Brake & Front End
JANUARY 20, 2025
No matter the manufacturer, there is almost always an all-wheel drive (AWD) option for most platforms. Most of these systems are designed to be transparent to the driver. Many AWD systems came onto the market in the 1990s. Unlike 4×4 truck systems of the day, these systems were always engaged and could not be disengaged by the driver. Many of the early systems used mechanical ways to manage the distribution of power to the four wheels.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 20, 2025
When it comes to ignition systems, the ASE G1 focuses on the inspection and replacement of ignition coils, spark plugs and other items on the secondary side of the ignition coil. The tests will not go into sensors. On the inspection side, being able to read a spark plug is a required skill along with being able to recognize signs of flashover on the ignition coil and boot.
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Brake & Front End
JANUARY 20, 2025
The most common reasons behind why a manual transmission fails are lack of lubrication, incorrect lubrication and improper or no clutch release. COMPLEXITY OF LUBRICATION Lubrication should be simple, but in the modern world NOTHING is simple. There was a time when virtually all stick transmissions ran on 90w gear oil. The synchronizer rings were brass or bronze, the cars and trucks shifted around 3,000 rpm and we had 3- and 4-speed transmissions.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 20, 2025
When repairing electrical connections, or doing any type of electrical work, you have two options to join wires together or connect them to a terminal. You can solder them, or you can use crimp connectors. Soldering produces a chemical bond. Crimping produces a mechanical bond from the force of compression. Many prefer soldering, as the repair is smaller in size, and often argued as more permanent due to the chemical nature of the bond.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 20, 2025
The new BendPak PL-6000DCX builds on the success of the PL-6000DC parking lift with a wider platform that improves access to vehicles parked on the bottom level. The commercial-grade PL-6000DCX can be installed in a typical 8-foot parking space indoors or outside. Each lift can accommodate two vehicles, including cars, SUVs and light trucks. It is designed to be ganged together via shared columns to fit more lifts in less space.
Tomorrow's Technician
JANUARY 20, 2025
Have you ever been driving and all of a sudden there is an annoying wind leak that was never there before? How about a drip during a rainstorm that just started? Nine out of 10 times these are caused by an aging or misaligned weatherstrip. If your customer is complaining of any of these issues, you need to break the symptoms down into a couple of categories.
Auto Service World
JANUARY 20, 2025
Standard Motor Products has added several new kits and multipacks to its line up. The Blue Streak GDI High-Pressure Fuel Pump Kits have been released for 3.7 million General Motor vehicles, like the 2019-16 Chevrolet Cruze, 2019-18 Chevrolet Equinox and 2019-18 GMC Terrain. Standard Oil Filter Housing Kits are new for multiple popular makes and models, including the 2024-19 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2024-19 RAM 1500, 2024-19 Dodge Durango, 2016-11 Volvo S60 and more.
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Auto Service World
JANUARY 20, 2025
A deal between NRS Brakes and Hirsig-Frazier Company will be working together the two companies announced. Hirsig-Frazier is a manufacturer representative organization with experience in the light, medium, heavy-duty and retail aftermarket industry. The announcement highlighted that this partnership will strengthen sales and marketing efforts for NRS Brakes across multiple states in the U.S.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 20, 2025
Tires and wheels both are round. Call me Captain Obvious if you want, but the real question is whether your shop should round out a sale by pairing tire and wheel packages. In this video, well explore whether pairing tires and wheels into packages can boost your shop’s sales and customer satisfaction. The Origins of Tire and Wheel Packages Car enthusiasts, not dealers, popularized the idea of tire and wheel packages.
AutoVitals
JANUARY 20, 2025
The increase in electric cars has sparked both excitement and skepticism in the automotive industry and in the most recent episode of AutoVitals Digital Shop Talk Radio, host Lauren Thunen and Brittany Schindler, owner of Rods Japanese Auto Care and Rods Master Auto Tech, explored whether EVs are merely hype or the sign of a significant industry shift.
