Automotive Training Institute
JULY 23, 2024
ATI | Find out how your auto repair shop can profit from severe weather conditions and be a resource to the community. The post Is Your Shop Prepared for Severe Weather? Profitability, Tips, and Best Practices appeared first on ATI.
Automotive Training Centre
JULY 23, 2024
Are you passionate about the automotive industry and considering a career in automotive engineering or maintenance? The MG Comet EV represents a significant leap forward in electric vehicle (EV) technology, making it the perfect case study for anyone interested in automotive training. This cutting-edge vehicle combines innovation, sustainability, and advanced technology, offering many learning opportunities for aspiring automotive professionals.
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Auto Service World
JULY 23, 2024
Nominations are now open for the AAPEX Service and Repair Awards, which celebrate outstanding achievements in the automotive service industry. This annual event honours a shop owner, service advisor and technician for their exceptional contributions and commitment to professionalism over … The post AAPEX service and repair nominations now open appeared first on Auto Service World.
Shop Marketing Pros
JULY 23, 2024
I recently had the opportunity to write a guest post for Agency Analytics. It’s all about how Profit First changed the financial picture of my business, Shop Marketing Pros. I really enjoyed getting to write this and dig deep into the story of how I became who I am. It was therapeutic in a way. If you’ve ever had challenges with managing cashflow in your business, Profit First will change your life.
Auto Service World
JULY 23, 2024
Automotive service professionals work in noisy environments. But just how loud does it get? And what are the risks? Noise levels in the shop can frequently exceed 100 decibels (dB), easily entering the range where prolonged exposure may lead to … The post Why automotive professionals need hearing protection appeared first on Auto Service World.
Shop Marketing Pros
JULY 23, 2024
I grew up as the child of an entrepreneur. Back then, men like my dad called themselves businessmen. These days I hold reverence for the word “businessman” (or businesswoman), but I’m much more likely to use the word entrepreneur for most people who own a business. I love my dad. He was a great man and he made me who I am today, but he was a terrible businessman.
Auto Service World
JULY 23, 2024
It can oftentimes be a struggle for shop owners and technicians to get the management and technical training they need. But two shop owners made the trek to Nashville this spring in search of the latest education to stay on … The post ASW Conversations: Shop owners talk training appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Autoblog: Car News
JULY 23, 2024
Filed under: Design/Style , Read This , Weird Car News , Tesla , Truck , Electric Continue reading Love it, hate it? How about its maker? NYT dissects the cultural effect of the Cybertruck Love it, hate it? How about its maker? NYT dissects the cultural effect of the Cybertruck originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 23 Jul 2024 18:17:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Looking for a car that should not exist, years after it went off the radar, is like searching for a needle in a haystack. It is a one-of-one, but that does not make things easier. On the contrary! Someone who is desperate to have what seems to be a unique 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS L89 is desperately looking for it. Legendary Motorcar restored that Chevy Nova SS, believed to be a one-of-one model, over 15 years ago.
Autoblog: Car News
JULY 23, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News Continue reading Oscar Mayer Wienermobile flips onto its side in Chicago highway crash Oscar Mayer Wienermobile flips onto its side in Chicago highway crash originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:09:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
The base Firebird was still the best-selling model in the entire lineup in 1971, as the Trans Am sales were yet to take off. Still a fresh presence in the automotive space, the Trans Am sold only 2,116 units, whereas the base Firebird increased. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 23, 2024
There’s no better place to find out how a tire performs than up close and personal on the track, which is why Hankook Tire , as the official technical partner and tire supplier of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship and the official sponsor of the races happening this weekend at the Portland International Speedway, to watch their product perform at the highest level of electric vehicle racing.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Alternative means of propulsion for motorcycles are always in the works, but their success and adoption rates are, for one reason or another, much lower than when it comes to four-wheeled vehicles. Just look at how many electric bikes there are compared to electric cars, or the non-existent breed of hydrogen-powered bikes. Ok, maybe not non-existent, as Japanese bike maker Kawasaki just announced a world first concerning exactly such a thing. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
JULY 23, 2024
Automatically collecting richer, more accurate data from tires yields insights that reduce costs and improve safety. How does smart tire technology return an ROI for fleets without big tire budgets?
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Back in April 2024, the folks at Chevrolet started teasing the all-new Corvette ZR1. The following month, Chevy revealed July 25 as the reveal date. However, the time and location hadn't been made public. Until today, that is. According to MidEngineCorvetteForum big kahuna John, the newcomer will debut at the Miami Track Concours Club at ( continue reading.
Bolt on Technology
JULY 23, 2024
The importance of setting expectations for your customers cannot be understated. The absence of good communication can often lead to customers feeling anxious because they are left out of the loop. By relaying information regularly, however, expectations can be managed, leading to a happier and more knowledgeable customer. Let's take a look at how using auto repair software can help set customer expectations throughout the entire repair process.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Transitioning to tiny living and downsizing in general always entail a higher degree of compromising. It's the figurative price you pay for affordability, mobility, and sustainability and it's supposed to be well worth it. But that's not to say you can't find ways to work around it. The recent spike in popularity for tiny homes has brought more variety to a niche of the market that had been, until then, under-served an. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
JULY 23, 2024
Nominate a fleet manager or team today and recognize some of the best and brightest in the global fleet industry.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Even though today's classic car market is loaded with restored gems, the truth is most vintage rigs have sad stories to tell. That's because millions of them are still waiting to be rescued from junkyards and barns. This 1956 Chrysler Imperial is one of them and it just got lucky. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
JULY 23, 2024
The SUV receives a minor design refresh and new tech features, such as a 55-inch total diagonal dashboard display.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
A 1992 Lexus LS400 sat parked in a barn in Norfolk, England, for ages. It has only 11,000 miles on the clock, and a few dents every here and there. The former owner, Audrey is the author of all those. She had a special route with the Lexus. You know the Japanese. You can't beat them when it comes to meticulosity. When they set their mind to something, they turn it into an obsession until they achieve it.
