Auto Service World

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Tesla’s dominance in the EV market has been a double-edged sword for the company: On one hand, they have the top market share in North America; on the other, their vehicle owners are plagued by long wait times and dissatisfied customer service. That means the automotive aftermarket has a chance to swoop in and take some of their business, noted Carolyn Coquillette, owner of Earthling Automotive in San Francisco and founder of Shop-Ware.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 3, 2024

For many students, the path to becoming an automotive technician is driven by a fascination with cars and a desire for hands-on work. Zoey Benoit’s journey was no different. While her route into the automotive world wasn’t direct, it was transformative, leading her to the Automotive Training Centre (ATC) in Cambridge. We sat down with Zoey to discuss her experience, how ATC’s unique approach shaped her, and why having instructors with real-world experience is key.

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Business Actualization

OCTOBER 3, 2024

In the auto repair world, many shop owners and service advisors make the mistake of passively waiting for customers to walk through the door. While marketing efforts like direct mail, Google Ads , and SEO are crucial for driving visibility, they aren't enough to ensure a steady flow of work. Most shops rely heavily on automated follow-ups or reminders from their CRM, hoping customers will return for overdue services.

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Get ready for a technical skill showdown that will keep you on the edge of your seat! For the first time ever, eight teams of technical school students from across the country will disassemble and reassemble Holden V6 engines live at AAPEX, while trying to beat the clock. Don’t miss your chance to cheer the automotive aftermarket industry’s rising stars to victory — and have some extra fun while you’re getting business done!

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com Burnout is a widespread issue affecting nearly half of workers globally, according to a new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The report, titled Four Keys to Boosting Inclusion and Beating Burnout , revealed that 48 per cent of employees in eight countries are currently experiencing burnout. This study surveyed 11,000 desk-based and frontline workers from Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Japan, the UK, and the US.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Automotive training is essential for students specializing in hybrid technology, especially as more drivers seek greener alternatives. Understanding the current and future trends in home charging technology can open up exciting career opportunities in this evolving field. This blog post will explore these trends and how they can shape your future in the automotive industry.

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Shop Marketing Pros

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Social media is one of the most powerful tools for your auto repair shop, but if you’re not taking full advantage of it, you’re missing out. We get it—there are valid reasons why shop owners struggle to post consistently. But here’s the thing: those reasons can’t stand in the way of growing your business. Let’s tackle these common issues head-on and give you the strategies to turn things around.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 2, 2024

A recent paper has found that Canadians have little knowledge of data access and control in their vehicles. Fewer than a third (29 per cent) of drivers say they clearly understand who has access to the data their vehicle produces, while most (63 per cent) want to know who controls that data. according to the study, Data dynamics: Exploring vehicle owners’ data awareness, ownership and sharing , published last week by AIA Canada.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 4, 2024

If you’re passionate about cars and enjoy providing high-quality service, starting a business in auto detailing after your auto detailing training is a logical and exciting venture. Completing your auto detailing training equips you with the technical skills to restore, clean, and perfectly protect vehicles. But professionalism is key to genuinely thriving as an entrepreneur.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Do EVs have feelings? No. But, you may get that customer in your shop where a customer may state that they “feel” something has changed. In the case of EVs, they can feel their range is reduced or it is taking too long to charge their vehicle. They could be on to something, or the changes in range and charging could be caused by external forces. This is where customer communication becomes an art.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Valvoline, Inc. announced that in September it opened its 2,000 th location under the Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Great Canadian Oil Change brands. This advances the Company’s efforts to expand its network of service centers to 3,500 in the United States and Canada, Valvoline said. Valvoline said the 2,000 th location is a new, company-operated, two-bay service center located in Centerville, Ohio, and marks the sixth Valvoline Instant Oil Change location in the Dayton, Ohio, metro are

