Tech Tips (by ALLDATA): Ford Crown Vic won’t shift out of park
The vehicle was towed into the shop because the transmission could not be shifted out of Park.
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Tech Tips (by ALLDATA): Durango cranks, no start
Vehicle was towed in because the engine would crank over but not start.
Tech Tips (by ALLDATA): F-150 lacks power, rough idle, black smoke from exhaust
The F150 was brought in for a rough idle and lack of power concern. The owner also noticed black smoke coming from the exhaust and it smelled like fuel.
AAA: Gas prices jump 6 cents on week, likely to climb higher
On the week, the national gas price average jumped six cents to $2.96. If the trend continues, an increase of three more cents would make the national average the most expensive since November 2014 –the last time we saw average prices at $2.99 and higher.
Electric vehicle charging station legislation introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives
Congressman Levin (D-Mich) introduced a bill, the Electric Vehicles Freedom Act, that would establish a nationwide network of public electric vehicle charging stations.
4 interviewing tips that will help you hire superstar techs
We all know it’s getting harder and harder to find the superstar techs, but finding those stars is just the beginning.
Report: Most & least expensive cars to insure for 2021
A new report by Insure.com, “Ranking the most expensive and cheapest cars to insure for 2021,” finds the Chrysler Voyager minivan in first place this year, with the lowest national average insurance premium of $1,272 annually.
ASA Podcast (Episode 94): ASA welcomes Mark Mills back as the Advance Auto Parts SBP representative
Change is a constant in the automotive service industry, with roles and responsibilities shifting on a regular basis.
Lang Aftermarket iReport: More vehicles but fewer service bays
Big changes are rumbling through the service bay populations of the seven major types of light vehicle repair outlets across the U.S., reflecting competitive market trends and the impact of COVID-19.
AAA: April saw small pump price changes, larger jumps likely in May
“While April saw minimal fluctuation, May is likely to see much larger increases alongside demand spikes, especially closer to Memorial Day weekend,” said Jeanette McGee, AAA spokesperson.
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