Auto Service World
MAY 6, 2024
Atrium Solutions has introduced a new artificial intelligence technology named Orbit, designed to streamline administrative processes for commercial tire dealers. Dealers in this sector often grapple with the dual burden of managing extensive paperwork and inputting data into multiple systems, … The post New AI system for tire dealers appeared first on Auto Service World.
Brake & Front End
MAY 6, 2024
Drive shafts are a very precision balanced and weighted component because they rotate at very high speeds and torque values to turn the wheels. A worn drive shaft can cause problems that affect the drivability of the vehicle and will create symptoms that alert the driver of potential issues that need to be addressed. THE TWO MOST COMMON SYMPTOMS ARE: 1.
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Auto Service World
MAY 6, 2024
Dana’s new Spicer Select Constant Velocity (CV) joint repair kits are designed to optimize the repair of a vehicle’s drive shaft by replacing the CV joint instead of the entire drive shaft. “Spicer Select CVJ kits are the ideal solution … The post Spicer adds new CVJ repair kits appeared first on Auto Service World.
AutoShopOwner
MAY 6, 2024
Hi! I got a bunch of engine and cabin filters - leftovers from my store. What's the best way to get rid off the inventory? eBay sales are slow and not an option due to the time it takes to list a filter and due to expensive cost of shipping.
Auto Service World
MAY 6, 2024
Veteran automotive aftermarket executive Jason Best announced he has joined Cloyes as its chief revenue officer. He will oversee revenue at Cloyes, ATI and Rotomaster. He was most recently vice president of independent aftermarket sales at First Brands Group. He’s … The post Jason Best joins Cloyes appeared first on Auto Service World.
Brake & Front End
MAY 6, 2024
Intelligent power management company Eaton’s heavy-duty 4-speed electrified vehicle (EV) transmission was named a 2024 Automotive News PACEpilot Innovation to Watch at an awards ceremony on April 29. The recognition acknowledges post-pilot, pre-commercial innovations in the automotive and future mobility space. Eaton said its EV transmission provides superior performance on grades and acceleration for electric commercial vehicles while offering more flexible gear ratios compared to competitive t
Auto Service World
MAY 6, 2024
In today’s dynamic automotive service industry, professionals must stay abreast of technological trends and management strategies. This necessity has sparked an interest in online education, with programs like automotive engineering online masters from Kettering University Online. The university offers master’s … The post Exploring the Synergy Between Online Education and the Automotive Service Industry appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 6, 2024
Courtesy of Engine Builder by Eric Garbe Most of us are familiar with the Enzo Ferrari quote, “What’s behind you doesn’t matter.” We can all agree the man responsible for these iconic words knew a thing or two about racing. His quote speaks to many of us, on many levels, and it’s the reason we’re driven to always do things better. Finishing first is the name of the game, and that pursuit happens both on and off the track.
Brake & Front End
MAY 6, 2024
Lumileds has expanded the Philips Ultinon Drive 5000 series of LED lightbars to include eight models. The series now includes 10,” 20,” and 30” lightbars available in single- and double-row versions, and 40,” and 50” lightbars available in double-row configurations. All have been built for off-road use, with scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses, DT waterproof electrical connections, and corrosion-free, stainless steel mounting brackets, Lumileds said.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 6, 2024
We all have at least one teacher who sticks out in our memories. Maybe it was that wacky one whose antics made learning fun, or perhaps the instructor who made subject matter so interesting that you can still recall the lessons years later. For many of the students and alumni of Missouri’s North Kansas City Schools, that memorable teacher is Automotive Technology Instructor Jack Stow.
Brake & Front End
MAY 6, 2024
CC: If you get a customer coming in and complaining that their remote keyless entry is not working, or they may have a complaint that the vehicle did not start on certain occasions, take a look at the key ring. The key ring or key fob may have two radio signals coming from it. The first one is for the remote keyless entry. This is typically in the range of 315 to 433 megahertz, and it travels pretty far to open up the doors while they’re halfway across a parking lot.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 6, 2024
CC: If you get a customer coming in and complaining that their remote keyless entry is not working, or they may have a complaint that the vehicle did not start on certain occasions, take a look at the key ring. The key ring or key fob may have two radio signals coming from it. The first one is for the remote keyless entry. This is typically in the range of 315 to 433 megahertz, and it travels pretty far to open up the doors while they’re halfway across a parking lot.
