Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 19, 2023

New vehicle ADAS and autonomous features all rely on the alignment being exactly as it should by OEM specifications for the driver-assist features to perform correctly. ehicle alignment has always been a critical piece to the repair and safe operation of any vehicle. Are You Aligned with the Repairs?

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Brake & Front End

JULY 29, 2024

Take a walk around the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center with the staff of The Buzz and Fleet Equipment to see all of the latest electrified and decarbonized products and services being offered up to fleets in the trucking industry. The post ACT Expo 2024 Show Floor Walkaround appeared first on Brake & Front End.

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autoevolution

APRIL 7, 2024

The 2024 Mint 400 was by far and away the most exciting event we've covered live this year so far. There's something about a race that lets just about any vehicle blitz through the desert with a bare minimum of rules that speaks to me on a primal level. At the same event that Hunter S.

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Solera

JUNE 4, 2023

A video safety system can be one of your most effective tools for protecting your drivers and your vehicles. First, we’ll examine some of the safety and compliance concerns modern trucking fleets face. Fleet safety is one of your highest priorities as a transportation supervisor.

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Tire Review Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Continental said it once again took its roadshow truck to events in every corner of Europe in 2024. The truck has now visited 23 countries and covered over 37,000 kilometers (22,988 miles). The company said an interactive exhibition inside the show truck will shine the spotlight on new products and solutions fromContinental.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 13, 2024

As time passed, even large trucks and motorcycles adopted this same method to test the emissions status of a vehicle. In general, the newer the vehicle, the greater number of PIDs in a freeze frame. Depending on the vehicle and code, the amount of information can vary. What is contained in freeze frame data?

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Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 20, 2024

The event, part of the Bassmaster Classic Expo, is March 21-24 in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma and Grand Lake. We’re really looking forward to getting out to this year’s event, interacting with both the fans and anglers and showing what Yokohama is all about.”

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Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 20, 2024

The event, part of the Bassmaster Classic Expo, is March 21-24 in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma and Grand Lake. We’re really looking forward to getting out to this year’s event, interacting with both the fans and anglers and showing what Yokohama is all about.”

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Medium and heavy-duty trucking represents approximately 23% of transportation industry GHG emissions, according to a news release detailing Nikola’s sustainability report. “And today, hundreds of Nikola zero-emissions trucks are on the road, delivering goods.” greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Work Truck Solutions has announced the Fall 2024 Commercial Vehicle Business Summit (CVBS), a virtual event scheduled for Oct. This year’s theme, “Reciprocity: How Collaboration Drives Success,” highlights the interconnectedness and collaborative spirit of the commercial vehicle industry. 23-24, 2024.

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AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For car dealerships, efficient vehicle transport is not just a logistical concernit’s a critical component of business success. Whether moving inventory between locations or delivering vehicles to customers, dealerships can benefit significantly from adopting optimized transport strategies.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 27, 2024

From the folks who meticulously restore classic cars to those who heavily modify Volkswagen GTIs, drive imported kei trucks, build rock crawlers, and race across the desert, there’s so much more to the greater community than… Read more. Part of what we love about automotive enthusiasm is that it takes so many different forms.

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AutoSuccess

APRIL 26, 2024

Work Truck Solutions ® released their Q1, 2024 Commercial Vehicle Market Analysis, highlighting numerous key industry trends. Inventory On-lot new vehicle inventory per dealer continues an upward trend, registering an increase of 12.7% Medium-duty vehicles are key contributors to this growth, constituting 52.4%

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crashed four popular half-ton pickup trucks, finding that every single one of them offers strong protection in the event of a side impact. Introduced back in 1995, the original moderate overlap front test sees a vehicle striking a barrier at 40 miles per hour (64 kilometers per hour) on the.

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autoevolution

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The most affordable new pickup truck in the United States of America, the Escape-based Maverick has been hit with a recall due to improper coding. Affected vehicles, therefore, do not meet the requirements s. continue reading. )

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Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

When wheel speed sensors (WSS) were first installed on cars and trucks, they were typically mounted on the CV joints or differentials. These sensors were not the most accurate and didn’t start working until the vehicle reached 5 to 7 mph. With a scan tool, you see how the vehicle sees the calculated value of the wheel speeds.

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Auto Remarketing

JULY 1, 2024

The trucking industry is no exception. Artificial intelligence combined with machine-learning algorithms are finally harnessing the data trucking companies have been collecting for years. Streamlining operations with real-time data: Operational inefficiencies can cripple a trucking business.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 6, 2023

CC: If you ask any brake engineer what is more challenging to design: a brake system for a race car or a production vehicle, they will all say it is a system for a production vehicle. When an event happens, the brakes could have to go from the ambient temperature to well over 400 degrees Fahrenheit in milliseconds.

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Brake & Front End

JULY 6, 2023

CC: If you ask any brake engineer what is more challenging to design: a brake system for a race car or a production vehicle, they will all say it is a system for a production vehicle. When an event happens, the brakes could have to go from the ambient temperature to well over 400 degrees Fahrenheit in milliseconds.

