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Amazon stepping up its mobility game

Auto Service World

MARCH 22, 2024

Amazon has its eyes set on mobility as a key growth area and it’s looking to expand what’s possible when moving goods, which could have implications for the automotive aftermarket. As the digital retailer sets its goal of being the … The post Amazon stepping up its mobility game appeared first on Auto Service World.

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U.S. average age continues its rise

Auto Service World

MAY 24, 2024

New data puts the number at 12.6 years, up two months from 2023. That’s a generally slower pace of growth compared to recent years and more normalized growth, S&P Global … The post U.S. average age continues its rise appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Succession Planning – How Hard Can It Be?

Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 7, 2024

So rather than take questionable advice from random strangers or even well-intentioned relatives, many shop owners do what they do best. They handle it themselves. After all, how hard can it be to take over a business or pass on a business? People do it all the time.

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Private label losing its appeal to consumers

Auto Service World

MAY 29, 2024

While there may have been an initial push for consumers to choose private label options for their automotive aftermarket needs, it appears the area isn’t growing.

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Where Lordco opened its newest Alberta store

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Lordco Auto Parts has opened its sixth store in Alberta. The newest one opened its doors last week in Red Deer. Two are located in each of Edmonton and Calgary with a fifth one in Airdrie, just north of Calgary. … The post Where Lordco opened its newest Alberta store appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Money Isn’t The Motivator We Think It Is

AutoShopOwner

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Money Isn’t The Motivator We Think It Is By Joe Marconi, an Elite Worldwide Blog - We often hear that most people are money-motivated. However, when it comes to employee motivation, there’s much more than just financial incentives. Have Your Employees Compete Against Themselves In the workplace, employees are at many different skill levels.

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Recochem adds Prestone to its brands

Auto Service World

JUNE 21, 2024

Recochem has acquired the auto care business of KIK Consumer Products, which includes the Prestone brand. KIK is a manufacturer of pool, household and auto care consumer products. Holt is one of its U.K. The company developed, manufactured and … The post Recochem adds Prestone to its brands appeared first on Auto Service World.

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5 Ways You Should Be Working on Your Shop, Not in It

Automotive Training Institute

AUGUST 15, 2024

If so, you may want to reconsider. We look into why you should be working ON your shop and some actionable steps you can take. The post 5 Ways You Should Be Working on Your Shop, Not in It appeared first on ATI.

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Piston Slap – What Is It And Should You Worry About It?

Motor Verso

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Are you hearing a knocking or rattling noise from your engine? You may have a piston slap. What’s a piston… Read more » The post Piston Slap – What Is It And Should You Worry About It? appeared first on Motor Verso.

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U.S. Air Force Tells the Entire World Where It Will Park Its Newest Nuclear Bomber

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Common sense would tell you that when a country is working on some advanced new weapon, it will try to keep secret as many things about it as possible. regularly does this, especially for the upcoming B-21 Raider nuclear bomber, whose specifics are carefully being kept under wraps.

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Love it, hate it? How about its maker? NYT dissects the cultural effect of the Cybertruck

Autoblog: Car News

JULY 23, 2024

Filed under: Design/Style , Read This , Weird Car News , Tesla , Truck , Electric Continue reading Love it, hate it? How about its maker? NYT dissects the cultural effect of the Cybertruck Love it, hate it? How about its maker? NYT dissects the cultural effect of the Cybertruck originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 23 Jul 2024 18:17:00 EDT.

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Engine Hesitation – What Is It, What Can Cause It, Diagnosing It

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.

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It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a. rotary-powered Domino's pizza delivery vehicle! And it's up for auction

Autoblog: Car News

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Filed under: Weird Car News , Auctions , Electric Continue reading It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a. rotary-powered Domino's pizza delivery vehicle! And it's up for auction It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a. rotary-powered Domino's pizza delivery vehicle! And it's up for auction originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:49:00 EDT.

