” the company said in … The post Lordco readies for tradeshow, marks 50 years appeared first on Auto Service World.

Auto Repair 234

Auto Repair 234

Brake & Front End

MARCH 26, 2024

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) , a 501c3 supporting people in the automotive aftermarket industry and their families during the hardest moments of their lives, said it is “thrilled to recognize 2024 as the year the organization celebrates its 65th anniversary, a testament to decades of heartfelt assistance to families within the automotive aftermarket sector.” Originally established in 1959 as AFFTA, AACF owes its inception to the visionary spirit of Don Schl

Automotive 130

Automotive IT 130

Auto Service World

MARCH 26, 2024

In the modern auto industry drivers are looking for more than just the way to move, they want an expression of their personality and their dreams. Porsche is not only a brand for luxury and performance lovers, but also a … The post Your Porsche, Your Way: The Flexibility of Leasing appeared first on Auto Service World.

Auto Repair 229

Auto Repair 229

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

What we have here is a brand-new 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 in Triple Nickel, with a sticker price of $133,131. Yet, despite having just 25 miles on its high-output supercharged Hemi V8, its reserve wasn’t met recently at auction, which actually makes perfect sense. Another day, another dealership blatantly refusing to accept the truth, which is that Demon 170-spec Challengers have come down in price considerably and tr. ( continue reading.

IT 111

IT 111

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 26, 2024

Scania continues to expand its offer regarding battery-electric vehicle trucks by introducing more electric machines, axle configurations and cab alternatives, plus a number of power take-off solutions. Scania’s range is now far beyond the initial levels where only the most common trucks could be specified, the company said. “We are steadily adding more and more customer value and specification choices with our continuous introductions,” says Fredrik Allard, senior vice preside

Trucking 130

Trucking Electricity IT Hydraulics 130

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo went out for a drive in his brand-new Ferrari Daytona SP3, a supercar that he has just added to his already impressive car collection. The $2 million supercar is a bargain for the 38-year-old soccer VIP, who makes a fortune in Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese soccer star was spotted roaming the streets of Lisbon, Portugal, behind the wheel of his super-expensive, super-exclusive Ferrari, right before joining his teammates fo. ( continue reading.

Car 105

Car 105

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 26, 2024

Last month, I purchased a 1982 Chrysler New Yorker for $1,500. The car was previously owned by a technician who was moving to Arizona. It had 67,000 original miles. It would be my “beater with a heater” for this winter. Under the hood is a 318 V8 with a Lean Burn feedback carburetor with a rudimentary engine control module attached to the air cleaner.

Vehicle 130

Vehicle Manufacturing Car Engineering 130

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

Dodge has recently taken the first important step into its future by unveiling the new-gen Charger. The coupe and sedan feature electric and internal combustion power, and they have become the talk of the town, especially since the two-door model is the first and only EV muscle car. An. ( continue reading.

Electricity 105

Electricity Car IT 105

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 26, 2024

TOPDON USA , the nation’s premier provider of cutting-edge technology and advanced tools for auto repair professionals and enthusiasts, announced today the donation of $10,000 cash and $15,000 in products to TechForce Foundation , a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the education, training and career development of aspiring auto technicians.

Education 130

Education Technical Auto Repair Automotive 130

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

What if I told you that you can get your hands on a customized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter camper van for as little as $65K? If you're familiar with this industry and movement, you know that's one hell of a sweet deal. Well, Vanspeed is here to show us how that's possible. Folks, if the name Vanspeed sounds familiar to you, it may be because we've featured their work before.

IT 105

IT 105

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 26, 2024

BBB Industries announced it released its Corporate Sustainability report. It shows BBB’s progress in pursuing and achieving sustainability goals through reducing its environmental footprint and promoting responsible environmental initiatives, the company said. This year, BBB set a goal to decrease its scope 1 and scope 2 emissions by 50 percent before 2027.

Electronics 130

Electronics Manufacturing IT 130

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

Here's a question you likely do not know the answer: which model is quicker between the Toyota GR Corolla compact hot hatch and the new-gen Ford Mustang GT muscle car? The peeps at The Fast Lane Car on YouTube recently answered it with a video showing a good old drag race between the two and then some. The latter part is dedicated to the ( continue reading.

Car 105

Car IT 105

Fender Bender

MARCH 26, 2024

What we see in the news often doesn't impact us. But the recent turmoil has some knock-on effects on the cost to ship parts.

Collision Repair 100

Collision Repair 100

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

Introduced in the fall of ’66 for the 1967 model year, the Chevrolet Camaro never quite managed to upset its archrival, the Ford Mustang, in sales numbers. But that doesn’t mean the pony Chevy was a dull machine. Quite the contrary – and its Trans Am performance from the late sixties (backed by Mark Donohue’s mastery) is solid proof of that.

Management 105

Management Car IT 105

Solera

MARCH 26, 2024

This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Protected: Digital Transformation for Indie Dealers: How to Embrace Digital Technologies appeared first on Solera.

