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From the Magazine: Enhancing the overall customer experience

Auto Service World

In the automotive parts aftermarket, success hinges on understanding relationships beyond just product knowledge, emphasizing customer health and experience The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> Enhancing the overall customer experience appeared first on Auto Service World.

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EGR Systems: Understanding Exhaust Gas Recirculation

Tomorrow's Technician

Ever wondered about EGR systems? This video explores the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system, a key emissions control technology in today’s vehicles. By recirculating exhaust gases back into the combustion chamber, EGR systems reduce harmful NOx emissions, which are major contributors to smog. Originating from General Motors in the 1970s, these systems are now standard in both gasoline and diesel engines.

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Dealers say they have too many ZEVs

Auto Service World

The Canadian automotive market has grappled with a significant lack of new vehicle inventory since early 2021. While these shortages have largely eased and inventory levels are beginning to normalize, the full story is more nuanced. Specifically, dealers say they … The post Dealers say they have too many ZEVs appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Considering Hybrid Technology Training? Find out Who’s Leading the EV Industry

Automotive Training Centre

The automotive industry is undergoing a seismic shift as the world moves towards more sustainable and eco-friendly transportation solutions. The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid technology are at the heart of this transformation. Understanding who is leading the charge in the EV industry is crucial if you are considering hybrid technology training.

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Why’s Canadian average vehicle age so low?

Auto Service World

And there are real dangers being posed to the Canadian auto care sector specifically with this trend The post Why’s Canadian average vehicle age so low? appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Tesla's 4680 Battery Cells Are Still Not Good Enough, Musk Dodged Investor Questions

autoevolution

During 2021 Battery Day, Elon Musk spoke enthusiastically about a new type of battery cell that would revolutionize EV manufacturing. Three years later, the 4680 cells are still not up to snuff, and Musk admitted during this year's shareholder meeting that it's cheaper to buy batteries from external suppliers. Musk said nothing about the performance advancements he promised in 2021.

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How to Build a Loyal Customer Base

Automotive Training Institute

ATI | Discover how to deliver exceptional service and customer loyalty tactics that you can use to boost your shop's revenue and profit. The post How to Build a Loyal Customer Base appeared first on ATI.

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How Modern Car Sensors Optimize Performance and Emissions

Brake & Front End

Explore how modern cam and crank sensors are revolutionizing engine performance and emissions control. Learn about the advanced technology and rigorous testing processes Standard Brand uses to ensure their sensors deliver unmatched accuracy, speed, and durability. With a focus on precision and real-time data processing, these sensors are key to optimizing fuel economy and performance.

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Bollinger Motors Sells Chassis Cabs to Momentum Groups

Tomorrow's Technician

Bollinger Motors, Inc. announced it has reached an agreement to sell 80 all-electric Class 4 commercial trucks to Momentum Groups , which Bollinger describes as a leader in fleet management and EV charging solutions. Momentum can upfit the Bollinger B4 Chassis Cab with mobile EV chargers, a box truck, flatbed, service body or stake truck, according to a news release from Bollinger. “Momentum is a leader and innovator in mobile charging solutions and has a shared commitment to using electri

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Elon Musk Reveals the First Details About Hardware 5 Autopilot Computer and Sensors

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Tesla will launch the fifth generation of its Autopilot computer in the first half of 2026, as Elon Musk confirmed during the 2024 Cyber Roundup. The new hardware computer and sensor package, called AI 5, is purpose-built to support autonomous driving, with a tenfold improvement in processing power and AI capabilities compared to Hardware 4. Tesla launched the ( continue reading.

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Good news, dealers: Your used-car inventory aligns with age, price demands of consumers

Auto Remarketing

Almost half of used-car shoppers say the oldest vehicle they would consider is in the 3- to 5-year-old range, according to the May Industry Insights Report from Cars Commerce. And the good news for dealers is supply has increased for some of the vehicle price band that would fit into that particular age group. Here’s how that shakes out in the Cars Commerce data set.

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Fifth-Gen Pontiac Firebird Trans Am ZL1 Springs to CGI Life Across Imagination Land

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Formally known as the Pontiac Motor Division of General Motors, this renowned American can brand lived and died less than 100 years ago, between 1926 and 2010, when it was closed down due to GM's Chapter 11 reorganization. It was home to numerous beloved nameplates over the years – including the Bonneville, Grand Am or Grand Prix, the iconic GTO or. ( continue reading.