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Man Buys Repo 1970 GTO Drag Car in '02, Drives It Home 220 Miles, Finds Out It's a Judge

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

When the GTO option was released as the performance package of the 1964 Pontiac LeMans, it opened the floodgates for an entirely new segment of motoring – the muscle car. Promoted to model status in 1966, the GTO itself received a high-punching package of its own in 1969: there came the Judge.

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Tesla Replaced This Man's Cybertruck Once, It Might Have To Do It Again

autoevolution

JULY 1, 2024

You could safely call the Cybertruck the supercar of pickup trucks, and you wouldn't be wrong. Not because it's powerful and fast, but due to it being unexpectedly frail. It just keeps breaking down, and this unlucky owner is enjoying the full experience.

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The Ram Rampage Night Edition Shows Its Dark Side, It Might Make It to America

autoevolution

MAY 3, 2024

The Ram Rampage Night Edition is the unibody pickup that comes to show its dark side. With blacked-out elements, it looks as if it has just driven away from a Halloween costume party. America might also get the Rampage alongside the Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. Ram has been keeping the Rampage a So. continue reading. )

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It's a Horse Trailer, a Camper, a Home on Wheels. No, It's the All-Aluminum WeeRoll Nomad!

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Over the years, I've encountered countless travel trailer manufacturers and units, but if there's one that has stood apart from all others in terms of the attention it received, it's been WeeRoll. WeeRoll is the one and the same that builds those timeless aluminum boxes with wheels, the perfect canvas for mobile living seekers.

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Caravaggio Reveals Its First Carbon Fiber-Bodied C8 Corvette Z06, It's a 'Sleeper'

autoevolution

AUGUST 24, 2024

Because of its long-running success history (71 years and counting), the Chevrolet Corvette has become a very popular model among people who strive and dare to stand out in a crowd – and the aftermarket realm was more than happy to oblige. Over the years, buying a Chevrolet Corvette – whether new or used – has bec.

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How Much Does Piston Replacement Cost & Is It Worth It?

RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Read on to discover how to budget for this service and why an urgent replacement may be necessary. We’ll also help you identify early signs of a bad piston before it leads to catastrophic engine damage. This Article Contains: How Much Does a Piston Replacement Cost? Is It Worth Replacing a Piston? How Do You Diagnose Piston Damage?

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1969 Chevy Camaro Goes on Its First Drive, It Hasn't Been on the Road in 20 Years

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Better said, "What is Toasty?" " It is a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro that a car rebuild expert found in a backyard, picked up, and fully restored. Now, Toasty is finally ready for its first drive. Will it live up to its pony car reputation? This Camaro hasn't been on the road in over 20 years. continue reading. )

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Busta Rhymes Bought This 2002 Lamborghini Murcielago, Modified It, and Sold It

autoevolution

JUNE 18, 2024

This green Lamborghini Murcielago was one of the most famous in the 2000s. It belonged to hip hop star Busta Rhymes, who bragged about his car every single chance he got. Now, the Murcielago is for sale. Busta Rhymes fell in love with the Lamborghini Murcielago the day the It. continue reading. )

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Brand-New Tesla Cybertruck Rolled Over, Now It Looks As if It Escaped the Crusher

autoevolution

JULY 14, 2024

We turned the internet upside down, searching for the first totaled Tesla Cybertrucks after we started seeing them involved in crashes. Now, it's raining totaled Cybertrucks. The latest to show up on the salvage car market was the victim of a rollover. continue reading. )

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Man Buys 1968 Pontiac GTO in 2004, Drives It for 150 Miles in 20 Years, Now Wants It Gone

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The second-generation Pontiac GTO was fully redesigned compared to its predecessor, featuring fastback-like styling and more curvaceous body panels. GM also shortened the wheelbase and reduced overall length, although weight did go up ever so slightly. Gone were the vertically stacked headlights, replaced instead with a horizontal layout.

