Auto Service World
JUNE 28, 2024
Canadians are hitting the road in record numbers with zero-emission vehicles. According to Statistics Canada, the first quarter saw a 53 per cent year-over-year surge in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) registrations. In the first quarter, 46,744 new ZEVs were registered, representing … The post Canada sees ZEV surge in Q1 appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
JUNE 28, 2024
Maintaining a vintage car is a labour of love. It often requires a unique blend of patience, knowledge, and skill. For auto detailing training students, understanding the nuances of vintage car maintenance is crucial. This guide provides essential tips and techniques to ensure these classic beauties remain pristine. Understanding Vintage Cars in Auto Detailing Training Vintage cars, generally manufactured between 1919 and 1930, possess distinct characteristics and materials that differ significa
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Auto Service World
JUNE 28, 2024
New relationships needed around the world will mean a greater need for aftermarket leaders with the ability to tackle global complexities The post Why China will always be a key partner despite tensions appeared first on Auto Service World.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Let's say you own an electric car - maybe you do - and are now heading to work to do the day's bidding. However, there's a bit of an issue: you rarely catch a spot at the old electric pump and you're already at 35% capacity as you forgot to recharge the night before. What to do? Honestly, I know quite a few EV drivers who have found themselves in a situation similar to this one day in and day out: biting their fingerna. ( continue reading.
Auto Service World
JUNE 28, 2024
However, the youngest workers will likely leave after a few years, faster than any other generation The post Gen Z workers show higher engagement than Boomers appeared first on Auto Service World.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Collecting Hot Wheels cars can easily become a full-time job. The only problem is that you'll only spend money instead of earning it. With so many updates coming out, few people can truly keep up with Mattel. That's why you need to pick a path and stick to it. Following one single series is less time-consuming and expensive than trying to get everything.
Auto Service World
JUNE 28, 2024
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Automotive Fleet
JUNE 28, 2024
This partnership with Volkswagen is expected to build on Rivian's software and electrical architecture to create an SDV technology platform.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Rivian and Volkswagen announced a surprising partnership to develop next-generation software, electronic control units (ECUs), and related network architecture design and development. The move shows that Volkswagen's bet on Cariad backfired, although Rivian's software expertise might not help it that much. As surprising as it seemed, the announced partnership between Rivian and Volkswagen must've been long in the making.
Ratchet + Wrench
JUNE 28, 2024
Get an inside look at the 32nd annual VISION Hi-Tech Training & Expo from ACA/MWACA Executive Director Sheri Hamilton.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Family adventures can be really fun. However, it's one thing to have a weekend getaway but another to make longer trips, like a cross-country one. If your family adventures lean more toward the second category, consider getting a tiny home on wheels. Today, I'm discussing a rig designed as the ultimate family van, ready to comfortably accommodate up to five people.
Autoblog: Car News
JUNE 28, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News Continue reading These are the car names people gave to their babies last year These are the car names people gave to their babies last year originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Having already introduced a couple of fancied-up versions of the Belvedere in 1965 and 1967 (the Satellite and the GTX), Plymouth concluded it also needed a dedicated muscle car with an affordable sticker. It filled that gap with the Road Runner for the 1968 model year. Plymouth paid. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
If you watch much automotive YouTube, you’ve probably noticed a slew of “why we’re leaving” videos being posted by people working for some of the biggest automotive YouTube channels on the internet. Donut. Hoonigan. CarThrottle. It feels like everybody is quitting, but it also feels different than the group of big… Read more.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Introduced in 1950 as a trim level on the Chieftain, the Catalina became a stand-alone nameplate for the 1959 model year. Produced until 1981, it was Pontiac's bread-and-butter full-size car for many years. With 3.7 million units sold, it was among the company's best-selling nameplates. But the ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
Park a Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series in front of your local Costco, and there’s a good chance absolutely no one would give it a second look. At least until they heard the exhaust. To those who know, though, it’s one of the most desirable and special AMGs from the 2000s. They’re also incredibly rare, with fewer… Read more.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Tesla's Cybertruck is a very interesting all-electric vehicle. Apart from an edgy exterior, it has a bullet-resistant body and rock-proof glass. No other automaker offers you this type of wannabe light-armored shell without conducting a few background checks beforehand. But Tesla does, and that's one of the many reasons why thousands of people agreed to pay $20,000 over the MSRP to be among the first to take delivery.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
Here in the U.S., the only things you can buy from Suzuki are motorcycles , ATVs and boats. The automaker pulled out of the U.S. car market years ago, but the rest of the world still gets to enjoy a lot of the Suzuki’s great products like the tiny, adorable Jimny off-roader. According to a recent report, the Jimny is… Read more.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
The Fox-based Ford Mustang witnessed several big changes for the 1981 model year, and unfortunately, many of them made the legendary nameplate less intriguing. First, Ford retired the 2.3-liter turbo engine, so if you wanted more power from the Mustang, the top choice was now the painfully underpowered 4.2-liter V8 with 115 horsepower. The base engine was the 2.3-liter four. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
