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Enhanced Media: AIA Canada Incoming Chair, Ryan Bruno, Jobber News, March 2024

Auto Service World

Jobber News editor Adam Malik sat down with Ryan Bruno to talk about his role as chair of AIA Canada. His one-year term will officially begin in April following the association’s AGM. You can read the interview in the March … The post <span style=color:#ff0000>Enhanced Media:</span> AIA Canada Incoming Chair, Ryan Bruno, Jobber News, March 2024 appeared first on Auto Service World.

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How to Negotiate with Insurance Companies

Automotive Training Institute

ATI | Do you dread negotiating with insurance companies? We look at how you can build a working relationship that doesn't kill your profitability. The post How to Negotiate with Insurance Companies appeared first on ATI.

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Helpful Tips for Hiring the Right Personal Injury Lawyer

Auto Service World

When you’re on the hunt for a personal injury lawyer, it can feel a bit like trying to find the best coffee shop in a city brimming with them. You want that perfect spot that feels just right, where they … The post Helpful Tips for Hiring the Right Personal Injury Lawyer appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Standard Motor Products Announces 123 New Numbers

Brake & Front End

Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) announced the introduction of 123 new part numbers in its March new number announcement. The release provides new coverage in 53 distinct product categories and 47 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles. Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Segment Standard’s Fuel Injection program has expanded with eight GDI High-Pressure Fuel Pumps and GDI High-Pressure Fuel Pump Kits.

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Autel Releases the AC Elite G2 Charging Series 

Tomorrow's Technician

Autel Energy released the next generation of its MaxiCharger AC Elite EV charger series, the G2 business (commercial) and home (residential) models. The AC Elite G2 series was given the 2024 iF Design Award for best automotive product design. According to Autel, the AC Elite G2 was designed to provide charging capabilities for a wide range of vehicle brands.

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Autel Releases the AC Elite G2 Charging Series 

Brake & Front End

Autel Energy released the next generation of its MaxiCharger AC Elite EV charger series, the G2 business (commercial) and home (residential) models. The AC Elite G2 series was given the 2024 iF Design Award for best automotive product design. According to Autel, the AC Elite G2 was designed to provide charging capabilities for a wide range of vehicle brands.

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How To Build Trust With Auto Repair Shop Customers

Solera

Building trust with customers is a cornerstone of any business success. Independent repair shops rely heavily on their reputation within their community. Trust leads to customer loyalty, positive referrals, and a strong brand reputation. Trust also reduces costs, enhances partnerships, and contributes to the overall sustainability and ethical standing of your business.

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BendPak Founder Don Henthorn Passes Away

Brake & Front End

Don Henthorn, owner and founder of BendPak Inc., peacefully passed away at home Thursday, March 28, at the age of 85. Under his leadership, BendPak has grown from a small machine shop to one of the world’s leading manufacturers of car lifts and automotive service equipment. Management and operations of the privately owned company are unchanged. Henthorn transitioned day-to-day management to the current leadership team in 2022 as part of an established succession plan.

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CCC Report Analyzes Labor Pressures, Vehicle Complexity

Tomorrow's Technician

CCC Intelligent Solutions Inc. (CCC) announced it has published its 2024 Crash Course Report, which indicates that increasing vehicle complexity, combined with rising labor costs and shortages, are placing persistent pressure on both insurers and repairers. New findings show that while vehicles may be safer, more capable of avoiding crashes and more environmentally friendly, advanced technology is contributing to costlier repairs, higher claims costs and longer cycle times.

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Bill Goldberg Takes Delivery of 2023 Dodge Challenger Demon 170, It's a One-of-One

autoevolution

Bill Goldberg may be famous for his wrestling career, but he's also a muscle car enthusiast. He's also a big Mopar guy, owning both modern and classic rigs. And as of Mach 2024, Bill enjoys the fastest and most powerful muscle car on the planet, the 2023 Dodge Challenger Demon 170. &l. ( continue reading.

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Diesel Turbocharging Basics

Tomorrow's Technician

Why Real Twin Turbos Aren’t Seen on Diesel Engines A noticeable trend in OEM vehicles, and the aftermarket that supports them, is a lack of twin-turbo systems. However, when it comes to performance spark-ignition engines, twin-turbo set ups appear to be fairly common, while in turbo diesels it is only seen on very strict OEM conditions and rarely in performance diesel conditions.

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1968 Dodge Super Bee Saved From the Junkyard Is a True HEMI in Sunfire Yellow

autoevolution

Introduced in 1965, the street-spec 426-cubic-inch (7.0-liter) HEMI V8 engine found its way into 10,000 to 11,000 cars through 1971. It was offered in no fewer than 13 Dodge and Plymouth nameplates, and all of them are quite rare and highly desirable nowadays. But while gearheads ar. ( continue reading.

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Can You Look at a Solar Eclipse Through a Welding Helmet?