IT 100

IT 100

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

They say desperate times call for desperate measures, and after two difficult years with thousands of cars stolen across the United States, it's probably the right time for Kia owners to advance to the next step in their own fight against the Kia Boys. They've started putting messages on their cars to tell the Kia Boys that their vehicles are fitted with steering wheel locks, hoping the thieves would no longer break their window. ( continue reading.

Car 104

Car Vehicle IT 104

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 26, 2024

The oil filter housings on Chrysler Pentastar 3.6L engines frequently encounter oil leaks in several areas. Engineers at Standard® have assessed these weak points and created a completely assembled Oil Filter Housing Kit that features multiple improvements over the original to prevent leaks. The post Oil Filter Housing Weak Points & Standard® Solutions appeared first on Tomorrows Technician.

Engineering 100

Engineering 100

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

Sometimes, you just need to stop and smell the roses. Stop comparing yourself to other people. Someone will always have a bigger house, a faster car, a nicer bike, or a more impressive bank account. But that doesn't mean that person is automatically happier. A few years ago, one of my friends came to my house and brought me a surprise for my birthday.

Banking 100

Banking Car IT 100

Ratchet + Wrench

MARCH 26, 2024

How to improve your vocabulary to better manage customer expectations.

Management 98

Management 98

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

While most North American carmakers want to reduce the size of their passenger car lineups, Cadillac might do well to expand it. So, perhaps it's time for a reborn Caddy Eldorado land yacht? Last year, Cadillac fared great in terms of sales, and the main assets weren't the CUVs and SUVs as everyone would expect. Instead, the US automaker highlighted. ( continue reading.

Car 98

Car IT 98

AutoSuccess

MARCH 26, 2024

In today’s edition of Dealer Insider, Rita Case , the president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group , sits down with Publisher Susan Givens for an exciting interview. Rita, who was recently named the 2024 Time Dealer of the Year. Rita discusses her early life and how she entered the automotive industry, starting with her work in her father’s dealership and eventually pioneering new franchises with her husband, Rick Case.

Education 98

Education Automotive IT 98

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

Ford has identified an issue affecting a small number of Maverick pickup trucks and Bronco Sport crossovers. More specifically, 225/60 R18 Michelin Primacy all-season tires fitted to 115 vehicles were produced with a hybrid cap ply made of aramid and nylon instead of nylon exclusively. This manufacturing error leads to increased cornering stiffness (by 20 – 30 percent according to ( continue reading.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Vehicle Trucking 98

Ratchet + Wrench

MARCH 26, 2024

ATI Performance Coach, Brian Hunnicutt discusses the various ways you can boost your shop's tire service revenue.

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98

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

Better known as Fiat Ducato, the Ram ProMaster has been hit with a recall. According to FCA US LLC, an estimated 12,375 units of the 2021 to 2022 Ram ProMaster have been equipped with a wiring harness that may have a poor connection. The wiring harness in question is produced by The Shyft Group and bears part number 16518394. This recall isn't related to a part defect. ( continue reading.

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98

Mitchell 1

MARCH 26, 2024

Learn to leverage your shop's customer reviews the right way! It's a common misconception that Google reviews are the only way to improve your shop's ranking on the Google search engine, when in fact that approach will only get you so far. Keep reading to learn the key ingredients that are sure to help launch online success for your auto repair shop business.

Auto Repair Shop 87

Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair Engineering IT 87

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

Most people out there believe that the yachting lifestyle is only accessible to millionaires and billionaires. But what if I told you that for as little as $375K, you could get your hands on a slice of Zima, a near-76-foot machine designed to give you a taste of the good life? That's right, folks, for $375K (€346K at current exchange rates) per person, you and seven other family members or friends can take their first steps. ( continue reading.

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98

RepairPal

MARCH 26, 2024

Making sure your site is optimized for mobile is key to your repair shop marketing success including better user experience, and more! The post Repair Shop Marketing: Why Having a Mobile Optimized Site is Essential appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.

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autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

For the past few years, there's been a growing trend in cycling: gravel biking. Well, this time around, America's own Argonaut is here to show us what they've been doing since 2007. Get ready to meet the GR3. Let's face it; countless bicycles out there just look so much alike. Heck, for some, you won't even feel a difference the moment you hop on one.

Car 98

Car IT 98

Fender Bender

MARCH 26, 2024

The Collision Engineering Program Brings Education and Industry Together in a Collaborative Partnership.

Education 73

Education Engineering 73

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

I could easily blow through $10,000 in sixty minutes by buying Hot Wheels cars online. And I'm sure anyone collecting for more than a few years could do it in half the time. You just have to know what you're looking for. I have seen some pretty impressive Hot Wheels collections over the past few years and shared some of the stories with you, too.

Car 97

Car IT 97

Fender Bender

MARCH 26, 2024

Specialization is more necessary than ever before, and OEM certification may be the key to unlock your shop’s full potential.

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73

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2024

In October 2023 British bike maker Triumph announced it is pulling the plug on the Thruxton model. It marked the end of exactly 60 years of factory-made café racers, and as such it was announced the line would end with a special version of the model. It is called Thruxto. ( continue reading.

IT 97

IT 97

Fender Bender

MARCH 26, 2024

Confront Errors as Opportunities and Track Their Frequency

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