Auto Service World
JULY 30, 2024
Jake Fehr of Winkler, Manitoba, has been named the 2024 Auto Value Technician of the Year during a celebration of automotive expertise and dedication. Fehr is a technician at Chad’s Auto Repair, an Auto Value Certified Service Center and customer … The post Manitoba tech named Auto Value’s top Canadian technician appeared first on Auto Service World.
Brake & Front End
JULY 30, 2024
Last month, I was monitoring a message board for parts professionals when a post came across that CDK was down. Soon, many more users started to chime in CDK was also down for them. Over the next seven days, the board chronicled the outage. I had no idea what CDK was until I made the connection that most of the parts pros complaining were at new car dealerships.CDK Global is a company that makes software to run new car dealerships called a DMS.
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Auto Service World
JULY 30, 2024
It’s up to automotive aftermarket professionals to ensure customers receive accurate maintenance advice, preventing costly vehicle failures The post Aftermarket’s role when dealer, manufacturer give conflicting info appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
JULY 30, 2024
There have been two incidents recently that made me wonder whether I was drivng on the streets of Ohio, or if I was an unwilling participant in a Hollywood movie car chase. In the first, I was heading north on I-77 near the Hall of Fame City, Canton, OH, when we were passed by a late ‘80s Ford Aerostar doing at least 110 mph (sorry – no questions: how it achieved that speed and how I calculated it will not be addressed in this forum).
Automotive Training Centre
JULY 30, 2024
Thermal management is a crucial aspect of modern automotive engineering, ensuring vehicles operate efficiently and reliably under various conditions. For automotive school students, gaining a comprehensive understanding of thermal management systems is essential. This blog post delves into thermal management’s components, functions, and significance in vehicles, providing valuable insights for those undergoing automotive training.
Tomorrow's Technician
JULY 30, 2024
Last month, I was monitoring a message board for parts professionals when a post came across that CDK was down. Soon, many more users started to chime in CDK was also down for them. Over the next seven days, the board chronicled the outage. I had no idea what CDK was until I made the connection that most of the parts pros complaining were at new car dealerships.CDK Global is a company that makes software to run new car dealerships called a DMS.
Auto Service World
JULY 30, 2024
The Nissan Leaf, one of the earliest modern-day electric vehicles released, is also the most collision-prone EV on the market. A recent analysis highlighted which EVs are most likely to be involved in accidents — the Leaf lead the list. … The post EVs that are most commonly in collisions appeared first on Auto Service World.
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autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
Most classic cars that spend decades in storage usually emerge with all sorts of issues that can be expensive to fix. Rusty body panels, stuck engines, and missing key components are the regular culprits. Well, this 1969 Dodge Super Bee proves that long-term storage doesn't necessarily have to be associated with major pr. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
JULY 30, 2024
Joe Keene, automotive content video producer at Babcox Media, discusses the procedure for calibrating the front-facing camera of a 2022 Genesis G70 that had its windshield replaced. This video is sponsored by Hunter Engineering Co. The post Genesis/Hyundai/KIA Front-Facing Camera Calibration appeared first on Tomorrows Technician.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
If you want to take your furry friend on an off-road, off-grid adventure, I have just the right rig. Today, I'm reviewing a well-equipped, pet-friendly camper van that's as adventurous as it is comfortable. This is a custom project made by Erik Lokken. After he built a camper van for himself and his partner, Erik launched Narrow Road Van Conversions, a Saint Paul, Minnesota-based specializing in "customiz. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
JULY 30, 2024
Mayhew Steel Products, Inc. (Mayhew Tools) has introduced three new socket bit sets. Sets include a 36-piece TORX Master socket bit set, a 26-piece Metric Hex Master socket bit set and an 18-piece Triple Square Master socket bit set. These new sets are each comprised of a variety of both long and short bits, all packaged in a custom cut foam tray that securely stores each tool and clearly displays each tool size.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
I love to indulge in funky urban machines, and this time around, I've stumbled across a machine that could very well be the future of urban mobility. Hold on to your helmets for this one, folks. Ladies and gents, and lovers of anything with wheels, be they two, four, or three, like this here Terraglide. What is the Terraglide? It's an electric trike that's been brewing for over a decade now.