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He Bought the First Totaled Cybertruck and Hoped To Fix It. Now, He Knows It Was a Mistake

autoevolution

JULY 21, 2024

The screen goes red, and the vehicle drives at 4 mph. It looks every inch a failed project. This is the first totaled Tesla Cybertruck. T-boned by a Ford Edge earlier this year, it looks like it will never drive again. This man bought it to fix it ,and he is terribly sorry now.

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Forgotten 1963 Chevy Corvette Lost Its Most Iconic Feature, People Still Want To Buy It

autoevolution

JUNE 25, 2024

Launched in 1953, the first-generation Corvette remained in production for a whopping nine years. However, enthusiasts got a taste of the C2 a few good years before it arrived in showrooms. In 1959, Chevrolet unveiled the Sting Ray concept as a preview. It was followed by the XP-700 in 1960 and the Mako Shark in 1962. The second-g.

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Check Engine Light Comes On And Off – What’s Causing It?

Motor Verso

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Everyone knows that a check engine light usually means that something is terribly wrong with the vehicle. But, what about… Read more » The post Check Engine Light Comes On And Off – What’s Causing It? appeared first on Motor Verso.

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YouTuber Saves Rare 1971 Mustang, Breaks Two Valves Trying To Fix It, Sells It for $900

autoevolution

AUGUST 24, 2024

From the half-million-and-up sales of the mid-sixties, the tremendously popular pony found itself in an incontrollable nosedive toward the end of its first generation’s production. In 1971, the Mustang sold a little under 151,500 units—nearly half of what it had. continue reading. )

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The Automotive Industry Lost Its Passion, and It Now Lives of Nostalgia

autoevolution

JULY 23, 2024

From a given point on, I bought the magazines myself, read everything I could about cars, and refused to take a driver's license until I could buy my own wheels. My girlfriend at the time and my family convinced me otherwise, which was pretty useful in one of my first jobs. Eventually, I became a motoring writer. As such, it is my ob.

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VinFast Allegedly Faked Its Sales Numbers, Its Vehicles Are Actually Rotting in Fields

autoevolution

APRIL 23, 2024

A Hunterbrook Media investigation revealed that things are going really bad for VinFast, which barely sells any cars. The information is confirmed by a Reuters report, which shows that 70% of VinFast's deliveries last year were to other companies owned by its CEO, Pham Nhat Vuong. However, this could be only a smoke screen.

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Wet Compression Test – How To Do It – What Will It Tell You

Danny’s Engineportal

APRIL 15, 2024

The post Wet Compression Test – How To Do It – What Will It Tell You appeared first on Danny's Engineportal. After you have done a basic compression test, the next step is a wet compression test. Above all, an engine’s cylinders need a good seal between the rings, and the cylinder walls. Also, between the [.]

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It Is What It Is Looks Like Pure Gold for Drift Enthusiasts

autoevolution

MAY 25, 2024

The sport has grown immensely; I could spend days discussing it without repetition. I have seen thousands of drivers and drift cars and enjoyed every minute. Between 2009 and circa 2017, drifting has been a major part of my life. It was beautiful but ex. continue reading. )

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Triumph Thruxton R Creme Is Custom Minimalism at Its Best, Nickname Suits it Perfectly

autoevolution

JUNE 29, 2024

The beloved Thruxton nameplate from Triumph may be on its way out commercially, but it will remain alive and well in the custom bike world. You simply can’t go wrong with it when aiming to build a capable cafe racer that excels in both style and performance.

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She Bought a 1969 Chevy Camaro and Modified It. Now, the Owner Wants It Back

autoevolution

APRIL 6, 2024

Custom car builder Emelia Hartford had her eyes set on a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. She just could not stay away so she bought it and performed a "heart transplant" on it. She transplanted a twin-turbo LS V8 from her grandma's Buick Regal. Now, her 1969 Chevy Camaro is a beast in gray. continue reading. )

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1963 Peterbilt 281 Needle Nose Is the Hot Rod of Tractors, Looks Like It Knows It

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

In some sense the same happens with big rigs, the trucks, tractors, and other vehicles that have been designed with a single goal in mind: haul cargo. But this 1963 Peterbilt 281 is here to prove that there can be hot rods in this world as well, if you look at it just right. The 281 is a relatively rare sight on American roads today.