Eastwood
JANUARY 20, 2025
Ask anyone who works in a welding or fab shop and theyll tell you an angle grinder is an indispensable tool. From cutting to grinding to stripping, theres almost nothing as versatile in the shop. The key is understanding which discs or wheels are right for the job at hand. Each one is designed for specific tasks and materials. Angle grinder discs come in various materials and designs, each suited for a specific task.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 20, 2025
BendPak introduced the PL-6000DCX parking lift to improve parking capacity and vehicle access. The lift features a wider platform for better accessibility. This design offers greater convenience for operators and users in commercial and personal settings, BendPak said. Key Features of the BendPak PL-6000DCX Parking Lift The PL-6000DCX installs in 8-foot parking spaces, indoors or outdoors.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
Subaru thrust its way into the mainstream in the 21st century thanks to its rugged, reliable, all-wheel-drive vehicles , including crossovers that drive more like normal cars than the truck-based SUVs of yore. As the traditional sedan was beginning to get replaced by the onslaught of these incredibly versatile Read more.
AutoSuccess
JANUARY 20, 2025
Cox Automotive Inc. announced the release of its annual Dealertrack Compliance Guide for 2025 , its 20 th edition. As the automotive industry remains stable yet faces major market shifts in the coming year related to fair financing, vehicle electrification and omnichannel buying, dealers must prioritize compliance to protect consumers and themselves from risks.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
Anyone who knows me knows I love a good silly performance SUV. The reveal of the original Porsche Cayenne was a formative moment for me, as it marked a real turning point in the evolution of the industry. Plus, I thought it was just awesome. In the two decades since the market has exploded, with companies like Aston Read more.
Eastwood
JANUARY 20, 2025
When I got serious about restoring my old Range Rover , I decided to track the time I spent doing so. My stint as a restoration shop manager opened my eyes to how many hours go into a quality restoration. And while Id resurrected several cars in the past, none of them was as involved as this one would be. I built a spreadsheet to manually record each days progress (even if it was often only two days a month).
RepairSmith
JANUARY 20, 2025
Feeling the heat because your car’s AC isn’t cooling like it used to? A refrigerant leak could be the culprit and ignoring it might cost you more than just comfort. From minor to major repairs, knowing the car refrigerant leak repair costs and the factors influencing them can help you budget for this service effectively. Keep reading to understand the repairs required to fix a car refrigerant leak and why taking timely action is necessary.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
These days, most cars can be found at or below MSRP. Inventory levels have mostly recovered, and dealers are generally willing to work with you. That said, not every new car that you could possibly want is going to be a great deal. In fact, several new cars are still selling for more than MSRP. It certainly isnt Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 20, 2025
Anyline said its AI-powered mobile data capture platform saved 1.3 million global work hours in 2024. Anyline said it achieved this milestone by delivering scalable, mobile-first solutions for automotive service, aftermarket, and fleet management industries. How AI-Powered Mobile Data Capture Improves Automotive Efficiency Anyline said it uses advanced AI and machine learning to replace outdated manual inspection methods.
AutoSuccess
JANUARY 20, 2025
KeyTrak is unveiling its next major advancement at the NADA Show 2025. Building on its partnership with TrueSpot , KeyTrak systems now allow dealership personnel to locate vehicles and their keys faster from the palm of their hand. Over the past year, the collaboration between TrueSpot and KeyTrak has continued to accelerate at a tremendous pace, said Mike Hanna, CEO of TrueSpot.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 20, 2025
Anyline said its AI-powered mobile data capture platform saved 1.3 million global work hours in 2024. Anyline said it achieved this milestone by delivering scalable, mobile-first solutions for automotive service, aftermarket, and fleet management industries. How AI-Powered Mobile Data Capture Improves Automotive Efficiency Anyline said it uses advanced AI and machine learning to replace outdated manual inspection methods.
DRIVE
JANUARY 20, 2025
When you open your shop, it may mean working 7 days a week, but I bet thats not your long-term dream. I bet you want to have a business where you have a great team onboard and you can check in remotely. Meaning having the ability to… Check out the entire column by Jim Saeli HERE in Ratchet+Wrench! Jim Saeli The post How Shop Culture Drives Remote Business Success appeared first on DRIVE.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 20, 2025
BendPak introduced the PL-6000DCX parking lift to improve parking capacity and vehicle access. The lift features a wider platform for better accessibility. This design offers greater convenience for operators and users in commercial and personal settings, BendPak said. Key Features of the BendPak PL-6000DCX Parking Lift The PL-6000DCX installs in 8-foot parking spaces, indoors or outdoors.
