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ASW Conversations: Aftermarket labour challenges

Auto Service World

With thousands of technician positions needing to be filled, there is an urgent need for the automotive aftermarket to find ways to tackle the problem. Enter AIA Canada’s Labour Market Report, released late last year. The report found that the … The post ASW Conversations: Aftermarket labour challenges appeared first on Auto Service World.

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5 Areas Collision Shops Should Be Getting Paid Instead of Pushback

Automotive Training Institute

ATI | Many collision shop owners see insurance negotiations as a necessary cost of doing business—but not every estimate has to be a battle! The post 5 Areas Collision Shops Should Be Getting Paid Instead of Pushback appeared first on ATI.

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Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Shop Foreman After Auto Mechanic School?

Automotive Training Centre

Becoming a shop foreman is a coveted role in the automotive industry. This role offers both leadership opportunities and a lucrative career path. This position might seem like a distant goal for recent auto mechanic school graduates, but it’s entirely within reach with the right skills, knowledge, and attitude. This blog post explores the responsibilities, necessary skills, and the journey to becoming a successful shop foreman, providing a comprehensive insight into this rewarding career.

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Should an Auto Repair Shop Use a Local Marketing Company or Marketers Who Specialize in Auto Repair Shops?

Shop Marketing Pros

EPISODE: 102 – Should an Auto Repair Shop Use a Local Marketing Company or Marketers Who Specialize in Auto Repair Shops? When choosing a marketing company to market your auto repair shop you may find yourself deciding between a local marketer in your hometown or an auto repair marketing specialist whose office is halfway across the country. Which one should you choose?

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AAPEX announces training schedule

Auto Service World

The full training schedule at Joe’s Garage during AAPEX has been announced. It will feature technical and management training, led by leading instructors ready to equip shop owners, service advisors and technicians with essential skills AAPEX will be held November … The post AAPEX announces training schedule appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Hansen Motorsport, SKF Align for 2024 World RX Season

Tomorrow's Technician

SKF announced it has partnered with EPWR, a part of the PWR Group, to support 2024 season of The Scandinavian Touring Car Championship (STCC). The STCC will premiere the world’s first 100% electric national touring car championship in Gothenburg, Sweden on June 8-9, marking a significant step toward sustainable motorsports, according to SKF. All 12 of the race cars for the series are produced by EPWR and are built on the concept of sustainable performance, economic viability and technical advanc

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A Day in the Life of a Parts Driver After Automotive Training

Automotive Training Centre

The world of automotive repair keeps the wheels of commerce (and everyday life) turning. But behind the scenes, parts drivers ensure mechanics have the parts they need. If you’re considering automotive training and wondering what a career as a parts driver entails, buckle up – we’re taking you on a ride-along! The Early Bird Gets the Route The day starts well before most engines roar to life.

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EV World: Overcoming the knowledge gap

Auto Service World

In the latest issue of EV World, we hear from several leaders on the automaker side of the industry. The cover story looks at what they see as necessary for the automotive sector to overcome as more consumers look to … The post EV World: Overcoming the knowledge gap appeared first on Auto Service World.

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5 Tricks To Solving Belt Noise

Tomorrow's Technician

Engineering a belt system is one of the most difficult jobs for OEMs. There are contact, frictional, centrifugal and peripheral forces that must be taken into account. If they get it right, the belt will be quiet, efficient and last 100,000 miles. If they get it wrong, the belt will be noisy or rob the engine of power. For technicians, the job is even tougher.

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Considering Automotive School? Here Are Some EVs With the Longest Driving Ranges

Automotive Training Centre

Electric Vehicles (EVs) are as popular as ever in 2024, yet their actual adoption rates continue to perform below par. For many drivers, a key factor in their reluctance to fully adopt EVs is range anxiety or the fear of running out of battery power before reaching their destination. Thankfully, as battery technology advances, EVs are becoming more efficient.

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1970 Dodge Diamante: Mopar's Forgotten 426 HEMI-Powered Two-Seat Challenger

autoevolution

A one-off show car, the 1970 Diamante started out as a design exercise for an Elephant-powered Corvette rival and is currently dubbed the most valuable car to feature Mopar's legendary V8 engine. Inspired by an experimental aircraft engine, the first generation of Chry. ( continue reading.

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Private label losing its appeal to consumers

Auto Service World

While there may have been an initial push for consumers to choose private label options for their automotive aftermarket needs, it appears the area isn’t growing. Nathan Shipley, executive director of industry analysis in automotive at Circana, showed data from … The post Private label losing its appeal to consumers appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Reprogramming Transmission Control Modules

Tomorrow's Technician

CC: You just sold a shop a remanufactured transmission, and now they are saying it’s not working. After installing it in the vehicle, what questions should you ask before they remove the transmission for a return? Simple. Did you program the transmission control module? Most remanufactured transmissions do not come. This is because the remanufacturer does not know the vehicle the transmission is going into.