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Chasing The Perfect Combustion Event

Tomorrow's Technician

Article courtesy UNDERHOOD SERVICE. How To Apply Diagnostic Logic To Engine Inputs And Outputs Diagnosing misfires and emission problems is getting more difficult. Understanding what is going on inside the combustion chamber and what comes out through the exhaust valve is critical to solving any emissions or driveability problem. Sometimes you must understand what has happened and what will happen when the spark plug ignites the fuel.

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Son Buys 1974 Dodge Challenger, Which Sat Parked for 30 Years, Now Dad Might Want It Back

autoevolution

This poor 1974 Dodge Challenger has been sitting parked for three whole decades in the exact same spot. Its owner's son finally decided to find out what hides under the 30 years of filth gathered on the car. Little did he know that his dad had a treasure in the backyard. The new owner of the ( continue reading.

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The New Alpine A290 is the First Proper Electric Hot Hatchback

Motor Verso

Is anyone’s dream garage only filled with electric cars? Well, Alpine’s ‘Dream Garage’ is and the first car in it… Read more » The post The New Alpine A290 is the First Proper Electric Hot Hatchback appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Virtual Dodge Viper Revival Puts Fangs on a Quirky Digital Sports Car With an Attitude

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A lot of things are happening across the American sports car sector – especially at the Big Detroit Three. They're also rather quirky and innovative. The initiator of the pony car segment, Ford's Mustang reached the S650 seventh generation last year with classic. ( continue reading.

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Attitude of Gratitude for May 2024

Mitchell 1

Our winner for May, Mahwah Sunoco,🎉 located in Mahwah, NJ logged in 43 times during the month and replied to 100% of their consumer reviews, with the help of Mitchell 1’s new automated Suggested Responses, saving hours that would have been spent on the time-consuming task of crafting & responding to reviews. The post Attitude of Gratitude for May 2024 appeared first on Mitchell 1 ShopConnection.

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2024 Little Guy Micro Max Trailer Drops the Floor for Standing Height, Residential Comfort

autoevolution

Any type of extended travel will always involve a degree of compromising, which will vary according to the size and the price of the vehicle you'll be traveling in. It's not wise to dream of hitting the road with all the creature comforts of your home in a fraction of the footprint, but that's not to say all dreaming is bad for you. Little Guy Trailers, a builder with almost three decades of experience in travel trailers an. ( continue reading.

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The R35 Nissan GT-R Is Ending Production After 17 Years

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The R35-generation GT-R has served as Nissan’s halo car since it hit the market in 2007 , but it’s finally on its way out. Somehow the iconic all-wheel-drive Godzilla managed to remain a powerhouse of technology and speed after all those years. The car launched to great fanfare, cutting the legs out from under much… Read more.

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This Delightful 26-Foot Tiny Home Shows What Smart Design and Space Efficiency Can Achieve

autoevolution

Given the shortage of affordable brick-and-mortar houses, tiny homes on wheels have captivated the hearts of many of those who dream of home ownership. Over the years, we've noticed that even tiny houses have been steadily getting bigger and more luxurious, but though these larger models promise a more comfortable lifestyle without too many compromises, it's still the smaller ones that attract the most attention, offering a glimpse into what a life dominated by simplici. ( continue rea

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The Gayest Cars In The Los Angeles Pride Parade Ranked

Jalopnik

Queer folks love cars. I’m a part of a friend group with a lot of self-proclaimed car gays , and when you work in the automotive world you quickly learn that it’s a very queer space. That was a pleasant surprise for me when I first joined Mercedes-Benz Research and Development as a test driver years ago, and the longer… Read more.

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This 30-Foot Custom Tiny House Lives Like a Proper Mansion on Wheels

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Just because you're downsizing doesn't have to mean skimping on comfort or, in this particular case, on luxury finishes and features. With enough money in your wallet or great financing, downsizing can be as outrageous as you want. Tiny houses might be all the rage to. ( continue reading.

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These Are The Best Cars Our Dads Had When We Were Growing Up

Jalopnik

For Father’s Day this year we’ve decided to take a trip down memory lane as a staff and share our favorite cars our dads drove when we were growing up. Some of us were very clearly luckier than others. Read more.

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Rivian R1 Refresh Vehicles Can Become a Death Trap for Rear Passengers

autoevolution

Tesla has often been criticized for using an electromechanical door release system in its vehicles. Now, Rivian followed suit with the refreshed R1 vehicles. Although they still offer physical emergency releases, the design makes it difficult for rear passengers to access them should the electrical system not work. Tesla has been innovating passenger vehicles in many areas as it tries to scale the production of its electric cars to the ex. ( continue reading.

