Mon.Oct 14, 2024

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Casino Industry and Sports: A Dynamic Intersection

Auto Service World

The casino industry is evolving rapidly, with new players from every region entering the market. For example, Tooniebet is Ontario’s new casino. This evolution is closely tied to the world of sports, sports news, gambling, and affiliate programs, creating a vibrant ecosystem of opportunities and challenges. The intersection of the casino industry and sports is becoming increasingly significant.

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The Basics of Wiper Motors

Tomorrow's Technician

WAI Global is a premier leading parts manufacturer offering a complete line of 100% new alternators, starters & wiper motors. When it comes to vehicle safety, certain features immediately spring to mind: seat belts, airbags, and anti-lock braking systems, to name just a few. However, nestled within the multitude of safety mechanisms is an often overlooked but crucial component.

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Understanding Why Oil Pressure is Critical for VVT Systems

Brake & Front End

Andrew Markel breaks down why oil pressure is crucial for the proper functioning of a vehicle’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. When a car enters the shop with no oil pressure or a lack of oil in the crankcase, it’s not just the bearings that suffer damage. Without sufficient oil pressure, the VVT system can’t operate correctly, causing issues with the camshaft actuator and potentially damaging the system.

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Understanding Why Oil Pressure is Critical for VVT Systems

Tomorrow's Technician

Andrew Markel breaks down why oil pressure is crucial for the proper functioning of a vehicle’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. When a car enters the shop with no oil pressure or a lack of oil in the crankcase, it’s not just the bearings that suffer damage. Without sufficient oil pressure, the VVT system can’t operate correctly, causing issues with the camshaft actuator and potentially damaging the system.

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The Science Behind ADVICS Disc Brake Pads

Brake & Front End

In this video, we dive into the importance of brake pads and why ADVICS brake pads stand out in the automotive industry. Brake pads are not just a commodity; they play a crucial role in vehicle safety and performance. We discuss the advanced technology behind ADVICS brake pads, focusing on key features that enhance their functionality. This video is sponsored by ADVICS.

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Clarios, Altris Partner on Low-Voltage Sodium-Ion Batteries

Tomorrow's Technician

Advanced low-voltage battery solutions provider Clarios , announced a strategic investment in Altris, a pioneer in sustainable sodium-ion battery technology, with the aim of manufacturing low-voltage, sodium-ion (Na-ion) batteries for the automotive sector. Clarios expects its investment to initially enable Altris to finalize and start pilot production of Na-ion automotive batteries, followed by commercial production beginning in 2026.

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Not Living in the NOW

Brake & Front End

I once had a shop manager who concentrated on the “now.” Everyday was a mad dash. He wanted to know who was working on what, where parts were and when it would be done. He was constantly reacting to a customers, comebacks or scheduling problems. He was a tornado sometimes and a “type A” personality. Problems were addressed in the moment. If a problem could not be resolved in the now, either he sent the car to the dealer or paid through the nose to sublet the job.

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Continental Tire appoints head of marketing for the Americas

Tire Review Magazine

Continental Tire the Americas appointed Ashok Vedanayagam as the head of marketing for passenger and truck tires for the region covering North and South America. According to Continental , Vedanayagam is responsible for a broad portfolio including product management, marketing communications, public relations, e-business, market intelligence, pricing and strategic planning for the Americas.

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California Cops Are Finding Out Teslas Are 'Nearly Unusable' As Police Cruises

Jalopnik

Police in California are experiencing what happens when good intentions crash into reality. Police departments are transitioning to battery powered vehicles but those vehicles come with challenges that make cops’ jobs more difficult. Read more.

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Firestone releases tires with Enliten Technology for commercial vehicles

Tire Review Magazine

Bridgestone Americas recently debuted Firestone ‘s latest tires featuring Enliten Technology, the new Transforce HT3 and CV2. Engineered specifically for commercial highway vehicles, these tires are designed to deliver wet-weather performance, low-speed refinement, high-speed handling, and wear life, according to the manufacturer. Bridgestone said the HT3 tire is designed for heavy-duty trucks, while the CV2 tire is for last-mile delivery vans.

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When it comes to car insurance costs, Louisiana among most expensive

Auto Remarketing

Separate research endeavors by the Insurance Research Council (IRC) and EpicVIN came to the same conclusion that Louisiana dealers from Shreveport to Slidell might have already known. It’s mighty expensive for vehicle owners in the Bayou State to maintain insurance coverage after they take delivery. According to IRC, the average annual expenditure for auto insurance in Louisiana in 2022 was $1,588 per vehicle, which is 40% higher than the national average of $1,127 and higher than any other stat

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Continental Tire appoints head of marketing for the Americas

Tire Review Magazine

Continental Tire the Americas appointed Ashok Vedanayagam as the head of marketing for passenger and truck tires for the region covering North and South America. According to Continental , Vedanayagam is responsible for a broad portfolio including product management, marketing communications, public relations, e-business, market intelligence, pricing and strategic planning for the Americas.

