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Price tag continues to hold back potential EV buyers

Auto Service World

Financial barriers continue to play a crucial role in Canadians’ hesitation towards electric vehicle adoption, according to a recent study. The latest findings from the Car Ownership Index by Turo found that one in three (29 per cent) of Canadian … The post Price tag continues to hold back potential EV buyers appeared first on Auto Service World.

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In Automotive Training? Explore Honda and Nissan’s New Deal

Automotive Training Centre

As the automotive landscape shifts dramatically towards electrification, two of Japan’s automotive giants, Honda and Nissan, have made headlines with a groundbreaking new deal in automotive training. This strategic partnership, focusing on vehicle electrification and intelligent mobility, promises to reshape the future of electric vehicles on a global scale.

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New program aims to better educate women about auto repair

Auto Service World

A new membership-based platform is looking to change the way women interact with automotive repair services. AutoCate, founded by Stefanie Bruinsma, a University of Waterloo mechanical engineering graduate and mechanic, connects car owners with trusted auto repair experts and educators, … The post New program aims to better educate women about auto repair appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Ford 3.5L EcoBoost Turbocharger Oil Leaks

Tomorrow's Technician

For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak. Ford has evaluated turbochargers replaced for oil leak symptoms and although oil may collect on the external surface of a turbocharger, it is extremely rare for a turbocharger assembly to be the root cause of the oil leak. Ford has revised the service information for the inspection and pinpoint tests of the turbocharger and oil lines.

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Automotive Bearings: A Simple Guide

Auto Service World

Automotive bearings are an essential component in the functioning of nearly every type of vehicle. They are critical because they help reduce friction between moving parts in your car, contributing to smoother and more efficient operation. This article will explain … The post Automotive Bearings: A Simple Guide appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Navistar Surpasses 100 Authorized EV Dealers

Tomorrow's Technician

More than 100 Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) dealer locations are ready to guide fleets through their electric vehicle (EV) journey, according to the carmaker. With more than 100 EV authorized dealers and many more in process, Navistar said it will have more than 30% of its dealer locations ready to support the sale and service of both International and IC Bus EVs.

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What Should You Do If a Car Accident Occurs During a Road Trip?

Auto Service World

A car accident on a road trip can quickly derail all of your plans. However, by staying calm and reacting proactively in the aftermath of the crash, you can make the best of a bad situation. In this article, we … The post What Should You Do If a Car Accident Occurs During a Road Trip? appeared first on Auto Service World.

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CARS Executive Outlook 2024: Ronald Tremblay

Auto Service World

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> Ronald Tremblay appeared first on Auto Service World.

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What Constitutes A Quality Wheel Hub Assembly?

Tomorrow's Technician

In today’s professional shop environment, you’re often the bridge between the shop owner, the technician and the customer. You need to field questions about what’s right for a wide range of applications – today, I’ll help answer some questions about what to look for in a quality wheel hub assembly. What wheel bearings do hasn’t really changed over the history of the automobile.

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What Constitutes A Quality Wheel Hub Assembly?

Brake & Front End

In today’s professional shop environment, you’re often the bridge between the shop owner, the technician and the customer. You need to field questions about what’s right for a wide range of applications – today, I’ll help answer some questions about what to look for in a quality wheel hub assembly. What wheel bearings do hasn’t really changed over the history of the automobile.

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1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Looks Like a $500K Holy-Grail, but There's a Catch

autoevolution

The golden muscle car era spawned a long list of powerful machines, some with more than 400 horsepower on tap. Chrysler had several 400+ horsepower nameplates in showrooms thanks to the 426-cubic-inch (7.0-liter) HEMI V8, rated at 425 horsepower. The L72 in the Chevy Camaro also delivered 425 horses, while the all-aluminum Z. ( continue reading.

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WEX Rolls Out EV Fleet Management Solutions

Automotive Fleet

WEX EV At-Home automates reporting and reimbursement for at-home charging, and WEX En Route is a payment system for public EV charging.

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Real K-Code Super Sport: 1972 Chevy Nova SS Emerges With Sequoia Green Paint, Still Runs

autoevolution

Leaving aside all the other changes that made their way to the 1972 Nova, one of the most notable achievements this year was the popularity of the V8 engine lineup. The Nova launched in 1962 with four- and six-cylinder engines exclusively, but customers rapidly expressed the need for more powerful units. Aftermarket V8 upgrades were common, so Chevrolet brought the fir. ( continue reading.

