Auto Service World

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Canada’s electric vehicle (EV) market is gaining traction, but significant hurdles in infrastructure and consumer incentives threaten to stall progress, warned a new report. Globally, the demand for EVs has plateaued in key markets, including the U.S. and much of Western Europe, according to EY’s 2024 Mobility Consumer Index. This slowdown is attributed to geopolitical and economic factors, as well as shifting consumer attitudes.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For students in dispatch training , mastering sales skills may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, sales skills are a tremendous asset to any dispatch graduate, allowing them to excel in their role and even opening doors to more significant career opportunities. Understanding the power of negotiation, communication, and customer relations can make all the difference in the fast-paced transportation and logistics industries.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 30, 2024

A team that knows the value of a customer, puts them ahead and ensures they are what’s important to the business is invaluable when you’re an automotive repair shop. That’s why Motorcade Industries St. Catharine’s branch is the 2024 Jobber of the Year Award winner. The customer-centric approach is key for branch manager Shannon Black. She has set a standard for what automotive parts distribution can and should be.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Mastering the nuances of insurance claims allows students in collision estimating training to provide accurate estimates and ensure that vehicle repairs are processed efficiently. But what exactly happens after a car accident? How does an insurance claim move from the initial report to the final payout? In today’s blog, we’ll walk through the journey of an insurance claim, breaking down each step for students pursuing careers in auto body estimating.

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AutoShopOwner

OCTOBER 30, 2024

As a business coach, I get to talk to a lot of shop owners, and many are complaining that while sales are down, their car counts are still high. Here are a few things why this is happening: Complacency: For the past few years, customers just said yes, now they are a lot more conservative with spending. Inflation: While inflation has eased, we are still left withe higher prices in so many areas- food, entertainment, housing etc.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation is hosting a sweepstakes where you can help raise money for the organization and have a chance to win a 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible. Below is the organization’s description of the sweepstakes, as well as a link to enter: “Get ready to own a piece of American automotive history! In celebration of our milestone 65th Anniversary, we’re giving you the chance to win a spectacular, fully restored 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible—an iconic cla

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Yamaha Motor is partnering with Caterham EVo Limited, a UK-based subsidiary of VT Holdings Co., Ltd., in the development of a new electric sports coupé, referred to as “Project V.” The collaboration aims to advance the project toward mass production and commercialization, the companies said. Project V is a development project for an electric sports coupé that inherits Caterham’s DNA, which the companies added prioritizes driving pleasure with the principles of being light-weight, simple and fun

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Electronic throttle bodies (ETBs) are found on over 250 million vehicles, and many face high failure rates due to gear train issues. Discover how Standard® has engineered key improvements like stronger gears and improved designs, resulting in ETBs that restore vehicle performance and optimize fuel efficiency. Trust Standard® for high-quality solutions that keep vehicles running their best.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Electronic throttle bodies (ETBs) are found on over 250 million vehicles, and many face high failure rates due to gear train issues. Discover how Standard® has engineered key improvements like stronger gears and improved designs, resulting in ETBs that restore vehicle performance and optimize fuel efficiency. Trust Standard® for high-quality solutions that keep vehicles running their best.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Blue Streak® by Standard® Ignition Coils offer enhanced spark energy and durability, designed to outperform OE coils in high-mileage vehicles. The limitations of OE ignition coils hinder operation as vehicles age, highlighting issues like carbon buildup and moisture intrusion. Blue Streak® Ignition Coils are the product of advanced engineering and rigorous testing, ensuring optimal performance you can trust.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Blue Streak® by Standard® Ignition Coils offer enhanced spark energy and durability, designed to outperform OE coils in high-mileage vehicles. The limitations of OE ignition coils hinder operation as vehicles age, highlighting issues like carbon buildup and moisture intrusion. Blue Streak® Ignition Coils are the product of advanced engineering and rigorous testing, ensuring optimal performance you can trust.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 30, 2024

GreenPower Motor Company Inc announced that it has finalized the specifics for the order for 50 all-electric Type D BEAST and Mega BEAST and Type A Nano BEAST and Nano BEAST Access school buses for seven county school districts in West Virginia funded by the EPA Clean School Bus Program. The order was made through GreenPower’s West Virginia dealer. “EPA has previously awarded $18.5 million to purchase 50 GreenPower all-electric school buses and provide for the charging infrastructure

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In this episode of Drivetime , Dr. Christian Dickopf, senior vice president, Corteco Division at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies, shared his perspective on the evolving automotive aftermarket industry and the essential factors for career success. With more than 18 years of experience at Freudenberg Group, Corteco’s parent company, his journey from product development to leadership underscores the value of diverse skills and networking in this field.

