Auto Service World
JULY 2, 2024
An auto repair and service shop needs to be seen as convenient in customers’ minds because it sets the stage for future business, a shop owner and coach explained. Turning away a customer is something all aftermarket shops should be … The post The importance of being convenient appeared first on Auto Service World.
Brake & Front End
JULY 2, 2024
Mullen Automotive, Inc. announced the first sale of its Mullen Commercial electric vehicles in Massachusetts through its new dealer partner Eco Auto. The company said the initial delivery will go to a Massachusetts-based company offering custom home building, home renovations and maintenance, property management and painting services. Mullen announced its partnership with Eco Auto, a national franchise of automotive dealerships, earlier this month.
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Auto Service World
JULY 2, 2024
How the industry can balance sustainability and profitability The post Charting a path to net zero in auto care appeared first on Auto Service World.
Tomorrow's Technician
JULY 2, 2024
Mullen Automotive, Inc. announced the first sale of its Mullen Commercial electric vehicles in Massachusetts through its new dealer partner Eco Auto. The company said the initial delivery will go to a Massachusetts-based company offering custom home building, home renovations and maintenance, property management and painting services. Mullen announced its partnership with Eco Auto, a national franchise of automotive dealerships, earlier this month.
Auto Service World
JULY 2, 2024
Electric vehicle charging stations see the highest utilization rates in densely populated, higher-income areas near parks and shopping amenities, according to new data from the Transportation Energy Institute’s (TEI) Charging Analytics Program (CAP). The analysis covered over 1,000 DC fast … The post Where EV chargers are used most appeared first on Auto Service World.
BayIQ
JULY 2, 2024
The automotive repair industry is highly competitive, and staying ahead means leveraging the best tools and technologies. One such powerful combination is integrating BayIQ with Protractor to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. This blog post will highlight the key benefits of integrating BayIQ with Protractor.
Auto Service World
JULY 2, 2024
Mike Ferris is joining NTN Bearings’ automotive aftermarket business unit as the regional sales manager for the central region. He was most recently with Schaeffler, where he spent three years as an account executive. The parent company of BCA Bearings … The post NTN adds new sales manager appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Tomorrow's Technician
JULY 2, 2024
A vibration in the steering wheel. A shaking in the driver’s seat or a pulsation in the brake pedal. No, these aren’t the start of tire shop horror stories — relax. Frequently, they’re customer complaints that often point to a common problem: tire vibration. Around 60% of vibration-related comebacks are due to improper wheel mounting or balancing. That’s why minimizing vibration comebacks starts with the proper balancing of your customers’ tires.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
With the summer underway, we are all thinking about leaving the city buzz behind for some quiet place in the middle of nowhere. Enter the Cybertruck cyber-camper. It is a Cybertruck with a pop-up tent over the load bed. Of all the camper conversations that the Cybertruck received, this one seems to be the most interesting so far. The conversation was carried out by Cybertruck Co, which built the shell on a modular rack with a pass-throug. ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
JULY 2, 2024
Outside of investments, the partnerships allows Wheels to gain more knowledge on the automotive industry.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
The aftermarket realm is brimming with joy at the sight of any, every, and all Tesla Cybertruck EV pickup trucks - they so easily stand out in any crowd it's only logical that imagination has gone rampant. Naturally, the world's superstars all want a share of the red carpet's spotlight, and owning a Tesla Cybertruck is the way to. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 2, 2024
Tesla Cybertruck o wners are willing to put up with a lot in order to own one of these massive trucks. One true believer finally found fault in the truck’s design after the replacement for his first Cybertruck died. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
A little more than a year ago, in January 2023, Lockheed Martin's Sikorsky announced it had produced the 5,000th Black Hawk helicopter, a feat that only went to attest to the aircraft's reliability. After all, we're talking about a platform that this year celebrates half a century since it first flight, and it's still very much alive and kicking.
Automotive Fleet
JULY 2, 2024
A look back on Richardson's time working in the public sector and advocating for fleet safety in private fleets. Plus, details on what's ahead.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
A Tesla Cybertruck flipped over while traveling along a road in Mississippi. Three occupants walked away unharmed, while a fourth was transported to the hospital with minor injuries. It reportedly is the first Cybertruck to flip over. The Tesla Cybertruck is one tough vehicle. Bullets, stainless steel balls, baseball bats, it can really withstand just about anything.
Jalopnik
JULY 2, 2024
Feeling regret after buying a car in pretty common;whether it be a cheap project off of Craigslist that never gets finished, or paying too much for that hot performance machine or buying into the hype of a vehicle rather than the reality. It turns out the head of marketing at TikTok regrets dropping around seventy… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
1958 was the big year when Chevrolet reclaimed the leading spot in the United States, as the company's revamped full-size lineup changed the course of the automotive battle. The all-new Impala was the nameplate that made it possible. Presented in 1956 as a concept and unveiled in 1958 as a Bel Air version, the Impala started selling like hotcakes from its first da. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 2, 2024
Add the Tesla Cybertruck’s “Vault” to the list of things about the electric pickup that haven’t lived up to the hype. As it turns out, the tonneau cover meant to make the bed of the Cybertruck impenetrable has a hard time keeping things like water out of the truck’s rear. Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
The last time we heard anything interesting about Toyota's activities in the United States, the Japanese automaker diligently updated the slow-selling GR Supra for the 2025 model year proceeds. It will come to nationwide dealerships with just the 3.0 and 3.0 Premium models packing up to 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque. Alas, it's not the first or last model entering the roster for the 2025 model year – they als. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 2, 2024
The convenience store business is experiencing a massive shift in priority right now, and it could soon mean better and more exciting international options for road trip snacks. The traditional model for American 7-Eleven stores has been focused around tobacco products and gasoline, but as both of those markets show… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
They say demand for electric vehicles has slowed down, but not for Kia, which just posted first-half record-breaking sales of such rides in the United States. At the same time, the Korean automaker states it achieved its second-best first-half sales ever. According to Kia, it parted ways with nearly 30,000 electric vehicles in the first six months of the year in the Un. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
JULY 2, 2024
The energy efficiency of electric vehicles is widely touted by experts as a vital step to mitigate climate change. However, EVs aren’t well-equipped to endure the hellscape environment they are projected to avert. The consequences of cold-weather EV ownership on battery function are well-known, but high temperatures… Read more.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
Some people are into massive overlanding and off-road capable machines that can keep them alive in any circumstance, while others just need a simple and lightweight solution with which to camp out overnight and free of any insects; just the basics, as I like to call it. Well, the Campmaster Air is just that: a simple, lightweight, and affordable solution to getting out into the wild.
