Automobile Magazine: Genesis Essentia named 'Concept of the Year'
Today, the Genesis Essentia Concept was named "Concept of the Year" by Automobile magazine.
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New Report: Used vehicle values stabilize
The Luxury Car and Near Luxury Car segments had the highest depreciation rate in 2018, according to this week's Black Book Market Insights Report. Meanwhile, the Compact Car and Sub-Compact Car segments experienced the least depreciation, highlighting the affordability factor…
Special Report: Self-driving car industry has a PR problem
For the driverless car industry, last year was a boon for technology breakthroughs... and a disaster from a public relations perspective.
Tech Tips (by ALLDATA): Neon stuck in 2nd gear
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2004 Dodge Neon, L4-2.0L, VIN C, automatic transmission Mileage: 176,335 Problem: The vehicle will not shift and is stuck in second gear. The MIL is on. Details: When the tech connected a scan tool, he found a DTC P0750 (LR Solenoid Circuit).…
Funny, awesome & classic: Texas' best license plate messages for 2018
The Lone Star State's best, most classic and funniest personalized license plates for 2018 have been revealed.
Yahoo Business: Is Trump about to clobber the auto industry?
Investors have been edgy about President Trump’s trade dispute with China. But there’s another trade threat that’s going to flare soon: the possibility of new tariffs on nearly $200 billion worth of automotive imports, which would kill jobs and send car prices soaring if imposed by Trump.
Autobody News: New ASA executive director shares his goals for the industry
Recently appointed Automotive Service Association (ASA) Executive Director Ray Fisher held a press conference on Thursday, Jan. 10 to provide some information on his plans and goals as he transitions into his new leadership responsibilities.
ASA Colorado Summit sets record
The ASA Colorado Summit at Lincoln Tech is off and running with technical and management training classes by some of the most well-known trainers in the industry.
Hyundai Sonata wins Readers' Choice Award at 2019 North American International Auto Show
The Detroit News awarded the Hyundai Sonata the Readers' Choice Award in the "Most for Your Money" category at its15th annual Readers' Choice Awards ceremony held during the 2019 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Michigan.
Edmunds: New vehicle sales expected to lift in January
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Edmunds forecasts that 1,169,804 new cars and trucks will be sold in the U.S. in January for an estimated seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of 17.2 million. This reflects a 28.1 percent decrease in sales from December 2018,…
Digital retailing going electric: Dealer Inspire debuts latest solutions for automotive dealers
NAPERVILLE, Ill., Jan. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Dealer Inspire (DI), a Cars.com (NYSE: CARS) company that provides disruptive technology and digital marketing solutions to the automotive industry, today announced a new omnichannel digital retailing product debuting at the 2019 National Automobile Dealers Association Show…
Tech Tips (by ALLDATA): F350 runs rough – multiple DTCs
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2011 Ford F350 Super Duty, 2WD, 6.7L Turbo Diesel, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 78,009 Problem: The vehicle came into the shop running rough and the MIL was on. Details: The technician connected a scan tool and retrieved the following DTCs: P0201…
ASA partners with Kukui to enable shops to build competitive websites
The Automotive Service Association has joined forces with Kukui as its latest Sponsored Benefit Provider. ASA Sponsored Benefit Provider companies provide special-priced member services and products to ASA members to help offset their everyday business costs.
Subaru earns 3 awards in Kelley Blue Book 2019 'Best Resale Value' awards
Subaru earns Best Resale Value for Crosstrek, Legacy and Outback Subaru Legacy wins segment for fourth time Subaru Outback wins segment for fourth time CAMDEN, N.J., Jan. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that the 2019 Crosstrek, Legacy and Outback…
Tech Tips (by ALLDATA): Toyota Rav4 DTC P0171 fix
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2003 Toyota RAV4, 2WD, 2.0L, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 220,336 Problem: The vehicle came from another shop. They had installed a new Mass Airflow (MAF) sensor but the MIL/DTC would not clear. Details: The technician pulled DTC P0171. The fuel trims verified that…
Platform for mobility & roadside assistance: Porsche invests in US startup 'Urgent.ly'
STUTTGART, Germany and WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Investment in artificial intelligence: Porsche has invested in startup "Urgent.ly." The American company sees itself as the leading global platform for mobility and roadside assistance. The financing round amounted to $21 million. Alongside "Porsche Ventures," other…
Tech Tips (by ALLDATA): Navigator's A/C 'inoperative'
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2008 Lincoln Navigator, 2WD, V8-5.4L, automatic transmission Mileage: 89,766 Problem: This Navigator came because the auto climate control with rear A/C stopped working. Details: When checked, the compressor was not coming on – even when the defrosters were activated. All the…
Latest ASA 'Facebook Live' aimed at helping collision industry professionals
ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher hosted a "Facebook Live" event for collision industry professionals on Tuesday morning.
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