Eastwood

Every time there’s a solar eclipse, the media is obligated to remind everyone not to look directly at it. A solar eclipse, for those who were drawing cars in science class like I was, occurs when the moon passes between Earth and the sun, blocking out some (or all) of the light from the sun. Special viewing glasses are required to view an eclipse without causing permanent damage to your vision.

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First Track Drive in 2024 Chevy Corvette E-Ray Brings Out Zero to 60 mph in 2.1s!

autoevolution

Byron Glover Jr., the host of the Drive 615 channel on YouTube and a well-known C8 Chevy "stocker," manages an exclusively fast E-Ray launch control attempt while on a visit to the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park (NCMSP) in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Chevrolet is notoriously slow to add Corvette. ( continue reading.

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Volkswagen's RooBadge aims to reduce car-kangaroo collisions in Australia

Autoblog: Car News

Filed under: Weird Car News , Volkswagen , Safety , Technology , Emerging Technologies Continue reading Volkswagen's RooBadge aims to reduce car-kangaroo collisions in Australia Volkswagen's RooBadge aims to reduce car-kangaroo collisions in Australia originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 1 Apr 2024 13:23:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible With 15K Miles Emerges After 41 Years, "Possibly 1 Of 1"

autoevolution

Pontiac produced 3,783 GTO convertibles in 1970, and the Judge accounted for only 162 examples. While the Judge was no longer as successful as in 1969, it's unknown how many 1970 model year examples are still around today. The easiest to find should be the convertible fitted with the standard 400 V8 engine paired with an automatic transmission, as Pontiac produced 2,173 units.

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The Fleet View: Harnessing AI, Addressing Privacy & Security

Automotive Fleet

Artificial intelligence is already in use today. But what new near-term integrations will provide value for fleets, and what steps should organizations take to ensure they’re protected?

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2025 Cadillac Eldorado Virtually Lowers Its Roof Waiting for Summer

autoevolution

It's not only land yachts that have lost ground to the crossover and SUV frenzy these past few years, but traditional sedans, too, alongside other body styles that don't have many inches between their bellies and the road. Fortunately, numerous companies remain committed to low-slung models, including several American ones. Cadillac's name is written on the list, and the GM-owned premium car brand has the CT4 and CT5 in it. ( continue reading.

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Top 10 diagnostic products: Q1 2024

Vehicle Service Pros

Are you in the market for new diagnostic tools and equipment? Take a look at the most viewed diagnostic tools/updates on VehicleServicePros.com from the first quarter.

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Rare 1992 Pontiac Trans Am Convertible Has Just 30K Miles, Only 633 Produced

autoevolution

The 1992 Trans Am might not necessarily be a collector's dream, but an original example in tip-top shape deserves a place in an automotive museum. The convertible in these photos is an unbelievable survivor, coming with only 30K miles on the clock. The owner guarantees it's the original mileage, with the original fuel-injected 5.0-liter V8 engine still in the car.

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Elliott Earns Top-Five Finish at Richmond

The NAPA Network

Chase Elliott and No. 9 UniFirst team qualified second for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway The 28-year-old driver led the opening five laps of the race before ending stage one in the seventh position After finishing stage two in the 13th spot, Elliott rebounded for a fifth-place finish at the Virginia short track – his best result of the season The 2020 premier series champion is now eighth in the Cup Series points standings Chase Elliott earned a front row starting position

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Plane With Diamond-Shaped Wings and No Control Surfaces to Fly in 2025

autoevolution

One doesn't have to be an aviator to understand how an aircraft works. In simplistic terms, engines push it through the air, the wings provide lift, and various control surfaces like stabilizers, rudder, flaps, ailerons, and slats allow the plane to climb, descent, bank, or roll. That's how planes have been doing their thing for more than 120 years now, and it's a system that works.

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Royal Astronomer Calls Elon Musk’s Mars Plan A ‘Dangerous Illusion’

Jalopnik

Space X CEO and certified brain genius Elon Musk has claimed in the past that he aims to load a million people into space ships and launch them at Mars before 2050. The space company run by the second-richest man in the world says that colonizing Mars is “necessary for the long-term survival of the human species.”… Read more.

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This Dug-Up, Dusted-Off, and Slammed 1946 Chevrolet Lives Again as a Beer-Serving Rat Rod

autoevolution

I'll be honest: when I first witnessed what you're about to see, it took me a second to understand that it's all completely intentional. Let's dig into one of the most amazing restoration jobs I've seen in a very long time. Folks, take a nice long look at what we have before us today. It's even possible that you've spotted this hunk of rolling magic in the news before.

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Elon Musk Is Turning Off Would-Be Tesla Buyers

Jalopnik

Good morning! It’s Monday, April 1, 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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Chrysler Recalls Pacifica and Voyager Minivans for Inadequate Windshield Adhesion

autoevolution

For the 2024 model year, Chrysler is a two-model brand, of which one is a fleet-only affair. Both the Pacifica and more spartan Voyager have been hit with a safety recall for inadequate windshield adhesion, a concern that affects a small number of vehicles produced in the period from December 2023 to January 2024 at Windsor Assembly Plant. FCA US LLC's Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance organization became aware of this probl. ( continue reading.

