Automotive Training Centre
APRIL 2, 2025
The automotive industry is evolving rapidly, with software-defined vehicles (SDVs) becoming more common on the road. These vehicles rely on advanced software systems to control everything from engine performance to driver assistance features. As an auto mechanic , understanding how to diagnose, repair, and update these vehicles is critical to staying competitive.
AutoShopOwner
APRIL 2, 2025
Its no secret that time is limited as an auto repair shop owner. Between diagnosing complex engine issues to managing your mechanics and creating a five-star customer experience, theres often little time left to focus on your financials. But what happens when tax season rolls around, and youre forced to buckle down on organizing your records and preparing your returns?
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Automotive Training Centre
APRIL 2, 2025
If youre graduating from automotive school and preparing to work with traditional and electric vehicles (EVs), understanding warning alerts is key. Todays vehicles rely on advanced electronic systems to monitor performance, safety, and efficiency. Whether you’re servicing a gasoline-powered car or working as a hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic, recognizing what dashboard alerts mean is crucial for diagnosing and repairing vehicles effectively.
Shop Marketing Pros
APRIL 2, 2025
EPISODE: 146 You’re Not Spending Enough Money On Marketing with Parker Branch Brian and Parker dive into how strategic marketing investment can drive real growth for auto repair shops. Parker shares how increasing his marketing spend transformed his business, leading to record-breaking profits and industry recognition. They discuss why many shop owners hesitate to spend more on marketing and how cutting back can actually slow growth.
Auto Service World
APRIL 2, 2025
Despite a slight increase in trust, the majority of drivers remain wary of self-driving vehicles. According to AAAs latest survey on autonomous vehicles, only 13 per cent of U.S. drivers would trust riding in a self-driving vehicle. However, that is up from 9 per cent last year. Still, six in 10 drivers still report being afraid to ride in one. Enhancing vehicle safety systems remains a higher priority for drivers than the development of self-driving technology.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 2, 2025
Imagine your car’s electrical system as a bustling city, with countless wires acting as roads connecting various electrical components. In this analogy, fuses are the traffic controllers, ensuring that electricity flows smoothly and safely throughout the entire network. The primary purpose of fuses is to protect your vehicle’s electrical components from damage caused by excessive current.
Auto Service World
APRIL 2, 2025
Jobber News reached out to leaders in the supply and distribution segment of the automotive aftermarket and asked them what they see happening in the industry over the next 12 months, what will improve, what one challenge to the industry will be and what opportunities are out there for jobbers and suppliers alike. We will present their answers in alphabetical order over the coming weeks You can view the full feature in our January 2025 issue.
Auto Repair Digest brings together the best content for auto repair professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Brake & Front End
APRIL 2, 2025
Valvoline announced the launch of its new passenger car motor oil formulas for both the U.S. and Canada. The company said these formulas surpass the updated International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) GF-7 standards, which formally went into effect on March 31. Valvoline added that its current ILSAC GF-6 certified synthetic Valvoline motor oils already meet all requirements of the new ILSAC GF-7 specification.
Auto Service World
APRIL 2, 2025
Hear more from this year’s chair for AIA Canada. This Enhanced Media segment features more from Tony Kuczynski, whose new role is featured in the upcoming March 2025 issue of Jobber News. Learn more about his background in the auto care sector, what drives his passion for the industry, why he views this as a great opportunity and more. The post Enhanced Media: Tony Kuczynski, AIA Canada chair appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 2, 2025
Valvoline announced the launch of its new passenger car motor oil formulas for both the U.S. and Canada. The company said these formulas surpass the updated International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) GF-7 standards, which formally went into effect on March 31. Valvoline added that its current ILSAC GF-6 certified synthetic Valvoline motor oils already meet all requirements of the new ILSAC GF-7 specification.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
Lithium-metal anode-free batteries promise higher energy density and longevity, but their biggest problem is the dendrites that form inside the battery and ruin it. QuantumScape claims it solved this issue with a proprietary solid-state separator, which prevents dendrite formation. Most batteries are designed with two electrodes (cathode and anode), an electrolyte, and a separator to keep the electrodes from short-circuiting.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 2, 2025
March is always madness and this year, it rolled over into our Crossword Puzzle. After some significant upsets, here are the Cinderalla story (though still randomly selected) winners of the March Crossword Puzzle! You’ve each won a $10 gift card! Our winners this month are: Juan Favela, J. Sterling Morton West High School, Berwyn, IL Eric Hernandez, Princeton High School, Princeton, TX Jacob Alliton, Middleburg High School, Green Cove Springs, FL Darren Culver , Lonestar College, The W
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
In the world of campers and RVs, there's one design that has caught the attention of countless adventurers worldwide: the truck camper. Well, this time around, we explore the works of a crew that's been a proud American brand since 1957. That team is none other than Alaskan Campers; they're the ones responsible for what you see in the image gallery today.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 2, 2025
Pirelli is expanding its Scorpion family with the launch of the Scorpion XTM AT, an all-terrain tire built specifically for North American drivers and vehicle trends. For Pirelli, this tire represents a shift for the brand perhaps known best for heart-pumping track performance products into a more aggressive off-road territory. To prove they can just as well walk the walk in the A/T segment, the Italian tire maker invited tire dealers and journalists into the heart of Death Valley, CA for two da
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
Travel trailers have always been among the most versatile and beloved mobile living and camping solutions the world has seen. However, striking the right balance between capability, comfort, and price is no easy task. That said, CrossRoads' Sunset Trail 331BH might just be the camper America's adventurous families are looking for. Folks, before us, is a habitat that can accommodate up to 11 family members.