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Why Time Management Skills Are the Key to Success After Dispatch Training

CATI

Dispatchers play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of transport services in the bustling world of logistics and transportation. For this reason, dispatchers and dispatch training must maximize their efficiency. At CATI School, we recognize dispatchers’ unique challenges and emphasize the importance of time management skills in our dispatch training programs.

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Florida Man Refuses To Sell 1970 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am for $72,500, Rebuilt V8 Stuns

autoevolution

The design of the second-generation Pontiac Firebird is a tale of two eras. It still features some traditional “Coke bottle” styling cues from the 60s, despite the general design being more swoopy, as some put it. It even has a few angular elements that you would have never envisioned on the original model. People tend to forget, but cars like this one were born during an era defined by power struggles and shifting des. ( continue reading.

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Elon Musk Apologizes For Underpaying Laid-Off Workers But Still Demands His Own $56 Billion Pay Day

Jalopnik

Good morning! It’s Thursday, April 18, 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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2025 Mercury Cougar Arrives in Fantasy Land As New Electric Muscle Car

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Mercury's a brand we haven't heard anything about since its death thirteen years ago. Nonetheless, while this company may sit six feet under the ground, its rides live on and keep attracting enthusiasts of all ages. One model that still keeps petrolheads up at night is the C. ( continue reading.

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EVs Are Still Too Expensive For Buyers, Despite Huge Discounts

Jalopnik

Electric vehicles are seeing huge discounts right now , but those new lower prices are still not enough to get folks to, y’know, buy them. Now, an ever-more-bloated EV inventory is pushing automakers and dealers to slash prices even further. Five-figure price discounts are no longer out of the question. Read more.

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1970 Dodge Challenger Has It All: All-Original, R/T Goodies, Rare Engine

autoevolution

Introduced for the 1970 model year, the Dodge Challenger was an instant hit and moved nearly 77,000 units in the US, outselling its E-body sibling, the Plymouth Barracuda, by more than 25,000 examples. It was the nameplate's best year, which makes the 1970 version a rather common classic. But whil. ( continue reading.

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Cloud-Making Aircraft Probably Didn’t Cause Dubai’s Record Flooding

Jalopnik

Scientists are developing all kinds of wild tech to try and change our climate, including carbon capture machines to suck CO2 out of the atmosphere and special chemicals that can create rain clouds in places susceptible to drought. Now, those very creations are being blamed for record-breaking flooding in the Middle… Read more.

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1969 Buick GS 400 Stage 1: The Street Slayer That Packed Far More Muscle Than Advertised

autoevolution

With rather subdued looks and a purposefully underrated output rating, the GS 400 Stage 1 was a brute in a suit that many enthusiasts slept on in 1969. In 1936, Buick's long-time upscale division infused some excitement into its lineup by stuffing its most powerful V8 into an intermediate model. The resulting model, officially dubbed ( continue reading.

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Make This Street-Legal Ferrari Race Car Your New Daily Driver And Be As Cool As You Are Uncomfortable

Jalopnik

There is an old French adage that goes “one must suffer to be beautiful.” I don’t know much about that, but I would posit that one certainly must suffer to be truly cool. Everything in this world worth experiencing has a bit of a hard edge to it, a thing you have to give up to get it. That’s how cool is built. And if… Read more.

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Tesla Changes Sales Strategy With Captive Leasing and 0% Financing Instead of Price Cuts

autoevolution

Tesla is overhauling its operations, affecting everything from the employees to the company's strategy. On Tuesday, Tesla removed all inventory discounts in the US, signaling the end of the price cut era. On Wednesday, Tesla announced new financing options in the US and Europe as it tries to fight sluggish de. ( continue reading.

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You Won't Recognize The 2025 Toyota Camry’s Sporty Aspirations

Jalopnik

When I told folks I was set to review the 2025 Toyota Camry , the response was pretty much standard across the board: “Good luck.” Good luck finding something interesting to say. Good luck remembering the finer points of the drive. Good luck enjoying yourself. Well, sorry to all the haters and losers, but the 2025… Read more.

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650-HP Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2LZ With Less Than 7,000 Miles is Pure Eye-Candy

autoevolution

After just one turn of the key, as they used to call it back in my day, it's almost impossible not to be instantly hooked by the V8 cylindrical orchestra from a Chevy Corvette Z06. Not to mention the childlike joy you get after revving it up. For some, it's like falling in love for the first time all over again. Time ceases to exist around you, and everything else goes by in slow motion while the experience enraptures you.

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2025 Subaru Legacy Adds Equipment to Limited Trim Level

Automotive Fleet

For the 2025 model year, the Legacy Limited adds a moonroof, a distraction mitigation system, a multimedia navigation system, and a heated steering wheel.

