Automotive Training Centre
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Auto detailing is an intricate craft that blends precision, care, and technical expertise to make vehicles shine inside and out. Having the right tools in your collection is essential to achieving professional results. Let’s explore four tools every auto detailing professional should consider adding—and how ATC’s Auto Detailing Training Course equips you to use them effectively.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Three people have died and another person is in hospital after a Tesla Cybertruck crashed and burst into flames in California in the early hours of Wednesday morning. The truck reportedly mounted a curb , smashed through a barrier and got wedged in between a tree and a wall before bursting into flames. Read more.
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Automotive Training Centre
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
As the automotive industry shifts towards a more sustainable future, electric vehicle (EV) sales have become a key indicator of progress. EV sales have faced some turbulence in recent years, causing many to question what’s in store for 2025. At ATC Surrey, we aim to prepare students for success in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle industry through our hybrid technology program, equipping them with the skills to thrive in the ever-changing automotive sector.
RepairSmith
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Noticed a puff of blue smoke trailing behind your car or oil disappearing faster than your morning coffee? Well, that could be your valve seals calling it quits. These tiny but crucial components act as the engine’s gatekeepers, keeping oil out of the combustion chamber. But when the valve seals wear out , it can lead to bigger, pricier repairs if you don’t act quickly.
Auto Remarketing
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The first certified pre-owned program is still the best. That’s the conclusion of U.S. News & World Report , which named Lexus — the brand that introduced CPO in 1996 — as the Best Certified Pre-Owned Program in its 2025 Best Vehicle Brand and Best Certified Pre-Owned Program awards. The magazine evaluated 38 brands to select the top names in four key segments of the automotive market: cars, SUVs, trucks and luxury vehicles, as well as the CPO program that offers consumers the most benefits.
RepairSmith
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The Kia Soul is a popular compact crossover SUV that combines everyday usability with affordability, and the best way to keep it operating at its best is by regularly servicing it. Our Kia Soul maintenance schedule outlines the key services needed to keep your vehicle on the road, and helps to prevent further issues and big repair bills. Have a look below then schedule an appointment with AutoNation Mobile Service.
Tire Review Magazine
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America (Yokohama OHT) said the new Alliance Agriflex+ 373 radial from brings ultra-flexible VF sidewall technology and high-performance hybrid tread mixed with layered tread blocks that offer more biting edges and an extra-dense centerline for better road performance. “For more than 100 years, the curved bar lug has been the shape of agricultural tires, but today’s farm machinery has a very different life than tractors 100 years ago,” said James Crou
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Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Who’d have ever thought the only company selling a fully electric station wagon in America today would be Porsche? Today’s Nice Price of No Dice Taycan is one of those wagons, and while used, it’s new enough to still be under warranty. Let’s see if it’s under budget as well. Read more.
RepairSmith
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The Kia Telluride is one of the best-selling modern SUVs, designed for everything from family road trips to daily commutes. To keep your SUV performing at its best, following the Kia Telluride maintenance schedule is essential. Performing this regular maintenance ensures that your Kia Telluride remains reliable, efficient, and ready for every trip. With AutoNation Mobile Service, maintaining your Telluride can be done from the comfort of your home.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The state of California is known for its reliance on the automobile and its less-than-comprehensive public transportation sector, but a massive jump in ridership of an improved rail line could be a sign that reputation may change. Ridership of the Caltrain service is way up, and it’s all thanks to a transition away… Read more.
Motor Verso
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The Q5 is a big seller for Audi, thanks to its combination of space and luxury. The Q5 Sportback, its… Read more » The post New Audi Q5 Sportback Arrives With Mild Hybrid and Sleek Design appeared first on Motor Verso.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
GM caused an uproar last year when the automaker announced it was getting rid of the popular phone mirroring systems Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in its vehicles, specifically its EVs. Now one aftermarket company is bringing back Car and Android Auto via a kit that you can purchase. Read more.
Automotive Fleet
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Personal-use charges have not kept pace with rising vehicle ownership costs, even as some fleet managers report a distinct rise in personal-use miles.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Elon Musk has perpetually promised that self-driving cars are only a year away. However, today’s relatively rudimentary autonomous systems are still making errors that most humans wouldn’t make behind the wheel. New research found that the flashing lights mounted on emergency vehicles can disorient automated driving… Read more.
Automotive Fleet
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
EV sales may experience some tailwinds, leading to robust activity through the end of the year.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
It’s been almost two years since Ken Block tragically passed away in a snowmobile accident. The 55-year-old was the co-founder of DC Shoes and Hoonigan Industries, as well as the star of the Gymkhana video series. Block also competed as a rally driver, and now, this Vermont SportsCar-converted 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX… Read more.
AutoSuccess
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Ranger Division of BendPak introduces the TSR-2S heavy-duty tire storage rack. Designed to withstand even the harshest shop conditions, it neatly stores and displays a wide range of tire sizes, from compact cars to heavy-duty trucks. Built from welded steel alloy and topped with a tough powder-coated finish, the TSR-2S is built to last. Mounted on easy-roll casters, it provides a convenient method for storing and moving tires throughout the shop, store or home garage.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Australia may be a gorgeous place, but it’s important to remember that everything there is trying to kill you. Including their drivers, apparently. Sydney’s 9News reports that the driver of a Porsche SUV recently blew through an intersection, T-boned a Lexus hatchback and ran from the cops before finally being… Read more.
