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Restoring Old Car Stereo Speakers

Eastwood

I say it often – paying attention to the smallest details is the difference between repair and restoration. Whether that’s applying the correct finish to an original part or choosing a period-correct accessory, details matter. Which is why I chose to restore rather than replace the 23-year-old speakers in my car. Normally OEM speakers wouldn’t be worth saving, but the car (a 2001 Porsche Boxster) has a unique factory option.

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Nokian Tyres marks fifth anniversary of Dayton, TN workforce

Tire Review Magazine

Nokian Tyres is commemorating the fifth anniversary of the workforce at its North American factory in Southeast Tennessee. The factory team recently gathered to celebrate its growth from a 60-member launch group in spring 2019 to a workforce that consists of approximately 500 employees. In that time span, Nokian said the factory has produced millions of tires, won awards for its sustainable operations and expanded its ranks eight times over.

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Top 5 Benefits Of Importing A Foreign Car

The Mechanic Doctor

The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Do you wish to buy a new car from a foreign brand? While there are many foreign brands available in your country, some may still not have opened their stores in your country. In such times, opting for importing vehicles is the only viable option available. While some may consider the intricate import process as a demerit, it doesn’t outrun its amazing merits.

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Help Your Customers Retain Their Vehicles’ Value with Premium Appearance Protection Products

AutoSuccess

The demand for vehicle appearance protection services and products has surged within the automotive care industry, reflecting customers’ increased spending on cars in today’s market. Preserving the “new car” look and feel is crucial to customers who prioritize a clean and well-maintained vehicle. By offering advanced solutions that help maintain the appearance and cleanliness of their vehicles, you can provide customers with enhanced peace of mind when they drive off the lot.

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Wash Doctors: UK’s Number One Mobile Car Valeting Service

The Mechanic Doctor

The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Did you know that Wash Doctors utilises waterless car cleaning technology that is not only efficient but also environmentally friendly? Imagine never having to worry about finding the time to clean your car or the impact of wasteful water usage on the environment. With a team of skilled professionals and a commitment to exceptional service, Wash Doctors is changing the game in mobile car valeting.

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Digging Into the Numbers: Research Reveals the Connected Future of Fleets

Automotive Fleet

The findings from a comprehensive survey of 300 fleet professionals, carried out by Ridecell and ABI Research, highlight the necessity for fleet managers to transition from data interpretation to data-driven automation. As business outcomes increasingly rely on machine processing of fleet actions, learn why it is crucial for companies in the fleet industry to understand the significance of streamlining their operations through digital transformation.

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Restoring Old Car Stereo Speakers

Eastwood

I say it often – paying attention to the smallest details is the difference between repair and restoration. Whether that’s applying the correct finish to an original part or choosing a period-correct accessory, details matter. Which is why I chose to restore rather than replace the 23-year-old speakers in my car. Normally OEM speakers wouldn’t be worth saving, but the car (a 2001 Porsche Boxster) has a unique factory option.

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Six Elements of a Genius Electric Fleet

Automotive Fleet

Combining the six pillars of a Genius Fleet will keep operations running smoothly and build trust in the reliability of electric vehicles and infrastructure.

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Weekend Beyond Cars Roundup June 01, 2024

Jalopnik

The Department of Defense is probably looking at Lockheed Martin’s refund policy after a brand-new F-35 fighter jet crashed on Tuesday afternoon. The recently built aircraft was being transferred from an assembly plant in Fort Worth, Texas to Edwards Air Force Base in California. The F-35B slammed into a hillside near… Read more.

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Weekend Car Buying Roundup June 01, 2024

Jalopnik

Even when you get a deal on something at a dealer, they’ll still find a way to try and get some more money out of you to make up for the fact that you got said deal. Take how Hyundai covered an engine replacement for my car, but the dealer still said I needed to part with $800 for new hoses and belts. The main place… Read more.

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Weekend QOTD Roundup June 01, 2024

Jalopnik

The automotive industry is inherently competitive, with every manufacturer jockeying with each other in the marketplace. Automakers have to convince potential customers that their vehicles are better than what their rivals are producing. This goes far beyond flashy ad campaigns and smooth-talking salespeople. It’s… Read more.

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Weekend Car Culture Roundup June 01, 2024

Jalopnik

It was only a matter of time before someone in a Tesla Cybertruck crashed into a crowd at a sideshow. While attempting to do some sort of reverse donut thing (I think) at a gathering in Chicago, a dark copper- wrapped Cybertruck backed right into a crowd of onlookers as a couple of people hung out the window of the… Read more.

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Weekend News Roundup June 01, 2024

Jalopnik

A recent study found that Tesla vehicle batteries degrade at a faster rate than the manufacturer’s warranty assures. Recurrent discovered that the range plummeted to 64 percent of the EPA-rated range after three years after combing data from 12,198 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. While the information illustrates… Read more.

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