Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Artificial intelligence can unlock the future of the automotive aftermarket, transforming business operations and boosting profits, according to an industry advisor. Neury Freitas, partner at Roland Berger explored how AI can revolutionize automotive aftermarket businesses during the MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Vision Conference. Highlighting four key areas, he told attendees about how AI can drive revenue growth, cost savings and quality assurance in the industry.

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Business Actualization

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

When it comes to measuring the success of digital marketing for a brick-and-mortar business, it’s easy to get caught up in the sheer volume of website traffic. More visits must mean more business, right? Not necessarily. A deeper look into where traffic comes from, how it interacts with your website, and whether it’s genuinely relevant to your services is crucial.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

It’s been a strong run of year-over-year increases in the new vehicle sales market but one industry observer is concerned about how much longer the pace can continue as indicators point to an uncertain future. June was the only month with a dip in the last 22 months — it’s dead even total in 2024 with 2023 being the only time there wasn’t growth. But the bar has been fairly low to jump over — pandemic-related issues suppressed sales, so a return to normalcy in supply, demand and consumer confide

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Understanding salvage value is a critical skill that can significantly impact the accuracy of repair estimates and the overall decision-making process. Learning how to calculate and assess salvage value is essential for students interested or currently in auto body estimating training. This blog explores salvage value, its importance in auto body repair, and how future estimators can master this concept during training.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com Canadian small business owners are showing “uncommon confidence” in the face of economic uncertainty, according to a recent survey. The survey from Toronto-based Zensurance.com gathered responses from 1,000 small business owners, entrepreneurs and self-employed people from various industries, including retail, hospitality, consulting, construction and health and wellness.

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Zeekr released upgraded EV batteries that support 5.5C ultra-fast charging, which it said allows vehicles to charge from 10% to 80% in 10.5 minutes. The new charging speed is achieved by Zeekr’s new 007 sedan model, which carries the new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries and is connected with Zeekr V3 ultra-fast charging piles, the company said.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

For a long time, Tesla has stayed away from bi-directional charging, with the Cybertruck being the first model to support it via Powershare. However, a German company demonstrated that other Tesla models can also use their battery as a backup source if Tesla allows it. Bi-directional charging is a hot topic in North America, where power outages are frequent, and people appreciate the ability to power their house from the EV's battery. ( continue reading.

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IT 124

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Irvine Police Department reportedly paid $150,000 to buy a Tesla Cybertruck Foundation Series and have it modified into a police car. The PD faced instant backlash. Taxpayers are hating it and call it a "no brainer." The Police Department in Irvine, California, has just purchased a Tesla Cybertruck Foundation Series. The model is expected to join the fleet of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) unit. ( continue reading.

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Toyota Prius, driven by Wayne Gerdes, achieved a fuel economy average of 93 mpg during a drive across the U.S.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

After a promising first model year for the S650 seventh-generation Ford Mustang that helped it regain its composure in the two-door RWD segment, the 2025 model year has arrived with interesting perks. On the one hand, we are eagerly expecting the odd clash between th. ( continue reading.

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IT 119

Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Updated for 2025, the Volkswagen Jetta and Jetta GLI offer driver assistance systems, interior and exterior refinements, and new technology.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Even after writing hundreds of articles about camper vans, I still stumble upon builds with fresh ideas that deserve the spotlight. Today, I'm sharing with you a fully decked-out camper van conversion that makes full use of the space it has, both inside and outside. What we have here is a long-wheelbase ( continue reading.

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IT 106

Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Take note of the vehicles rolling into your shop’s bays every day and it likely won’t take long to recognize a trend: The popularity of sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the U.S. is at an all-time high. In fact, recent market data suggests that SUVs account for anywhere from 46% to over half of new vehicle sales in the U.S., up from 38% in 2016. This shift from passenger cars and pickup trucks to SUVs isn’t just transforming the car parc; it’s impacting tire sales, too.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

I quite like the fact that when GM designed the third-generation Camaro, it looked absolutely nothing like the previous model. Of course, the same can be said about the Pontiac Firebird, since the two are joined at the hip. But which of them is the better car? I’m not sure the answer is simple, but at least on paper, I’m siding with the Camaro.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Take note of the vehicles rolling into your shop’s bays every day and it likely won’t take long to recognize a trend: The popularity of sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the U.S. is at an all-time high. In fact, recent market data suggests that SUVs account for anywhere from 46% to over half of new vehicle sales in the U.S., up from 38% in 2016. This shift from passenger cars and pickup trucks to SUVs isn’t just transforming the car parc; it’s impacting tire sales, too.

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Utilities Vehicle Trucking Engineering 98

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The PS5 Pro is arriving on November 7 worldwide for a heck of a price. It's $800 in the US, £700 (British Pound Sterling) in the UK, and 800 Euros in Europe. The GPU has 45% more power, while the CPU stays the same, only with a 10% boost. Its RAM is also 28% faster. Ray Tracing is two or three times better, and PSSR upscaling sounds promising.