AutoSuccess
APRIL 2, 2025
Auto dealerships are always looking for ways to increase profits while providing valuable services to customers. One of the best opportunities for upselling and improving customer satisfaction comes from the service drive and parts department. By offering targeted add-on services, dealerships can enhance vehicle performance, extend longevity and ensure customer safety especially during seasonal transitions like preparing vehicles for summer driving.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
If you're into cycling and leaving your car behind as often as possible, then you're sure to have seen a trend in today's shifting industry. That trend is e-bikes, which are designed to be indispensable aids for countless urban activities. One crew to unveil their spin on what the perfect e-bike has to offer is none other than Tenways, a crew whose bicycles I've personally tested.
RepairSmith
APRIL 2, 2025
Since its debut in 2016, the ND-generation Mazda MX-5 has remained popular for its agile handling, classic roadster appeal, and compact size. However, as with any vehicle, it comes with a handful of common service, maintenance, and reliability issues. Being aware of these can help you maintain your MX-5, maximizing enjoyment for years to come. Learn more about these common issues on the Mazda MX-5 ND, and then schedule an appointment with AutoNation Mobile Service.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
The largest automaker of the Detroit Big Three has recently issued a rather curious recall. Affecting 10,643 examples of the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq, the campaign was prompted by an incorrect description of the rear outboard head restraints in the owner's manual. While this may not seem like much, affected vehicles do not comply with a certain requirement of the federal motor vehicle safety standard for head restraints.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 2, 2025
Nokian Tyres has begun tire deliveries from its new zero-emission tire factory in Oradea, Romania. The initial shipments include winter and all-season tires and are heading to customers in Central Europe. Nokian positioned the Romania facility to serve Central and South European markets, focusing on passenger car tire production. The site operates as the company’s first full-scale zero CO emission tire factory, using fossil-free energy and advanced tire manufacturing technology.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
Talk about packing a punch! Two years after its official introduction, the Fortis 36Y from Fleetwood RV (arguably) remains the only Class A gas motorhome offering a handful of features that turn it into the perfect family-friendly RV. A family-friendly pocket rocket that seems to have found the perfect way to walk the line between premium features and affordability.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 2, 2025
Continental presented four technical papers focused on sustainable tire technology at the Tire Technology Expo conference in Hanover, Germany from March 4-6. Jorge Almeida, Head of Sustainability at Continental Tires, and Prof. Burkhard Wies, Head of Applied Research and Innovation, opened the conference by sharing the companys strategy to reduce environmental impact during tire use.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
Tesla continues the downward trend in the first quarter, with the worst quarterly deliveries in almost three years (336K units) and the biggest sales slump in history (-13% YoY). The numbers were significantly below Wall Street estimates, as well as Tesla-compiled consensus. What's worse is that Tesla's bet on the Cybertruck backfired spectacularly.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 2, 2025
Hankook Tire & Technology has appointed Jongseon Ahn and Sanghoon Lee as global executive directors and new co-CEOs. The company approved the appointments during its Annual General Meeting and Board of Directors meeting on March 26 at its Technoplex headquarters in South Korea. These Hankook co-CEO appointments aim to increase management efficiency and strengthen the company’s global leadership, it said.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
This 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R SuperCrew is finished in Antimatter Blue Metallic and comes with heated and ventilated front Recaro bucket seats. It was purchased new by its original owner for $113,955 and has since been fitted with several tastefully chosen upgrades. What’s even more interesting is that this truck just sold at auction for $134,000, despite it having 2,400 miles on the odometer.