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Elon Musk Lost $15 Billion After Tesla’s Cybercab Reveal

Jalopnik

Good morning! It’s Monday, October 14, 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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Visiting the AACA Museum in Hershey, PA

Eastwood

The AACA Museum in Hershey, Pennsylvania, is a dream destination for car enthusiasts. Operated by the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA), the museum bills itself as “America’s Transportation Experience. As such, it highlights the heritage of American and global automotive culture. It is renowned for its collection of classic cars, including antique automobiles, buses, motorcycles, and other rare vehicles, making it a hub for those fascinated by the evolution of transportation.

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Here's What The Two-Finger Motorcycle Wave Means

Jalopnik

When you’re driving around motorcycles , you might notice that they occasionally flash a two-finger salute at each other when passing another biker. Hopefully you “cagers” have noticed anyway, because you should be paying extra attention to the road when you’re around a two-wheeler. So what does that little gang sign… Read more.

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Airbag Sensor Replacement Cost: How to Budget (+Wear Signs)

RepairSmith

Your car’s airbags are crucial safety devices that protect you during a collision. But did you know a faulty airbag sensor (crash sensor) can render them useless? If your car’s sensors are acting up, understanding the airbag sensor replacement cost is essential, as it can vary based on several factors. To help you budget, we’ll break down the costs involved and why investing in properly functioning sensors is vital for your safety on the road.

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How to Keep Your Pipeline Full as a Collision Shop Owner

DRIVE

In the collision repair industry, a constant stream of work is key to both profitability and sustainability. The nature of the business means that delays can occur—whether it’s waiting on parts, insurance approvals, or customer decisions, cars can sit in your lot longer than anticipated. But to ensure your shop stays financially healthy, it’s crucial to maintain a fuller pipeline than your immediate production capacity.

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Dealer Image Pro, WheelsTV Partner to Enhance VDPs with Video Content

AutoSuccess

Dealer Image Pro has announced a strategic partnership with WheelsTV to integrate advanced video content into its high-resolution image viewer on Vehicle Display Pages (VDP). Effective immediately, all current and new Dealer Image Pro clients will have access to WheelsTV’s video test drive content, providing insights into vehicle features. This integration will be available at no additional cost through Dec. 31, 2024, offering dealerships a tool to enhance customer engagement during the ve

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7 Unconventional Team Leadership Approaches That Actually Inspire Automotive Repair Shop Employees

Institute for Automotive Business Excellence

What does it look like when your business lacks team leadership? There will be elements of distrust, disorganization, and negativity. This creates a toxic culture where employees are not valued and are not empowered to work in a high-performing team. It can be difficult to retain employees, let alone attract the unicorns every shop craves and needs to be the best in the business.

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CDK Introduces New Software Certifications for Dealership Employees

AutoSuccess

CDK, an automotive retail software provider, has announced the launch of new software certifications and courseware aimed at equipping dealership employees with the necessary skills and credentials to excel in the evolving consumer vehicle purchase and service journey. The certification program offers U.S. and Canadian dealership employees comprehensive training in the CDK product portfolio.

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OMODA 5 Noble Review

Motor Verso

For our friends over in the East, you might’ve been familiar with Chery for quite some time now. Already one… Details » The post OMODA 5 Noble Review appeared first on Motor Verso.

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UVeye Launches AI-Powered BDC Booster for Dealerships

AutoSuccess

UVeye has launched the BDC Booster, an AI-powered sales intelligence and engagement platform designed to enhance dealership operations. Leveraging UVeye’s AI-powered vehicle inspection data, the BDC Booster aims to help car dealerships increase customer loyalty and retention, boost conversion rates and drive revenue growth. In today’s competitive market, dealerships face challenges in retaining clients and fostering loyalty, as customers often turn to alternative service providers or

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How great shop culture increases your shop’s value

Tire Review Magazine

We hear a lot in today’s world about company culture and how important it is for businesses. Some businesses think culture means having casual Fridays or providing pizza once a week…but it’s so much more than letting your employees wear jeans one day of the week. In this video, let’s discuss why nailing down your shop’s culture is a vital key to your success and increasing your shop’s value.

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OMODA E5 Noble Review

Motor Verso

As the Chinese car industry continues to grow at lightning speed, it’s an exciting time to take a closer look… Details » The post OMODA E5 Noble Review appeared first on Motor Verso.

