Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com E-commerce auto parts market has experienced phenomenal growth, with sales exceeding $35 billion in 2023 in the United States — a 50 per cent increase over 2020 and more than triple the 2016 volume, according to Lang Marketing’s report, “E-commerce Auto Parts Sales Triple.” Lang Marketing’s analysis divides the e-commerce auto parts market into three major categories: do-it-yourself (DIY), business-to-business (B2B), and online-to-offline (

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

If you’re interested in a career as an automotive technician specializing in hybrid and electric vehicles, staying informed about key players in the industry is essential. One company making significant strides in the hybrid and electric vehicle market is BYD. Founded in 1995, BYD has evolved into a global leader in technology, revolutionizing industries such as electronics, renewable energy, and automotive.

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autoevolution

AUGUST 31, 2024

For many years, we've gotten used to watching Volkswagen dueling Toyota as the biggest carmaker in the world. In the next decades, both carmakers might vanish from the spotlight, as happened with Kodak and Nokia. Volkswagen was caught off-guard by the EV revolution, and the half-baked measures it took in the past years won't be enough to save it.

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Autoblog: Maintainence

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Filed under: Car Buying , Used Car Buying , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading What is ceramic coating for cars? What is ceramic coating for cars? originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com With a more complex supply chain due to more players and reduced reliance on China, the question was asked of supplier leaders if customers would be willing to pay more if it led to a stronger supply chain that was more reliable. The question was tackled by Gino Amador, president of Snap-on Equipment, and Eric Sills, CEO of Standard Motor Products during the MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Vision Conference.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Are you considering a career as an auto mechanic and wondering how to get started? At the Automotive Training Centre (ATC) in Toronto, we believe that hands-on learning is the key to success in the automotive field. We had the privilege of discussing the importance of this approach with Fares Mostafa, an ATC student who followed his passion for cars thanks to the practical training we offer.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This 1951 Pontiac Super Deluxe Catalina had been sitting in a barn for 54 years. It belonged to a highly decorated marine, who was also a football star at the time, and was dreaming of becoming a priest. Jace Allen first spotted the Pontiac when he went cycling with his dad through the woods. They had no idea what type of car it was, they had no idea how old it was, they had no idea who it belonged to.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com The design of vehicles, including their size, shape, and technological features, profoundly affects the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users, according to Jessica Cicchino, senior vice president of research at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). One critical finding from IIHS research is that SUVs, pickups, and light vans pose a greater risk to pedestrians and cyclists compared to sedans.

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Autoblog: Car News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Filed under: Design/Style , Weird Car News , Transportation Alternatives , Electric , Sedan , Lucid Continue reading Grenades and poison gas won't bother this armor-plated Lucid Grenades and poison gas won't bother this armor-plated Lucid originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Choosing the right app for a road trip is critical, especially if you drive to unfamiliar destinations where you don't know the whereabouts. Google Maps, Waze, and Apple Maps are the three top picks, so when I started planning my vacation, these were the first apps I looked into. Apple Maps was the first to be eliminated, as I still consider it useless in any region where the detailed city experience is unavailable.

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IT 121

Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The automaker issued a recall, including popular Bronco and F-150 models, over engine failure risk remedied by dealer inspection and possible engine replacement.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com Younger generations are leading the way in collector car enthusiasm, a recent survey has found. The survey from Hagerty, titled Future of Driving 2024 found that Gen Z is fueling a growing interest in classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. It found that 60 per cent of Gen Z respondents expressed a desire to own a classic car, a significant jump compared to 31 per cent of Baby Boomers.

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AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Discover how dealerships are increasingly targeted by ransomware attacks, leading to severe disruptions and costly data breaches. Download this valuable resource to explore a real-life case where a dealership group faced a five-day ransomware attack that crippled their operations, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures. DOWNLOAD The post The Timeline of a Modern Ransomware Attack appeared first on AutoSuccessOnline.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

This guy was one of the first customers to get their Tesla Cybertrucks. He was also one of the first to put down a deposit, right on the evening Elon Musk introduced the model up on stage in Los Angeles, when its windows were shatterd to pieces. But he didn't like it much, so tried to flip it, and eventually traded it in. Now, he found out that the dealership still hasn't sold it, and it looks like it is there to stay.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Supply is falling. Demand is rising. Anyone with a basic understanding of economics knows what that means. And as the law of supply and demand decrees, used car prices are beginning to rise, according to CarGurus’ August 2024 Intelligence Report , released this week. The report showed used-car inventory levels down in August for the third consecutive month, dropping 2% below last year and 7.4% below August 2022 levels.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) have been on the market for close to two decades, but the ‘new’ technology continues to pose challenges for several shops and tire stores. So much so that several TPMS manufacturers have come together to urge shops across North America to make sure their tools are up to date. At AAPEX 2023, representatives from Continental, Schrader TPMS Solutions, Bartec TPMS and ATEQ TPMS Tools held a press conference to raise awareness about the lack of software updates

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AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Navigating the Waters of Digital Deception A cyberattack against your dealership will most likely start with phishing. The effects of an attack can leave your customers’ information vulnerable and cause them to lose trust in you or leave you open to financial fraud, costing you up to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Staying safe from phishing attacks is an organizational task.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Did something big happen at GM while you were asleep or doing something else like the introduction of a brand-new Chevy Bel Air for the US market? Nope, the bowtie brand and its parent company do not care much about traditional passenger cars. What we have here is a rendering set that Q Cars signed and released on YouTube recently. The digital illust. ( continue reading.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Owners of electric vehicles are ready to come back for more. The 2024 EV Driver Survey, conducted early this year by nonprofit organizations Plug In America and EPRI, found 89% of EV owners said they are likely or very likely to purchase an EV as their next vehicle, a result Plug In America said has been consistent since the survey was first done in 2021.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

