Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Electric vehicles share some similarities with their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts, but they also require unique maintenance. These vehicles use advanced liquid cooling systems to regulate the temperature of critical components, such as the high-voltage battery pack, power electronics, and electric motor. To keep the system effective and prevent issues, technicians must regularly service the coolant.

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Shop Marketing Pros

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

What if your customer experience was so good that theyd never think of going to another shop again? Thats the power of concierge auto repairan elevated service model designed to create unforgettable experiences. And heres the thing: you dont have to overhaul everything overnight. If youve ever wanted to attract higher-end clients and transform your reputation, branding your shop as a concierge service could be the game-changer youve been looking for.

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BayIQ

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

An eye-catching and effective sign for your tire shop can set you apart and drive traffic to your business. Discover 7 essential tips for creating tire shop signs that make a bold statement about your business and attract new customers.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In the ASE G1, wheel ends and wheel bearings are covered in three items on the task list. In the Drive Shaft, Half-Shaft and Universal Joints/Constant Velocity (CV) Joint (Front and Rear Wheel Drive) section, one of the tasks is: Inspect, service and replace wheel bearings, seals, and hubs, excluding press-type bearings. In the Four Wheel/All Wheel Drive and Suspension/Steering sections, the task list says you should be able to inspect, service and repair wheel bearings and hub units.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

One factor that significantly impacts EV battery performance is temperature fluctuations. Currently, EVs rely on lithium-ion batteries, which are sensitive to environmental conditions, particularly temperature. The Ideal Temperature Range for EV Batteries Lithium-ion batteries operate optimally within a specific temperature range, typically between 68F and 86F.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

One factor that significantly impacts EV battery performance is temperature fluctuations. Currently, EVs rely on lithium-ion batteries, which are sensitive to environmental conditions, particularly temperature. The Ideal Temperature Range for EV Batteries Lithium-ion batteries operate optimally within a specific temperature range, typically between 68F and 86F.

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Electric Vehicles Electricity Vehicle Management 130

Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Electric vehicles share some similarities with their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts, but they also require unique maintenance. These vehicles use advanced liquid cooling systems to regulate the temperature of critical components, such as the high-voltage battery pack, power electronics, and electric motor. To keep the system effective and prevent issues, technicians must regularly service the coolant.

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ASE Electricity Vehicle Electronics 130

Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Snap-on Apollo+ scan tool is designed to improve efficiency with features like Snap-on Cloud for report sharing and Service Resets & Relearns for quick access to critical procedures. Learn how this scan tool enhances workflow and helps technicians stay ahead in diagnostics. This video is sponsored by Snap-on. The post Snap-on’s Apollo+ Scan Tool’s Additional Features appeared first on Tomorrows Technician.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Ford 3.5L and 3.7L EcoBoost Engine Out Lift Plate Hoist Tool from Steck Manufacturing helps with engine rebuilds and swaps, providing efficiency, safety and durability. Specifically designed for Ford EcoBoost engines, both turbo and non-turbo versions, its compatible with models such as the Ford Transit, F-150, Navigator, Flex and more. The lift plate mounts directly to both the left and right cylinder heads, allowing secure engine removal without the need to remove the subframe eliminating

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Automotive Fleet

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The FHWA has rescinded funding for the NEVI Formula Program, delaying nationwide EV expansion as policies undergo federal review.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Chris Battershell has been named the new North American vice president for ZFs aftermarket division. The announcement was made Feb. 5 with the move effective immediately. Battershell is leading a regional team at nine sites across the U.S. and Mexico under the leading brands ZF, Lemfrder, Sachs, TRW and Wabco. He will be based in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

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Management 130

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Michelin has launched the new Michelin e.Primacy all-season tire. According to Michelin, the tire is designed for drivers who prioritize fuel efficiency and extended range. As the market continues to change with the development of more hybrids and EVs, Michelin continues to be an industry leader for confident and lasting performance, said Omer Waysman, vice president of marketing for Michelin North America, Inc.s business-to-consumer products.

