Auto Service World
JULY 10, 2024
If you thought parts proliferation was bad now, it’s about to get a lot worse, an industry expert warned. As average vehicle age climbs and a wider range of vehicles are on the roads, jobbers are already seeing issues with … The post Here’s what’s going to make parts proliferation worse appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
JULY 10, 2024
Hybrid and electric vehicles have transformed the automotive industry, creating a significant demand for skilled hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics capable of maintaining and repairing these advanced machines. As the market grows, employers seek candidates with specific qualifications and expertise. Understanding what employers need from hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic candidates is crucial for those looking to excel in this evolving field.
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Auto Service World
JULY 10, 2024
Vehicles are far more durable today thanks to improved manufacturing techniques, advanced technology, electronic component replacement of mechanical parts and corrosion-resistant body parts. As a result, Lang Marketing reported that vehicles have likely had at least five years added to … The post How much has been added to a vehicle’s life expectancy?
Automotive Training Centre
JULY 10, 2024
Effective warehouse operations ensure that orders are delivered efficiently and on time. After dispatch training, it’s crucial to integrate learned strategies to mitigate risks and maintain efficient operations. However, many areas are crucial for a smooth and secure warehouse environment. Warehouse managers are responsible for preventing loss – a constant battle against theft, damage, and inventory discrepancies.
Shop Marketing Pros
JULY 10, 2024
EPISODE: 108 – Part 4 – A Service Advisor’s Take on Customer Retention with Michael Doherty Welcome to another episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, hosted by Brian and Kim Walker! Today, we have a very special guest, Michael Doherty, who was our exceptional service advisor at Peak Automotive in Apex, North Carolina. Michael has been a pivotal figure in our journey, and we are thrilled to share his insights on customer loyalty and retention.
Tomorrow's Technician
JULY 10, 2024
The automobile industry is a hotbed of innovation. With new technologies being developed and applied at breakneck speed, they’re also challenging the norms and setting new standards for what we can expect from a car. The idea of self-driving cars once a fantasy is now becoming a reality. The technology behind these marbles is complex, involving several interconnected systems.
Autoblog: Repairs
JULY 10, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , Car Buying , Used Car Buying , Auto Repair , Ownership , Safety , Parts and Accessories Continue reading NHTSA: Here's how to avoid getting a cheap, dangerous, substandard airbag inflator NHTSA: Here's how to avoid getting a cheap, dangerous, substandard airbag inflator originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:54:00 EDT.
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AutoSuccess
JULY 10, 2024
Petra Automotive Products announced the first anniversary of Petra Cares, the company’s non-profit initiative. Celebrating this milestone, Petra Cares has successfully graduated 34 young adults (71% of the program participants), with 82% of them either continuing their education or securing technician jobs across the Houston area at prestigious establishments such as Fred Haas Toyota Country, North Houston Hyundai, Milstead Automotive, Kramer Autoplex, My Mechanic, Brazelton Automotive, On
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
As I exclusively reported a few days ago, Google has started enabling the speedometer and speed limits for users on iPhone and CarPlay, with the company now confirming that it's aiming for global availability in the coming weeks. &l. ( continue reading.
Ratchet + Wrench
JULY 10, 2024
Carm Capriotto discusses his recent declaration, ‘The Rise of the Mechanical and Technology Specialist,’ and the vision he has to promote professionalism in the repair industry.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
I'm out hunting for Hot Wheels cars again today. I'm doing it this time in two cities: one with just 10,000 inhabitants and the other with over two million. So far, I haven't been successful with the first one. One of the joys of looking for these tiny collectibles in stores is that you never know what you'll come across. It's a marvelous day if you can find a Super Treasure Hunt, but getting the Premium castings. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
JULY 10, 2024
The new MY introduces invisible hood view and updated driver assistance technology for hands-off driving.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
The latest safety recall to hit Fisker will see 11,308 vehicles recalled for a problem with the cabin electric water pump. In case said part fails, a communication loss will result in the subject vehicle going into limp mode, increasing the risk of a crash by limiting vehicle speed to 10 – 20 miles per hour. Needless to say, suddenly dropping from highway speeds to no more than 20 miles per hour is pretty dangerous.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
Trucks have replaced sedans and wagons as the everyday driver from thirty years ago, that’s just a fact. Remember when your friend’s mom in high school had a wagon with seats in “the way back” that folded out of the floor ? What’s old is new again. Ram filed a patent for a third row of seats that fold out of the back… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
As more and more people want to experience the freedom of the open road, the demand for recreational vehicles is now higher than ever before. Consequently, RV prices have skyrocketed, with many models coming with six-figure price tags or more. However, not everyone who's looking for a new camping rig is willing to pay the kind of money you would need for an average new car.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
No, the bankers weren’t donning ski masks, using screwdrivers to break windows, or hotwiring cars to skive off with them in the middle of the night. But according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau , Fifth Third Bank illegally repossessed the cars of over 1,000 families after forcing their customers to buy… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
Even the most enthusiastic of us about custom cars have to admit that there are simply too many such projects out there to know them all. That's why our passion for modified vehicles is most of the time fed by the most high profile of these builds, the ones that, for some reason or another, manage to reach fame status. And in the world of custom cars one can rarely get as famous these days as what comes out the doors of a garage called Kindig-it Design. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
Overseas automakers built more vehicles in the U.S. than actual domestic brands did in 2023. That’s the first time that has ever happened. It should be noted this stat doesn’t include EV companies like Tesla , Rivian and Lucid. Still, it signals a big shift in American manufacturing. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
I always try to find interesting camper builds to share with you folks here on autoevolution. And every once in a while, I stumble upon truly unique projects like the bread truck camper conversion I'm checking out today. Meet Hunter and his vintage ( continue reading.