While many admit to driving dangerously at times, there’s growing support for measures like speed enforcement. More than half of Ontario motorists confessed to engaging in risky driving behaviours, with younger drivers being the worst offenders, according to a recent study by CAA South Central Ontario. The study found that more than 55 per cent of Ontario drivers admitted to participating in unsafe driving practices in the past year, a number that jumps to 61 per cent among younger drivers

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AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

In today’s economic climate, consumers are grappling with extreme inflationary pressures affecting vehicle ownership. Auto dealers are particularly impacted, facing challenges in vehicle availability and profitability. Let’s explore the factors driving inflation in the automotive market and discuss strategies for dealers to support their customers through these difficult economic conditions.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

In 1958, at the depth of the Eisenhower recession, Buick hit rock bottom, with production numbers going head-first into the abyss. From the historical 739,000 automobiles assembled in 1955, the General Motors division dropped by nearly two-thirds to 242,000. However, despite the hostile sales environment, Buick wasn’t cutting any corners in quality or design.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. It’s a common adage we hear in the corporate world to keep processes moving. But for tinkerers, taking apart something that isn’t broken is all part of the fun. They want to see how everything works when it ain’t broke so they’ll be able to fix or modify it later. Business owners and managers also need to be able to tinker — with their own companies.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Joe’s Garage is set to expand its offerings with new events, extensive hands-on training and an ADAS-focused presentation stage during the automotive aftermarket industry’s biggest annual event. Located on Level 1 of The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Joe’s Garage will serve as a comprehensive hub for automotive professionals. It will host the Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association (ATRA) Powertrain Expo, the largest gathering of transmission repair specialists globally.

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

How do gas prices in the U.S. compare to previous weeks? The average price of gas per gallon decreased in all but two regions this week.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Chrysler unveiled the all-new 2013 SRT Viper at the 2012 New York Auto Show, having high hopes with regards to sales. Unfortunately for them, the Viper got off to a horrible start once it hit dealerships, and things didn’t exactly get better over time. In fact, in April of 2014, the carmaker had to cease production altogether for more than two months due to slow sales.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. It’s a common adage we hear in the corporate world to keep processes moving. But for tinkerers, taking apart something that isn’t broken is all part of the fun. They want to see how everything works when it ain’t broke so they’ll be able to fix or modify it later. Business owners and managers also need to be able to tinker — with their own companies.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

If you haven’t picked up your latest copy of CARS magazine, here’s what you’re missing out on. TMPS manufacturers warn about the fact that shops are not updating their tools. They first raised concern during AAPEX in Las Vegas last year and we caught up with representatives from the companies to dive into the problem in this issue of CARS. They speak to the challenges shops are facing when they don’t keep their tools up to date, from lost revenue to safety issues.

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Eastwood

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In the world of welding, MIG and TIG often get all the attention for their precision, versatility, and clean results. However, despite their advantages, stick welding — also known as Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) — remains a critical technique for DIYers. The robustness, adaptability, and cost-effectiveness of welding this way makes it an indispensable tool in both automotive repair and household projects.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

I'm back home after three crazy days at the racetrack with my RX-7. I must have slept for 15 hours straight, as I'm about to embark on an even wilder journey tomorrow. I will be driving several of the most epic cars ever created by man on one of the most amazing roads in the world. And I might just pack a few ( continue reading.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Electric vehicles need tires tailored to specific EV demands. With that in mind, Hankook Tire developed a line of tires made specifically for EVs. Its iON line of EV tires, which includes the iON evo, iON evo AS, iON icept, and SUV versions of each, stands out from the crowd. The iON line stands out for multiple reasons. The tires are also exclusively made for EVs, meaning Hankook isn’t just using older lines of tires they think match with EVs and slapping a label on them – it tailors its EV tir

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The 2024 E-Transit with enhanced range provides an estimated 159 miles on a single charge, powered by an 89 kWh usable energy battery.

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Bolt on Technology

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Advertising can have a big impact on how well your auto repair shop does. Getting it right means attracting more customers and boosting revenue. To maximize your return on investment and build a stronger customer base, let’s take a look at nine common advertising mistakes and learn how to fix them.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Google is working around the clock on increasing the number of apps available on Android Auto, but it doesn't mean the company will allow just any app on the platform. JuicePass, an application developed by Enel in Europe, attempted. ( continue reading.

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Danny’s Engineportal

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Danny's Engineportal Engine rebuilding and remanufacturing, learn the difference. So, what is the real difference between them, and why would you choose one over the other. Typically a rebuilt engine will have a much shorter life, than [.

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Each year, Automotive Fleet conducts an annual survey compiling data on the personal use of company fleet vehicles.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Electric vehicles need tires tailored to specific EV demands. With that in mind, Hankook Tire developed a line of tires made specifically for EVs. Its iON line of EV tires, which includes the iON evo, iON evo AS, iON icept, and SUV versions of each, stands out from the crowd. The iON line stands out for multiple reasons. The tires are also exclusively made for EVs, meaning Hankook isn’t just using older lines of tires they think match with EVs and slapping a label on them – it tailors its EV tir

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