Auto Service World
MARCH 1, 2024
Barring some significant change, one industry observer doesn’t believe battery electric vehicles will ever be affordable enough for most Canadians to buy brand new. Speaking at the Canadian Black Book Talk Auto conference near Toronto in the fall, Guido Vildozo, … The post Will BEVs ever be affordable enough for most? appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
In addition to its aesthetic value, a car’s paint protects it from the weather and adds to its overall lifetime. Paint is mainly a protective coating, covering the metal body underneath from rust, corrosion, and deterioration from exposure to moisture, light, and airborne contaminants. A well-maintained paint job enhances the resale value of a car and reflects the owner’s attention to detail and care.
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Brake & Front End
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
The automotive industry is abuzz with news about battery advances. That is when it comes to those batteries used in electric vehicles. With traction batteries boasting 800 and even 900 volts, those advances are impressive, but also remarkable is how the 12-volt battery has evolved to support the power-draining safety and convenience features and fuel- efficiency technologies on today’s vehicles.
AutoSuccess
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Widewail recently released the 2024 Widewail Brand Scorecard , a study of the reputations and sentiments of 32 automotive manufacturers across the United States. Lexus earned the highest reputation ranking among all automotive brands. Toyota and BMW ranked second and third, respectively. The study analyzed 4 million Google customer reviews across 14 luxury and 18 non-luxury automotive brands. 1.1 million reviews were used for topic analysis.
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Canadian electric vehicle owners might face higher insurance premiums in the near future, according to a recent report by Morningstar DBRS. The shift from traditional gas-powered vehicles to electric alternatives, coupled with the higher costs associated with purchasing and repairing … The post How EVs will impact insurance rates appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
For the most part, most electric vehicles (EVs) closely resemble their gasoline-powered counterparts. Yet, as anyone in the automotive field can confirm, this similarity in appearance is for the sake of convention more than anything else. As big EV brands such as Tesla are proving, electric vehicles can assume (sometimes wildly) different forms from gas-powered vehicles without any deficit in functionality.; Why’s this?
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Many have speculated that the stiff stainless steel body makes the Tesla Cybertruck a danger in a collision. This appears to be confirmed after a Dodge Ram pickup truck was almost obliterated after rear-ending a Cybertruck. Pictures shared on social media show the Cybertruck with barely a mark on its stainless steel tailgate. Tesla Cybertruck has impressed fans not only through its design but also its unprecedented manufacturing process. ( continue reading.
Auto Repair Digest brings together the best content for auto repair professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
With the rise of artificial intelligence, industries are wondering how much longer until people are replaced by computers, including the automotive aftermarket. But at the end of the day, vehicle repairs will almost always have to be completed by a … The post Will AI replace aftermarket professionals? appeared first on Auto Service World.
Danny’s Engineportal
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Engine hesitation, can make your vehicle seem like its bogging down, misfiring or stumbling, when you hit the gas pedal. So, when you step on the gas, it will feel like, the power has been [.] The post Engine Hesitation – What Is It, What Can Cause It, Diagnosing It appeared first on Danny's Engineportal.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The CruiseUp air car boasts one of the most futuristic looks in the eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) world, but it's much more than that. Behind this intriguing appearance lies the power and potential of a game-changing propulsion system that isn't limited to air taxi applications. The Austria-based aviation technology company ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
MARCH 1, 2024
The J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience Ownership Study identifies pain points in EV ownership, plus evaluates the top influences to customer satisfaction. See which vehicles ranked at the top in overall owner satisfaction.
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Building on the right to repair momentum in 2024 The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> Perseverance, commitment, action appeared first on Auto Service World.
Mighty Auto Parts
MARCH 1, 2024
The post Filtration and Lubrication Concerns When Pressurization Symptoms Occur the Oil Filter Is Often Blamed appeared first on Mighty Auto Parts. When filters bulge, gaskets blow, or filters dislodge from their mounted position on the engine, the oil filter is almost always blamed. Some install the second or third filter still convinced the filter is the cause.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
1963 witnessed the debut of the C2 Corvette, packing a complete redesign of the body and the chassis. Chevrolet also rolled out a one-year-only coupe design that has since become extremely desirable in the collector's world. The brand-new coupe, which also debuted in 1963, came with a split window design, with Chevrolet dropping this choice only a year later. ( continue reading.
AutoSuccess
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
At NADA 2024 in Las Vegas, Christian Jorn, the CEO of Remora Inc. tells how Remora positions itself as the leading car dealer website provider, emphasizing its unique conflict-free approach, superior speed and effectiveness while offering unmatched customer service and technological advantages for dealerships since 2008. Their process includes building websites that allow for seamless transitions and integrations without disrupting the dealership’s existing operations, leading to a smooth
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Mueller-Kueps has released the 431 030 Special Counter-Holding Wrench Kit. The tool helps with accessing hard-to-reach nuts on a vehicle’s strut mounting plate. It features a 13mm and 14mm wrench with both a six- and eight-point for those tricky connections … The post Counter-holding wrench kit from Mueller-Kueps appeared first on Auto Service World.
Auto Remarketing
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Brand loyalty is making a comeback, and General Motors and Tesla are leading the charge. They were among the big winners is S&P Global Mobility’s 28th annual Automotive Loyalty Awards, with GM earning the Overall Loyalty to Manufacturer award and Tesla claiming the title in Overall Loyalty to Make. The Lincoln Nautilus took the top spot in the newly created Overall Loyalty to Model category.
autoevolution
MARCH 1, 2024
Late last year, a rumor started making the rounds online: Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Facebook and one of the richest and most secretive men in the world, had just bought his first superyacht. As it turns out, that rumor is true. For all his billions (some 170 of them at the last count), Mark Zuckerberg never owned a ( continue reading.