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Automotive Fleet

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The companies are working towards sustainable mobility and innovative fleet solutions to support corporations navigating today's complex mobility landscape.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Stellantis unveiled its innovative Moving Ground Plane (MGP) technology – a $29.5 million investment – at the company’s research and technical center in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The upgraded wind tunnel will be able to measure and reduce airflow resistance from wheels and tires, which can account for up to 10% of total real-world aerodynamic drag, according to Stellantis.

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Automotive Fleet

OCTOBER 30, 2024

While barriers remain to creating a national system, a new coalition is pushing for reforms as a new digital clearinghouse is reducing the time to register and retitle vehicles from weeks to hours.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 30, 2024

When I get a chance to talk to students in automotive programs, I always ask one question: “Do you want to own a shop someday?” For the past 20 years, about 60% say they plan to own their own shop someday. Seeing the hands go up can be uplifting. But, looking at the start of a technician’s career and where they eventually want to be leaves out the middle part of a career as a technician.

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Danny’s Engineportal

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Danny's Engineportal Having a alternator or battery failure is bad new, because they are both components of the charging system. That makes diagnosing a alternator or battery failure, a bit tricky. Because, the electrical power in your [.

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Mitchell 1

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Mitchell 1 is heading to AAPEX/SEMA 2024 – Visit us and learn how to drive efficiency at every step of the repair! From industry-leading repair software to management solutions and powerful marketing services, Mitchell 1 is your shop’s greatest tool to stay ahead of the competition. The post Visit Mitchell 1 at AAPEX / SEMA appeared first on Mitchell 1 ShopConnection.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The Department of Defense Office of Inspector General announced on Tuesday that Boeing overcharged the U.S. Air Force by almost $1 million for a dozen spare parts for the C-17 Globemaster III. The most egregious markup was 7,943 percent on an undisclosed amount of aircraft lavatory soap dispensers. Yes, the Air Force… Read more.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Point S is launching a franchised network in Taiwan. The network has partnered with automotive repair and maintenance company Car Quality in an agreement that includes the integration of the Point S brand in Car Quality’s 30 existing points of sale. Point S officially opened its first flagship site in Taiwan on Oct. 23 in a ceremony attended by the network’s international CEO, Fabien Bouquet and international president, Christophe Rollet.

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RepairSmith

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Worried about the check engine light flashing on your dash? This warning is more than a minor hiccup — it often points to urgent issues that could harm your vehicle’s engine if left unchecked. To reduce further damage, you should avoid driving. Wondering what to do next? We’ll help you resolve the problem as soon as possible by explaining the reasons behind the flashing check engine light and what to do when yours illuminates.

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DRIVE

OCTOBER 30, 2024

My experience spans two-person collision shops to larger multi-shop operations (MSOs) with millions in annual sales. Regardless of size, one common theme emerges: profitability. It’s often assumed that profitability concerns only affect struggling shops, but this isn’t the case. Shops with $1.5 to… Check out Cassey’s entire column in FenderBender HERE Cassaundra Croel The post Use a Profit Formula for Collision Shop Success appeared first on DRIVE.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The new 4000ALX aluminum racing floor jack from the Ranger division of BendPak is a portable floor jack weighing 56 lbs. and capable of lifting up to 4,000 pounds. The floor jack is made of aircraft-grade aluminum, the company said, and offers a 19-in. rise, a single-piece front roller, an oversized knurled aluminum handle, and double-sealed hydraulics.

