autoevolution

MARCH 11, 2025

The Ford Motor Company has issued a 35,328-vehicle recall for side mirror LED logo lights that may short and cause a fire. According to documents published on the federal watchdog's portal, suspect vehicles include 2015 through 2017 Lincoln Navigator sport utilities made from January 17, 2014 to June 30, 2017 at Kentucky Truck Assembly.

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Brake & Front End

JANUARY 20, 2025

Unlike 4×4 truck systems of the day, these systems were always engaged and could not be disengaged by the driver. Many vehicles were no longer equipped with limited slip and Torsen differentials at the axles. The brake hydraulic control module on these vehicles has at least 12 valves. So, what happened?

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The wheel bolt pattern for any vehicle tells you the number of lug nuts required to hold the wheel in place. The most common number of lug nuts is four or five, but you may see as few as three and often six or eight on pickup trucks or vans. Heavy duty trucks and busses will have more.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 29, 2024

announced the development of a zero emissions version of PowerUP, Mullen’s mobile EV charging solution, that will now be offered on the Company’s own Class 3 all-electric cab chassis truck. The post Mullen Announces Development of Mobile EV Charging Truck appeared first on Tomorrows Technician. Mullen Automotive, Inc.

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autoevolution

JANUARY 15, 2024

Nowadays, US drivers are mad about pickup trucks, but back in the day, you could often see something called coupe utility vehicles on the country's streets. Widely known as "utes," these vehicles originated in Australia in the 1930s and became popular due to the balanced mix of comfort and style they offered.

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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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Automotive Training Centre

AUGUST 29, 2024

GPS tracking systems allow dispatchers to monitor the exact location of vehicles and shipments at all times. This constant visibility means that the dispatcher can take immediate action if a truck deviates from its planned route or makes an unscheduled stop.

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Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 26, 2024

But beyond route optimization and deadline juggling, there’s a crucial responsibility: championing safety for yourself and the truck drivers you dispatch. Encourage drivers to utilize mandated rest periods and advocate for ample breaks throughout long hauls. These reports should be addressed promptly and confidentially.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 31, 2024

Electric Vehicles (EVs) are as popular as ever in 2024, yet their actual adoption rates continue to perform below par. These days, some EVs even offer longer ranges that rival traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. This electric pickup truck combines the practicality and power of a traditional truck with the benefits of electric power.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

In today’s fast-paced logistics and transportation industry, every minute of vehicle downtime translates directly to lost revenue. While many fleet managers track basic maintenance costs, the true financial impact of a grounded truck extends far beyond repair bills. This impact reverberates throughout your entire operation.

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Auto Service World

AUGUST 17, 2024

Truck accidents in Florissant, Missouri, are a serious concern, often leading to devastating outcomes for those involved. The magnitude of these accidents is heightened by the size and weight of commercial trucks, making collisions with these vehicles particularly dangerous. As one of the largest cities in St.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 9, 2024

The Vital Role of a Dispatcher After Dispatch Training After completing dispatch college , dispatchers assume a significant role in overseeing the operations of truck fleets. By monitoring and managing driving hours, dispatchers help reduce fatigue-related incidents, a common cause of accidents in the trucking industry.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 28, 2024

This allows them to load their vehicles – usually customized vans or trucks – with the parts ordered by repair shops throughout the day. Understanding various car models and their parts – from brake pads to engine filters – helps you load and organize the vehicle. Here, your automotive training comes in handy.

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autoevolution

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As you're well aware, General Motors currently sells truck-based sport utility vehicles under its Cadillac, GMC, and Chevrolet brands. For some reason or another, only the Caddy has been treated to a supercharged performance version. liter versions of GM's fifth-generation small block. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

MARCH 10, 2024

But what about the types of vehicles that are especially popular in this part of the world, as in sport utility vehicles and trucks? This year, the most fuel-efficient car available new in the United States market returns up to 57 miles per gallon (4.1 liters per 100 kilometers) on the combined test cycle.

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autoevolution

MARCH 10, 2024

But what about the types of vehicles that are especially popular in this part of the world, as in sport utility vehicles and trucks? This year, the most fuel-efficient car available new in the United States market returns up to 57 miles per gallon (4.1 liters per 100 kilometers) on the combined test cycle.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 29, 2024

While Tesla often dominates headlines in the autonomous vehicle (AV) space, the race to develop a commercially viable robotaxi is a multiplayer game. Cruise utilizes a camera-centric approach, relying heavily on advanced computer vision algorithms. Are you currently enrolled in automotive school?

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Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 10, 2024

Most likely, it’s a sleek electric vehicle (EV) silently gliding down the road, leaving no fumes or emissions in its wake. As we often emphasize in automotive school , while a massive electric truck might seem better than a gas-guzzler of the same size, both pale compared to a smaller, efficient gas-powered car.

