Auto Service World
APRIL 12, 2024
Those mundane digital tasks automotive aftermarket leaders hate doing can likely be taken care of by artificial intelligence. A panel discussion explored ways that tasks like responding to customer reviews, sending out surveys and posting on social media can all … The post How AI can help with those mundane tasks appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
APRIL 12, 2024
Many car owners use the service of an auto body estimator at least once. These professionals are often found in auto body-works shops or insurance companies, providing accurate estimates for repairs, replacements, and insurance claims. What Determines the Value of a Car? If you’re an auto body grad set to begin your journey in this line of work, you’ll need to know all about the factors that determine a car’s value so you can accurately assess damages and provide estimates.
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Auto Service World
APRIL 12, 2024
While automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems have provided benefits to drivers, they’re not foolproof, the American Automobile Association is warning. Recent research from AAA put the spotlight on the performance of reverse AEB systems, specifically those equipped with rear cross-traffic … The post AAA warns of AEB issues appeared first on Auto Service World.
Brake & Front End
APRIL 12, 2024
Joe Keene, automotive content video producer at Babcox Media, speaks with Hunter Engineering service rep Rick Marzen on the ease with which Hunter’s premium center-clamp Maverick tire changer can handle large custom wheels. This video is sponsored by Hunter Engineering Co. The post Maverick Tire Changer: Handling Large Custom Wheels appeared first on Brake & Front End.
Auto Service World
APRIL 12, 2024
As car buyers transition from gas-powered vehicles to battery electric, their satisfaction hinges increasingly on traditional factors such as quality and cost of ownership. The latest J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Ownership Study emphasized these elements as … The post EV buyers concerns grow beyond charging issues appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 12, 2024
GreenPower Motor Company Inc. announced it plans to deliver an additional 88 all-electric Type D BEAST and Type A Nano BEAST school buses to school districts in West Virginia in GreenPower’s fiscal year 2025 which began April 1, 2024. “GreenPower is currently manufacturing all-electric, purpose-built school buses purchased by the state of West Virginiain its South Charleston plant,” said Fraser Atkinson, CEO of GreenPower. “Following behind that production are the school
Auto Service World
APRIL 12, 2024
Whether it’s new vehicles, used ones or auto parts, prices across various categories of the automotive industry rose throughout 2023. New vehicles saw prices jump 3.4 per cent, according to the Consumer Price Index. Used vehicles had a more modest … The post Prices continue to rise in auto sector appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Auto Service World
APRIL 12, 2024
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autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
Introduced in 1968 as a more affordable alternative to the GTX, the Plymouth Road Runner soldiered on through 1980. Plymouth produced three generations until 1976, when the Road Runner became a trim and graphics package for the Volare. Naturally, the muscle car-era versions are now the most desirable iterations of the the nameplate. ( continue reading.
Auto Service World
APRIL 12, 2024
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autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
During a two-day dealer meeting in Las Vegas, the folks at BMW assured retailers that it's going to build what consumer want rather than what regulations dictate. A dealer source told Automotive News that BMW won't discontinue its twin-turbo V8 anytime soon, which is good news for the internal combustion loyalists out there. First and foremost, Munich's favorite son understands that EV demand still isn't good enough to. ( continue reading.
Auto Service World
APRIL 12, 2024
Have you ever found yourself in the daunting position of dealing with vehicle insurance companies after a car accident? It’s a situation that many individuals face, yet it can be overwhelming to navigate without the right guidance. Knowing how to … The post Expert Tips for Dealing with Vehicle Insurance Companies appeared first on Auto Service World.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
There are countless ways of designing a conventional home. The same goes for mobile homes – sure, many follow a similar arrangement or layout. But even after writing hundreds of articles about all sorts of tiny homes on wheels, I still often stumble upon refreshing designs, such as the one I'm discussing today, which is found inside a skoolie.