AutoSuccess
JANUARY 20, 2025
George Arrants, vice president of the ASE Education Foundation, will be one of the featured panelists for a discussion titled Finding and Keeping Technicians at the 2025 NADA event in New Orleans. The panel will take place Friday, Jan. 24 at 3:30 p.m. in room 215 of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The discussion will focus on how the shortage of qualified technicians is a challenge for many dealerships and how they can attract qualified technicians.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 20, 2025
Super GP Americas announced that BFGoodrich Tires will sponsor the 2025 Championship and become its official tire. Overview of Super GP Americas Championship Super GP Americas is a low-cost professional racing series, sanctioned by the United States Auto Club (USAC). It features two classes: SGP1 : Sebeco NP01 prototypes SGP2 : Copa 1.8 touring cars The series includes a $185,000 awards purse.
Danny’s Engineportal
JANUARY 20, 2025
Danny's Engineportal So, exhaust manifold leaks, can be dangerous. And, also cause other costly problems. The function of the exhaust manifold, is to collect the exhaust from each cylinder. And, then combine it, into one pipe. It [.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
When it comes to vehicle sales, 2024 wasnt too shabby , all things considered. The industry finally returned to some sort of status quo after years of battling following the COVID-19 Pandemic. Of course, prices are still high , but that didnt stop nearly 15.9 million new cars from being bought in 2024. Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
JANUARY 20, 2025
Super GP Americas announced that BFGoodrich Tires will sponsor the 2025 Championship and become its official tire. Overview of Super GP Americas Championship Super GP Americas is a low-cost professional racing series, sanctioned by the United States Auto Club (USAC). It features two classes: SGP1 : Sebeco NP01 prototypes SGP2 : Copa 1.8 touring cars The series includes a $185,000 awards purse.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
Acuras recent announcement that the RSX moniker would be returning on a new EV crossover unsurprisingly pissed off a few people who made their feelings known online. Slapping the name of a once-beloved sport compact onto an electric SUV was somehow blasphemy. Im here to tell anyone thats mad about it to get over Read more.
RepairSmith
JANUARY 20, 2025
Imagine this: It’s a scorching day; you’re stuck in traffic and hit the AC button for a blast of cold air. Instead, all you get is stale, hot air. If you also notice a musty smell or hear strange noises from your vents, chances are your AC evaporator might be on the fritz. Curious about what an AC evaporator replacement will cost you ? Well explain the full cost of replacing your AC evaporator.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
Happy Monday! Apparently today is officially the bleakest day of the year , but Im not sure I buy into that theory as Im pretty sure its just a means of selling more holidays for the year ahead. Holidays are pretty good though , so make sure youre taking time off when you can. Read more.
Automotive Fleet
JANUARY 20, 2025
Vincentric's quarterly snapshot of ownership costs reveal an entire year of relative calm after two years of pandemic volatility.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
Todays Nice Price or No Dice RAV4 represents the first generation of a model that would become Toyotas top-selling car in the U.S. Lets find out whether this nicely kept old-school cute-ute is priced to sell on its own. Read more.
AutoSuccess
JANUARY 20, 2025
BendPak Inc. kicked off 2025 with enhancements to its management team. Sean Price moved to a newly created position as director of quality control, product development and management for the special products division. David Reunert joined BendPak to take over for Price as director of sales operations. Tyler Rex rejoined the company in a new position as senior director of marketing.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
Automakers have been experimenting with electric cars for over a century. While many consider the GM EV1 to be the first mainstream electric car for the masses, some American automakers were experimenting with bringing an EV to market decades before General Motors, including Dodge, GMs direct rival. One of Dodges Read more.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
Australians are doing the English language better than any of the rest of us. I once heard one of them refer to eating gas station food as smashing a dirty servo bite, and from that point on I was absolutely sold on their perfect dialect. Recently, though, I discovered another type of automotive word that Read more.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 20, 2025
When the mountains in France begin to cover with snow , posh people from all around descend on places like Tignes-Val dIsere, Portes du Soleil and Grand Massif to show off how great they are at skiing. But snowsports arent the only thing you can do on a snow-capped alp you can also go racing. The perfect car for Read more.
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