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Manufacturing IT Electric Vehicles Electricity 99

Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Mann+Hummel announced a senior leadership change within the Companys Automotive Aftermarket Americas group with Rodrigo Reyes now leading the aftermarket business in the Americas region. He will serve as senior vice president of automotive aftermarket Americas and lead the companys aftermarket activities in North and South America, including engineering, sales and distribution for the Wix Filters, Purolator and Mann-Filter brands.

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Automotive Engineering 130

Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Customers will occasionally bring in their vehicles with issues related to brake rotor warpage. As an auto technician, understanding the underlying causes is key to accurately diagnosing and addressing these problems. Explore some of the following insights to ensure youre prepared to accurately identify symptoms, recommend appropriate solutions, and deliver reliable repairs.

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Manufacturing Brake Repair Engineering Education 100

Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Elgin Pro-Stock brand introduced five precision-matched, made-in-the-USA Performance Camshaft Kits engineered to help optimize an array of racing and street-performance engines. Now available are Sloppy Stage 1, 2 and 3 camshaft kits. Each kit includes the customers preferred, Elgin-engineered and -manufactured performance camshaft, superfinished beehive valve springs, OE replacement push rods; hardened, black oxide coated valve spring retainers; machined valve locks; and valve stem seals.

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Engineering Manufacturing 130

Automotive Fleet

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Subaru debuts the 2025 Forester Hybrid with 40% better fuel efficiency and the 2026 Forester Wilderness with upgraded performance features.

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Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

When replacing tires, installing a full set ensures consistent tread wear and handling. However, some customers choose to replace only two. Understanding whether to place new tires on the front or rear axle can significantly impact vehicle safety. Why Install New Tires on the Rear Axle? Front tires typically wear out faster because they handle most of the braking, steering, and engine weight.

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Tire Rotations Education Mechanic Vehicle 80

Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Snap-on Apollo+ scan tool is designed to improve efficiency with features like Snap-on Cloud for report sharing and Service Resets & Relearns for quick access to critical procedures. Learn how this scan tool enhances workflow and helps technicians stay ahead in diagnostics. This video is sponsored by Snap-on. The post Snap-on’s Apollo+ Scan Tool’s Additional Features appeared first on Brake & Front End.

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Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

When replacing tires, installing a full set ensures consistent tread wear and handling. However, some customers choose to replace only two. Understanding whether to place new tires on the front or rear axle can significantly impact vehicle safety. Why Install New Tires on the Rear Axle? Front tires typically wear out faster because they handle most of the braking, steering, and engine weight.

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Tire Rotations Education Mechanic Vehicle 80

Automotive Fleet

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Higher courtesy delivery fees, shorter ordering windows, and changing vehicle allocation strategies have made it clear that a good fleet-dealer relationship isnt just nice to have its necessary.

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Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

When Tesla first began building the Cybertruck , it promised a long list of features, but they werent all ready to go at launch. If you wanted to go off-road in your shiny new truck, for example, you had to wait for the update that gave you an off-road mode. And if you wanted to use the same driver-assist software Read more.

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Software Trucking IT Car 70

Vehicle Service Pros

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Join Scott Brown as he dives into the capabilities of the new Autel MaxiSYS MS906MAX, showcasing why this diagnostic tool is a game-changer for automotive repair shops looking for powerful performance on a budget.

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Automotive Repair Automotive 69

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Toyo Tires has introduced the Open Country R/T Pro tire , a hybrid M/T tire built for both on-road and off-road use. This tire is designed to perform in tough conditions like dirt, sand, mud, rocks, and snow, Toyo said. It features a 3-ply sidewall and large shoulder lugs to prevent cuts, chips, and impacts. The tire fits between the R/T Trail, a rugged terrain A/T tire, and the Open Country M/T, Toyo said.

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Technical Management Vehicle IT 64

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Fox took a reported $34 million gamble on running IndyCar ads during Sundays big game featuring series drivers Alex Palou , Patricio OWard , and Josef Newgarden. In total the series was featured for one 15 second ad, four 30 second ads, and two 45 second ads on game day, with three getting play during the Super Bowl Read more.

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Eastwood

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Designing a sheet metal project that requires precision bending involves more than just guesswork. To ensure accurate dimension and consistent results, each step of the build must be calculated. In addition to knowing each panels finished dimensions, you must also account for things like the bend radius of corners. Understanding the minimum bend radius is crucial for both designers and sheet metal fabricators.

