Auto Service World
APRIL 15, 2024
Air Lift Company has expanded its lineup with the introduction of new air spring kits for the 2023-2024 Ford F-350 4WD DRW. The latest offerings include LoadLifter 5000-series kits, LoadLifter 7500 XL Ultimate kits, and exclusive Air Lift ProSeries kits. … The post New air spring kits from Air Lift Company appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 15, 2024
The construction of a major battery manufacturing complex in Arizona, announced by LG Energy Solution last year, is on track to be completed in two years with the first round of hiring expected to begin at the end of this year. The company provided progress updates on its $5.5 billion stand-alone facility during a stakeholder meeting on April 3 at Combs High School in San Tan Valley near the town of Queen Creek where the complex is located.
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Auto Service World
APRIL 15, 2024
Standard Motor Products (SMP) has unveiled a new range of trailer connectors, adapters and accessories under the Pollak brand, catering to light-duty and medium-duty trucks and SUVs for towing purposes. The Trailer Connector lineup is organized into five distinct product … The post SMP adds trailer accessories under Pollack brand appeared first on Auto Service World.
Brake & Front End
APRIL 15, 2024
CC: Hey, I got a great shortcut for you. If you’re working on wheel hubs, if you have one where you’re dealing with a harness for the wheel speed sensor that may be behind a fender liner, has all these horrible Christmas trees on it to get in and out from behind areas that you’ve never seen, well, you can just simply take the old out and then put it in the new and get rid of the new harness.
Auto Service World
APRIL 15, 2024
Out of all ASE-certified techs, only 1.4 per cent are also certified in EV repair. This need for safe and hands-on educational resources to ensure shops are ready for the EV transition is the impetus behind a new training tour … The post Bosch launching EV training tour appeared first on Auto Service World.
Brake & Front End
APRIL 15, 2024
Green Li-ion , a lithium-ion battery recycling technology company, announced the launch of its first commercial-scale installation to produce sustainable, battery-grade materials, the first of its kind in North America, it said. The plant, located within an existing recycling facility, will produce valuable battery-grade cathode and anode materials from concentrated components of spent batteries using Green Li-ion’s patented multi-cathode-producing Green-hydrorejuvenation technology, the company
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 15, 2024
Women in Auto Care is introducing its revamped Connection Circle, Women of the World. The event will take place the first Wednesday of every month beginning in May. “Join Dunya and Ellonyia as they host this engaging connection circle to discuss ways in which women can strengthen their visibility and amplify their roles within the automotive industry!
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Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 15, 2024
Green Li-ion , a lithium-ion battery recycling technology company, announced the launch of its first commercial-scale installation to produce sustainable, battery-grade materials, the first of its kind in North America, it said. The plant, located within an existing recycling facility, will produce valuable battery-grade cathode and anode materials from concentrated components of spent batteries using Green Li-ion’s patented multi-cathode-producing Green-hydrorejuvenation technology, the company
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
Last year, the best-selling SUV in America was, of course, Toyota's iconic RAV4 with almost 435k units – it was followed by the Tesla Model Y rising star with around 400k and from a distance by the eternal competitor, Honda's CR-V (over 361k). Even better, when Toyota tallied the sales figures. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 15, 2024
CC: Hey, I got a great shortcut for you. If you’re working on wheel hubs, if you have one where you’re dealing with a harness for the wheel speed sensor that may be behind a fender liner, has all these horrible Christmas trees on it to get in and out from behind areas that you’ve never seen, well, you can just simply take the old out and then put it in the new and get rid of the new harness.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
The Dodge Dart came to be in 1960 but needed a few years to settle in the position it became famous. Originally a full-size rig, the Dart was re-assigned midsize duty in 1962. Dodge redesigned it for the compact market a year later, replacing the short-lived Lancer. Initially a so. ( continue reading.
Danny’s Engineportal
APRIL 15, 2024
The post Wet Compression Test – How To Do It – What Will It Tell You appeared first on Danny's Engineportal. After you have done a basic compression test, the next step is a wet compression test. Above all, an engine’s cylinders need a good seal between the rings, and the cylinder walls. Also, between the [.] The post Wet Compression Test – How To Do It – What Will It Tell You appeared first on Danny's Engineportal.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
The world didn't know, but the goat was already approaching its end in 1970. The yearly sales fell dramatically this year to only 10,532 units, with the hardtop accounting for 9,497 units. The convertible was much rarer, with 6. ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 15, 2024
Ever since the fuel pump was moved to the fuel tank, fuel pressure replaced the float height as a measure of fuel system health and performance. Checking the height of the float might have required some disassembly or special tools to bend the arms of the float. When the shift was made to port or throttle body fuel injection, all a technician needed to diagnose a fuel problem was a set of “noid lights,” a fuel pressure gauge and maybe a multi-meter.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
Following a disastrous first quarter caused by an EV demand slowdown, Tesla announced massive layoffs. According to an internal memo signed by Elon Musk, this could affect over 10% of the company's global workforce. The news comes after Cybertruck shifts were cut short at Giga Texas last week. Tesla reported disappointing Q1 2024 production and delivery numbers on April 2, shocking analysts and investors.
Automotive Fleet
APRIL 15, 2024
The arrangement will help the five-lane auction develop business and expand further into the national vehicle consignor market.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
Two good friends visited me for the first time since I moved to the countryside. After fiddling with the RX-7 for a few hours, we saw down for lunch. And then, I brought out all my cases of unopened Hot Wheels collectibles. They spent 30 minutes looking at the models that caught their eye from the get-go, as they're both passionate about the hobby.