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If You're Gonna Drop $1 Million On A Supercar, You Better Get It This Dirty

Jalopnik

While walking around Beverly Hills with friends yesterday I came across a very special car. This ultra low-mileage 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is one of the most bespoke specs of the model that Porsche created, with over $344,000 in options making its $639,345 MSRP 217 percent higher than the car’s base price. If that… Read more.

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This Lovely Micro Camper Van Packs Many Clever, Space-Saving Features, It's Now for Sale

autoevolution

I'm a fan of micro camper van conversions. I wouldn't travel in one, but I'm fascinated by the ingenious solutions builders find to fit as many features as possible. Today, I'm checking out a cleverly designed micro camper meant to comfortably accommodate a couple. Meet Nic and Sam, the owners and converters of this tiny home on wheels.

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Police Officer Kills Woman With Beach Patrol Truck

Jalopnik

A woman was killed after she was hit and run over by a Horry County police in a truck on a beach in South Carolina this week. She was apparently hit by a 2020 Ford Ranger pickup around Thursday, 1 p.m. on Myrtle Beach. Read more.

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Light Blue 1958 Chevrolet Impala Is Pure Eye Candy, Packs Tri-Power Muscle

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When it comes to classic Chevrolet Impalas, there's no denying that the second and third-generation models (1959-1964) are the most desirable iterations of the nameplate. I'm also a sucker for the horizontally tail-finned 1959 version and the 1961 "bubble-top." However, the first-year Imp. ( continue reading.

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These Are The Most Dad-Coded Cars

Jalopnik

As we pointed out the other day , being a dad really is a state of mind. There’s more to it than simply having a kid. Read more.

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Rare 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator Coupe in Competition Orange Is a True Boss 302

autoevolution

The Mercury Cougar is like a "sneaky-hot" woman. You almost couldn’t tell just how attractive she was, until you started spending more time with her. Same goes for the first-generation Cougar, as long as it’s the right spec. This of course means the ‘Eliminator’, introduced in conjunction with the Boss 302 Mustang as a showcase for the Blue Oval’s Boss 302 engine.

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Tesla Shareholders Rush To Sue Elon Musk Before The Company Moves To Texas

Jalopnik

Good morning! It’s Friday, June 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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Will Smith's Porsche 911 Turbo S From "Bad Boys: Ride or Die" Is the True Action Star

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The Porsche 911 Turbo S and the "Bad Boys" movie franchise go together like Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. The summer action-comedy flick "Bad Boys: Ride or Die" is currently playing exclusively in theatres worldwide, making this the third time a Porsche starred in the series. Sadly, this time, Michael Bay doesn't own the model from the movie.

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Dodge Dealer Marks Up 2023 Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye To Astonishing $371,346

Jalopnik

The Dodge Charger and Challenger as we know them are gone. Done. There’s no more being made. There’s a new Charger coming for ’25, but the LX/LY platformed Hemi monsters that we all know and love are gone. There are still thousands left for sale on lots across the country however, and more than few Hellcat’s Scat… Read more.

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Porsche Taycan 4S Drag Races Tesla Model 3 Performance, It's Unbelievably Close

autoevolution

Porsche's first series-production electric vehicle comes in many flavors. The car sourced by CSL AutoTime of Thailand for a series of drag races at their usual filming location is the pre-facelift Taycan 4S, which means that it's gifted with a dual-motor setup that includes a two-speed box for the rear axle. Why two ratios and not direct drive?

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Fiat's New Grande Panda Is So Cute I Wish It Had Cheeks I Could Squeeze

Jalopnik

Today is an exciting day, as Fiat has revealed its new Grande Panda, a baby crossover-ish hatchback that is completely adorable. If you can believe it, this is only the fourth generation of Panda to emerge since 1980 when the original model was revealed, and that one was in production until 2003! While it probably… Read more.

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Start Your Update Engines: Android Auto 12.2 Stable Now Available for Download

autoevolution

I don't know about you, but I'm impressed with Google's commitment to shipping more frequent Android Auto updates. A few years ago, the company used a one-release-per-month strategy, with the new versions barely bringing any changes. The updates Google ships in 2024 stick with this "minor improvements" approach, but at least they land more frequently.

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Tesla Investors Voted For Elon Musk's $45 Billion Pay Package, But He Won't Get It Yet

Jalopnik

It seems like 1,000 years since Tesla began the drive to return Elon Musk’s $56 billion — sorry, $45 billion now that shares have dropped — payday , after it was struck down as “unfathomable” by a Delaware court. As of yesterday, the tally is finally in: Tesla investors want the CEO to get every single share promised… Read more.

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