Auto Remarketing
JULY 30, 2024
Perhaps it’s jumping to conclusions, but the only segment in Black Book’s tracking to squeeze out a wholesale value uptick last week might relate to vehicles in position to solve one of the pressing current challenges to get cars financed and retailed. Cox Automotive chief economist Jonathan Smoke said last week that “retail vehicle demand remains resilient but clearly constrained by affordability.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
SpaceX's stated goal is to make life multi-planetary. No matter how you feel about this, your opinion on the man who leads it, and how far from realizing this goal the company is, it is what these guys are gunning for. And they do it in spectacular fashion using a piece of technology the entire world has got to know as the Starship. That's a general name ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
JULY 30, 2024
According to a quarterly market analysis by Work Truck Solutions, the on-lot inventory of commercial vehicles continues to rise while used inventory stabilizes.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
The Australian bike-modding gurus at Black Cycles have made a name for themselves far and wide, with frontman Noel Muller leading the charge. At their shop over in Brisbane, creativity knows no bounds and riders’ dream machines become reality, a process which we’ve analyzed many times before. The project shown above was commissioned by a guy named Simon and pieced together back in 2022.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 30, 2024
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has released its 2023 report on corporate responsibility performance. The report details the company’s progress towards its short and long-term sustainability goals. Mark Stewart, CEO and president of Goodyear, said the company’s report shows how Goodyear employees worldwide are exploring new innovations and materials, implementing new strategies and giving back to their communities.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
In the early sixties, Chrysler transitioned from the Virgil Exner styling cues to a more composead design language. Still, that change of heart wasn’t easy. I’ll drop two names: Dart and Lancer. Dodge designers must have found some really non-mainstream sources of inspiration some six decades - and some change - ago to come up with a car that’s so ugly it's super-cool.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 30, 2024
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has released its 2023 report on corporate responsibility performance. The report details the company’s progress towards its short and long-term sustainability goals. Mark Stewart, CEO and president of Goodyear, said the company’s report shows how Goodyear employees worldwide are exploring new innovations and materials, implementing new strategies and giving back to their communities.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
Introduced during the 1968 model year, the Ford Mustang Cobra Jet became one of the nameplate's most iconic iterations. It's not the rarest, though, with 1,044 units built in 1968 and 14,663 produced in 1969. The first-year run, however, included a very limited run of so-called Lightweight cars. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 30, 2024
Duplicate IDs? This is a common question we get on our tech support line as well as when we are out in the field visiting shops and training technicians. In this article, I will explain what it means when you get duplicates, how they occur, and most importantly, how to correct them. A duplicate ID simply means that your TPMS tool has scanned the same sensor ID number in more than one wheel position on the car.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
The yearly production numbers might paint a terrible picture for Corvette fans when documenting the 1970 model year, but the main reason for this Chevrolet model to sell only 17,316 had nothing to do with its customer appeal. The UAW strike caused the production to start later than planned, and the Corvette wasn't the only model eventually impacted.
Automotive Fleet
JULY 30, 2024
A ValuePenguin study evaluates the correlation between the number of older drivers on U.S. roadways and the rate of fatal crashes among drivers ages 65 and up.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
Sure, cars are amazing, but it seems like some of the largest vehicular moves are happening in the agricultural industry. Take Monarch Tractor's most recent piece of news, "the largest-ever fundraise in agricultural robotics," and it's all for the MK-V and its ecosystem. Ladies and gents and fellow farm owners, before us lies the MK-V, a fully electric, driver-optional smart tractor that's meant to revolut. ( continue reading.
