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Canada bucks global trends as ZEV sales grow

Auto Service World

New data from Statistics Canada highlighted a significant increase in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) registrations, reaching 12.9 per cent of all new vehicle registrations in the second quarter of 2024. Stats Can noted that 65,733 new ZEVs were registered in Q2 , a 30 per cent increase from the previous quarter. When hybrids are included, more than 106,000 low-emission vehicles were added.

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4 Benefits of Steam Cleaning After Auto Detailing Training

Automotive Training Centre

Steam cleaning is a game-changer for students interested in pursuing a career in auto detailing. It is an environmentally friendly cleaning method and offers a range of benefits that contribute to achieving exceptional results for clients. At ATC, our hands-on Auto Detailing training program covers exterior and interior maintenance essentials, including steam cleaning, preparing students for success in this growing field. 1.

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Analysis: 4 locksmith skills every ASP should know

Auto Service World

In the automotive service industry, versatility and skill diversification are vital for meeting immediate customer demands or else you can easily lose business to the competition. One area that offers immense potential for growth and customer satisfaction is locksmithing. By mastering key locksmith skills such as key cutting and duplication, computer and module programming, lock picking, decoding and lockout services and transponder and electronic key repair, auto service professionals can provi

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PRT Launches 22 New Products in North America

Brake & Front End

PRT announced the launch of 22 new products in North America. The new part numbers include complete strut assemblies and shock absorbers, representing over 5 million vehicles in new coverage. The launches include coverage for important models in the national vehicle car parc, such as Jeep Compass, Toyota Highlander and BMW X-3, in addition to brand new applications including the Chrysler Pacifica 2023, and the Kia Forte GT 2023, among others, PRT said.

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PRT Launches 22 New Products in North America

Tomorrow's Technician

PRT announced the launch of 22 new products in North America. The new part numbers include complete strut assemblies and shock absorbers, representing over 5 million vehicles in new coverage. The launches include coverage for important models in the national vehicle car parc, such as Jeep Compass, Toyota Highlander and BMW X-3, in addition to brand new applications including the Chrysler Pacifica 2023, and the Kia Forte GT 2023, among others, PRT said.

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ADS-TEC Energy Boosts C-Stores with Ultra-Fast Charging

Brake & Front End

ADS-TEC Energy plc will be demonstrating its ultra-fast EV charging platform, ChargeBox , in booth C7387 at NACS Show 2024 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, October 8-10, 2024. The company will also show how c-stores are increasing traffic and growing revenue from this unique amenity. With up to 320 kW charging power and compatibility with both CCS1 and NACS charging plugs, ADS-TEC Energy’s ChargeBox offers maximum flexibility while also saving operators up to 65% on peak power demand charges

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Leadership Changes at The Group

Tomorrow's Technician

The Automotive Parts Services Group (The Group) announced today that Jeff Koviak will assume the role of CEO effective January 1, 2025, replacing retiring CEO Larry Pavey. The Group is a joint partnership between the Federated Alliance and The Pronto Network and is made up of 300 member companies with over 5,000 locations and 80,000 employees primarily in North America.

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ADS-TEC Energy Boosts C-Stores with Ultra-Fast Charging

Tomorrow's Technician

ADS-TEC Energy plc will be demonstrating its ultra-fast EV charging platform, ChargeBox , in booth C7387 at NACS Show 2024 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, October 8-10, 2024. The company will also show how c-stores are increasing traffic and growing revenue from this unique amenity. With up to 320 kW charging power and compatibility with both CCS1 and NACS charging plugs, ADS-TEC Energy’s ChargeBox offers maximum flexibility while also saving operators up to 65% on peak power demand charges

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Man Gets Called To Remove an "Old Junk Car," Finds a 1966 Pontiac GTO

autoevolution

Many classic cars have been ignored for decades and morphed into rust buckets. They're either forgotten in backyards and barns or resting in junkyards. To many of us, they're too far gone. However, some enthusiasts are still willing to save them or at least use their parts in other projects. The Pontiac GTO you see here is one of the lucky ones.

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Considering Dispatch Training? Why Problem-Solving Skills Matter

CATI

When thinking about a career in dispatch training, it’s crucial to recognize the critical role of problem-solving in dispatchers’ day-to-day responsibilities. Dispatchers are communication hubs between drivers, clients, and companies, playing a key role in ensuring smooth operations, often faced with unexpected challenges that require quick, decisive thinking.

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1969 Dodge Coronet Super Bee With Low Miles Shines Again After 30 Years in a Canadian Barn

autoevolution

The Super Bee was Dodge’s counter-offer to Plymouth’s Road Runner. Both nameplates debuted in 1968, but the fortunes weren’t smiling upon them the same way. While the cartoonish bird soared in sales, the humming bee never got the limelight, having the overpowering shadow of the second-gen Charger above its helmet. As such, the Super Bee is far rarer than the Road Runner; in other words, a way cooler barn find nowadays.

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Radiator Caps: Their Importance and Their Multiple Functions

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal Radiator Caps, are designed to ensure that, the prescribed pressure in the cooling system, is maintained at all times. And, this is done by allowing air to escape, when the pressure exceeds a preset amount. [.