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autoevolution

MAY 28, 2024

Sam CarLegion and company love SUVs, and sport utility vehicles don't get bigger than the truck-based SUVs from the Detroit Big Three. The Ram 1500-based luxury sport utility vehicle doesn't feature a ( continue reading. )

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Stellantis-owned Jeep has issued a safety recall encompassing 32,863 examples of the Gladiator pickup truck and Wrangler sport utility vehicle. Produced for the 2020 through 2024 model years in Ohio, the suspect vehicles feature instrument panel clusters that may fail without prior warning due to a short circuit.

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CAR FIX Cookeville

OCTOBER 10, 2023

From compact cars to robust trucks, the heart of every vehicle lies the transmission – a complex mechanism that ensures seamless motion. Here’s a comprehensive guide to addressing transmission problems and uncovering effective solutions tailored to vehicles of all types.

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autoevolution

AUGUST 14, 2024

Thus far, the Ford Motor Company issued three recalls and two do-not-drive warnings for vehicles equipped with non-desiccated airbag inflators produced by Takata. The second warning impacts around 765,600 vehicles, of which nearly 374,300 were sold in the US. Unfortunately, it's not known how many of. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

JUNE 8, 2024

Although most enthusiasts of American coupe utility models – a vehicle that, unlike a standard truck-based pickup, is adapted from a passenger car platform – have heard about the Chevrolet El Camino, which wasn't the original Ute. More precisely. continue reading. )

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AutoSuccess

AUGUST 5, 2024

Work Truck Solutions recently released its Q2 2024 Commercial Vehicle Market Analysis. The Q2 data for new and used vehicles highlights that inventory levels, pricing, and sales numbers are, for the most part, following persistent trends. of inventory) vehicles. Sales New: Average sales decreased by 4.8% QoQ and 7.3%

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autoevolution

JUNE 4, 2024

Toyota's Tundra pickup truck and the Lexus division's LX 600 sport utility vehicle have been hit with a recall totaling 102,092 units in the United States of America. In the Tundra's case, only gas-exclusive trucks are recalled. In the Tundra's case, only gas-exclusive trucks are recalled.

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autoevolution

AUGUST 14, 2024

Back in February 2023, the Stellantis-controlled Jeep brand issued recall number 23V-116 comprising 69,201 manual-equipped units of the Wrangler utility vehicle and Gladiator pickup truck. As it happens, the clutch assembly's intermediate pressure plate may overheat. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The world of all-electric pickup trucks is not that big. But besides being zero-emission and having hundreds of horsepower on tap, these vehicles can be more than just swanky workhorses. Newer pickup trucks are still utility vehicles, but most. But we do have choices. continue reading. )

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Cadillac's electrified body-on-frame sport utility vehicle is now available to configure, with prices kicking off at $129,990 including the destination freight charge. Assembled at Factory ZERO, which used to be called Detroit-Hamtramck prior to its retooling for. continue reading. )

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Brake & Front End

APRIL 29, 2024

emerging electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer, announced certification from the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) on the 2025 Mullen THREE, Class 3 all-electric low cab forward chassis truck. The certification is awarded to vehicle manufacturers who meet specific emissions standards in compliance with CARB regulations.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 29, 2024

emerging electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer, announced certification from the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) on the 2025 Mullen THREE, Class 3 all-electric low cab forward chassis truck. The certification is awarded to vehicle manufacturers who meet specific emissions standards in compliance with CARB regulations.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

That's 9 and 10 percent worse, prompting the Jeep brand to cut production of the body-on-frame utility vehicle and pickup truck. As opposed to 84,642 and 27,326 deliveries, respectively, in the US market, Jeep moved 77,204 and 23,478 units from January 2024 through June 2024. continue reading. )

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RepairSmith

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The fourth-generation Chevrolet Silverado, introduced in 2019 and still in-production, has been one of the best-selling trucks in the country, and it’s easy to see why. Regular inspections (especially with high-mileage trucks) help catch leaks early. Diesel-Specific Issues (3.0L Diesel-Specific Issues (3.0L

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Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 24, 2024

Auto detailing is more than just washing down vehicles. It is about thoroughly cleaning the interior and exterior of the vehicle, and applying wax and buff to increase protection and shine. Therefore, for people and businesses who want their vehicles to look pristine and remain well-maintained, getting them detailed is a great option.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

There are various types of license plates issued to vehicles across the state. These plates are critical beyond identifying vehicles—they reflect different classifications, statuses, and purposes. This knowledge can save you time, keep you informed, and help you recognize critical differences in the vehicles you encounter daily.

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AutoSuccess

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

According to the manufacturer, the plan includes adjusting the company’s North America vehicle roadmap to offer a range of electrification options designed to speed customer adoption – including lower prices and longer ranges. Ford said it also realigned its U.S.

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autoevolution

MARCH 6, 2024

Just over 350 units of 2023 to 2024 Nissan sedans, utility vehicles, and pickup trucks were produced with driver's airbag modules containing potentially defective inflators. The suspect airbag inflators may allow moisture to enter due to misaligned gaskets.

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Everybody and their dog is getting on the sport utility vehicle and pickup truck bandwagons to the detriment of sedans, wagons, and hatchbacks, a shift in preferences with crystal-clear effects for almost every automaker. Even so, Porsche refused to kill off the slowest-selling model in the German a. continue reading. )

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