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At the Automotive Training Centre (ATC) Cambridge campus, learning takes many forms, from hands-on auto mechanic shop work to interactive digital tools. In today’s spotlight, we sit down with Daniel Endresza, a current auto mechanic training student, to explore his unique journey and the importance of multimedia learning in shaping the next generation of automotive professionals.
A new report points to significant hurdles for electric vehicles (EVs) in appealing to the majority of pre-owned vehicle buyers. This could potentially prolong the lifespan of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and boosting the ICE aftermarket well into the future. The Lang Marketing report, EVs Lack Appeal for Many Pre-Owned Buyers, Boosting the Long-Term ICE Aftermarket, highlighted the challenges facing EV adoption considering that 80 per cent of vehicles on the road are pre-owned vehi
Effective inventory management is crucial for anyone entering an auto parts specialist career. Whether working in a dealership, repair shop, or parts store after auto parts training , mastering the art of ordering inventory can make all the difference. After completing your training at CATI, here are five best practices for a successful career. 1. Understand Demand Patterns One of the key skills you’ll develop during your auto parts course is analyzing customer demand.
When it comes to dual-clutch transmissions (DCT), there’s no doubt that the Volkswagen Group has been at the forefront of development. VW was one of the first manufacturers to make use of the unique gearbox, and their Direct-Shift Gearbox (DSG) transmission has been seen in various Volkswagens and VW Group vehicles ever since. DSGs are labeled as S-Tronic on Audi models that use the transmission.
Radford Motors , the company founded by English automotive TV personality Ant Anstead and Formula 1 driver Jenson Button, promised to build 12 road-going examples of its Lotus-based Pikes Peak racer , the Type 62-2 , for $1 million a pop. Instead, the company has filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy and customers are coming after… Read more.
The MaxiSYS 906 MAX, set to be shipped by Autel on Nov. 1, 2024, is a diagnostic and service tablet. It features extensive vehicle coverage, a service menu with over 40 guided resets, adaptations, and coding functions. The tablet also offers secure gateway access for late-model Nissan, Stellantis, Volkswagen and Audi vehicles, OE-equivalent active tests, and special functions.
Autel has partnered with Revv, a developer of AI software that identifies vehicle Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), to bring ADAS identification and a repair and service workflow to the vehicle repair industry. The companies said the partnership will empower automotive mechanical repair shops nationwide by integrating Revv’s ADAS research platform with the Autel MaxiSYS IA900 wheel alignment and ADAS calibration solution.
Good morning! It’s Thursday, October 31, 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.
Good morning! It’s Thursday, October 31, 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.
In this episode of Drivetime , Dr. Christian Dickopf, senior vice president, Corteco Division at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies, shared his perspective on the evolving automotive aftermarket industry and the essential factors for career success. With more than 18 years of experience at Freudenberg Group, Corteco’s parent company, his journey from product development to leadership underscores the value of diverse skills and networking in this field.
In this episode of Drivetime , Dr. Christian Dickopf, senior vice president, Corteco Division at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies, shared his perspective on the evolving automotive aftermarket industry and the essential factors for career success. With more than 18 years of experience at Freudenberg Group, Corteco’s parent company, his journey from product development to leadership underscores the value of diverse skills and networking in this field.
We all know that word of mouth is one of the best forms of advertising. But there are some auto shop owners that say that due to Google and social media, it's not as effective as it once was. I still say that building strong relationships with your ideal customers is the best marketing strategy. Your thoughts?
Autel has partnered with Revv, a developer of AI software that identifies vehicle Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), to bring ADAS identification and a repair and service workflow to the vehicle repair industry. The companies said the partnership will empower automotive mechanical repair shops nationwide by integrating Revv’s ADAS research platform with the Autel MaxiSYS IA900 wheel alignment and ADAS calibration solution.
Way back in the 1980s and 1990s, a general auto repair shop was possible. But back then the dominant cars on the roads were GM, Ford And Chrysler, with a sprinkle of Japanese cars. Today, is it possible to be a general repair shop, and work on all makes, all models?
AAA’s new study shows 2024 vehicles equipped with AEB significantly outperform older models in collision prevention, offering key insights for fleet safety and the future of braking technology.
Who doesn’t love a good fart joke? I know the French do. Well, at least I think they do, because there’s no way this wasn’t intentional (please ignore the fact that they speak French ). It has come to my attention that one of the Renault Avantime’s engine choices , a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder motor, was… Read more.
Discover how Certified repair shops grow with honest service, personalized care, and community involvement, leading to customer loyalty and business success. The post Building Customer Loyalty Through Service and Community appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.
