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Dealership GMs Need Fewer Worries; Start Here: Recon and Appraisal Integrity

AutoSuccess

A 2022 Bureau of Labor Statistics report reminds us that from the 2007 to 2009 recession β€” and through the onset of the pandemic in 2019 β€” β€œcar and truck dealerships faced an economic shock and compressed profit margins on new vehicles.” A 10-day reconditioning average equals a $500 holding cost against sale margin.

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Roadside Assistance in Springfield, IL: What to Expect and How to Choose the Best Service

Auto Service World

Vehicle breakdown on the side of the road is an unfortunate reality that many drivers face. The most frequently offered services include towing, jump-starts, tire changes, fuel delivery, lockout assistance, and minor mechanical repairs. Jump-starts and battery replacements are another common offering.

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Downturn in new car sales has β€˜significant implications’ for aftermarket

AutoInc.

An estimated 14 million fewer new cars and light trucks will be sold in the U.S. The downturn in sales is changing the age mix of vehicles on U.S. roads and shifting billions of annual miles from newer to older cars and light trucks, which are virtually all Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles.

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Last-mile delivery demand continues to grow, boosting the tire market

Tire Review Magazine

β€œIn particular, as last mile continues to grow, there is a focus on finding new ways to make vehicles more sustainable and more efficient,” he says. The constant evolution of the segment has demanded that tire manufacturers remain agile and create products and solutions that not only benefit the vehicles of today, but also those of tomorrow.”

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Oil Filter Housing Leak? How to Fix It Yourself

1A Auto

To see if your car or truck’s oil filter housing has a leak, check out these tips and instructions to fix it yourself and learn more about diagnosing oil leaks with this article and video. General Steps to Check the Engine Oil – You can check the oil level of many vehicles that are equipped with an oil dipstick.

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