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The September issue of Jobber News is focused on what’s on the minds of the professionals who keep jobber stores running across the country. The cover story features the results of our survey of counter professionals from Canadian jobber stores, asking them various questions, ranging from how they like their job to how they deal with customers to the challenges they face to how they deal with customers.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Auto mechanic training is a hands-on field that requires a combination of technical knowledge, practical experience, and problem-solving skills. As technology evolves, so does the learning experience for students in this field. Whether you’re just starting or looking to fine-tune your skills, several apps are designed to help you study more efficiently, practice more effectively, and become more knowledgeable in automotive repair.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 3, 2024

NexaMotion Group (NMG) continues its rapid expansion, acquiring 4M Parts Warehouse out of Cleburne, Texas. Founded in 1977, 4M Parts Warehouse provides premium-quality auto parts for professional repair shops. Terms were not disclosed. 4M Parts Warehouse has 17 locations in North Texas and more than 120 employees. 4M Parts Warehouse President Lanny Martindale will join NexaMotion Group as VP of sales and operations.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 3, 2024

NexaMotion Group (NMG) continues its rapid expansion, acquiring 4M Parts Warehouse out of Cleburne, Texas. Founded in 1977, 4M Parts Warehouse provides premium-quality auto parts for professional repair shops. Terms were not disclosed. 4M Parts Warehouse has 17 locations in North Texas and more than 120 employees. 4M Parts Warehouse President Lanny Martindale will join NexaMotion Group as VP of sales and operations.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 1, 2024

With car manufacturers packing more technology into vehicles than ever before, a recent survey highlights which features drivers can’t live without — and which ones they’re willing to pay extra for. Car manufacturers are increasingly incorporating advanced technology features into modern vehicles to enhance safety and convenience. A recent survey conducted by Uswitch aimed to identify the tech features that car owners find most useful and those that would influence them to pay more f

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Auto mechanics are essential in maintaining hybrid vehicles, which are popular for fuel efficiency and lower emissions but have drawbacks. Understanding these challenges is crucial as the shift towards hybrid and electric technology grows. At ATC, we equip aspiring auto mechanics with the skills and knowledge to address these issues confidently through specialized training in hybrid and electric vehicle technology.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The coolant specified by most BEV OEMs calls for a non-conductive coolant. Formulating non-conductive coolants typically involves using base fluids and additives that do not ionize in solution. Common base fluids include glycols with organic acid synthetic fluids with low electrical conductivity. Additives are carefully selected to ensure they do not introduce ionic species that could increase conductivity.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Everyone, especially Tesla fans, expects Tesla to blow people's minds on October 10 during the "We, Robots" event set for the Robotaxi unveiling. With so much hype surrounding the event, there is a high chance that reality will not meet expectations, and the event will prove rather disappointing. If you're a Tesla fan or investor, you already know what was causing Tesla shares to trend hig. ( continue reading.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Automotive repair has long had a stereotype of technicians purposely looking for work in a vehicle to sell to the customer. When done for the right reasons, it’s what every shop should be doing. Jay Huh, a business coach at Shop Fix Academy and owner of CarMedix in North Carolina, encourages all shops to have their techs thoroughly inspect each vehicle that comes in so that both the shop and customer know of anything that could need work down the road.

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Automotive Fleet

OCTOBER 1, 2024

On Oct. 8, join a virtual panel of speakers discussing how fleets can use telematics to manage vehicle health and driver safety while driving outcomes related to reducing costs, increasing productivity, and more.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Purcell Tire & Rubber Company announced it will expand in Potosi, Missouri, investing more than $5.3 million and adding 10 new jobs. The expansion includes acquiring an eight-acre site in the Washington County Industrial Park for a more than 44,000-square-foot warehouse, distribution center, and fleet repair shop, Purcell said. “It’s always exciting to see leading employers like Purcell Tire growing and creating jobs in our state,” Missouri Gov.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

If you have a large family or want to be there for your friends when they need a ride, a three-row US-sized SUV like the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV could make sense. From a purely financial perspective, a new Model Y Long Range with the seven-seat option would be better because it costs half as much as the Merc. But here's the kicker: things drastically change when you add used Mercedes-Benz EQS SUVs to your radar.