Brake & Front End
MAY 6, 2024
Check out this in-depth look at the Autel IA900 Alignment and ADAS calibration frame solution. First, we’ll examine the three IA900 shop solution packages, followed by a step-by-step walkthrough of the Autel diagnostics and ADAS calibration process. This video is sponsored by Autel. The post The Autel IA900 appeared first on Brake & Front End.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 6, 2024
Intelligent power management company Eaton’s heavy-duty 4-speed electrified vehicle (EV) transmission was named a 2024 Automotive News PACEpilot Innovation to Watch at an awards ceremony on April 29. The recognition acknowledges post-pilot, pre-commercial innovations in the automotive and future mobility space. Eaton said its EV transmission provides superior performance on grades and acceleration for electric commercial vehicles while offering more flexible gear ratios compared to competitive t
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
First, it was street lights. Now, it's all about EV charging cables. Thieves or people who simply hold a big grudge against battery-electric cars are actively sabotaging the move to a less polluting way of moving around. That's happening despite the fact that the average US passenger vehicle on the road has never been older. Electrify America isn't going to put up with it.
Brake & Front End
MAY 6, 2024
Picture this: you’re driving down the open road, the wind in your hair, the sun shining, and the scenery breathtaking. But eventually, you start feeling the need to refuel, rest, or grab a bite to eat. It’s time to start looking for an exit. Plan carefully and you’ll find what you need waiting for you at the end of the exit ramp. Wait too long or just hope for the best, and, well…you might find yourself in a bit of an emergency.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
The fourth-generation Sorento launched in the first half of 2020 for the 2021 model year. Kia refreshed the mid-size crossover in late 2023 for 2024, but alas, the hybrid and plug-in hybrid will reach dealers nationwide as 2025 models. Regarding the combustion-only 2024 Kia Sorento, the Virginia-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found little in the way of issues with it.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 6, 2024
To avoid common mistakes that don’t promote changes in behavior, managers must understand that change is needed at every level, not just with the drivers.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
This customer waited for his Cybertruck to be delivered by Tesla for over three years, but his dream was soon going to turn into a nightmare. He received the vehicle back in March and has been having issues with it since the very beginning. Now, he wants to give it back to Tesla and asks the automaker to give a new one. Lamar's Cybertruck spent more time in service than in his driveway.
Jalopnik
MAY 6, 2024
The 2024 Miami Grand Prix may have been the Florida event’s most competent Formula 1 showing yet — aside from the fact that the men in the trackside commentary booth simply couldn’t be normal about the young women competing in F1 Academy. The junior series composed entirely of female talent hosted two races at the… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
Introduced for the 1964 model year, the Pontiac GTO is widely regarded as America's first muscle car. This statement isn't exactly accurate because Chrysler sold 400+ horsepower intermediates as early as 1962 (the Max Wedge Mopars). However, we can all agree that the GTO helped popularize this segment. Far mor. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 6, 2024
Riding aboard the Steamship Authority ferry, a Tesla Cybertruck finally made its way to Nantucket last Thursday, and once it was off the boat, its owner wasted no time becoming enough of a nuisance that he earned his own local news article. Later the same day, the Nantucket Current published an article with the… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
Motorcycle riding is a relatively easy thing to do, once you get the hang of it. Even the two most challenging things for newbies, keeping one's balance and gear shifting, tend to fade into the background once some experience is gained, and, like everything else about motorcycling, these things become instinctual. That means we rarely give them any thought and don't realize there could be easier ways of, say, changing gears.