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2025 Hyundai Tucson Tech Prioritizes Driver Safety

Automotive Fleet

The 2025 Tucson features safety tech advancements, over-the-air update capabilities, a more open-feeling interior design for enhanced driver comfort.

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Custom 2023 Peterbilt 389 Packs Kitchen, Shower and Bed, Costs Ferrari Purosangue Money

autoevolution

Technically, whenever you hear about a semi-truck with a Day Cab configuration, it means that it doesn’t feature a sleeper cabin. They’re also usually more fuel-efficient and more maneuverable through traffic, compared to Sleeper Cab models. Of course, you can also customize your Day Cab semi to feature a custom sleeper configuration, but doing so (especially if it means buying a brand-new truck) will almost certainly. ( continue reading.

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Annual Easter Safari Proves Jeep Still Gets Enthusiasts

Eastwood

Say what you will about Jeep owners – and the internet is chock full of Jeep memes – but they’re a passionate bunch. A spirit of adventure runs deep in many Jeep owners. They spend thousands of dollars on outfitting and personalizing their vehicles for off-roading, overloading, and adventure travel. And every year for nearly six decades, they’ve been flocking to Moab, Utah each spring for the Easter Jeep Safari.

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This Amazing Camper Van Boasts a Groovy 70s-Style Interior and Multipurpose Rooftop Rack

autoevolution

Vanlife is still booming all over the world, and it's no longer just a lifestyle governed by absolute freedom and simplicity; it's become a social movement with a devoted community of enthusiasts and a full-blown industry. The beauty of camper vans is that they come in many shapes and forms and can be fully customized to fit the owner's needs and desires.

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Can You Look at a Solar Eclipse Through a Welding Helmet?

Eastwood

Every time there’s a solar eclipse, the media is obligated to remind everyone not to look directly at it. A solar eclipse, for those who were drawing cars in science class like I was, occurs when the moon passes between Earth and the sun, blocking out some (or all) of the light from the sun. Special viewing glasses are required to view an eclipse without causing permanent damage to your vision.

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Bodywel's "Mini" T16 Could Be This Year's Cheapest Chinese Folding E-Bike: Costs Just $600

autoevolution

The growing trend of e-bikes has finally reached a stage where we can offer future owners an EV that costs as little as $600. That's the case with Bodywel's T16, the full-suspension "pocket rocket" we have before us. Grab a helmet, and let's dive into what can be considered this year's least expensive adult-oriented e-bike.

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Does It Matter What Battery I Put in My Car? (+How to Decide)

RepairSmith

Will replacing your old car battery with the wrong one lead to a problem? The short answer: Yes. Car batteries come in a variety of sizes, types, and fits. The wrong battery can impede your vehicle’s electrical systems and overall performance. Read on to learn why putting the right battery in your car is important and how to choose one. This Article Contains: Does It Matter What Battery I Put in My Car?

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Redesigned 2025 or 2026 Dodge Durango Shows Its Ritzy Colors, Albeit Only in CGI

autoevolution

Over the years, Dodge has sold just three generations of the Durango nameplate after its arrival in 1997 as the spiritual successor to the Dodge Town Wagon and Dodge Ramcharger. The latter has since been revived by the Ram division of Stellantis as an intermediate step between the ICE-powered 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane models and the Ram 1500 REV with range-extender. ( continue reading.

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9 Steps to Perform a Successful U-joint Replacement

RepairSmith

Do you hear high-pitched squeaking noise while driving? Or see a puddle of transmission fluid (a reddish fluid) beneath your car? This could indicate a faulty universal joint that needs a replacement ASAP. So, should you replace it immediately ? Or continue driving with a bad U-joint ? We’ll address your concerns and introduce you to the U-joint replacement process.

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Facelifted 2025 GMC Yukon Denali Reveals Subtle Digital Tweaks in Unofficial Presentation

autoevolution

Unlike Chevrolet, which has five new vehicles – all-new 2025 Equinox and Equinox EV, refreshed 2025 Tahoe and Suburban, plus the Silverado EV – GMC currently puts on the waiting list only the all-new 2024 Acadia mid-size crossover SUV and the first-ever Sierra EV Denali Edition 1. However, since Chevrolet has already outed the ( continue reading.

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Ten Things Great Business Owners Do Every Day

DRIVE

The demands of running a successful business can be overwhelming and important tasks may be overlooked amidst the daily chaos. To ensure sustained growth and success, many successful owners have identified key tasks that, when incorporated into their daily routine, contribute to a focused and efficient operation. Let’s explore these ten essential tasks that can make a significant impact on your business.