Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 10, 2025

A lot of people have been taking things apart our whole lives. Fewer of them are able to put them back together again even fewer still can work the black magic to somehow make them better than they were before. Michael Edmunds, automotive instructor at East Syracuse Manoa Central High School and mentor to the school’s Spartan Garage Car Club is the first candidate in the 2024-2025 Tomorrows Technician Instructor of the Year competition, presented by Blaster Corporation in association with

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 10, 2025

Electric vehicles, given their higher acceleration rates, may be more accident-prone than their slower counterparts, according to new insurance data. Citing information from LexisNexis, a data analytics company specializing in risk and legal solutions, Green Car Reports noted that these findings raise questions about whether EVs and their ability to hit high speeds quicker than internal combustion engine vehicles or even slower powered EVs could lead to an increase in crashes.

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Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 10, 2025

What is an EREV? As the automotive industry evolves, Extended Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs) have emerged as a key innovation, combining electric power with the reliability of internal combustion engines. If you’re considering a career in the automotive field, particularly in hybrid technology, understanding EREVs is essential. At ATC, our hybrid technology training program prepares students to thrive in this exciting and fast-changing industry.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 10, 2025

The Canadian light vehicle market saw a significant rebound in 2024, with overall sales reaching an estimated 1.86 million units. Thats an 8.2 per cent increase from the 1.72 million units sold in 2023, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. However, Andrew King, managing partner at DesRosiers, called for caution despite the optimistic numbers.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 10, 2025

A springs design is tuned to many factors. Engineers will use terms like frequency and amplitude to describe spring construction. For the layman, these terms translate to how fast and how far the spring must travel. Frequency and amplitude are tuned for ride quality, center of gravity and the sprung weight of the vehicle. A dampener is not a spring, and a spring is not a dampener.

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R.O. Writer

JANUARY 10, 2025

Using the Right Reports to Maximize Profitability at Your Auto Shop They say if you dont run your business effectively, your business will run you. In the automotive industry, you The post Using the Right Reports to Maximize Profitability at Your Auto Shop appeared first on R.O. Writer.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 10, 2025

Your customer is in front of you and says, “my car just doesn’t look good inside anymore.” The interior of a car is subject to some pretty harsh situations: Subzero temps, ultraviolet rays, extreme heat, moisture and also very dry air. Add to these environmental issues, the interior is made up of many different substances. We will leave the metal components alone for now, but there is still rubber, ABS plastic, PPL or polypropylene, nylon and vinyl, leather and of course cloth.

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 10, 2025

Your Ford Bronco Sport is built to tackle all sorts of terrain with confidence, but to keep it performing at its best, regular maintenance is essential. Following the Ford Bronco Sport maintenance schedule ensures that your SUV remains reliable, safe, and ready for any adventure. Learn more about these crucial regulars services below, then plan for your next maintenance appointment with AutoNation Mobile Service.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

When it comes to driving in the snow , it can help to adjust the air pressure in your tires, at least theoretically. Annoyingly, depending on who you ask, theres a good chance youll get conflicting answers to whether its better to add more air or let a little air out. Those who argue the former say increasing the Read more.

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 10, 2025

Your Ford Bronco is built for adventure, designed to tackle both rugged trails and urban roads alike. To ensure it stays reliable, capable, and ready for every journey, regular maintenance is essential. Following the Ford Bronco maintenance schedule helps you maintain your SUV’s peak performance and avoid unexpected breakdowns. Learn more about these this essential maintenance and the designated service intervals, then schedule a mobile appointment with us today.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 10, 2025

The Reynolds and Reynolds Company announced AutoVision is launching Avery, a brand-new artificial intelligence tool, at the NADA Show 2025. Avery delivers precise appraisals and pricing recommendations using every available piece of data , the company stated. It then provides a detailed explanation for each recommendation. Dealers are blown away by the accuracy of Averys recommendations and level of detail in its explanations, said AJ McGowan, cofounder of AutoVision.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

We here at Jalopnik have witnessed and lamented the decline of the traditional auto show over recent years. Auto shows were once the place for automakers to unveil their wildest concept cars, announce new versions of best-selling models, entice the public with test drive opportunities, and more. Televisions original Read more.

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Auto Remarketing

JANUARY 10, 2025

U.S. consumers seeking a more fuel-efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional gas-powered cars are now looking at hybrids rather than battery electric vehicles, according to a new study by Deloitte. The accounting/consulting firms 2025 Global Automotive Consumer Study found American consumer intent to purchase a hybrid or plug-in hybrid for their next vehicle rose 5 percentage points from the 2024 survey to 26% of respondents.

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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2025

O2 sensors and air-fuel ratio sensors are essential for controlling emissions and ensuring efficient engine operation. These sensors provide critical data to the ECU for optimizing air-fuel mixtures and catalytic converter performance. Discover how advancements in sensor technology enhance accuracy, durability, and efficiency, offering reliable solutions for modern and older vehicles.

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 10, 2025

The Ford Mustang is one of the most popular vehicles ever built, and has been around for more than 60 years. No matter which generation of Ford Mustang you own, it’s important to follow the Ford Mustang maintenance schedule. Regular maintenance ensures your Mustang remains reliable, efficient, and ready for any drive. Learn more about these service intervals below, and then book a mobile service with us.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

There are few things Tesla is better at than building cars that are later recalled. The latest recall impacts over 239,000 Model S , Model Y , Model X and Model 3 vehicles because their rear-view cameras arent functioning properly. Read more.

