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New in Automotive Technology: Exciting 2025 CES Highlights

Automotive Training Centre

Car manufacturers brought some of their best tech to the show, including next-generation EVs, smart infotainment systems, and driver-assist features. The AFEELA sedan mentioned earlier exemplifies this trend with its Personal Agent AI assistant and entertainment features that turn the car into a connected living space.

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Habits of today’s car shoppers

Auto Service World

The study found that 47 per cent of used shoppers considered a new vehicle, while 36 per cent of new car shoppers entertained the option of a pre-owned vehicle. Online sources remain the top resource for 77 per cent of used vehicle shoppers, outpacing dealership (33 per cent) and manufacturer websites (23 per cent).

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615-HP 2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V Is The Quickest Cadillac Ever

Jalopnik

Sure, there was some confusion about the whole V-Series vs. V Blackwing naming scheme, but nomenclature aside, the CT4-V Blackwing, CT5-V Blackwing and Escalade-V are all super competent and entertaining cars. Now, Cadillacs internal Skunk Worksstyle Read more.

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4 Ways the Internet of Things Is Transforming Automotive Technology

Automotive Training Centre

This real-time data is transmitted to the driver and the manufacturer, enabling proactive maintenance. Manufacturers can use this data to identify common issues in their fleets and make design improvements. This automotive technology ensures vehicle safety while reducing the overall cost of ownership by preventing major breakdowns.

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What Determines the Value of a Car? A Guide for Auto Body Estimating Grads

Automotive Training Centre

If your vehicle has premium features like leather seats, navigation systems, advanced safety features, and entertainment systems, it can command a higher price in the market. In the same way, any modifications that deviate from the manufacturer’s original specifications may negatively affect a car’s value.

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In Praise of the Humble 12-Volt Battery 

Brake & Front End

European vehicle manufacturers were the first to adopt the AGM battery, and today, about half use AGM batteries, while the others use Enhanced Flooded Batteries (EFB). AGM batteries use a thin fiberglass mat soaked in sulfuric acid and packed between the conducting plates. had the system.

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Auto Repair Industry Podcast List

Shop Marketing Pros

The show also interviews technicians, shop managers, technicians, coaches, consultants, authors, and leaders from distribution and manufacturing. This podcast is as entertaining as it is informative. This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only. David and Lucas are real and raw. We talk about the good and the bad.