AutoSuccess
APRIL 2, 2025
Assurant, Inc. announced the launch of Assurant Vehicle Care Technology Plus , a vehicle service contract offering consumers protection for their vehicles and mobile device. For the first time, customers can get comprehensive protection for their vehicles high-tech components and wear-and-tear items, with an added benefit at no cost to the customer for their smartphones most common repairs, including screens, charging ports, batteries and buttons.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
In January, I was off to a fairly strange and slow start to the year. With no driver's license in my wallet, I resorted to spending more time racing in the virtual world. And I wondered how long I had to wait until the first memorable moment of 2025. Fast-forward to the first half of February. I had gotten my driver's license back and was happy to be back behind the wheel.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 2, 2025
Continental presented four technical papers focused on sustainable tire technology at the Tire Technology Expo conference in Hanover, Germany from March 4-6. Jorge Almeida, Head of Sustainability at Continental Tires, and Prof. Burkhard Wies, Head of Applied Research and Innovation, opened the conference by sharing the companys strategy to reduce environmental impact during tire use.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
The one-of-one Rolls-Royce Phantom ‘Cherry Blossom’ was commissioned by a customer drawing inspiration from the fleeting beauty of the Sakura blooms. The word in question here is ‘Hanami’, which stands for the Japanese tradition of viewing cherry blossoms in the spring. As some of you already know, cherry blossoms are a powerful Japanese symbol, ushering in the arrival of spring.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 2, 2025
Valvoline Global Operations has launched new ILSAC GF-7 engine oils for passenger vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. These oils exceed the updated standards from the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), which are now in effect. Valvoline Engine Oil Standards Development Valvoline says it has consistently ensured its motor oil formulations exceed industry standards.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
Camping season is just around the corner and many outdoor enthusiasts have already started preparing for the upcoming adventures. While some work with professional van outfitters to build their road companions, others decide to DIY their own rig, but for those who want a camper van that is available for immediate delivery, the pre-owned market is a great solution.
AutoSuccess
APRIL 2, 2025
Celebrated racer, entrepreneur and automotive innovator Richard RJ Valentine is taking Valentine Performance Detailing (VPD) to the next level with an extensive expansion of its premium car care collection. In the year since its launch, the company has already gained a strong following for high-performance detailing solutions. In fact, the VPD line is now sold in pro shops at some of the nations top racetracks, such as New Jersey Motorsports Park.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
Auroras are spectacular manifestations of the action space has on a planet. More specifically, they occur when charged particles generally coming from the Sun hit a planet's atmosphere, releasing energy in the form of spectacular light shows. Auroras are commonplace here on Earth, but also on planets that have an atmosphere. We've already detected them even on the distant, giant planets of our solar system, namely Jupiter, Satur. ( continue reading.
AutoSuccess
APRIL 2, 2025
Trophy Automotive Dealer Group (TADG) announced the acquisition ofKia ofCerritos, one of the top three Kia dealerships in the nation. This strategic move reinforces the group’s unwavering commitment to growth, innovation and an elevated automotive experience for our customers. Renowned for itsexceptional service and industry leadership, Kia ofCerritosseamlessly aligns with TADG’s vision of delivering excellence.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
Rivian refused to offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in its vehicles despite owners starting a petition to get it. So far, there haven't been successful attempts to provide these highly requested functions via workarounds or third-party devices. However, a tech enthusiast promised to deliver a hardware device to enable phone projection and native apps for the Rivian infotainment system.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 2, 2025
Valvoline Global Operations has launched new ILSAC GF-7 engine oils for passenger vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. These oils exceed the updated standards from the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), which are now in effect. Valvoline Engine Oil Standards Development Valvoline says it has consistently ensured its motor oil formulations exceed industry standards.
autoevolution
APRIL 2, 2025
Aston Marin starts using the Royal Arms almost a year after King Charles III granted the automaker the Royal Warrant. It is the first time the brand has served by appointment to and is associated with the Royal Family in its 112-year history. This means that the Aston Marin wings will sit beside the royal crest of King Charles III, following the Royal Warrant awarded by Appointment to His Majesty the King.
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