Jalopnik
JULY 23, 2024
Automotive testing website Edmunds took ownership of its long-term Tesla Cybertruck a little over a month ago and it’s already had a major fault. More specifically, the nearly brand new truck has suffered a “critical steering issue,” which doesn’t sound ideal. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Slide 11 of the July 2024 Wholesale Call reveals that Ford's revised Maverick will debut August 1. The order banks will go live on August 1 as well, indicating that Ford is prepping the build & price tool as well. Production is expected to start November 11, meaning that deliveries could kick off by month's end. On the other hand, make that December 2024 due to additional quality checks at the Hermosillo assembly plant. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 23, 2024
The Tesla Cybertruck has only been terrorizing America’s roads for a little over six months, but someone has already managed to get their massive electric pickup truck totalled. A plucky engineer bought the wrecked monstrosity and is attempting to bring it back to life, but it doesn’t sound like a fun task at all. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
The junkyard is commonly known as the place where wrecked or decommissioned vehicles are brought to be parted out and then crushed for recycling. However, some junkyards are actually private collections owned by enthusiasts who save cars from barns and scrapyards. This yard, hidden away somewhere in Michigan, is. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 23, 2024
The Honda S2000 is one of the better cars ever put together by human hands. It’s lightweight, nimble, and rewarding to wring out to its limits. Yet, these are all qualities that I’ve heard rather than experienced, because S2000s are too damn expensive now. For example, this S2000 for sale on Marketplace , is listed for… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Every once in a while, I run across a manufacturer of travel trailers that are just on a whole different level; this was the very first impression I had upon encountering Luxe, a fifth-wheel manufacturer from right here in our own backyard. Showing us all that this crew is about is their Toy Hauler. Folks, I only recently discovered Luxe Fifth Wheel, but from the very first moments, I could tell that there's just something about this. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 23, 2024
We hate to be the ones to break it to you, but America’s only national treasure, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile , was involved in a roll over accident (note that is roll over and not roller like where you usually find wieners at 7-Eleven.) The deliciously shaped vehicle struck a car before rolling over on I-294 in… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Barn finds are sometimes unbelievably amazing as they bring back cars that spent decades in storage. This Mercury Montclair is something beyond this. Born in 1957, this Montclair was part of the second-generation series, which witnessed several big changes in the lineup, including engine upgrades. The 312ci unit that was already available on the Montclair was upgraded to 255 horsepower, but ( continue reading.
Autoblog: Repairs
JULY 23, 2024
James Riswick View the 25 images of this gallery on the original article The 2024 Ford Ranger had a tough time getting out of the gate. Announced in the U.S. last May, planned to reach dealers in late summer and fall of 2023, units didn't reach dealer lots until April of this year. One of the special features on the Ranger Raptor made that one extra special trouble, an automaker spokesperson telling Ford Authority in April, "[The] Ranger Raptor launch team spotted a cosmetic issue on the hood of
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Some say the golden muscle car era ended when the A-body Pontiac GTO was discontinued in 1973. When it comes to Mopars, however, many enthusiasts believe the end came in 1971 when Chrysler retired all high-compression V8 engines, including the iconic 426-cubic-inch (7.0-liter) HEMI. As a result, post-1971 Mopar. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 23, 2024
Roger McCollum is in his first year as chairman of the University of the Aftermarket Foundation. The veteran aftermarket industry executive was elected as chairman in November of 2023, replacing longtime chair Bob Egan, who transitioned to the role of chairman emeritus. Before becoming chairman at UAF, McCollum spent more than three decades with N.A.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
I hate to admit it, but many people use Waze to avoid getting a ticket when driving to a destination. I can't even remember how many times I spotted a driver slowing down just before coming across a speed trap, only to accelerate again and go well over the limit after getting past it. Unfortunately, this is one of the drawbacks such a navigation app produces, and it's one of the reasons ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 23, 2024
Roger McCollum is in his first year as chairman of the University of the Aftermarket Foundation. The veteran aftermarket industry executive was elected as chairman in November of 2023, replacing longtime chair Bob Egan, who transitioned to the role of chairman emeritus. Before becoming chairman at UAF, McCollum spent more than three decades with N.A.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
Codenamed G05, the fourth-generation BMW X5 will be discontinued in 2026 in favor of the G65. Recently spied on video while testing as a trio in Spain, the fifth gen will be offered in completely electric, hybridized, and ICE flavors. The planned M version is known as the G95, but more on the go-faster model later. Filmed by carparazzo Mr. Grey (a.k.a.
AutoSuccess
JULY 23, 2024
Polly, a leading provider of embedded auto insurance solutions, recently released its Q2 2024 Embedded Insurance Report. The report reveals ongoing improvements in the embedded insurance opportunity for automotive dealers. Despite past challenges, the embedded insurance opportunity for dealers continued to improve in Q2 2024. Market health has increased across the nation, presenting a more favorable environment for both consumers and dealers.
autoevolution
JULY 23, 2024
What’s is a modern-day Shelby GT500 worth to you? Keep in mind, these Mustangs are capable of serious things, and when we start talking about limited edition variants, it’s easy to see why people would gladly spend way over sticker in order to land a used one today. The “regular” third-gen GT500 was unveiled to the public at NAIAS 2019 in Detroit, showcasing a hand-built 5.2-liter ‘Predato. ( continue reading.
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