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Convertible Ram 1500 TRX Retains the Off-Road Chops and Carrying Capacity in Fantasy Land

autoevolution

Ram has already sent the flagship dune-bashing and rock-crawling 702-horsepower Ram 1500 TRX king into the sunset – with the long-named 2024 Ram 1500 TRX 6.2L Supercharged V8 – Final Edition, of which just 4k examples were produced for worldwide distribution. ( continue reading.

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PRE-Q Galgo launches O-tread no-splice retread rings

Tire Review Magazine

PRE-Q Galgo Corporation is entering the no-splice retread market with the introduction of its O-tread line. The company says the O-tread line offers pre-cured no-splice rings that are double-contoured in every size and design. The O-tread compound can provide fleets with 15-20% better wear and performance, the company says. The current line offers a variety of options, including PPD (Premium Performance Drive), PBD (Premium Block Drive), PMD (Premium Mileage Drive), PPT (Premium Performance Trai

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GM's Ultium Batteries To Get Massive Performance Boost Next Year With Help From CATL

autoevolution

GM's China joint venture SAIC-GM announced the fastest-charging EV battery in the world, developed in partnership with battery giant CATL. The new battery, which will be used in the next generation of Ultium EVs, is capable of a 6C charging multiplier. This allows it to add more than 200 km of range during a 5-minute charge session. Electric vehicles have become increasingly popular as people understand their benefits.

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The Group announces leadership changes

Tire Review Magazine

The Automotive Parts Services Group (The Group) announced that Jeff Koviak will assume the role of CEO effective Jan. 1, 2025, replacing retiring CEO Larry Pavey. The Group is a joint partnership between the Federated Alliance and The Pronto Network, and is made up of 300 member companies with over 5,000 locations and 80,000 employees primarily in North America.

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Google Announces Major Google Maps Update, Street Imagery Galore

autoevolution

Many people use Google Maps only for its navigation component, but the application can do a lot more, especially in terms of world exploration. Street View remains an incredible tool to discover the world, and while you ca. ( continue reading.

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PRE-Q Galgo launches O-tread no-splice retread rings

Tire Review Magazine

PRE-Q Galgo Corporation is entering the no-splice retread market with the introduction of its O-tread line. The company says the O-tread line offers pre-cured no-splice rings that are double-contoured in every size and design. The O-tread compound can provide fleets with 15-20% better wear and performance, the company says. The current line offers a variety of options, including PPD (Premium Performance Drive), PBD (Premium Block Drive), PMD (Premium Mileage Drive), PPT (Premium Performance Trai

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Rare 1971 Ford Mustang Boss 351 Is Missing a Key Feature, Can You Guess What It Is?

autoevolution

By 1971, Detroit automakers were already struggling to keep muscle cars in dealerships. The government was developing stringent emission and fuel economy regulations, while insurance rates for high-compression V8 engines had gone through the roof. Many big-block units were facing extinction. Much li. ( continue reading.

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Dealer Services Network Announce Key Leadership Appointments

AutoSuccess

Dealer Services Network (DSN) has announced the addition of two senior executives to its leadership team. Daryl Ludvik has been appointed chief technology officer and Melissa Spiller has joined the company as vice president of human resources. “We are excited to welcome Daryl and Melissa to the team,” said Joe Palumbo, chief executive officer, Dealer Services Network.

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"The Cadillac of Teardrops" Is This Year's Most Versatile Travel Trailer, Build Your Dream

autoevolution

If you hear the words "road" and "toad" all in one phrase, chances are that you end up thinking of some unfortunate accident involving a frog and a car. That is not the case with Road Toad Campers and their Totes camper trailer. Whip out your checkbooks for this one, folks, as we may have just found the camper with which you can take on the 2025 glamping season.

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Maximizing Automotive Dealership Performance

AutoSuccess

With a career spanning my entire adult life in the automotive industry, I have witnessed firsthand the gradual evolution of retail (where I began), which has been greatly accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Consumer behavior has changed dramatically, necessitating a corresponding adaptation within the automotive sector. Today, dealerships must readily respond to shifting market demands and heightened consumer expectations to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape.

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This Is No Tiny Home: 39-FT Trailer House Aims to Redefine RV-ing

autoevolution

There's tiny living and then there's the deluxe version of tiny living, made possible by park model tinies and other types of large-scale mobile homes. The Elevation Park Model RVs fall in the latter category, but they also challenge traditional definitions of an RV or a tiny home. Tiny living is primarily limited to ( continue reading.

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TIA to host Right to Repair Summit

Tire Review Magazine

The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has announced that its upcoming “Right to Repair Summit,” will take place on Monday, Nov. 4 at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino. The Summit, scheduled from 2:30-4 p.m. in the Melrose 4 room, comes the day before the Global Tire Expo (GTE) and SEMA Show, which TIA said offers industry stakeholders a prime opportunity to engage in an essential dialogue.