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Ride Mission

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Leasing trucks is a great option for small businesses that depend on transportation, as it provides a flexible and cost-effective solution. With access to the latest vehicle models and lower upfront costs, small businesses can reap numerous benefits from leasing. Reduced maintenance burdens also come as a plus.

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AutoSuccess

JULY 31, 2024

Work truck sales, once fast-moving due to the consistent demand and low inventory levels, now face a slower cycle with saturated inventory. Then get creative — check local vocational associations, chambers of commerce, target businesses with branded vehicles in parking lots and leverage third-party platforms like ZoomInfo.

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autoevolution

MAY 17, 2024

Respecting tradition, the 2024 Ultimate Overland vehicle build is powered by GMC with a mid-size Canyon AT4X adventurer mid-size pickup truck and officially built by Overland Expo West for the May 17-19 event in Flagstaff, Arizona. continue reading. )

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AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Vehicle Service & Warranty Lifecycle Summit Series is back, poised to bring together leading automotive, powersport, bus, truck, construction and agricultural OEMs, parts and equipment suppliers, their retailers, dealers, distributors, logistics and services providers for networking, benchmarking and insights.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

She oversaw two of the industry’s most controversial areas at the time – environmental compliance and vehicle safety. ’s pioneering spirit and innovative engineering defined the aftermarket sector, introducing high-performance components that revolutionized vehicle performance. Vic Edelbrock Sr. and Vic Edelbrock Jr.

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The handover event is set to start in just a few hours, with ten lucky owners getting their new electric pickup trucks. Hours before the event, the vehicles were spotted at the Giga Texas. The event kicks off at the Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, at 3 PM ET/2 PM CT/12 PM PT. continue reading. )

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Auto Remarketing

JANUARY 26, 2024

Auto logistics providers anticipate a large increase this year in the volume of battery-electric vehicles, or BEVs, they transport. Two areas stand out when discussing handling those electric vehicles versus internal combustion engine vehicles, and each area has its own ramifications for the industry.

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Eastwood

JUNE 20, 2024

Since 1983, the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association has become known for hosting some of the best automotive enthusiast events in the country. There were thousands of rides to pique just about anyone’s interest: muscle cars, trucks, vans, and everything in between.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 12, 2023

But, there are customers out there who want to improve or change the way their vehicle drives or handles. Some customers simply want to make their vehicle feel a bit sportier. They might want to race the vehicle during a track day or autocross event. Use your best judgment based on the vehicle and your customer.

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Tire Review Magazine

JULY 11, 2024

The system can be integrated with telematics devices to provide off-vehicle communications of tire pressure and temperature data through RS232, J1708 and J1939 data protocols. Doran said its 360OTRTM tire monitoring systems also include visual & audible alerts for low inflation pressure, rapid deflation events and high tire temperatures.

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Tire Review Magazine

JULY 11, 2024

The system can be integrated with telematics devices to provide off-vehicle communications of tire pressure and temperature data through RS232, J1708 and J1939 data protocols. Doran said its 360OTRTM tire monitoring systems also include visual & audible alerts for low inflation pressure, rapid deflation events and high tire temperatures.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

Turbo Wholesale Tires recently held its annual open house event , where it introduced the new Lexani Volt-EC EV tire. However, as any of the hundreds of people in attendance will tell you, the event included much more than a tire launch. Check out some highlights from the event, below. Turbo Wholesale Tires CEO Phillip Kane.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

Turbo Wholesale Tires recently held its annual open house event , where it introduced the new Lexani Volt-EC EV tire. However, as any of the hundreds of people in attendance will tell you, the event included much more than a tire launch. Check out some highlights from the event, below. Turbo Wholesale Tires CEO Phillip Kane.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

We regularly get vehicles donated to our program. We now have a lowrider station wagon that we can use to train students electrical systems by installing a competition sound system and a lifted AWD Legacy we plan to enter into SCCA rally events after making some performance upgrades.” The grassroots efforts definitely pay off, he says.

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Eastwood

DECEMBER 11, 2023

For those of us who drive fair-weather vehicles and live in northern climates, winter is a dark season indeed. Putting our classic vehicles away for several months may be a ritual, but one that requires careful preparation regardless. This will be different than the car vehicle manufacturer’s recommended operating pressure.

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 28, 2024

The 2012 model year marked the first year electronic stability control (ESC) became a standard feature in vehicles. The government calculated that it would cost less than $400 per vehicle. With changes to the software in the ABS module, stability control could be applied to most cars and trucks.

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Brake & Front End

AUGUST 27, 2024

The 2012 model year marked the first-time electronic stability control (ESC) became a standard, mandated feature on vehicles sold in America. The government calculated that it would cost less than $400 per vehicle. With changes to the software in the ABS module, stability control could be applied to most cars and trucks.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Vehicle breakdown on the side of the road is an unfortunate reality that many drivers face. Towing is often one of the most critical services, especially if your vehicle cannot be fixed on-site. After receiving your request, the provider dispatches a nearby technician or tow truck to your location.

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