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Manufacturing IT Technical 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The best part about Volkswagens ID Buzz is its retro styling. From the brightly colored two-tone paint jobs to its front fascia and overall design inspired by the original Type 2 Bus , it looks great and unlike anything else on the road. If you really want to stand out, though, and think the Buzz could lean even Read more.

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IT 59

Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Toyo Tires has introduced the Open Country R/T Pro tire , a hybrid M/T tire built for both on-road and off-road use. This tire is designed to perform in tough conditions like dirt, sand, mud, rocks, and snow, Toyo said. It features a 3-ply sidewall and large shoulder lugs to prevent cuts, chips, and impacts. The tire fits between the R/T Trail, a rugged terrain A/T tire, and the Open Country M/T, Toyo said.

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Technical Management Vehicle IT 64

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Anyone who owns a business and needs a delivery van has a newly available option today in the Rivian Van. From 2019 to 2023 the van was exclusively available for Amazon drivers , as the e-commerce Goliath commissioned the Illinois-based electric truck manufacturer to build 100,000 of these van s and paid handsomely for Read more.

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Trucking Manufacturing Electricity Finance 55

AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Over 90% of SEO Products Provide False Results Do you know what youre spending on SEO? Many dealers pay for a specific SEO offering, while many more have their SEO bundled into a range of services with their ad agency or website vendor. In either case, almost all SEO solutions in automotive provide either no results or no results that can drive leads and sales.

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Automotive Engineering IT 52

Auto Remarketing

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The year started off with expectations there might be a return to normal in the used-car market. Well, that doesnt exactly appear to be the case one month into 2025. Industry observers releasing wholesale vehicle price indices last week noted uncertainty and surprises in the market to begin the year. At Black Book, the Used Vehicle Retention Index came in at 146.3 last month, down 1.2% month-over-month and 2.5% softer than January 2024.

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Vehicle Retail Electric Vehicles Automotive 52

AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

RockED announced that it is partnering with Impel to launch the industrys first standardized AI certification. The Automotive AI certification program will arm dealership employees and workers throughout the industry with practical knowledge designed to help them work collaboratively with AI technology across critical dealership functions, including sales, service, merchandising and marketing.

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Automotive Retail Management IT 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Boom Supersonic might have snatched aviations holy grail after announcing on Monday that its XB-1 test plane had completed its maiden supersonic flight two weeks ago without producing a sonic boom audible on the ground. The dreaded boom smothered early commercial supersonic flight in the crib. The FAAs 1973 ban on Read more.

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IT Transportation 53

Motor Verso

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

We’ve all been there, maybe it’s someone else’s fault, or maybe you weren’t feeling 100% while driving. Whatever the case,… Read more » The post Bumper Repair Cost Types of Damage And Cost Estimates appeared first on Motor Verso.

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IT 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Living in the Northeast U.S. means the car youre driving is perpetually dirty for about a third of the year because of rock salt, dirt on the roads and other pieces of grime picked up during the winter months. For a big chunk of the year, our cars are very dirty. Most people would tell you that that is a bad thing, Read more.

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Car 52

AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

“Adversary in the middle” is a common cyberattack technique where the adversary will intercept authentication information when an employee signs in. The adversary will then use that access to exploit the employee, the company and even the companys business partners. Heres how it works. 1. Frank, a dealership employee, clicks a phishing email and is directed to a proxy website and begins entering his credentials.

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Banking Mechanic IT 52

RepairSmith

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Does your car jerk, hesitate, or take forever to shift gears? A transmission filter issue could likely be the culprit. Found only in automatic transmission vehicles, this filter keeps dirt and debris out of the transmission fluid, ensuring smooth operation. But when it gets blocked, fluid flow is restricted, leading to rough shifting, overheating, and costly transmission repairs.

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Transmission Repair IT Check Engine Light Manufacturing 52

Jalopnik

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Volvos compact EX30 electric crossover is getting the Swedish automakers Cross Country treatment for 2026, and that means the popular little car is getting all sorts of soft-roading goodies like more plastic cladding, standard all-wheel drive and a slight suspension raise thatll let you pretend its a real Read more.

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Electricity Car IT Hospitality 50