The redesigned 2025 Toyota 4Runner has yet to arrive at dealerships, but that hasn’t stopped Toyota from doing up a rad concept for this year’s SEMA show that kicks off in just a couple weeks. Called the 4Runner TRD Surf, it calls back to the Hilux Surf that was offered in Japan back in the 1980s, and we have a… Read more.
Grow your sales and gross profit without processing more vehicles through the door by refining the selling and service skills of your CSR and estimator team.
With streaming services like Spotify or Apple Music you can listen to whatever your little heart desires, whether that’s informative podcasts , engaging audiobooks or Arctic Monkeys’ perfect seventh studio album “The Car” for the 900th time. One thing Spotify doesn’t have, however, is an enormous back catalog of vintage… Read more.
Understanding and Fixing Jeep Death Wobble We’ve all heard terrifying stories of death wobblethe unpredictable, erratic shaking that makes your vehicle feel as if it’s falling apart. This unnerving experience can leave drivers gripping the wheel for dear life, unsure of what went wrong. However, despite its dramatic reputation, death wobble is a well-known and manageable issue.
Spirit Airlines announced on Thursday that it will furlough 330 pilots at the end of January next year. The canary yellow-branded carrier has been in a coal mine even before a federal judge shot down a $3.8 billion merger with JetBlue Airways in March. Spirit failed to report a profit in five of the last six quarters.… Read more.
The logos that represent car brands and models often act as a proxy for an otherwise ever-evolving and amorphous concept , so they had better be good ones. When someone thinks about Mercedes-Benz, what do they envision in their head? One of the first things that comes to mind is likely the brand’s iconic three-pointed… Read more.
VinFast is getting a huge cash infusion from an investment group led by Emirates Driving Co., a UAE-based driver education company, to the tune of at least $1 billion. The company is also set to provide VinFast with its expertise in driver training , road safety and the development of an electric vehicle ecosystem,… Read more.
The Ohio State University has been awarded $26 million in federal funding to initiate natural rubber production in the United States and enhance workforce development. The U.S. National Science Foundation announced funding on Aug. 21, for the creation of the “Transformation of American Rubber through Domestic Innovation for Supply Security” (TARDISS) Engineering Research Center (ERC).
Halloween is always fun for the kids who don’t get run over , but the “trick” part of trick-or-treating isn’t always so fun for the parents who come out to find their car has been vandalized. Those rascals. Instead of being the kind of loser who calls the cops over a little silly string, why not be prepared? Here’s the… Read more.
Light trucks have extended their domination in the new vehicle market, continuing to account for the vast majority of sales. At the same time, the luxury vehicle market is retreating, according to data from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. New light vehicle sales in Canada grew by 4 per cent in the third quarter of 2024, contributing to a year-to-date increase of 8.1 per cent.
Hyundai has some of the best looking cars on the market right now with creations like the Ioniq 5 and 6, the Elantra N and the excellent new Santa Fe. Not content with resting on its good-looking laurels, the Korean automaker has just unveiled the future of its design language with the unveiling of the Initium SUV. Read more.
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Happy autumn, everyone. The sun is shining, but the air’s gotten a bit chillier, and the leaves are in a full array of yellows, reds, and browns. You just need the right car to see it all in, which is why earlier this week I asked you for the best fall foliage sightseeing vehicles. Today, we’re parsing through your… Read more.
Six Hundred Thousand. That’s how many technicians are needed to fill the void in the automotive repair industry. Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper are looking to do something about it. Since 2018, the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance has celebrated technicians across the U.S. and Canada by naming the Technician of the Year. The 2024 event is our latest stop on the Road to AAPEX.
Jason was very excited to finally get the very cool and retro-styled Ford Bronco, but then he realized that the functional space wasn’t much different than his ten-year-old CR-V. He wants to consider some other options in the 4x4 space, so what car should he buy? Read more.
Six Hundred Thousand. That’s how many technicians are needed to fill the void in the automotive repair industry. Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper are looking to do something about it. Since 2018, the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance has celebrated technicians across the U.S. and Canada by naming the Technician of the Year. The 2024 event is our latest stop on the Road to AAPEX.
The Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR was a monster of a car in the late 1990s. Just 26 of the $1 million 622-horsepower, V12 homologation specials were ever made. Given that they’re legendary and extremely expensive now, most of us will probably never have one. Unless we build one ourselves, which is exactly what one South… Read more.
Perhaps one of the most frustrating things in business is dealing with aftermarket warranty companies. Whenever a customer showed me their warranty papers, I could feel my blood pressure raise. Most of these companies want to dictate to us how much we can charge, sometimes the parts we can use, and want to be in control of the entire process. How do you deal with the aftermarket warranty companies?
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