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Watch What Happens When Autopark Software Gets Mad for Failing Its Task, It's Hilarious!

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

People are eagerly waiting for autonomous vehicles to reach a level of safety that far surpasses human driving. However, it might not go the way they expect. A video shared on Chinese social media shows a Li L9 SUV trying to park itself, only to get mad and leave the place after several failed attempts.

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1953 Chevrolet Corvette Caduceus Is the 12th Kindig-it CF1, You Can Have It

autoevolution

JULY 10, 2024

That's why our passion for modified vehicles is most of the time fed by the most high profile of these builds, the ones that, for some reason or another, manage to reach fame status. And in the world of custom cars one can rarely get as famous these days as what comes out the doors of a garage called Kindig-it Design. continue reading. )

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2024 Dodge Charger Daytona - Does It Have What It Takes to Rekindle the Flame?

autoevolution

AUGUST 11, 2024

Dodge unveiled the all-new eighth-generation Charger Daytona EV and its ICE-powered Sixpack sibling earlier this year. Now that we also have the partial pricing details, it's also the best time to wonder if the EV will be capable of standing out in all crowds. continue reading. )

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NASA Says It Found Popcorn on Mars

autoevolution

JUNE 19, 2024

It's not every day that the American space agency NASA says something shocking. A respectable organization by trade, the organization generally steers clear of sensational titles. Not this week, though, when it announced plain and simple that "Perseverance finds popcorn on planet Mars." It departed our world. continue reading. )

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Hertz Dumps Its EV Fleet Because It Thinks Gas-Powered Cars Can Do Better

autoevolution

JANUARY 13, 2024

Just as surprisingly as it started, Hertz's drive to go electric has ended. The car rental company announced that it's selling about a third of its EV fleet and reinvesting in gas-powered cars. Hertz cites weak demand for electric vehicles, as well as high operating costs for its EV fleet compared to ICE vehicles. continue reading. )

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1-in-5 49k-Mile Survivor Ford Mustang Boss 351 Wants a New Owner. Is It Worth Its Price?

autoevolution

AUGUST 25, 2024

While the 1969-1970 iteration of the race-bred 302 and 429 are indubitably the family superstars, the final model – assembled only for the 1971 model year – was the most street-friendly of the three. continue reading. )

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Nissan Canada Thought the 2024 Ariya Was Too Expensive, So It Made It Cheaper

autoevolution

AUGUST 2, 2024

We wrote about the pricing details of the 2024 Ariya in Canada roughly half a year ago. Fast-forward to today and Nissan has revised it. To our surprise, the electric crossover is not more expensive after the revisions but actually cheaper. The lineup used to start from CA$5. continue reading. )

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Carlex Touches Mercedes-AMG G 63 With Its Magic Stick, Turns It Into a Work of Art

autoevolution

AUGUST 4, 2024

After releasing a beach-ready G-Wagen last week that looked like it belonged in the window of a candy shop, Carlex Design is back with yet another project. This one also builds on the Mercedes-AMG G 63, yet it is a more serious proposal that would feel right at home bashing dunes in the Middle East or quietly sittin. continue reading. )

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Man Chases 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix For 3 Decades, Gets It, Now Trying to Get Rid of It

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The 1965 model year wasn't necessarily the best for the Grand Prix, as the introduction of the GTO made it more obvious that customers wanted more performance from their brand-new Pontiac. Sales of the Grand Prix dropped to approximately 57K units despite a major overhaul. continue reading. )

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Owner Wants To Have His Cybertruck Replaced, It Breaks Down the Moment It's Fixed

autoevolution

MAY 6, 2024

This customer waited for his Cybertruck to be delivered by Tesla for over three years, but his dream was soon going to turn into a nightmare. He received the vehicle back in March and has been having issues with it since the very beginning. Now, he wants to give it back to Tesla and asks the automaker to give a new one. continue reading. )

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Amazon stepping up its mobility game

U.S. average age continues its rise

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Succession Planning – How Hard Can It Be?