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In Automotive Technology Training? Here’s Companies Beating Tesla in the Robotaxi Race

Automotive Training Centre

The future of automotive technology training and transportation is hurtling toward us, and self-driving cars are a significant part of the equation. While Tesla often dominates headlines in the autonomous vehicle (AV) space, the race to develop a commercially viable robotaxi is a multiplayer game. Are you currently enrolled in automotive school? Here’s a breakdown of some key players who might be surprising frontrunners, alongside insights into the world of robotaxis.

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Tesla Forbids Cybertruck Owner To Resell His Truck Because It Doesn't Fit Inside Building

autoevolution

A Tesla Cybertruck owner discovered that the truck would not fit inside the building, so he tried to resell it. He went the official way to satisfy the no-resale clause in the sales contract, asking Tesla for permission. However, Tesla would not buy it back nor allow him to sell the Cybertruck to a third party. Tesla started deliveries of the Cybertruck in November 2023, and interest in the outlandish pickup truck skyrocketed.

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New prices move up after trending lower

Auto Service World

After a quarter of downward movement, new vehicle prices in the U.S. headed up in April. In March 2024, new-vehicle transaction prices in pretty much held steady at an average of $47,218, a slight 1% decrease from February, according to … The post New prices move up after trending lower appeared first on Auto Service World.

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BayIQ's Automotive Loyalty Program

BayIQ

Across industries, retaining a customer costs significantly less than acquiring a new one, about five times less. BayIQ's automotive loyalty program enables auto and tire shops to retain more customers, create a competitive edge, increase average repair orders (ARO), and enhance customer satisfaction. In this blog post, we'll explore the key benefits and features of BayIQ's automotive loyalty program and why it's an essential tool for any auto or tire shop.

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In Automotive Training? Explore Predictive Thermal Management

Automotive Training Centre

As the automotive industry evolves, so does the technology that drives it. One of the most significant advancements in recent years is predictive thermal management. Understanding this cutting-edge technology is essential for those undergoing automotive training. Predictive thermal management enhances electric vehicle (EV) performance, improving efficiency and safety.

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Spacecraft With Brilliant Blue Glow Trail Passes Mars, Moves Further Into Space

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The thing with long-duration space missions is that just when you're about to forget all about them, some crucial update reaches your eyes and ears, bringing said mission back into the spotlight. Just like it happened last week with something called Psyche. First and foremost Ps. ( continue reading.

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Quebec Midas franchisee wins top honours

Auto Service World

Daniel Evers of Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Quebec, was named the Midas Franchisee of the Year for a single-unit owner. At the Midas annual convention in April in Nashville, Evers was honoured with the award, which recognizes customer count volume, tire sales volume, … The post Quebec Midas franchisee wins top honours appeared first on Auto Service World.

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What the Future Holds for the Aftermarket at AAPEX 2024

Brake & Front End

The future of the automotive aftermarket shines brightly, and AAPEX is at the forefront of this evolution. As vehicles log more miles and integrate increasingly complex electronics, the landscape of parts and repairs is diversifying. AAPEX research highlights that new products are the primary draw for attendees, making this conference a vital event for staying informed and competitive.

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Transmission Fluid Hydraulics

Tomorrow's Technician

Transmission Fluid Hydraulics and Shifting To understand why using the correct transmission fluid is necessary, you first have to know how the transmission fluid flows inside an automatic transmission. Fluid Paths The journey starts in the pan. The transmission fluid is drawn from the pan through a filter by the pump that is behind the torque converter.

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Rapper's Two-Tone Tesla Cybertruck Looks Best on 26s and Between Two Maybachs?

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Trae tha Truth is an American rapper from Houston, Texas, who has developed a penchant for luxury rides fitted with massive, forged wheels – but is he wrong or right to feel so happy about that? Frazier Othel Thompson III is better known by his stage name, Tra. ( continue reading.

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May/June 2024

Auto Service World

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Mullen Announces Sale of 50 Bollinger EV Trucks

Brake & Front End

Electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive, Inc. announced Bollinger Motors* has reached an agreement to sell 50 vehicles to EnviroCharge, a provider of convenient and flexible charging solutions, for an estimated deal value of $8,250,000 for electric vehicle owners. EnviroCharge will install its mobile clean-propane-powered charging system on the Bollinger B4 chassis cab, an all-new, all-electric Class 4 commercial truck.

