Auto Service World
MAY 28, 2024
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.
Automotive Training Institute
MAY 31, 2024
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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Shop Marketing Pros
MAY 29, 2024
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?
autoevolution
MAY 25, 2024
A self-proclaimed "influencer" from North Carolina is one of the first 2,000 Americans to take delivery of a Cybertruck. He even believed his EV was the first to arrive in The Tar Heel State. But it didn't take long for the enthusiasm and novelty to wear off. Fortunately, Tesla didn't wait too long to make it right. Here's what happened.
Auto Service World
MAY 30, 2024
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.
Autoblog: Maintainence
MAY 26, 2024
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.
Auto Remarketing
MAY 28, 2024
When that shopper is waffling over whether the timing is right to buy a used car, here’s a selling point a dealer can pass along to that indecisive consumer, courtesy of CARFAX. “It’s time to get off the fence if that’s where you’ve been sitting and waiting for the right moment to act,” CARFAX editor in chief Patrick Olsen writes in analysis around the latest CARFAX Used Car Index.
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Auto Service World
MAY 30, 2024
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.
Automotive Fleet
MAY 28, 2024
As the electrification market inches from the pilot phase to everyday use cases, the magnitude of the effort — and the cost — came into sharper focus at the industry's biggest clean transportation event.
AutoSuccess
MAY 29, 2024
In the world of car sales, pricing strategies—especially the debate over dropping prices or “marking down” vehicles—come up often and can get pretty heated. The wisdom passed down between generations is that if a car is not selling, “mark it down.” Drop the price low enough, and the car will sell — so it works, right? But here’s the question: Does marking down a car actually increase the number of new shoppers?
autoevolution
MAY 27, 2024
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.
Auto Service World
MAY 29, 2024
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.
Eastwood
MAY 28, 2024
If you’re like us, you spend a lot of weekends on hot asphalt parking lots looking at other people’s cars. And if we’re being honest, after a while most car shows can start to feel all the same. But throw in vintage airplanes, grass runways, and hangars filled with motorcycles and suddenly things look a lot more interesting. That was the vibe at the Wings and Wheels show at Van Sant Airport in southeastern Pennsylvania this Memorial Day weekend.
Auto Remarketing
MAY 29, 2024
During a May 9 forum with industry media in Detroit, Cox Automotive held a panel discussion on how it is using artificial intelligence to assist its wholesale customers with more accurate vehicle inspections and condition reports and marketing opportunities. Participating in Cox Automotive’s AI panel discussion was Marianne Johnson, chief product officer at Cox Automotive, who said machine learning has been around for 20 years and predictive algorithms based on historical data is not new, either
autoevolution
MAY 28, 2024
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.
Auto Service World
MAY 31, 2024
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.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 29, 2024
Uniroyal Tires is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the giant Uniroyal tire, an Interstate 94 landmark welcoming visitors to the Detroit, MI. Uniroyal said the giant tire symbolizes its history of making tires for more than 130 years. “For decades, the Giant Uniroyal Tire has brought smiles to the faces of many people,” Uniroyal brand director Michelle Grim said.
Eastwood
MAY 25, 2024
So, you’ve decided you want to change up the look of your ride with a new color. You have something unique in mind, so original that you’ve never seen anything like it on your type of car. But how do you know if it’s going to look right before you dive deep into an expensive color change? After all, a color chip in a paint book (or worse, a picture from the internet) is hardly the most accurate prediction of what may be.
autoevolution
MAY 27, 2024
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.
Auto Service World
MAY 28, 2024
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.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 28, 2024
Astro Tires, established in 1995 by Tire Group International , is expanding its product offerings. This year, the brand has added 582 SKUs to its portfolio, and the Astro Tires program now boasts a total of 1,364 SKUs. Astro Tires broadened its product range across various segments, including radial AG and radial IND, bias AG, implement, lawn and garden, golf, flotation, OTR and industrial tires.
CATI
MAY 30, 2024
As you’ll learn in auto body training, One-Piece Car Casting, also known as One-Piece Chassis or Giga Casting, is an innovative manufacturing technique pioneered by Tesla. It involves creating the entire underbody structure of an electric vehicle in a single piece, eliminating the need for multiple welded components. This breakthrough simplifies production, enhances structural integrity, and reduces manufacturing costs.
autoevolution
MAY 27, 2024
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.
Auto Service World
MAY 27, 2024
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.
Jalopnik
MAY 28, 2024
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.
Auto Service World
MAY 27, 2024
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.
Auto Service World
MAY 27, 2024
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.
Auto Service World
MAY 25, 2024
Automobile collisions may be harrowing and frightening situations, leaving individuals with physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial burdens. During such difficult times, it is important to have access to accurate and comprehensive information about the accident. One way to obtain … The post Car Accident Reports: What Are They and How Do You Get One?
Auto Service World
MAY 27, 2024
The Automotive Communications Council (ACC) has awarded Georgianne Dickey, director of marketing at NTN Bearing Corporation and former ACC President, the distinguished ACC IMPACT Award. This accolade recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication in the automotive … The post Georgianne Dickey honoured with ACC award appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Service World
MAY 25, 2024
As self-driving cars transition from futuristic concepts to reality, the question of their safety becomes increasingly pertinent. These vehicles promise to revolutionize transportation, but their safety is a major concern for both regulators and the public. This blog post will … The post How Safe Are Self-Driving Cars? appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Service World
MAY 31, 2024
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autoevolution
MAY 27, 2024
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.
autoevolution
MAY 28, 2024
The world is leaning towards battery-powered vehicles, although Greece doesn't acknowledge that. A new regulation from the Greek Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy mandates that EVs and plug-ins can't board a ferry unless their high-voltage battery has a maximum charge level of 40 percent. The world is transitioning toward electric mobility, with electric vehicles gaining market share from their dirtier cousins powered by a. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
MAY 30, 2024
Lucid Motors might be the supplier of electric motors for the upcoming production version of the Genesis X Convertible Concept. Rumors indicate that Hyundai Motor is in advanced talks with Lucid Motors, although neither company has confirmed or denied it. If the deal goes through, this will be Lucid's third e-motor supply agreement after the ones signed with Aston Martin and Formula E.
autoevolution
MAY 30, 2024
Concept cars, like the majority of concepts, are designed to push boundaries and explore new design territory, implement new tech, and test the waters for innovation. Done well, some may even turn a standard vehicle into a new breed of people-mover, even if they never make it into production. As a rule, a station wagon can be a lot of things: it's spacious and practical, and comfortable and accommodating for a large number of passeng. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
MAY 25, 2024
Well, it's time for a French "ou, la, la" moment – according to an exclusive report from the good folks over at Britain's Auto Express, "the world's coolest car" according to their readers, the Citroen DS executive car, might come back for another stint on the automotive market. The Citroe. ( continue reading.
autoevolution
MAY 25, 2024
Rivian said from the get-go that it wanted to keep the world adventurous forever while also focusing on sustainability and enabling people to move around without straining their local environments. However, what the Irvine-based brand didn't anticipate was that its customers would go even further with the green-oriented living aura. It's not easy, but it's worth it to transform a battery-powered pickup truck into an amazing shop on wheels. ( continue reading.
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