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Rove, a local developer of full-service electric vehicle (EV) charging centers, recently announced the company is redefining the public charging experience with the opening of its first center in Santa Ana, California. Sitting on more than one acre, this center hosts 40 direct-current (DC) fast chargers, including 28 Tesla V4 Superchargers and 12 of ABB’s premium chargers with a combination of CCS and CHAdeMO plugs capable of reaching up to 350 kW. “Our team set out to create more th

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Point S is launching a franchised network in Taiwan. The network has partnered with automotive repair and maintenance company Car Quality in an agreement that includes the integration of the Point S brand in Car Quality’s 30 existing points of sale. Point S officially opened its first flagship site in Taiwan on Oct. 23 in a ceremony attended by the network’s international CEO, Fabien Bouquet and international president, Christophe Rollet.

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DRIVE

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Located in beautiful Billings, Montana – Owner Erik Hall now has time for his family…It wasn’t always that way. Cindy & Erik Hall of 1-Stop Automotive With almost two decades of outstanding service under their belt, 1-Stop Automotive is dedicated to helping people in any way they can. Erik Hall started his business in 2005 with the help of his parents.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Sumitomo Rubber North America (SRNA), a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, has promoted Sam Williams to director of sales for commercial truck tires. According to SRNA, Williams has over 30 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket industry, with experience in sales, store management, multi-unit management, business development, marketing, operations, buying, merchandising, strategic planning, and vendor relations.

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 30, 2024

A few weeks ago, a Texas woman was killed by a driver who was test-driving a powerful automobile — a Dodge Challenger R/T. The woman was hit by the vehicle, which was estimated to be traveling around 120 mph on a road with a 35-mph speed limit. Both the driver and the dealership employee with him were injured. That driver is facing several criminal counts, and the family is suing the driver, the sales consultant and the dealership.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The new 4000ALX aluminum racing floor jack from the Ranger division of BendPak is a portable floor jack weighing 56 lbs. and capable of lifting up to 4,000 pounds. The floor jack is made of aircraft-grade aluminum, the company said, and offers a 19-in. rise, a single-piece front roller, an oversized knurled aluminum handle, and double-sealed hydraulics.

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Hydraulics 52

AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In this episode of Drivetime , Dr. Christian Dickopf, senior vice president, Corteco Division at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies, shared his perspective on the evolving automotive aftermarket industry and the essential factors for career success. With more than 18 years of experience at Freudenberg Group, Corteco’s parent company, his journey from product development to leadership underscores the value of diverse skills and networking in this field.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Sumitomo Rubber North America (SRNA), a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, has promoted Sam Williams to director of sales for commercial truck tires. According to SRNA, Williams has over 30 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket industry, with experience in sales, store management, multi-unit management, business development, marketing, operations, buying, merchandising, strategic planning, and vendor relations.

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Motor Verso

OCTOBER 30, 2024

With the massive tectonic shift towards sustainability among the world’s biggest carmakers, it is about time that we’d be seeing… Read more » The post Skoda Turned The Enyaq Electric SUV Into A Sustainable Race Car appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The Abu Dhabi-based investment firm CYVN Holdings has agreed to purchase 100 percent of McLaren Automotive from its current owners, Mumtalakat Holding, reports Reuters. Mumtalakat Holding is the sovereign wealth fund of Bahrain, which assisted McLaren through a “capital reorganization” earlier this year, taking full… Read more.

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In today’s automotive market, consumers are facing severe affordability challenges when it comes to purchasing and maintaining vehicles. As car prices continue to rise and economic uncertainties persist, dealers must adapt their strategies to meet the evolving needs of their customers. One key area where dealers can make a significant impact is through the strategic offering of F&I products, not just at the point of sale, but throughout the customer’s ownership journey.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 30, 2024

This week New York City Council passed legislation to legalize crossing the street outside of a crosswalk or using the crosswalk against the light , legitimizing an already quite common practice among New Yorkers. Because of the prolific practice of so-called jaywalking in the city, police have largely discontinued the… Read more.

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Transportation 61

Vehicle Service Pros

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Hunter University is a new global learning platform designed for accessible training.

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