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Cannondale's Tesoro Neo X 1 Breaks the Urban Mold as an AT Beast for the Longest Rides

autoevolution

If there's one crew that we can rely on to craft one hell of a bicycle, it's none other than Cannondale. Well, this time around, we'll be exploring an urban e-bike lineup dubbed the Tesoro Neo X. As for the top-of-the-line model designed to show us what this famed manufacturer can do, it's the X 1. Hang on to your helmets for this one, as it's a beast!

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The Group announces leadership changes

Tire Review Magazine

The Automotive Parts Services Group (The Group) announced that Jeff Koviak will assume the role of CEO effective Jan. 1, 2025, replacing retiring CEO Larry Pavey. The Group is a joint partnership between the Federated Alliance and The Pronto Network, and is made up of 300 member companies with over 5,000 locations and 80,000 employees primarily in North America.

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Alfa Romeo Simplifies 2025 Stelvio Lineup Into Two Trims

autoevolution

One of the most dynamically and visually rewarding D-segment utility vehicles out has entered the 2025 model year with a simplified lineup. The outgoing 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is available in seven distinct grades, ranging from the $45,950 Sprint rear-wheel drive to the $95,030 Quadrifoglio Supersport all-wheel drive. Come 2025, customers are offered two choices.

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Oil Eater Overnight Rust Remover: An Easy, No-Scrub Solution

AutoSuccess

KAFKO International, the makers behind Oil Eater Cleaner/Degreaser, has launched a new tool for your shop — Oil Eater Overnight Rust Remover. With over three decades of experience working with pros like you, Kafko knows the demands and frustrations that come with maintaining and restoring automotive parts. Listening to real-world input, they’ve developed a solution to tackle one of the biggest headaches: rust removal.

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Okai's E-Kargo Aims To Take Over the Cargo E-Bike Scene, Tempts With Price and Versatility

autoevolution

In order for the bicycle to stand any chance of replacing the car, if only for a few tasks each day, it really needs to go above and beyond the norm. With that in mind, let's explore Okai's solution for a new age of urban mobility, the E-Kargo EB70. Ladies and gents, Okai has always been known for crafting the world's e-scooters, having been around since the early days of the modern urban mobility scene and currently holdin. ( continue reading.

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Faster-Responding Auto Retailers Win 8x More Deals, Finds Impel Survey 

AutoSuccess

Despite the fact that digital experiences play a critical role in the car-buying experience, dealers continue to struggle with providing timely and complete responses to online shopper inquiries, according to a 1,000-person nationwide survey by Impel. Half of recent car buyers (49%) said that their most recent experience was no better than previous experiences, driven by significant gaps in dealers’ ability to effectively respond to them.

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This Destination Trailer Ups the RV Game With 2 Lofts, 2 Bathrooms, and 2 Slide-Outs

autoevolution

If there was ever a dispute on what would qualify as a better alternative for mobile living between a tiny house and an RV, the new Salem Grand Villa would win hands out. But don't take our word for it. The Salem Gran Villa is the most popular destination trailer. ( continue reading.

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Boost Billable Hours with New ServiceVision from Mobile Dealer Data

AutoSuccess

ServiceVision, Mobile Dealer Data’s (MDD) service department cycle time management tool, provides real-time visibility into every step of the customer service process. As a cycle time reduction and automated service workflow module, ServiceVision diagnoses unapplied time and other productivity losses so they can be converted into revenue generation.

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One-Owner 1980 Pontiac Trans Am Found in a Warehouse Flexes a Small Surprise on the Odo

autoevolution

The Trans Am was coming off a major achievement in 1979 when its sales surpassed 117K units. The timing was beautiful. The Trans Am was turning 10, so what better way to celebrate the 10th anniversary than record sales? Unfortunately, the next model year did not bring good news. The skyrocketing gas prices pushed customers to smaller engines, and Pontiac. ( continue reading.

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Fleet Safety Conference: What Should a Fleet Manager Do After a Crash?

Automotive Fleet

On Nov. 7 in San Diego, join Judie Nuskey, Carlos Pozo, and Adam Kahn to evaluate a reported crash, explore the root causes of an incident, and discuss liability exposure red flags.

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ID 90: A Stunning Concept That Could Have Been a Better-Looking Italian Bugatti

autoevolution

In the late 1980s, the iconic French manufacturer was revived in Italy, and a few years later, the EB 110 became its first modern supercar. But while the Italian Bugatti was awesome in more ways than one, it could have looked a lot better. Bugatti was founded in 1909 by Italian-born industrial designer Ettore Bugatti in Molsheim. ( continue reading.

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What goes into the process of tire testing?

Tire Review Magazine

When you drive down the road, it’s easy to forget about the only four parts of your vehicle that touch the ground: your tires. Tires are so important to vehicle safety and performance, but what goes into actually developing them often goes overlooked by the average consumer. The bottom line is that tires need to perform and get people from point A to point B without worry.

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US-Market 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Drops Quadrifoglio Version

autoevolution

Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo has discontinued the V6-powered Giulia Quadrifoglio for model year 2025. Prospective customers are presented with a 2.0-liter turbocharged I4 across the board, with said lineup comprising two grades. The Sprint, Ti, and Veloce are gone in favor of a core trim dubbed Giulia, whereas Tributo Italiano is what Alfa Romeo call. ( continue reading.