Ride Mission

AUGUST 31, 2022

How Does The Inventory Shortage Impact Car Maintenance And Repair? The global shortage of electronic chips and motherboards has significantly impacted car maintenance and repair, along with every other industry relying on technology to manufacture their goods. Plus, the shortage of available cars to purchase new has made an even more significant impact on the industry, which is good news for some, but bad news for others.

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Automotive Management Network

AUGUST 25, 2022

Table of contents The first steps to deal with an abandoned vehicle Speak with the customer Secure a garage-keeper lien on an abandoned vehicle What to expect if you want to sell the abandoned car Conducting a lien sale How to take ownership of an abandoned vehicle Step 1: Get your documentation together Step 2: Start making calls Step 3: Follow the City, County, & State procedures Step 4: Use what you’ve learned to develop an abandoned vehicle policy Abandoned Vehicle Laws by State Additi

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Institute for Automotive Business Excellence

AUGUST 18, 2022

Objections are one of the things we must deal with as salespeople. You will hear all sorts of things that people say about objections. “That’s when the sale gets interesting,” “That’s the beginning of the sale,” “This is why I go to work.” While these statements are certainly a way to keep a positive mindset about objections, I’d rather not get them in the first place.

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Midwest Performance Cars

AUGUST 4, 2022

This 2008 Audi R8 has a pair of cabin air filters that are difficult to access to put it mildly. The last time they were replaced on this vehicle, it was done at an Audi dealer. Unfortunately, the dealer service department did a poor job on this and jammed both filters in, forcing them to […] The post Audi R8 Engine Air Filter Replacement appeared first on Midwest Performance Cars.

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Virginia Tire & Auto

AUGUST 30, 2022

The August 2022 edition of Modern Tire Dealer featured an interview with Virginia Tire & Auto Co-CEO Julie Holmes about our commitment to hire more women. In 2020, Virginia Tire & Auto hired 5 women, and in 2021, we hired 31 more women, with hopes to increase that number even more in 2022. Click here to read the article and learn about this industry-shifting initiative.

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Wrench

AUGUST 16, 2022

When you hand over the keys, trust is incredibly important. This is why Wrench celebrates their Tech of the Week each week: because you deserve a mechanic you can rely on. Get a free quote Wrench chooses mechanics that go above and beyond their job description for each Tech of the Week spotlight. These technicians are why Wrench can guarantee timely, hassle-free, convenient, and quality service.

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Eastwood

AUGUST 3, 2022

Oh… now you messed up. You went too hard on the righty tighty, and now you have a righty loosey on your hands. You just sheared off the head of … The post How To Use Broken Fastener Extractors first appeared on Eastwood Auto Restoration Blog - Free How-to Automotive Tech Advice for Everything DIY Automotive.

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Midwest Performance Cars

AUGUST 4, 2022

Every time we remove a wheel from a vehicle, such as a tire rotation, brake replacement, or seasonal swap, our technicians meticulously clean and abrade any corrosion that commonly results from our Midwest winter weather and corrosive road salt. This is necessary to avoid future issues such as a vibration or abnormal brake disc runout. […] The post Corrosion Removal appeared first on Midwest Performance Cars.

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Midwest Performance Cars

AUGUST 4, 2022

MPC offers complimentary steering & suspension alignment angle measurements with every visit. Regardless if you are here for a routine engine oil service or complicated check engine light diagnosis, we will check your vehicle’s alignment… free! The cost of setting alignment can vary, based on how many points of adjustment are needed, the amount of adjustment […] The post Complimentary Alignment Checks appeared first on Midwest Performance Cars.

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Midwest Performance Cars

AUGUST 4, 2022

We are exacting, just like the German manufacturer brands that we service. This 2001 Porsche Boxster 986 exhibited symptoms of needing a new clutch. Once the transmission, pressure plate & clutch disc were removed, we measured the rotation, rock play, and teeth count spec on the dual mass flywheel to provide an accurate recommendation for […] The post Porsche Boxster Pressure Plate appeared first on Midwest Performance Cars.

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Institute for Automotive Business Excellence

AUGUST 4, 2022

Implementing a process - or multiple processes - in your automotive business doesn't have to be hard or unclear. These five steps to creating processes for your auto shop will help turn your business into the well-oiled machine of your dreams! Many owners make the mistake of not having processes within their business. Actually, that’s not entirely true - most businesses do have processes, or a way that they do things.

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Wrench

AUGUST 16, 2022

As we settle into life in a post-pandemic world, finding safe and affordable auto repair is as important as ever. Mobile mechanics stepped in to fill a need for alternatives brought about by COVID-19. Yet more and more people are discovering the everyday benefits mobile repair offers, and Wrench is proof the age of mobile mechanics is here and here to stay.

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Wrench

AUGUST 14, 2022

Imagine you are a kid again. It is the peak of summer, and neighborhood games of tag are nearly an everyday activity. Each week it seems like the games get more competitive as you and your friends try to figure out who is really the quickest in the neighborhood - obviously, you are the last to get tagged and the first to tag others. You think you are faster than a race car.

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Wrench

AUGUST 9, 2022

Our lives run on routines. There are morning routines before heading out to work. We have routines for grocery shopping and exercising. If you have young kids, you can add what feels like an extra ninety-nine routines to a typical weekday. The villains are time disruptors. They are the little things you didn’t see coming; before you know it, they can upend almost every routine you have.

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Wrench

AUGUST 2, 2022

Summer is here, and with it comes unrelenting heat that can wreak havoc on your car and make for a miserable driving experience. However, you can follow a few summer car care tips to ensure your vehicle is in optimal summer driving condition, letting you stay cool and relaxed during your driving adventures all summer long. Get a free quote Why Summer Heat Isn't Great For Vehicles Hot weather can affect your car in various ways, from altering fluid levels to excessive wear and tear on your c

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Eastwood

AUGUST 2, 2022

Mechanically The most basic way to deal with rust is mechanically. It takes a little elbow grease, but there are Eastwood tools available to make this job as easy as … The post How-To Deal with Rust first appeared on Eastwood Auto Restoration Blog - Free How-to Automotive Tech Advice for Everything DIY Automotive.

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