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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2025

O2 sensors and air-fuel ratio sensors are essential for controlling emissions and ensuring efficient engine operation. These sensors provide critical data to the ECU for optimizing air-fuel mixtures and catalytic converter performance. Discover how advancements in sensor technology enhance accuracy, durability, and efficiency, offering reliable solutions for modern and older vehicles.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

Its been a while since we had a good stuck boat story , but the rolling disaster thats been the first 10 days of 2025 definitely wouldnt be complete without one. This time around, its the Algoma Verity, a Supramax cargo ship sailing from the Bahamas that ran aground after trying to leave port in Philadelphia , WPVI Read more.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 10, 2025

Polly has announced the launch of its new Professional Insurance Platform at NADA 2025 to empower dealerships to monetize the insurance process and improve gross profits. The announcement comes as Polly prepares to showcase these updates at the 2025 NADA Show in New Orleans. Polly brings a reimagined professional insurance platform tailored for franchise and independent dealers to NADA 2025.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

Idiot civilian drone operators flying flying over the Palisades wildfire crashed their attention-machine into a Super Scooper firefighting aircraft meant to fight said deadly fire. The Canadair CL-415 was struck on the nose and wing by a consumer drone Thursday, which left the plane grounded and in need of urgent Read more.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 10, 2025

AutoTech Investments (ATI) will host an executive breakfast, the groups third event, Jan. 24, 2025, 7-10 a.m. The breakfast, which is being held at the Marriott Warehouse Arts District Main Ballroom, across the street from the New Orleans Convention Center, runs ahead of the National Automotive Dealers Association ( NADA ) Annual Conference and Expo in New Orleans, Jan. 23-26. “ATI brings together the industry’s most influential decision-makers from across the automotive ecosystem, i

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

Last year, we got the chance to drive the Subaru WRX tS , and with an upgraded suspension and brakes, it proved to be pretty darn fun to drive, as well as track-capable. At the time, we said it was as close to a new STI as we were going to get, but as it turns out, we were wrong because Subaru just announced the WRX Read more.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 10, 2025

As front-end margins equalize and level off, competition is becoming much tighter. You have a lot less room to win a customer based on price. Thats why its so important to source not only vehicles but customers in a position to buy. Finding those customers is often no easy task. It takes a tremendous amount of time and manual effort to make your customer data actionable.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

The Mazda MX-5 Miata has offered arguably the purest driving experience of any car on sale since it first hit showrooms in 1990, but it has also faced criticism for its relatively modest power output. Mazda just unveiled the most powerful factory Miata ever at the Tokyo Auto Salon, a limited-edition racing-inspired Read more.

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RepairPal

JANUARY 10, 2025

Christian Brothers Automotive - Robinhood in Winston-Salem, NC, offers honest, faith-based auto repair, focusing on community, transparency, and guest care. The post RepairPal Certified Shop: Christian Brothers – Robinhood appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is already one of the best performance cars on the market under $100,000, yet somehow the Korean automaker made it even cooler. Hyundai and The Drift King Keiichi Tsuchiya have teamed up to cook up a special edition Ioniq 5 N DK Edition that may be the sickest Ioniq 5 N yet. Read more.

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Eastwood

JANUARY 10, 2025

Clean, degreased, and masked in preparation for refinishing By the late 1970s, black plastic started to replace chrome as the preferred trim finish for many carmakers, especially imports. By the end of the 1980s, black trim was almost universal. It delivered a more modern, technical look to the cars on which it was used, making chrome look outdated.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

We now know how much Chevys long-awaited Corvette ZR1 supercar will cost the folks who are brave enough to strap themselves into the 1,000+ horsepower beast: $174,995 including destination. I know that sounds like a lot, but like all Corvettes, its still a bit of a performance bargain. Read more.

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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2025

Snowbanks can wreak havoc on modern vehicles, particularly active grille shutters, commonly found on Honda, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz models. These systems, controlled by the ECM, optimize airflow and engine warm-up but are prone to damage from winter impacts. In this video, Andrew Markel highlights the importance of checking active grille shutters when diagnosing front-end damage or cooling system codes.

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Motor Verso

JANUARY 10, 2025

Of all the domineering and iconic rally cars of yesteryear, the Renault 5 Turbo, at least for me, stands out… Read more » The post Renault Brings Back A Rallying Legend With Its Renault 5 Turbo 3E appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Automotive Fleet

JANUARY 10, 2025

To be eligible, candidates must be active NAFA members for the past five consecutive years and have demonstrated leadership through volunteer service, contributions to NAFAs initiatives, and a commitment to mentoring and advancing the profession.

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Motor Verso

JANUARY 10, 2025

The glitz and glamor of Dubai do not need further discussion. Many travelers have asserted that Dubai is a prime… Read more » The post Dubai Car Rentals: Choosing Between Luxury and Budget Vehicles appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Automotive Fleet

JANUARY 10, 2025

These nuggets of wisdom provide a snapshot of the actionable insights needed to help fleets become more sustainable, efficient, productive, and safe.

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Motor Verso

JANUARY 10, 2025

The Mazda 6 is known for being a dependable, if not stunning, family car. It hasn’t been on sale since… Read more » The post Mazda 6e Revealed as Stylish Electric Hatchback Arriving in 2026 appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

We got our first look at the Tesla Model Y s refresh without camouflage Thursday , narrowly keeping CEO Elon Musks promise not to update the car in 2024. Now, the updated car has been fully revealed, and it sure does look like Tesla slapped a Cybertruck headlight and rear light bar on an existing Model Y. Read more.

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Motor Verso

JANUARY 10, 2025

In recent years, the automotive finance industry has come under increased scrutiny due to concerns over mis-sold car finance agreements.… Read more » The post Understanding Car Finance Claims and How to Seek a PCP Refund appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 10, 2025

Los Angeles is a beautiful, complicated place where darkness lurks in every corner, hiding its face from the bright light of the southern California glare. The first true crime book I ever read (when I was way too young) was the famous Hollywood Babylon by Kenneth Anger and I was hooked. Youd think that book would Read more.

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