Americans paying, on average, 15 cents more to fill up since May: AAA
Americans are paying a pretty penny to hit the road this summer.
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KBB: Best cars for teens, college students for 'Back-to-School 2021'
As the 2021–2022 school year launches nationwide in a much different fashion than last year's at-home pandemic-induced virtual learning, student drivers once again will need the right vehicle to get them to and from school and activities.
Bridging the gap between schools & shops: Advice
In a recent episode of WrenchWay’s “Beyond the Wrench with Jay Goninen,” ASE Education Foundation Vice President George Arrants discusses why students are losing interest in the industry, the struggles of being a new technician, and the importance of a successful mentorship program.
Some shops aren't measuring steering columns as called for by OEMs: Survey
Mike Anderson of Collision Advice said he gets concerned when he sees “Who Pays for What?” survey findings that suggest half of shops may not be following OEM safety inspection procedures.
Average miles per vehicle plunged at 'unprecedented rate' last year: Report
"The historic 2020 mileage decline continued a trend of reduced annual miles for cars and light trucks dating back to 2015.
AAA: 'Miles-to-Empty' warning fuels when drivers decide to fill up
In-dash fuel economy displays estimate the number of miles a vehicle gets per gallon, including how many “miles to empty.”
National gas price average dips as crude oil prices see dramatic fluctuation: AAA
Motorists saw some positive change at the pump on the week with 31 state gas price averages declining one to five cents.
CR: Is age or mileage more important when buying a used vehicle?
Car shoppers often face the dilemma of being drawn to an older model or even a high-mileage model that is otherwise a perfect match for their budget, needs, or tastes. This is especially true in today’s market, where vehicle selection is haphazard and late-model, low-mileage cars are in short supply. If you have to compromise, does age or mileage matter more?
Car recalls for July 15-22: The Latest
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued recalls for July 15 through 22, including a Nissan recall involving 138,736 units and a Jayco recall involving 87,649 units.
Impact of battery & hybrid EV repair & service at independent repair shops: Report
Sixty-seven percent of independent repair shops indicate a portion of their business is from servicing battery electric vehicles.