Autoblog: Car News
APRIL 15, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Weird Car News , Alfa Romeo , Crossover , SUV , Electric , Luxury Continue reading Italy forces Alfa Romeo Milano name change — call it Junior now Italy forces Alfa Romeo Milano name change — call it Junior now originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
You're probably a bit tired of hearing about revolutionary aircraft designs being in the works, and also a bit disappointed that many of these projects usually fail, just like the startups behind them, long before they can actually take off. But some of these ideas do have the potential of making it, and one way to measure that is by looking at how interested other companies are in them.
Mitchell 1
APRIL 15, 2024
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autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
As gorgeous and innovative as superyachts are – and they can be mind-blowing in terms of design and features – there is only so much room for innovation to houseboats, which mostly retain a boxy, not exactly very appealing shape. This one is the exception. Other houseboats walked down ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 15, 2024
The satisfaction gap with original equipment tires between electric vehicles (EVs) and gas-powered vehicles is widening, as EV owners say their tires are wearing faster, according to the recently released J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Study. J.D. Power said the study shows that EV owners have similar expectations of tire wear as owners of gas-powered vehicles do, despite EV tires naturally wearing faster due to greater vehicle weight and higher torque.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
Four Lamborghini Revueltos supercars caused quite a commotion in London. They took over the streets of the British capital, looking and sounding just like fighter jets. There was no way in a million years that those cars could have kept a low profile once they left the dealership. People stopped whatever they were doing and grabbed their phones to snap photos of the exclusive convoy that together sports 4,004 horsepower (1,060 metric hors. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 15, 2024
It sure looks like Tesla has issued a stop-sale order of new Cybertrucks to address a serious problem with the truck’s accelerator pedal which could lead to unintended acceleration issues. A number of forum and social media posts on X and TikTok have brought up the issue. Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
1965 was the year of the Impala, as Chevrolet's full-size model broke another record and became the first car in the US to sell more than 1 million units in a year. However, the Nova was also getting more intriguing for buyers in Chevy's domestic market. Originally launched without a V8 engine, the Nova evolved to become a small rocket on wheels, with the 1965 model year witnessing the introduction of a 327 small-block engine.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 15, 2024
The satisfaction gap with original equipment tires between electric vehicles (EVs) and gas-powered vehicles is widening, as EV owners say their tires are wearing faster, according to the recently released J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Study. J.D. Power said the study shows that EV owners have similar expectations of tire wear as owners of gas-powered vehicles do, despite EV tires naturally wearing faster due to greater vehicle weight and higher torque.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
E-bikes have greatly evolved over the last few years. From bulky, awkward machines with limited battery life, they have slowly developed into lighter, more appealing, and more powerful two-wheelers. That's because riders nowadays are looking for fast electric bikes that can offer them the perfect combination of style and performance. With this in mind, Juiced Bikes has introduced a groundbreaking new e-bike capable of offering the u. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 15, 2024
Rivian R1T and R1S trucks were allowed access to the previously Tesla-only Supercharger network in mid-March, as Tesla has been slowly allowing more electric vehicles to charge on its North American Charging Standard plugs with an adapter. A new Rivian owner was given something of a chilly reception when stopping for… Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
If there was ever a question regarding which Corvette variant is the most desirable from a driving enthusiast’s standpoint, I think this listing just went a long way in providing us with a convincing answer. Yes, the brand-new Z06 C8 is a wonderful piece of kit and just mind-numbingly quick. But the C7-based ZR1 is a different type of beast. The market appears to have swung for the current-gen Z06 Vette.
Jalopnik
APRIL 15, 2024
Happy Monday! It’s April 15, 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.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
When discussing Plymouths from the 1950s, we usually think about the Belvedere and the Fury. Nameplates like the Plaza, Savoy, and Suburban are rarely remembered outside the Plymouth fan club. Introduced in 1951 as a pillarless hardtop version of the Cranbrook, the Belvedere became a sta. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 15, 2024
A large “HELP” sign made out of palm leaves saved the lives of three stranded sailors on a tiny island in the Pacific Ocean for more than a week after members of the U.S. Coast Guard spotted it from the sky. Sometimes you can learn a thing or two from the movies. Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
Car junkyards are sad for two reasons. First, they tell stories of vehicles that have been discarded when newer cars became available. Second, only a tiny fraction get rescued and restored. But even so, some junkyards are nice places to hang around, especially those no longer operating. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
APRIL 15, 2024
Aston Martin has had a shaky few years. From canceled models to new leadership and some much-maligned tech and ergonomics, the 111-year-old British company has been struggling to cement its place and purpose in the modern world. The recent cars have been gorgeous and in many ways great to drive, but up against more… Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
1953 was a transition year for motoring America, and perhaps nothing represents it better than the Corvette. The new Chevrolet was not just an upheaval against sportscar imports from across the oceans but the signal of a revolution. The number-one-selling carmaker in America was done with the legacy of prewar fashion and the foggy second half of the forties, and it was sounding the trumpets of a new age in carmaking.
Jalopnik
APRIL 15, 2024
After launching its all-electric lineup with the Grecale Folgore SUV and GranTurismo Folgore coupe , Maserati is expanding its range of EVs with its first battery-powered convertible: the GranCabrio Folgore. The droptop version of the electric GranTurismo takes the title of the fastest convertible EV on the market … Read more.
autoevolution
APRIL 15, 2024
1964 was the year Cassius Clay became Muhammad Ali. Martin Luther King received the Nobel Peace Prize. The Beatles caused a frenzy the first time they arrived in America. And the Ford Mustang was born. The first Ford Mustang rolled off the production line on March 9, 1964, at the factory in Dearborn, Michigan, springin. ( continue reading.
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