Lowest auto sales in 5 years: While still solid, 2019 auto sales were at the lowest point since 2014 Further slowdown expected: New car sales are expected to slow further in 2020, due to slower economic growth and less affordable…
From Bloomberg.com Fears that the coronavirus will ravage global supply chains rooted in China are spreading fast. For automakers, a hiatus from production in the world’s largest car market may force them to take some needed rebalancing. READ MORE
By the New York Times Super Bowl ads featuring electric vehicles used to be rare. But this year, at least three car companies — GM, Porsche, and Audi — ran flashy commercials for new plug-in models. It’s a sign that…
The big topic lately is data access and privacy.
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 3.8L V-6, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 148,992 Problem: The customer reported that the ABS light was on. The brakes seemed to operate normally. Details: Using his scan tool, the tech pulled DTC…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6EPPJHaCtw&feature=youtu.be By CNBC DETROIT – General Motors is resurrecting the Hummer, best known as a gas-guzzling, military-style SUV, as an all-electric “super truck” with massive horsepower, acceleration and torque. READ MORE
LEESBURG, VA, Jan. 28, 2020 – The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has announced the officers for its 2020 Board of Directors. New ASE officers for 2020 include: Chair: Bobby Bassett, North…
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe LLP announces its filing of a class action lawsuit against Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. ("Toyota") for its sale of 2019/2020 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles (the "RAV4s") with defective fuel…
Smaller, lesser-known insurers received the highest marks from collision repairers asked to grade the auto insurers’ claims practices in the 2020 CRASH Network “Insurer Report Card.” A free report with the 2020 “Insurer Report Card” findings can be downloaded by…
PUNE, India, Jan. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The global Electric Bike (E-Bike) Market size is projected to reach $46.04 billion by the end of 2026. Recent advancements in lithium-ion batteries will contribute to market growth. According to a report published…
FREMONT, California, Jan. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new market intelligence report by BIS Research, titled "Global Artificial Intelligence Market for Automotive and Transportation Industry – Analysis and Forecast, 2019-2029," the global AI market for automotive and transportation…
CNET.com published a nice story this week that showed just how easy it is to check if your vehicle has a recall. This is perfect to share with customers. 1. Find your VIN Your unique 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN)…
DUNTON, Essex, Jan. 30, 2020 -- As car security systems become increasingly more sophisticated, thieves are targeting car parts instead, including alloy wheels. One method to deter wheel thieves is to use locking nuts, one on each wheel, which require…
SANFORD, N.C. — Jan. 30, 2020 — CIECA announced its next CIECAst webinar will feature Mike Anderson, owner and president of Collision Advice. Anderson’s presentation “Utilizing Technology to Thrive and Not Just Survive in…
By The IRS There are various types of tax return preparers, including certified public accountants, enrolled agents, attorneys, and many others who don’t have a professional credential. You expect your preparer to be skilled in tax preparation and to accurately…
The Automotive Service Association submitted comments supporting New Mexico House Bill 156, which establishes a new section of the Criminal Code for illegally dismantling vehicles.
Jason Verlen, senior vice president of product management and marketing products & technology at CCC Information Systems, talks about the impact of telematics on the collision repair process.
"The average retail price of regular gasoline in the U.S. was lower during 2019 (adjusting for inflation) than gas prices were 80 years earlier in 1939 during the Great Depression. The price of regular gas averaged $2.39 during 2019, less…