BMW's new middleweight GS leans into enduro inspiration, for better or worse.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
In a sudden turn of events, Shelby American were the ones who recently traveled to the UK to present their latest model with right-hand drive, not the usual AC Cobra other way around. London, UK-based 'high-performance vehicle specialist' Clive Sutton is respon. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
Toyota’s fifth-generation Supra has hardly been the sales success the company hoped its halo sports machine would be. In the first quarter of this year the car’s sales tanked hard, dropping 44 percent compared to the same period of 2023 to just 484 units sold. With the Supra getting outsold by Nissan’s less expensive… Read more.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
We have previously said that owning an all-electric vehicle makes the most sense for consumers who can charge it at home, at work, or somewhere else for free. Positive local environment impact aside, a car remains a means of personal transport that costs money. Battery-powered vehicles are already pricier than some conventional rides that. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
Elon Musk is once again the world’s richest man, as the value of his Tesla shares continues to bounce back from a massive drop earlier this year. According to Forbes,the Tesla CEO’s net worth is about 224.2 billion U.S. dollars. Much of his wealth was slashed earlier this year when a judge rescinded his 2018 package… Read more.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Tesla has been labeling the Cybertruck as "bulletproof" and "waterproof" since day one. The poor thing even got hit on its debut event up on the stage in front of a large audience. But here comes a Cybertruck driver to prove it is also… fence-proof. Too bad that the poor fence is not Cybertruck-proof. Ever since Tesla started deliveries on November 30, 2023, Cybetruck owners have done all sor. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
Happy Friday! It’s June 28, 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.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Large and expensive RVs are fine and dandy as they are packed with all sorts of features that make camping trips as comfy and convenient as home, but some outdoor enthusiasts prefer to travel light and don't really want or need all the bells and whistles for an enjoyable camping experience. Ultra-light, compact travel trailers are a remarkable option for the latter category of adventurers.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
BMW touts its products as “Ultimate Driving Machines,” and today’s Nice Price or No Dice X5 has certainly done a lot of driving. Let’s see if its price drives a hard bargain. Read more.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Rivian launched the refreshed R1 vehicles on June 6, although it kept many technical details of the Quad-Motor variants under wraps. However, a slide in the Investor Day shareholder deck revealed that the Ascent Quad models would offer up to 350 miles EPA range, an improvement over the 328 miles of the previous generation. Rivian offered important upgrades to its electric vehicles with the highly-anticipated mid-life refresh.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
Here’s an opportunity to own the one-and-only Michelotti-designed Abarth 208 A Spyder. This car was done up in the uniquely 1950s “Stile Transatlantico” inspired by the American rocket-age sporting machines, and looks absolutely magnificent in two-tone teal over white. If you have always wanted an early Corvette , but… Read more.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
In a world dominated by overconsumption and high mortgage rates, the idea of finding freedom and comfort in small living spaces is very appealing to people who want to break free from the rat race, achieve financial freedom, and live more intentionally. That's why tiny houses have gained so much popularity as an alternative to traditional housing.
Jalopnik
JUNE 28, 2024
What time is it? It’s time for a reality check. We’re halfway through summer already and you still have a project on jack stands sitting in the garage that you should have been working on instead of hanging out at the beach or sitting on your couch drinking beer in the air conditioning while watching the Dragon show… Read more.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
While a significant part of the planet relies on Google Maps for navigation, it's not a secret that Google's software sometimes shows its limits. It's a fantastic piece of software that helps you find a faster and more convenient route to a. ( continue reading.
AutoFix
JUNE 28, 2024
By Coach Chris Cotton, Auto-Fix Auto Shop Coaching Boosted Employee Morale and Productivity: One of the most significant advantages of a four-day workweek is its positive impact on employee morale. When technicians and staff have an extra day off, they return to work refreshed and more focused. Studies have shown that a shorter workweek can increase productivity and job satisfaction.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
The Japanese automaker Nissan is on a big roll. According to their latest business plan, they will introduce 15 new models for the fiscal year 2024 to 2026. However, they didn't say they were also going to kill off some other nameplates. They have already started the roll-out with the all-new Nissan Kicks compact crossover SUV and the all-new Infiniti. ( continue reading.
AutoSuccess
JUNE 28, 2024
Staying safe while working on an electric vehicle requires the correct shop equipment as well as the correct personal protective equipment (PPE), and shortcuts are simply not an option. Let’s take a look at everything you are going to need. We’ll start with PPE and electrical safety gloves. Class zero electrical insulating gloves rated for 1,000 volts are required for EV service.
autoevolution
JUNE 28, 2024
Redesigned for the 1970 model year, the third-gen Plymouth Barracuda ditched its Valiant origins and adopted the new E-body platform. The makeover brought nearly 49,000 buyers into showrooms, but the pony car's success was short-lived. The following year, Plymouth sold fewer than 17,000 units in the United States.&l. ( continue reading.
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