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AC/DC charging and EVs

Tire Review Magazine

The secret to any charging or rapid charging station is taking alternating current (AC) and converting it to direct current (DC). Most electric vehicles can convert AC to DC, but they can’t handle much power. AC electricity is excellent for sending power over long distances, but it is not great for charging batteries. DC power is great for charging batteries, but it can’t travel long distances through power lines.

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Beautiful BMW Skytop Pays Tribute to Some Legendary Roadster

Motor Verso

It’s fair to say BMW has had a rough few months. The Bavarian brand has received plenty of flack online… Read more » The post Beautiful BMW Skytop Pays Tribute to Some Legendary Roadster appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Firestone releases tires with Enliten Technology for commercial vehicles

Tire Review Magazine

Bridgestone Americas recently debuted Firestone ‘s latest tires featuring Enliten Technology, the new Transforce HT3 and CV2. Engineered specifically for commercial highway vehicles, these tires are designed to deliver wet-weather performance, low-speed refinement, high-speed handling, and wear life, according to the manufacturer. Bridgestone said the HT3 tire is designed for heavy-duty trucks, while the CV2 tire is for last-mile delivery vans.

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Mass Airflow Sensor Replacement Cost + Why Is It Urgent?

RepairSmith

If your car feels like it’s dragging its feet when you hit the gas, that sluggish acceleration could mean your Mass Airflow (MAF) sensor is out of sync. This little device plays a big role in keeping your engine running smoothly by ensuring the perfect air-fuel mix. But when it goes bad, it can throw your car’s performance off balance. Curious about the cost of a new MAF sensor ?

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How great shop culture increases your shop’s value

Tire Review Magazine

We hear a lot in today’s world about company culture and how important it is for businesses. Some businesses think culture means having casual Fridays or providing pizza once a week…but it’s so much more than letting your employees wear jeans one day of the week. In this video, let’s discuss why nailing down your shop’s culture is a vital key to your success and increasing your shop’s value.

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This Is The Definitive Truck Hierarchy, Or How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love The Massive Pickup Truck

Jalopnik

I’ve never been too much of a truck guy. I grew up in a household that never had them, and aside from the “Twister” Ram 2500 I’ve never really wanted one , but over the past few months, I’ve been testing out all sorts of trucks in different size segments. During my evaluation of trucks like the Ford Maverick , Nissan… Read more.

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Interest Rate Drop Keeps Fleet Costs Steady

Automotive Fleet

Decreases in finance and fuel costs kept TCO flat in the third quarter, partially offset by higher maintenance costs.

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The Sport-ification Of German Automakers Is Driving Me Nuts

Jalopnik

I like fast cars. I like sporty cars. I like cars that are engaging to drive, but I don’t need every single car to be like that. Sometimes I want a car to be a big couch that just happens to be fast. This is where companies like BMW and Mercedes-Benz have lost their way a little bit. I recently spent time with the X1… Read more.

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Capps Races to Second Consecutive Countdown Final Round at Dallas

The NAPA Network

In a rematch of the 2022 Texas NHRA FallNationals Funny Car final round, three-time world champion Ron Capps came up.011 seconds short to four-time world champion Matt Hagan Sunday evening at the Texas Motorplex. It was the second consecutive final round for Capps and his NAPA Auto Care Toyota GR Supra after taking runner-up honors in St. Louis. Capps, who won the 2022 edition of the FallNationals, maintained his fourth-place position in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Funny Car points

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Buy This 32,000-Mile 1986 Honda Civic, And You'll Never Want Again

Jalopnik

One of these days, the era of giant trucks and SUVs is going to be over. Whether that will happen due to stricter regulations, nuclear war or the heat death of the planet likely depends, at least in part, on who wins the election in November. Regardless of how it goes down, eventually, small, simple cars are going to… Read more.

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Elliott Finishes Fifth at Charlotte Roval, Advances in Playoffs

The NAPA Network

Chase Elliott and the No. 9 UniFirst team started Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series playoff elimination race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL from the seventh position. Elliott ended stage one in third and stage two in fourth en route to a fifth-place finish in the 109-lap race. The effort was good enough for the 2020 Cup Series champion to advance to the Round of 8 in the Cup Series playoffs.

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Nuclear Powered Rockets Could Take Us To Mars, If We Can Figure Out How to Make Them

Jalopnik

Right now, scientists around the world are all working towards one mission: Setting foot on another world for the first time. Unfortunately, it turns out those other worlds are really far away, meaning NASA has to figure out how to manage astronauts in such isolation for such extended durations — or simply figure out… Read more.

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Four Races, Three Wins, Two States and One Championship

The NAPA Network

Brad Sweet and the NAPA Auto Parts No. 49 team capped off an outstanding 2024 season with a commanding performance during the final week of the High Limit Racing series. The five-time World of Outlaws champion added a milestone sixth national championship to his storied career record, and he added three more wins to his 2024 tally in the last week alone.

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