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IT 102

Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Sticker shock is real. That’s the message of a new report from Edmunds head of insights Jessica Caldwell that examines the disconnect between what car shoppers want to pay for their next vehicle and what the market says they’ll have to pay. The analysis is based on Edmunds’ data on new- and used-vehicle transactions, and the results of a consumer sentiment survey conducted in August among car shoppers who have purchased a vehicle previously and have indicated they’re planning to purchase a vehic

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Tesla has been making headlines lately solely because of the Cybertruck, which is not a very good vehicle. Bullet-resistant body panels and rock-proof glass just aren't enough. However, if you forget that the unreasonably expensive and dystopian-looking Cybertruck exists, you might discover that Tesla does have awesome EVs in its portfolio. The best thing about them?

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

We love a good postal truck around here, and apparently the long-delayed , strangely designed electric postal trucks are pretty dang good, according to the mail carriers that use them every day. Read more.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Japanese automaker Nissan is in a very good spot right now with news of world records, many 2025MY models up for grabs, and two absolute novelties for the US and international markets. Of course, the biggest announcement these past few days concerns the arrival of the all-new third-generation 2025 Nissan Armada with the same new 3.5-liter V6 engine as t. ( continue reading.

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Engineering 98

Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

By most metrics, Massachusetts is a fantastic state to live in. It isn’t cheap, but you get a lot for your money. Unfortunately for the people who live in Massachusetts, the state’s Registry of Motor Vehicles is full of a bunch of jerks and decided to ban kei cars. The enthusiast community pushed back, though, and… Read more.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Kia Challenge has been around for several years, putting a target on the back of nearly every Kia and Hyundai on the road. The Kia Boys sometimes don't even care about the model year or the availability of the anti-theft update, breaking i. ( continue reading.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

It took Porsche a year and five months to come up with a fix to the recall and stop-drive order it issued for every single Carrera GT built. The suspension failure–related recall addressed a particular propensity for control arms to corrode and fail, which could lead to a crash. If you are one of the folks who own a… Read more.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The first-generation Ford Mustang got its third and final redesign for the 1971 model year. The makeover introduced new styling cues and made the Mustang bigger and heavier. That year also marked the end of the line for the Boss and Shelby models. However, Ford still offered a couple of high-performance options. Although. ( continue reading.

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IT 97

Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Leave it to an American hot rodder to take a German personal luxury sports coupe and turn it into a straight-line acceleration monster powered entirely by screaming bald eagles. While this car would have left a factory in Bavaria 22 years ago powered by a comparatively diminutive inline six-cylinder engine, it is now… Read more.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

As if the Torino wasn't already a super-intriguing presence on the road, Ford released an even more special model in early 1969. Few people probably remember this – and I can't blame anyone for forgetting about this nameplate – but the Torino Talladega joined the lineup in January 1969 with unique features that rapidly set it apart from the res. ( continue reading.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

We trust automakers to make quality vehicles that are not only reliable , but most importantly safe to drive for years to come. That isn’t always the case though. One Nissan Frontier owner experienced this first hand after discovering his truck was missing frame welds. Read more.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The 2025 Ford Mustang (S650) has an easy task – to keep hold of the two-door sports car throne in America while the rest of its enemies struggle to survive. Its only potential rival doesn't come from the Mopar side but rather GM's stable. The seventh-generation. ( continue reading.

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Engineering Car IT 91

Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Earlier this week we asked the readers of Jalopnik to tell us about their favorite cross-country road trippers. While nobody picked my favorite option, the Volkswagen XL1 fuel sipper , there were plenty of great choices on the list, and a few questionable ones. These days pretty much any car will comfortably and… Read more.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Wacky body kits and oversized alloys, sometimes combined with flashy interiors, do not suit most cars, especially Rolls-Royces. Fortunately, this Spectre doesn't feature any ridiculous upgrades, as the aftermarket work that went into it has made it a more eye-catching ride. RDB LA revealed on social media that the owner of this luxury electric vehicle brought it to them right after purchasing, looking for a bit of customization.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

As summer comes to an end, it’s important for dealerships to reflect on the season’s performance to refine their strategies for the rest of the year. The summer of 2024 presented many challenges, shaped by economic factors and shifts in consumer behaviors. Understanding these factors is important for optimizing inventory management and enhancing sales practices as we head into fall.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The biggest change in Google Maps lately is an expansion into Waze territory. While there's still no evidence that the two apps could merge to create an all-in-one navigation app, Google Maps has been updated with features. ( continue reading.

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IT 90

Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Good morning! It’s Friday, September 13, 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.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Japanese automaker Nissan has been keeping itself busy over the past few weeks – with model launches, new MY details, records, and even some surprise technical details of feisty EVs. And it all happened in September – the European division had a Nissan Qashqai perched up a crane's arm and then let it bungee-jump head-first with. ( continue reading.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Since its inception the Toyota Prius has always been one of the best fuel sippers around. From the first generation’s 41-mpg combined rating to the current generation’s 57-mpg combined rating, you’ll definitely save on your monthly gas bill. But the Prius can far exceed its advertised gas mileage if you really try, as… Read more.

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IT 58

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Priced from over $82k, the 2025 Infiniti QX80 full-size premium SUV is now starting customer deliveries in America – the redesigned third generation is reaching nationwide owners with fresh twin-turbo V6 power instead of the old naturally-aspirated V8. The latest iteration is a technological and. ( continue reading.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

One of the most important things to keep in mind when building your car for any kind of motorsport application , the tires are almost always the most important part of your “build.” Well, okay, driver talent is most important , but tires are second. You have to have good tires to build the foundation of your race car,… Read more.

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