Motor Verso
JULY 2, 2024
Nearly two years ago, I drove the MG4 EV, which at the time, I found to be a hugely compelling… Details » The post MG4 EV XPOWER Review appeared first on Motor Verso.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
In 1966, interesting things happened in Detroit: the 427 big-inch big-Block V8 made landfall in the Corvette; Ford smacked Ferrari over the Le Mans laurels with the GT40; and the Street Hemi was released to the general public. It wasn’t the only gift Mother Mopar made to its beloved piston-headed fanatics: the Dodge Charger took the stage. The ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
JULY 2, 2024
AME International released its new portable tire press for industrial tires (product number 71750). Originally designed for Michelin tubeless bead seal tires, the company says this tool now supports a range of multi-piece industrial tire assemblies, including 8-, 10- and 12-in. applications. “The launch of the portable tire press exemplifies AME International’s mission to innovate and provide high-quality solutions that address the needs of our diverse customer base,” said Keit
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
Having one of the coolest rides on the face of planet Earth is nothing compared to possessing the skill to tame it according to your will. Let's find out why that's important when trying to handle supercharged beasts. The videographer behind the Wheels channel on YouTube is a major fan of anything riding on two or fou. ( continue reading.
RepairSmith
JULY 2, 2024
If your car’s interior smells like burnt toast while driving, you might need to replace the flywheel. But don’t worry! Our guide will help you understand the cost of a flywheel replacement procedure. We’ll also share more important information about the symptoms of a damaged flywheel, its lifespan, and the time taken to replace it. This Article Contains: How Much Does a Flywheel Replacement Cost?
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
'The little roadster that could' – that's one of the many possible descriptions for the Mazda MX-5 Miata. Present on the market since 1989 and labeled with successive letters (NA, NB, NC, ND) for its internal designation of each passing generation, this two-door sports car has always occupied a special place in the hearts and minds of automotive industry enthusias. ( continue reading.
Motor Verso
JULY 2, 2024
With newer cars getting progressively bigger and more gargantuan than the last one, it’s nice to see carmakers still focusing… Read more » The post The Hyundai INSTER Is A Cute & Small New Sub-Compact EV appeared first on Motor Verso.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
What’s a General Lee? A defeated commander of the Confederate Army in the American Civil War, a hugely popular long-jump champion (and TV star) 1969 Dodge Charger. While the historical character gave the car its name, we’re only interested in the Mopar in this story. While more than 300 examples were wrecked during the Dukes of Hazzard TV series filming, seventeen screen cars are accounted for today.
Auto Remarketing
JULY 2, 2024
Tesla is beginning to experience what older automakers have seen happening for decades. It’s the phenomenon when the price point for a used model is quite attractive to a buyer versus a similarly equipped new one. Let’s get into the numbers shared by Tesla as well as Cox Automotive and Edmunds. Tesla reported on Tuesday that it delivered 443,956 vehicles and manufactured 410,831 units during the second quarter.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
Buick did a great job with the Gran Sport moniker back in the mid 1960s and early 70s. Back then, only Cadillac were considered more upscale, although unlike Buick, they didn’t produce any performance-oriented models. That’s how Buick became GM’s go-to brand for making both powerful and comfortable models, where opulence met top performance.
Auto Remarketing
JULY 2, 2024
While automotive recalls in the second quarter of 2024 declined significantly from Q1, the total number of recalled vehicles for the year has soared past 14 million, according to the latest quarterly recall report from recall management platform BizzyCar. The report, which analyzed data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and U.S.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
Introduced in 1964, the Plymouth Barracuda got a major redesign in 1967. Three years later, the company debuted the third-generation model on the brand-new E-body platform. The latter also prompted Dodge to develop a brand-new muscle car, the Challenger. Slotted between. ( continue reading.
Repair Shop Websites
JULY 2, 2024
Recruiting and hiring technicians is still one of the most challenging issues facing auto repair shops. At least, that’s what we continue to hear from our customers. In order to recruit talented techs it helps to understand what is important to them. Thankfully our friends at WrenchWay conducted their Voice of Technician Survey to help us all understand where technicians stand on several important issues that can impact your ability to recruit in your shop.
autoevolution
JULY 2, 2024
Chevrolet's Performance division has launched a new crate engine in the form of the L8P, namely a free-breathing small block that combines the best of both worlds. For starters, L8P is derived from the L8T truck motor of the Chevrolet Silverado HD, which is the only series-production small block from this generation to feature iron for the block instead of aluminum.
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