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Modine Helps Fortify Zero-Emission Bus Fleet in Wisconsin

Tomorrow's Technician

Modine announced a collaboration with the City of Racine Wisconsin’s public transportation system, RYDE Racine. To reduce public transit fleet emissions, the city operates nine all-electric buses with the Modine EVantage Thermal Management System, with up to four additional EVs on order, the company said. Modine said EVantage will optimize inverter temperatures and improve the range, longevity, and reliability of the city’s electric bus fleet along the nearly 700 stops it serves. 

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Kenworth Debuts Futuristic SuperTruck 2 Concept, Looks Like 'Game Over' for the Tesla Semi

autoevolution

Did Kenworth just invent a bullet train for the road? Pretty much. At least that’s the vibe we’re getting from their brand-new SuperTruck 2 Concept, unveiled recently at the ACT Expo in Las Vegas. Of course, we’re talking from an efficiency standpoint, not speed. Just how efficient? Well, keep reading. While designing their SuperTruck 2 demonstrator vehicle, Kenworth wanted to achieve a 100% freight efficienc. ( continue reading.

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Sean Lannoo joins Dill

Auto Service World

Dill Air Controls announced the addition of aftermarket veteran Sean Lannoo, who will join the company in the newly created role of technical training manager. Lannoo was most recently a Continental sales and technical training supervisor and has been known … The post Sean Lannoo joins Dill appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Please Take Our Brakes/Rotating Electrical Survey

Brake & Front End

From time to time, ShopOwner conducts surveys to help us guide our editorial direction and help our partners determine what’s important to you, our readers. These are very important studies, because they allow you to respond anonymously and honestly. We need your help ! We would appreciate your expert opinion on some questions about brake components (such as calipers, master cylinders and boosters) and rotating electric parts (such as starters and alternators).

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Brake Lines and Hoses: Inspecting for Wear, Preventing Failure

Tomorrow's Technician

“Delve into the critical role of brake lines and hoses in ensuring vehicle safety. Learn how to inspect for wear, recognize warning signs, and prevent potential brake failure. Gain expert insights on proper installation techniques and essential maintenance practices to keep your brakes reliable and road-ready. This video is sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

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Would You Hire a Dealer Technician?

AutoShopOwner

Over my 41 years as an auto shop owner, I have hired and fired more people than I can remember. One challenge for me was hiring a technician that spent too much time work at a new car dealer. The culture is different, the focus is only on billed hours and many of them spent too much time on one car make. However, these days, are we limiting our pool by not considering all avenues to find techs.

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BCA Bearings summer promo on now

Auto Service World

NTN, the parent company of BCA Bearings, is currently running the BCA 2024 Endless Summer promotion. This campaign allows BCA’s warehouse distributor customers to earn exclusive, BCA-branded premium merchandise with their orders of BCA wheel hub assemblies, bearings, and seals. … The post BCA Bearings summer promo on now appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Shop Marketing Pros Clients Capture Major Awards at VISION Hi-Tech Training & Expo

Shop Marketing Pros

Shop Marketing Pros Clients Capture Major Awards at VISION Hi-Tech Training & Expo Published On May 27, 2024 Press Release HAMMOND, Louisiana – April 10th, 2024 – To say it was a good day for Shop Marketing Pros clients might be an understatement when it came to handing out awards at the recent VISION Hi-Tech Training and Expo. Shop Marketing Pros clients came away with multiple awards at the event, which was held Feb. 29-March 3 at the Overland Park Convention Center in Overlan

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Oil Filter Housing

Tomorrow's Technician

Upgrade your Chrysler Pentastar engine with Standard’s superior oil filter housing kit! Understand the common failure points of the original design and see how Standard’s innovative solutions, including enhanced seals and correctly torqued sensors, offer lasting performance. Visit standardbrand.com for more details and give your customers the best in engine reliability.

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Second-Gen Tesla Model S Appears From Behind the Digital Curtain, Are We Ready?

autoevolution

Some say that Tesla is currently in disarray because of many setbacks that became clearer in 2024 but were actually planted since Elon Musk lost track of his beloved EV company in favor of playing with the new Twitter toy. Still, Tesla remains a beacon of sustainability in an industry th. ( continue reading.

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New VP for Holley

Auto Service World

Holley Performance Brands announced Jordon Musser as its senior vice president of safety and electronics product categories. He joins the company as part of Holley’s ongoing efforts to accelerate growth and leverage its portfolio of iconic brands to reach a … The post New VP for Holley appeared first on Auto Service World.

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The average car on American roads is now 12.6 years old

Autoblog: Maintainence

Filed under: By the Numbers , Driving , Insurance , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading The average car on American roads is now 12.6 years old The average car on American roads is now 12.6 years old originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 26 May 2024 06:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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