Jalopnik
MAY 6, 2024
I pride myself in knowing at least a few things about every car I see on the road, but the other day I was walking in Los Angeles and came across a black Ford Mustang Mach-E with gold racing stripes that I had never seen before. I frantically Googled everything I could about it, and found no information on Shelby … Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
Introduced in 1970, the Dodge Challenger joined the muscle car market thanks to range-topping options like the 426-cubic-inch (7.0-liter) HEMI and the 440-cubic-inch (7.2-liter) RB. But that didn't last long. After only two years in showrooms, the Challenger lost its high-compression V8 options due to new emissions regulations. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 6, 2024
Headed into MotoGP weekend in Austin, Texas , I really didn’t know what to expect. Despite getting my first motorcycle at 19, it was still my first time attending a race. It was hot and very loud, which wasn’t much of a surprise. As it turns out, MotoGP still has grid girls, which was more of a surprise since I’d… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
Originally produced between 1974 and 1992 on the A1 platform of the Golf Mk1, the Scirocco was revived in 2008 with A5 underpinnings from the Golf Mk5. Never sold in the US due to unfavorable USD-EUR exchange rates, the third-generation Scirocco left us with a whimper rather than a bang in the wake of the Dieselgate scandal that prompted VW to put a bigger emphasis on electric vehicles.
Jalopnik
MAY 6, 2024
Back in 2014 , the United States held its own little internal space race. NASA chose two companies to bring us back to the International Space Station, providing them with funding to build a crewed space vehicle: One established, long-proven aerospace engineering firm , and one upstart run by a guy who names all his… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
Driving in Hollywood Hills always comes with surprises. And one of them is Mickey Rourke's house with spectacular views over Los Angeles. Several luxury and sports cars are parked around it, all covered in dust, some sporting flat tires. However, there is a Lamborghini Aventador whose background is weird, to say the least. Could it be the Aventador stolen in 2015 for which the owner offered $100,000 in cash through a detective agency?
Jalopnik
MAY 6, 2024
Fisker just can’t catch a break. The automaker is still currently teetering on the edge of bankruptcy. And despite huge discounts on the Ocean, the vehicle is mess of issues. If a recent earnings call is to be believed, however, the Ocean itself might not matter much anymore. Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
With official records lost, the number of convertible SS454 LS6 Chevelles is uncertain, which makes all the examples left in the world treasure troves for collectors. However, with around two dozen ever made, the one-year-only 7.4-liter V8 Chevelles Super Sport demands very high premiums. This one is no different, but there’s a hidden catch. General Motors wasn’t playing ball with the other Big Two in the horsepower wa. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 6, 2024
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is further isolating himself at the top of the automaker’s pyramid as his number two, Tom Zhu , goes back to his responsibilities as VP of Tesla China. Zhu has long been the leader of Tesla’s operations in the country and was one of the key figures in the automaker’s Shanghai Gigafacgtory project. Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
The Germans are the only true gearheads worthy of a medal from the order of the Wrench and Piston (that I just made up), mostly because they actually can drive fast cars. Their little dirty secret is the autobahn, the infamously liberal highway that offers drivers all their horsepower freedom. That’s how we can see what a car is really capable of in real-world traffic conditions.
Jalopnik
MAY 6, 2024
Coinciding with this weekend’s Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix and taking advantage of the fact that a bunch of rich car folks would be in town, Bonhams held a high-end car auction. The results were, uh, not great , but one lot in particular was truly unique , and managed to find a new home. The only 1996 Heuliez Intruder… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
Tiny homes are an increasingly popular alternative housing solution for many reasons. Apart from the obvious cost savings, lower energy consumption, and portability, these pint-sized dwellings offer many environmental and lifestyle advantages. They are perfect for those looking for a simpler way of life with a reduced footprint and more independence.
Jalopnik
MAY 6, 2024
I’ve mentioned what it’s like coming to automotive realizations before. One of the biggest realizations is coming to terms with the fact that the Pontiac Aztek isn’t as bad as it was made out to be when they were new. In fact, if it were put on the market today the Aztek would probably be pretty successful thanks to… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 6, 2024
Cab-over-engine (COE) trucks are a special breed of monsters. A fairly common design over in Europe and elsewhere, where they serve transportation and logistic needs on a daily basis, these things can be seen over in the U.S. performing mostly trash collection. But the States use COEs for something else too, and that is turning heads around and pockets inside out as custom wonders.
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