Danny’s Engineportal
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Danny's Engineportal Spark plug health, on today’s engines is very important, and if ignored, can cause serious problems. So, it stands to reason that, weak or bad spark plugs, are a big causeof concern. Spark plug health [.
Brake & Front End
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The Model S Smart Air Suspension was an option in 2014, and it became standard for all Model S trims from 2017 to mid-2019. The four-corner system is similar to those found on European cars and trucks. The system uses an air compressor, reservoir and valve block that are all mounted in the trunk. The 2014 and 2015 Model S suspensions use a system made by Continental.
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AutoSuccess
DECEMBER 30, 2024
New car dealerships are constantly seeking effective strategies to enhance customer retention and boost sales. A pivotal yet often neglected approach is implementing effective sales-to-service handoffs. This tactic involves formalizing new car buyers introductions to the service department during their vehicle purchases, setting the stage for ongoing engagement and fostering enduring customer loyalty.
Tire Review Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Suspension damage and tire wear are challenging for customers to predict or explain when they bring their vehicles in for service. They may report normal driving but still experience symptoms of damaged suspension components, such as accelerated tire wear. The Hidden Hazards of “Normal Driving” Your customers likely drive normally but often overlook potholes, curbs, or railroad crossings they encounter daily.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Everyone who has ever picked up an electric drill has wondered if it would be possible to use one to drive a car. Wait, you havent wondered that ? Well I guess its just me and the Garage 54 hooligans. What if you had 50 drills? It makes sense for EVs to be powered by multiple electric motors , but what if each of Read more.
DRIVE
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The night sky over Honolulu was pierced by the glow of roaring flames, turning the calm evening of December 3rd, 2024 into a scene of heartbreak as a devastating fire tore through Starkey’s Auto Repair in Honolulu, HI. Inside the shop, years of hard work, tools and equipment melted away in the heat. By morning, the once-thriving repair shop was unrecognizable.
Tire Review Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Nokian Tyres and renewable energy provider Enery signed a long-term contract for their zero CO2 tire factory in Oradea, Romania. This agreement supports Nokian Tyres’ new passenger car tire factory, starting in 2025, and includes renewable energy initiatives. Enery will construct a new solar power plant in southern Romania as part of the partnership.
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Tire Review Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Nokian Tyres and renewable energy provider Enery signed a long-term contract for their zero CO2 tire factory in Oradea, Romania. This agreement supports Nokian Tyres’ new passenger car tire factory, starting in 2025, and includes renewable energy initiatives. Enery will construct a new solar power plant in southern Romania as part of the partnership.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
If theres one problem people have headed into 2025, its that theyve just got too much money. Its piling up in various rooms and spilling out into the streets, but dont worry, your pals here at Jalopnik have just the solution: A 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV coupe thats currently listed for sale on Cars & Bids. Sure, you Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Suspension damage and tire wear are challenging for customers to predict or explain when they bring their vehicles in for service. They may report normal driving but still experience symptoms of damaged suspension components, such as accelerated tire wear. The Hidden Hazards of “Normal Driving” Your customers likely drive normally but often overlook potholes, curbs, or railroad crossings they encounter daily.
Automotive Fleet
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The comeback year revealed the priorities of vehicle remarketers, at least according to where their eyeballs took them online.
Tire Review Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Trelleborg added over 15 new sizes to its TM1000 ProgressiveTraction PFO tires range, incorporating advanced PFO technology. Advancing Field Performance with TM1000 ProgressiveTraction PFO Tires This innovation boosts field performance by increasing load capacity at very low working speeds of 3-9 mph. PFO technology allows the tires to handle high torque and heavy loads efficiently in demanding operations.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Its not a secret that KTM is in deep financial trouble. The Austrian motorcycle manufacturer is nearly $3 billion in debt and entered self-administration in late November. KTM is reportedly planning to shut down its entire MotoGP division in 2026. This would include its four-bike top-class effort along with its Moto2 Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Trelleborg added over 15 new sizes to its TM1000 ProgressiveTraction PFO tires range, incorporating advanced PFO technology. Advancing Field Performance with TM1000 ProgressiveTraction PFO Tires This innovation boosts field performance by increasing load capacity at very low working speeds of 3-9 mph. PFO technology allows the tires to handle high torque and heavy loads efficiently in demanding operations.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Welcome to the last week of 2024. How was your year? I cant hear whatever youre saying out loud to your computer, but either way the year is coming to a close its time to get planning for your 2025 adventures. Last week, we asked for your 2025 automotive resolutions , and today were parsing through your Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
When it comes to kitAWD, seven seats, an efficient diesel enginetodays Nice Price or No Dice R350 has got it going on. Lets find out if its price tag ensures those goods will soon be going to a good home. Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The sun is about to rise on a new year. While its the perfect opportunity to look ahead to shiny new cars and fun projects, we should also take a moment to reflect on the things that we are glad to be leaving behind in 2024. There are projects housed in countless garages that are going nowhere for one reason or Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
When I first walked up to the 2024 Bentley Flying Spur Edition 8 Id be driving around Southern California in a parking garage below LAX , I was a bit disappointed. Usually, when I head out to LA, I do my best to get fun, sporty cars for my stay to take advantage of the wonderful roads we dont get back in New York City Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
When you think of a Hellcat swap , what do you picture? Probably someone pulling the engine out of a car and replacing it with a V8 out of a Hellcat , right? Well, what if there was a far more complicated way to swap a car ? What if you could just lay the body of another car atop a full Hellcat chassis, would that be Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Discovering a barn find is a car enthusiasts dream. Its an opportunity to be an automotive Indiana Jones, except the museum that car belongs in is your garage. A 1989 Nissan 240SX got a new lease on life earlier this month after getting parked in a barn in 1996 or 1998 and not touched since. The coupes lengthy Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Things arent going so great at Volkswagen right now, and while the latest scandal likely wont rise to the level of the diesel emissions scandal , a security lapse by VWs in-house software developer Cariad did expose the locations of about 800,000 electric vehicles to hackers. The app owners used to access many of Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
A Brightline train hit a fire truck in Delray Beach, Florida on Saturday morning, sending 15 people to the hospital, including three firefighters and 12 passengers. Thankfully, while the crash was serious, most of the injuries sustained from it were minor, and no one has died , BocaNewsNow reports. Three people were, Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Well, theyve gone and done it. A company in Florida got last-minute approval last week from Bidens Environmental Protection Agency to build a practice road using radioactive materials. It seems like such an obviously bad idea, but a bad idea never stopped the government. Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Happy Monday! Its December 30, 2024, and this is The Morning Shift , your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. Read more.
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