Auto Remarketing
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The year-over-year growth isn’t quite as steep as it was in prior months, but used electric vehicles are still flying off dealership lots and auction yards, according to respective analyses from Cox Automotive and the National Auto Auction Association. In its latest EV Market Monitor, Cox Automotive reported there were. TO READ THE FULL STORY BECOME A MEMBER Login The post Growth not quite as dramatic, but used EV sales continue to accelerate in both wholesale & retail markets appeared firs
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Japanese tuner Liberty Walk , creator of absurd widebody kits for everything from kei cars and semi trucks to iconic supercars and JDM legends , made waves back in 2018 when it debuted a modified “Lamborghini Miura” at the Tokyo Auto Salon. That car was actually just a replica built on a Ford GT40 kit car frame, but the… Read more.
Tire Review Magazine
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America (Yokohama OHT) said the new Alliance Agriflex+ 373 radial from brings ultra-flexible VF sidewall technology and high-performance hybrid tread mixed with layered tread blocks that offer more biting edges and an extra-dense centerline for better road performance. “For more than 100 years, the curved bar lug has been the shape of agricultural tires, but today’s farm machinery has a very different life than tractors 100 years ago,” said James Crou
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
I saw this cover of “Creep” by Radiohead on the old Reddit.com I thought, oh god. Another one of my generation singing this Radiohead song. But then I saw the older lady in the sari, and became intrigued. Read more.
AutoSuccess
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The automotive retail landscape has undergone significant change in recent years, with dealerships facing new challenges with their inventory acquisition strategies. The traditional methods of sourcing vehicles through trade-ins and wholesale auctions are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of today’s competitive market. Today’s inventory challenges require innovative solutions that leverage sophisticated, real-time technology.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Plenty of places have “Keep Moving” signs, but a little over a week ago, I learned that Getty Images didn’t have a photo of one that I could use. Conveniently, my drive home from the pharmacy takes me right by one, so when I decided to blog my frustration with drivers stopping unnecessarily in front of that sign , I… Read more.
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
In his words, J.F. Champagne described AAPEX as a vibrant, relevant show that encapsulates what the automotive aftermarket. From Joe’s Garage where technicians can see the latest in vehicle technology and how the aftermarket is responding to training sessions focused on everything from management to technical and then the more bigger picture items where industry and economic trends are mapped out.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
From the top of a twenty story sand dune as the first trickles of sunlight crest the horizon I can feel the full vastness of the world. An incredible natural display shaped over thousands of years, the Imperial Sand Dunes, lays out for miles in all directions. Aside from my travelling companions , the only evidence of… Read more.
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
While Canada seems to be going against the grain, much of the world is seeing a slowdown in EV sales growth. While there is positive growth in the number of electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle sales, the rate of that growth hasn’t climbed the way initially expected. Canada has been an outlier. S&P Global Mobility’s Q2 2024 Canadian EV Information and Analysis showed the country’s ZEV market share at 13.4 per cent (BEVs: 9.9 per cent; PHEVs 3.5 per cent), almost a full percentage poi
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
We’re always told that rocket science is the hardest form of science out there and a raft of explosions on the launch pad in recent months makes me inclined to agree. Now, a Japanese rocket engine test has ended in disaster after the engines of a new smaller spacecraft exploded during a combustion test in southwest… Read more.
Shop Marketing Pros
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
EPISODE: 128 – The Great SMP Website Debacle In this episode, Brian Walker is joined by guest Hallie Wasinger to provide a behind-the-scenes look at how they tackled a major business challenge head-on. After two months of thinking everything was running smoothly, the team uncovered that website projects were falling behind and client communication had slipped.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The scariest part about driving is arguably the fear of crashing , but a great way to tackle a fear is to learn more about it. Morbid curiosity has led me to YouTube to watch thousands of crash test videos over the years. I believe I have this admittedly strange infatuation because I love cars but fear crashing, so I… Read more.
BayIQ
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Opening a tire shop can be an exciting and lucrative venture, but it’s not without its challenges. The tire business is competitive, with numerous shops vying for customers who expect quality, affordability, and exceptional service. As a new tire shop owner, proper preparation, a solid understanding of the market, and awareness of potential obstacles will help you build a successful business.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Good morning! It’s Wednesday, November 27, 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.
Mitchell 1
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Discover Job View, the latest feature in our Manager SE 9.1 shop management software suite! Streamline workflows with job-centric organization for Orders, Revisions and History. Deliver clear, professional estimates and invoices, secure faster approvals and boost efficiency. The post Unlock Efficiency with Manager SE 9.1: Discover the Game-Changing Job View Feature appeared first on Mitchell 1 ShopConnection.
Jalopnik
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
In 1971, a man going by the name Dan Cooper hijacked a plane, took $200,000 and two parachutes, and vanished into the night sky somewhere over the state of Washington never to be seen or heard from again. Armchair investigators have long theorized where he might have gone, and the FBI thinks he may have never landed… Read more.
Dent Mechanic Group
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Surprisingly, some vehicle owners choose to file a hail damage claim and then pocket the insurance payout without actually repairing the damage. While it might sound appealing, this approach can have some serious downsides for your vehicle’s condition, future insurance claims, and even your wallet. Let’s dive into why keeping the money might not be the best choice for you in the long run.
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