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News Auto Repair & ServiceBusiness ManagementConsumer trendsElectric VehiclesJobbers & WDsVehicle Technology 5 things shops need to know about EV maintenance
August 10, 2021 by
Graham Heeps
Electric vehicles are an increasingly common sight on our roadways — and in our auto repair shops. When it comes to servicing these vehicles, here are some key maintenance issues to consider
News AnnouncementsElectric VehiclesLead StoryVehicle Technology Here’s where 850 new EV charging stations are going
August 5, 2021 by
Adam Malik
A slew of electric vehicle charging stations were announced during the last week or so of July. In all, 853 of these charging stations will be installed across the country. It started July 22 when Natural Resources Canada announced 40…
News Auto Repair & ServiceElectric VehiclesIndustry TrendsJobbers & WDsVehicle Technology Why 75% of vehicles on roads may soon be zero-emission
July 29, 2021 by
Adam Malik
The automotive aftermarket will likely need to prepare for a large influx of zero-emission vehicles in a relatively short amount of time if a new report’s findings play out as it predicts. Upwards of three-quarters of passenger automotive vehicle sales…
News Vehicle Technology Solera launches new marketing solution to target aftermarket’s lost customers
July 8, 2021 by
Christine Hogg
Solera Holdings, an industry leader in empowering automotive dealers, OEMs, and aftermarket businesses with a robust technology platform that engages customers at various critical points during their vehicle lifecycle, has launched Digital Marketing Services, a new prospecting solution aimed at…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology By 2025, 1 in 5 cars will offer one or more Level 2 autonomous driving features
June 23, 2021 by
Christine Hogg
Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis of the global autonomous driving industry finds that original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and value chain partners are streamlining their strategies, capital investments, and product roadmap to develop and deploy region- and segment-specific partial and highly…
News Vehicle Technology Schaeffler & Siemens team up on intelligent diagnostics for drive systems
May 18, 2021 by
Christine Hogg
Schaeffler and Siemens are collaborating on intelligent diagnostics for drive systems. The collaboration between Siemens and Schaeffler combines Siemens’ IIoT platform Sidrive IQ with Schaeffler’s decades of experience and expertise in designing, manufacturing, and servicing bearings. In addition to developing…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Automotive Training Institute teams up with Shopmonkey to enhance business outcomes
March 25, 2021 by
Christine Hogg
Shopmonkey, a San Jose, California-based software company serving the automotive repair industry, and Automotive Training Institute (ATI), a leader in coaching and training services for auto repair shops, are teaming up and combining their collective expertise and offerings to help auto repair shop…
News Vehicle Technology Solera streamlines claims processing with new intelligent self-service computer vision module
February 17, 2021 by
Christine Hogg
Solera Holdings, Inc. has launched Guided Image Capture (GIC), a customizable Qapter module part of Solera’s industry leading end-to-end artificial intelligence (AI) powered claims platform. GIC provides a simple and intuitive way for an automotive insurance policy holder to confidently capture images…
News Auto Repair & ServiceLead StoryVehicle Technology Understanding diesel exhaust aftertreatment systems
December 22, 2020 by
Allan Janssen
By David Bry Diesels have long had an image problem. They were known to be smelly, slow, and dirty. But that picture is very much out of date. Diesels don’t stink like they used to. Many are extremely powerful. And…
Feature Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Beefing up suspension and chassis parts
November 16, 2020 by
Allan Janssen
By Allan Janssen Two automotive trends have come together to create new opportunities for aftermarket chassis and suspension manufacturers. On the one hand, public appetite for robust SUVs and light trucks has grown dramatically in recent years. Indeed, by some…
News New ProductsVehicle Technology Saleri adds 31 electric water pumps to aftermarket range
November 9, 2020 by
Christine Hogg
Saleri, the Italian designer and OEM manufacturer of water pumps, is extending its range of after market electric auxiliary water pumps. Saleri’s long standing commitment to R&D over the years has resulted in many innovative solutions, such as electric pumps…
News Lead StoryVehicle Technology Beefing up suspension and chassis parts
November 3, 2020 by
Allan Janssen
By Allan Janssen Two automotive trends have come together to create new opportunities for aftermarket chassis and suspension manufacturers. On the one hand, public appetite for robust SUVs and light trucks has grown dramatically in recent years. Indeed, by some…