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IT 112

Auto Remarketing

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The last couple of years, automotive dealers were making record profits from car sales. Fast forward and we now find ourselves in a market with significantly increased inventories. Compared to a year ago, according to Cox Automotive, inventory is up by approximately 914,000 vehicles, which correlates to an increase in day supply from 57 to 72 days. We are witnessing a complete pendulum swing in supply/demand dynamics with resulting dealer margin compression.

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Automotive Fleet

OCTOBER 1, 2024

How do gas prices in the U.S. compare to previous weeks? Despite the recent hurricane, average price of gas per gallon remained virtually the same with only slight changes across the nation's regions.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Purcell Tire & Rubber Company announced it will expand in Potosi, Missouri, investing more than $5.3 million and adding 10 new jobs. The expansion includes acquiring an eight-acre site in the Washington County Industrial Park for a more than 44,000-square-foot warehouse, distribution center, and fleet repair shop, Purcell said. “It’s always exciting to see leading employers like Purcell Tire growing and creating jobs in our state,” Missouri Gov.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

The Plymouth Barracuda was an iconic name that lived precisely ten years to the day, between April 1, 1964, and April 1, 1974. It inaugurated the pony car segment two weeks before the Ford Mustang, and it made a second coming in 1970 with a completely redesigned body and the full range of engines. ( continue reading.

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Engineering Mechanic Car IT 111

Danny’s Engineportal

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Danny's Engineportal All spark plugs wear out as they age and at some point, will cause spark plug problems. Because, after enduring abuse for thousands of miles, you really can’t expect them to last forever. Good spark [.

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

If your initial electrical load calculations indicate a lack of capacity, you may be able to support charging infrastructure with the appropriate load management.

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RepairPal

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Discover 50 creative Facebook post ideas for your auto repair shop to engage customers, boost visibility, and drive traffic to your business. The post 50 Auto Repair Facebook Post Ideas to Engage Customers appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

This 1979 Plymouth Volare Road Runner showed up at a car event in Pennsylvania, raising eyebrows and questions. The car, painted in black and sporting gold stripes and riding on matching wheels, wowed the crowd. It is one of the rarest ever made. Plymouth transferred the Road Runner name. ( continue reading.

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Danny’s Engineportal

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Danny's Engineportal Engine surging, will cause the engine to momentarily lose (rpms). Then, suddenly regains normal engine speed. So, engine surging can affect drivability. And, can also cause error codes to appear in your OBD-II system. Consequently, [.

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Automotive Fleet

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Ford Power Pro will offer commercial customers a $2,000 incentive, which fleets can apply toward electric vehicle costs of their choice.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2024

In this video, Andrew Markel explains the importance of dual oxygen sensors in catalytic converters and their role in monitoring exhaust efficiency. Learn how these sensors adjust fuel trims, store oxygen in catalyst beds, and ensure peak performance of the converter. Discover why faulty sensors can affect exhaust reduction and what to check during vehicle maintenance.

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Vehicle 52

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Earlier today, my wife told me to list things I'd like to get for Christmas. She told me she'd decide which one to buy, so it would still be sort of a surprise when I got it. That way, she would undoubtedly pick something I like. The first item I selected was a ( continue reading.

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RepairSmith

OCTOBER 4, 2024

A flat tire can strike at any time, leaving you stranded and frustrated. Here in San Diego , where driving is crucial for both work and recreation, you can’t afford to be stuck with a flat tire. With AutoNation Mobile Service, you don’t need to wait for a tow or limp your car over to a repair shop. Our mobile flat tire repair in San Diego brings professional, reliable flat tire repair directly to you — whether you’re at home, work, or on side of the road.

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Automotive Fleet

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Gibson, a posthumous inductee, is just one of this year's three new inductees into the Fleet Hall of Fame since it was established in 2008.

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