Automotive Fleet
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
We recognize Black History Month and celebrate Black mobility professionals — while encouraging all of us to keep the good work going throughout the year.
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Thermal R&D Exhaust Performance has unveiled a catback exhaust system for 2021 and newer Ford F-150 trucks equipped with 5.0L V8 engines. The system features a deep, aggressive exhaust not. With multiple exhaust tip options the exhaust system is engineered … The post F-150 exhaust from Thermal R&B appeared first on Auto Service World.
The NAPA Network
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Brad Sweet and the NAPA Auto Parts No. 49 team of Kasey Kahne Racing ventured to Golden Isles Speedway in Waynesville, Georgia, and were met with a challenging weekend of racing. The Deuces Wild event, which featured both the High Limit Racing series and the Lucas Oil Late Model Series, marked the first-ever 410 sprint car races for the track renowned for late model racing.
autoevolution
MARCH 1, 2024
Earlier this week, a car auction broke all popularity records, ending with a Tesla Cybertruck selling for $244K to a Porsche dealer. We now have more info about who sold the truck and why. However, the more interesting part is that Ford also bought a Cybertruck for a similar amount, and it's testing it at its proving grounds near Detroit. Despite some discrepancies between what Tesla promised and what was delivered, the Tesla Cybertr. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Dealers and shop owners tell us that EVs are becoming more common and seeing a jump in how many they service. But there may be one thing many shops aren’t doing that could hurt them in the long run. Last month we discussed how regional differences affect EV tire demand and how that forms dealers’ decisions on stocking tires designed for EVs. Among those who said they don’t plan to expand their current EV tire selection anytime soon, 57% cite limited demand from their customer base.
Auto Service World
MARCH 1, 2024
As automotive aftermarket suppliers look to exit China, they’re turning to locales closer to home or those that are more friendly in their relationships with their home nation. But it may not be so easy to simply make the change. … The post What’s getting in the way of aftermarket nearshoring appeared first on Auto Service World.
Danny’s Engineportal
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Mechanical engine misfires, will not go away by themselves, and will only get worse over time. So, mechanical engine misfires, can be serious enough to cause, noticeable vibrations or even engine backfires. Unlike air to [.] The post Mechanical Engine Misfires – What Are They – How To Find Them appeared first on Danny's Engineportal.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
At the moment, the US Navy employs 11 aircraft carriers across its fleet. For those not aware, this accounts for just over half of all the world's current operation aircraft carriers currently in service. From a certain point of view, each of these 11 carriers shares the DNA of a particular common ancestor, the USS Ranger. Though not technically the first US carrier, it was indeed the first built from the ground up for the purpose of carrying military airplanes. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
This year’s 69th OTR Tire Conference, hosted by the Tire Industry Association ( TIA ), brought OTR industry representatives and delegates together to discuss topics relative to the OTR industry, including an emphasis on “maximizing growth” through training, industry insights and professional development. The conference was held in Las Vegas, NV from Feb. 21-24.
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
KW Automotive now offers its KW V3 coilover suspension for the 585-horsepower electric crossover Kia EV6 GT. The multi-valve technology features pre-set high-speed damping valves and adjustable low-speed damping valves for compression and rebound, giving a sporty and comfortable driving … The post Kia EV6 suspension kits from KW appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Fleet
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Dhaval Kikani reminisces on his 57-year career as an engineer in the auto industry and the innovations that saw commercial success, and the experiments that did not.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
If you thought the Chevy Avalanche-based Cadillac Escalade EXT was a part of the brand's first-ever dealings in the pickup truck market, you'd actually only be half right. Because although you can't call this 1975 Cadillac Eldorado pickup conversion an OEM option, it was at least completed by professionals a full quarter century before the Escalade made the leap from SUV to pickup.
Jalopnik
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
The Toyota Prius Prime has beat out the latest EVs for the title of greenest car. Despite more EVs coming to market, none of the latest fully-electric vehicles in the U.S. managed to outdo the efficiency of the humble Prius plug-in , according to the Washing Post and recent findings in the 2024 GreenerCars report. Read more.
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Valvoline Global announced its fifth annual Mechanics Month will kick off in March. The campaign, dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating mechanics globally, is themed “Mechanics Make the World Better.” This initiative aims to spotlight the indispensable role of mechanics in … The post Valvoline’s Mechanic Month returns appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Fleet
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
When paired with efficient AI-enhanced installations, the advanced software increases the number of EV chargers available to EV customers.
autoevolution
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
Remember the days when toy cars were simple and fun? Basic contraptions with four wheels, a tiny body on a plate, and endless fantasy plays in which we were everything from race drivers to cops to mechanics. The last role fell upon those with the more advanced cars with inertia wheels (an electric motor toy was the equivalent of a ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Flock, a startup which promotes a surveillance state , has installed car tracking cameras in 4,000 cities among 42 states. The company makes its money and shareholder value by delivering AI-based tracking hardware and software to local police departments , which are more than happy to pay Flock’s $3,000 annual fee. The… Read more.
Auto Service World
MARCH 1, 2024
Jobber News reached out to leaders in the supply and distribution segment of the automotive aftermarket and asked them what they see happening in the industry over the next 12 months, what will improve, what one challenge to the industry … The post <span style=color:#ff0000>Jobber News Executive Outlook 2024:</span> Nick Brunet appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Fleet
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
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