Danny’s Engineportal
APRIL 12, 2024
The post Fluid Leak – How To Identify What Is Leaking From Under Your Car appeared first on Danny's Engineportal. So, sooner or later any car can develop a fluid leak. And, when that happens, finding the source of the leak, should be your first priority. Once you find the source of the leak, you [.] The post Fluid Leak – How To Identify What Is Leaking From Under Your Car appeared first on Danny's Engineportal.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
We’re witnessing a massive market shift in terms of price bubbles bursting in real time. This type of thing now happens on a daily basis, to the point where we could literally see people getting fed up with the way things were going and pushing for a change. Well, this change is now happening before our very eyes. Think about this – just a few months ago, we saw a C8 Z06 that sold for $192,000 at auction, a full $25,00. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
A TikToker got locked inside of her Tesla Model 3 for 40 minutes in the hot sun while it was installing a software update , and as of this writing her video has over 10.7 million plays after a single day of being online. Before you go jumping to conclusions about her ineptitude , Brianna Janel was actually following the… Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
Although I'm really not a fan of Audi because I consider 99% of its designs too darn boring, I have to admit that the C8-generation RS 6 Avant tucks at the right strings for me – even more so than the newer W/S/X 214 Mercedes-Benz E-Class or the G60/61 BMW 5 Series and their respective upcoming AMG and M variants ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
It’s a tough time to be a bridge designer right now, with a span in Baltimore collapsing after a ship crashed into it and New York’s Verrazano-Narrows Bridge coming dangerously close to a similar fate. Now, a bridge collapse in Norway has been blamed on designers spending too much time focusing on the way it looked. Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
General Motors is still busy planning the electric revolution even if things didn't go according to plan – not internally due to numerous software problems with the BEV3 platform and Ultium suite of technologies and not externally due to the possible EV market slowdown. The Chevrolet Blazer EV is finally out and about, with the ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
The United States are in a dark age for automotive color. It’s all monochrome as far as the eye can see , even as the era of Nardo Gray Omnipresence begins to wane. Yet, while buyers clamor for bright hues, manufacturers are going the other way — charging ever more for color. Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
Now that the EV frenzy is fizzling out and everyone is dropping prices of existing models – including Ford – it seems that Lincoln will switch to advanced technology development instead. However, the imaginative realm of digital car content creators didn't get the memo. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
I have never truly understood why some convertibles are called spiders , since spiders are creepy and generally undesirable creatures and not small sporty topless fun machines. There are a few potential origins for this automotive arachnidian nomenclature mashup, one rooted in a poor translation, and one that comes… Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
Trail Out has an 81% positive rating from players on Steam, with a free demo to boot. The over-the-top reckless racing video game just launched on Xbox consoles for 30 bucks, and you should at least check it out because it's pure insanity. It combines the best gameplay elements from titles like Stuntman, Burnout Paradise, Road Rash, and Carmeggedon.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said in 2011 that a second-generation Roadster—then known as the Model R—would enter production for 2014. The timeline for the next Roadster was later updated to 2020 when a prototype was shown off in 2017. When it didn’t show up in 2020, Musk said it was 12 months away. In 2021 production was… Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
There are mishaps you can just shrug off, and then there are mishaps that break your heart. This one falls in the latter category: a man's just-restored classic rolled into a lake and was fully submerged for hours. The details on this strange incident remain hazy right now, even though some days have passed and you'd be justified to expect more clarity.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
Bowlus, manufacturer of ultra high-end luxury towables , has been testing the tow range of popular electric trucks and SUVs since the Tesla Model X first launched in 2015. The company’s top-of-the-line Volterra model is an all-electric camp trailer with 17 kWh of onboard power, which can provide an emergency charge to… Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
While so many people believed Waze's days were numbers, with Google eventually integrating the app into Google Maps, it's very clear this isn't the search giant's plan. The latest up. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
Italy is not happy with Stellantis’ decision to produce Alfa Romeo’s first fully electric vehicle – called the Milano – abroad. In fact, Italy’s industry minister says the decision actually violates Italian law, and he’s actually not wrong. Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
It makes little sense to discuss the Impala legacy and how important this model eventually became for Chevrolet, especially from a sales perspective, but it's important to highlight how the nameplate came to be. Its first public appearance happened in 1956 when the Impala was presented as a coupe at GM's motor show. The early feedb. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
APRIL 12, 2024
Cambridge estimates the reduction in distracted driving helped prevent over 55,000 crashes, 31,000 injuries, 250 fatalities, and close to $2.2 billion in economic damages.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
The Audi R8 era ended last month when the final copy rolled off the assembly line. One might assume that it was a special commission boasting several exclusive touches, but it wasn't. On top of that, the four-ring brand didn't sell it, as it now reportedly sits in a museum. Ra. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
If you think about your favorite car company , can you hand on heart say that everything it’s ever built has been great? Like, has it really never made a bad car ? And if your favorite car company can’t say no to that, is there an automaker that you think can? Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
One of the biggest new-generation features in Google Maps is the support for fuel-efficient routes, which provide users with an easy way to reduce fuel consumption and cut vehicle emissions. The fuel-efficient routing engine was added in 20. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
We’ve recently talked about how naturally aspirated V6s and V8s are going by the wayside , but there’s another powertrain component that is slowly fading into obscurity: the six-speed automatic transmission. It might not be as sexy as a big motor, but it’s still something to think about. Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
Camper vans are extremely popular among nature lovers, travelers, and outdoor sports enthusiasts alike, thanks to their incredible versatility. They have become the ultimate adventure vehicle thanks to their ability to offer both transportation and comfortable accommodation in one package. The camper van we're going to look at in this piece has been specifically designed and built for a customer with a passion for dirt biking and of. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 12, 2024
In Europe, they play this strange game where a ball is kicked around a field for 90 minutes. They call it football , but over here it’s known as soccer and the people that play it get paid a lot. An awful lot, actually. So much so that one soccer player had enough to buy an $880,000 custom Rolls Royce that he crashed… Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 12, 2024
During the first quarter of 2024, the American sports car market was dominated, as usual, by one of the Big Detroit Three automakers. This time around, it was the usual suspect – Ford's Mustang, not the Challenger taking the interim crown. With the sixth g. ( continue reading.
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