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Oruga Unitrack Is an Unconventional Single-Tracked Electric Motorcycle for Off-Road Use

autoevolution

The world of three-wheelers is about to get so much more exciting with the addition of a rugged off-road mobility solution developed by a Latvian startup called Oruga SIA. The mobility tech company has just introduced the Oruga Unitrack, a unique electric single-track all-terrain motorcycle, at the TechChill 2024 event that is currently taking place in Riga, Latvia.

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Personnel Roundup: Cox Automotive, Guidepoint Systems, IntelliShift, & Merchants Fleet

Automotive Fleet

Check out some of the latest personnel moves from across the commercial fleet industry, including a new chief experience officer for one company, and a new senior VP of sales from another.

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Toyota Land Cruiser '250' Is Much Cheaper at Home Than America, Even the Special Editions

autoevolution

The Japanese automaker's American division was quicker to release the returning 2024 Land Cruiser into the wild, but other markets are now following its lead, with Japan at the forefront. Toyota has a spectacular quartet of mid-size off-road offerings for the very i. ( continue reading.

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Ford Wants To Remind You Of All The Times The Mustang Had A Good Livery By Giving It A Bad Livery

Jalopnik

When was the last time you saw a truly good racing livery ? Think about it for a minute. A great stand-alone livery that will be looked back on as iconic in fifty years time , one that isn’t a throwback or homage, one that isn’t just a mishmash of black, white, and red —that’s a true rarity these days. I will say that i… Read more.

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This 1964 Studebaker Wagonaire Is a Rare Hauler With an Even Rarer Feature

autoevolution

Although it emerged from WW2 in strong financial shape, Studebaker was losing money by the early 1950s due to the sales war between Ford and General Motors. The company merged with Packard in 1954, but it wasn't enough to get things back on track. By 1956, the Studebaker-Packard Corporation was nearly bankrupt. ( continue reading.

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Unidentified Submerged Objects Are What We Should Really Worry About

Jalopnik

Officially, the U.S. government has no proof that sightings of unidentified aerial phenomena are the result of alien activity. Apparently, though, the definitely-probably-not-aliens have been observed operating unidentified submerged objects in our oceans, Fox News reports. They fly, too, but when they want, they… Read more.

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Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg Has Non-US Flag on His Megayacht to "Dodge Taxes"

autoevolution

Mark Zuckerberg, the billionaire founder of Facebook (now Meta), is also a superyacht owner now. He didn't start small, either: his first purchase was of a pair of imposing vessels with a combined price tag of $330 million. Can you blame the guy for wanting to cheat the taxman a bit if possible? Late last year, rumors started making the rounds that Zuckerberg was in the Netherlands, visiting the Feadship shipyard to potentially discu. ( continue reading.

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Toyota's Fifth-Generation Hybrid System Finally Made The Camry Fun To Drive

Jalopnik

The Toyota Camry has always been a lot of good things — reliable, efficient, comfortable — but it’s never exactly been thrilling to drive. That has changed with the introduction of the ninth-generation Camry. For 2025, Toyota’s trusty midsize sedan has been pared down to just one powertrain option , a 2.5-liter… Read more.

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Jeep Wrangler Mud-Wrestles and Drags Defender, Grenadier, Teaches Europeans Dirty Tricks

autoevolution

As far as off-roading goes, we can trace its roots to the first years of World War II, when the Willys MB became the workhorse of the U.S. Military. ‘The little vehicle that could’ became synonymous with versatility, ruggedness, and all-terrain capability – three attributes that became a mantra for all its descendants. The Willys MB respawned as the ‘jeep’ (common noun. ( continue reading.

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Lee Iacocca Celebrated The Mustang's 45th Anniversary With A Custom-Bodied Limited Edition

Jalopnik

This week Ford celebrated the 60th anniversary of its iconic Mustang , another big milestone for the brand’s pony car. While this 60th anniversary has brought a new special edition and some other fun announcements, 15 years ago the Mustang’s 45th birthday was celebrated in a very special way. Read more.

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Lucid Air Sapphire Hits 60 mph in 1.77 Seconds in Preparation for an Epic Drag Race

autoevolution

There are drag races, and there are DRAG RACES!!! One means racing 300-hp sedans down the quarter-mile, which isn't half bad if you're looking for an upgrade for your daily driver. At the same time, the other type of racing implies taking a 1,234-hp fully electric supercar and pitting it against a Tesla Model S Plaid and a Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170.