Private label losing its appeal to consumers

Where Lordco opened its newest Alberta store

Money Isn’t The Motivator We Think It Is

Recochem adds Prestone to its brands

5 Ways You Should Be Working on Your Shop, Not in It

Piston Slap – What Is It And Should You Worry About It?

U.S. Air Force Tells the Entire World Where It Will Park Its Newest Nuclear Bomber

Love it, hate it? How about its maker? NYT dissects the cultural effect of the Cybertruck

Engine Hesitation – What Is It, What Can Cause It, Diagnosing It

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a. rotary-powered Domino's pizza delivery vehicle! And it's up for auction

Man Buys Repo 1970 GTO Drag Car in '02, Drives It Home 220 Miles, Finds Out It's a Judge

Tesla Replaced This Man's Cybertruck Once, It Might Have To Do It Again

The Ram Rampage Night Edition Shows Its Dark Side, It Might Make It to America

It's a Horse Trailer, a Camper, a Home on Wheels. No, It's the All-Aluminum WeeRoll Nomad!

Caravaggio Reveals Its First Carbon Fiber-Bodied C8 Corvette Z06, It's a 'Sleeper'

How Much Does Piston Replacement Cost & Is It Worth It?

1969 Chevy Camaro Goes on Its First Drive, It Hasn't Been on the Road in 20 Years

Busta Rhymes Bought This 2002 Lamborghini Murcielago, Modified It, and Sold It

Brand-New Tesla Cybertruck Rolled Over, Now It Looks As if It Escaped the Crusher

Man Buys 1968 Pontiac GTO in 2004, Drives It for 150 Miles in 20 Years, Now Wants It Gone

He Bought the First Totaled Cybertruck and Hoped To Fix It. Now, He Knows It Was a Mistake

Forgotten 1963 Chevy Corvette Lost Its Most Iconic Feature, People Still Want To Buy It

Check Engine Light Comes On And Off – What’s Causing It?

YouTuber Saves Rare 1971 Mustang, Breaks Two Valves Trying To Fix It, Sells It for $900

The Automotive Industry Lost Its Passion, and It Now Lives of Nostalgia

VinFast Allegedly Faked Its Sales Numbers, Its Vehicles Are Actually Rotting in Fields

Wet Compression Test – How To Do It – What Will It Tell You

It Is What It Is Looks Like Pure Gold for Drift Enthusiasts

Triumph Thruxton R Creme Is Custom Minimalism at Its Best, Nickname Suits it Perfectly

She Bought a 1969 Chevy Camaro and Modified It. Now, the Owner Wants It Back

1963 Peterbilt 281 Needle Nose Is the Hot Rod of Tractors, Looks Like It Knows It

Watch What Happens When Autopark Software Gets Mad for Failing Its Task, It's Hilarious!

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Caduceus Is the 12th Kindig-it CF1, You Can Have It

2024 Dodge Charger Daytona - Does It Have What It Takes to Rekindle the Flame?

NASA Says It Found Popcorn on Mars

Hertz Dumps Its EV Fleet Because It Thinks Gas-Powered Cars Can Do Better

1-in-5 49k-Mile Survivor Ford Mustang Boss 351 Wants a New Owner. Is It Worth Its Price?

Nissan Canada Thought the 2024 Ariya Was Too Expensive, So It Made It Cheaper

Carlex Touches Mercedes-AMG G 63 With Its Magic Stick, Turns It Into a Work of Art

Man Chases 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix For 3 Decades, Gets It, Now Trying to Get Rid of It

Owner Wants To Have His Cybertruck Replaced, It Breaks Down the Moment It's Fixed

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