Danny’s Engineportal
JULY 30, 2024
Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Automotive Engine Problems Today, being an automotive mechanic, means a lot more than just changing oil and replacing belts. So, there are a lot of difficult situations that automotive mechanics face, on a day to day basis. For [.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
It's official: Lamborghini's brand new supercar that replaces the Huracan, which is believed to be christened the Temerario, will debut in a little over two weeks from today. Lamborghini made the official announcement in the press release announcing the ( continue reading.
Bolt on Technology
JULY 30, 2024
Let's be honest—the auto repair industry doesn't always have the best reputation. For many consumers, taking their vehicle in for service conjures up fears of being ripped off, misleading advice, or shoddy workmanship. As a shop owner, overcoming these ingrained negative perceptions can feel like an uphill battle. But it's not an impossible one to win.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
If you think you have seen it all in terms of towing, wait, there is more! A Ford Super Duty tow truck was seen pushing and pulling two Cadillac sedans at the same time without breaking a sweat while doing 65 mph on the highway! Someone passing by the strange trio on the highway caught everything on video. The footage uploaded to YouTube shows the Ford Super Duty<. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 30, 2024
Legendary German car seat manufacturer Recaro Automotive has filed for bankruptcy, been deemed insolvent, and was approved for self-administration by its local district court, Autocar reports. The automotive seat manufacturing arm of Recaro (the airplane seats , child safety seats, and gaming seats businesses remain… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
The Camaro looked more ferocious in 1969 thanks to new body panels, but the car barely changed from a mechanical perspective from the previous iterations, However, customers liked the new look, and many people enjoyed the Camaro's performance appetite, which perfectly aligned with versions focused on delivering more oomph. The Z/28 accounted for over 20K units sold this year, while the Camaro RS and the SS sold 37K and 34K units, re. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 30, 2024
I have broken my fair share of windshields. I’ve cracked them in the process of removing them from cars, I’ve cracked them tripping and falling, and I’ve even cracked them from inside by moving a seat forward with too much gusto. But I’ve never walked up the face of a five-foot pane of glass believing it would hold my… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
I have spent much time racing in Gran Turismo 7 this month. I don't know how long it will take me to buy all the cars or finish the game, but I'm enjoying the process. I have made it a habit to race in the weekly challenges and online time trials as soon as they come out, and I can find the time to try them out. It's just as nice to test Polyphony Digital's new updates and tune cars for more speed.
Jalopnik
JULY 30, 2024
A while back we shared our Unbreakable Rules of Air Travel , and while there certainly was some disagreement down in the comments, it proved popular enough that we thought we’d try again. This time around, though, we’re going with the Unbreakable Rules of Driving. Could most of them be summed up with a simple, “Just be… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
Only three examples of this epic yet forgotten muscle car legend were built, and neither was initially sold to private customers. Oldsmobile, the American carmaker that ceased operations in 2004 after 107 years of glory, is remembered for building upscale land yachts, which were typ. ( continue reading.
RepairSmith
JULY 30, 2024
By ignoring your car’s overheated and noisy engine , you’re disregarding the warning bells your failing tensioner pulley is ringing. And if you think it’s expensive to replace , it’s not. Let’s check out the tensioner pulley replacement cost and some signs to identify a faulty one. We’ll also help you understand why a replacement will be worth your money.
autoevolution
JULY 30, 2024
Volvo continues its path toward full electrification, and one model that is in line for complete zero-emission replacement is the S90. The company's business sedan (and V90 wagon) is reportedly around a year or so away, and to highlight its electric nature, it will supposedly be named the ES90. Recent infor. ( continue reading.
Driver's Edge
JULY 30, 2024
Help Your Vehicle Achieve Its Best Fuel Economy at Driver’s Edge Schedule An Appointment An oil change is one of the most important maintenance services you can perform on your vehicle. If performed routinely, this vital service is known to promote engine longevity, reliability and improves your vehicle’s performance. Did you know that oil changes also play a large role in your vehicle's fuel economy?
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