Autoflow
JULY 10, 2024
Podcast: Ratchet + Wrench Podcast Host: Chris Jones Ratchet & Wrench and Autoflow’s Chris Cloutier: Successfully Managing Conflict in Auto Repair Shops In this episode, Chris Cloutier from Golden Rule Auto Care in Dallas, Texas, explores effective methods for handling employee conflict within auto repair shops. He outlines the characteristics of workplace conflict, advises on when employees should escalate grievances to the shop owner, and shares strategies for leaders to successfully
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
Pontiac released a major redesign for several models in its lineup, and the GTO got substantial upgrades under the hood, but despite all these changes, the 1967 model year still brought the company's first drop in sales since 1959. It wasn't the market performance that Pontiac expected, but the GTO still performed reasonably, with close to 82,000 units finding. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
Tesla is replacing one of the electric motors in the Cybertruck after less than a year on the road. While the Elon Musk-led manufacturer states the new drive unit is more efficient and reliable, this isn’t a typical upgrade for trucks that have yet to roll out the assembly line. Tesla is contacting owners of already… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
Redesigned for the second time for the 1970 model year, the Plymouth Barracuda gained a brand-new platform as it entered the third generation. Shared with the first-gen Dodge Challenger, the E-body architecture turned the Barracuda into a fully-fledged muscle car. The r. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
If you’ve followed Tesla’s FSD software over the years , you might have noticed an interesting pattern. Constant updates, version after version full of tweaks and fixes, yet the cars still try to drive full speed into moving trains. All that work, all those patches and bug fixes, it all has to be going somewhere, right? Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
In case you’re curious regarding who on earth would be buying a slightly used 26-year-old Lincoln Town Car in today’s day and age, well, your guess is as good as mine. I reckon certain people still appreciate the original third-generation Town Car (98-02), and you don’t necessarily have to be a power broker living in a corrupt town in Michigan in order to be seen driving these things.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
Authorities in Lane County, Oregon have busted a massive theft ring involving stolen Lego sets, according to reporting from Eugene’s NBC 16. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
Jay Leno dressed up to the nines to introduce the Beast. The car barely fits inside the studio for the latest episode of his car show. Two members of the Secret Service brought it in. Nobody else is allowed to drive it or take a look inside it. The three-generation Beast, a unique Cadillac, debuted in 2018 as the official state car of the President of the United States.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
Car enthusiasts love to get upset when a brand reuses an iconic name on a car that isn’t exactly the same as the original, and now y’all have another opportunity with the new Ford Capri. Where the original Capri was a gas-powered two-door sports coupe sold in Europe through three generations between 1968 and 1986,… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
Introduced for the 1970 model year, the Dodge Challenger was the last muscle car to emerge in the golden era. And some say it arrived a bit late to the party because Chrysler discontinued its high-compression V8 engine after the 1971 model year. Alongside the 440-cubic-inch (7.2-liter) Six-Pack and 426. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
The Federal Aviation Administration announced on Monday that it is requiring airlines to inspect over 2,600 Boeing 737 planes due to issues with the aircraft’s oxygen masks. The agency received multiple reports of the passenger supply unit (PSU) oxygen generators shifting out of place. If an impacted 737 suffered an… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
Shelby American found it impossible to avoid the S650-generation Ford Mustang. Thus, they took on the only muscle car in production today that still features a V8 engine under the hood and turned it into a track weapon. Christened the 2024 Shelby Super Snake, this beast is limite. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
Out of all the episodes from its 14 years on air, “ Mythbusters ” co-host Adam Savage’s favorite result is the 2009 golf ball car experiment. This automotive experiment required the team to cover a fourth-generation Ford Taurus in hundreds of pounds of clay and carve dimples into its surface to see if it would improve… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
Of all the bike makers out there, the Italians from MV Agusta like to brag the most. Ok, maybe not brag, but the brand does use some very flamboyant words to describe all of its products and the business as a whole. Just think about how the company paints the Superveloce: "inspired in its breathtaking looks by MV Agusta's glorious racing legacy […] it takes no prisoners when it comes to performance." Too. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
Amazon is a massive company that makes unfathomable amounts of money selling products made by exploited workers, driving local businesses to bankruptcy and generally doing nothing to help local communities. So what if we told you that one TikToker figured out a weird trick to make Amazon pay to fix the potholes in… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
Dacia made quite a bang when it unveiled the new generation Duster late last year. The Romanian budget SUV is now more mature than ever, looks great (for such a ride), is smarter, and features hybrid power in a premiere. The car manufacturer, which operates under Renault's. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 10, 2024
Everybody’s favorite EV charger brand to hate , Electrify America , recently launched a Congestion Reduction Pilot at 10 Southern California locations that will automatically end a charging session once a car has reached 85-percent charge. These stations will then wait 10 minutes before the owner starts to receive idle… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 10, 2024
Produced in nearly five million units from 1955 to 1957, the Chevrolet Tri-Five is among the most common 1950s classics out there. At the same time, however, it's also one of the most desirable, especially in Bel Air trim. But while the Sport Coupe and the four-door sedan were bu. ( continue reading.
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