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Final Fuel-Economy Rule Sets Lower Bar
The new targets stand in stark contrast to the 13 miles per gallon the average U.S. vehicle got when Congress introduced fuel-economy standards in the 1970s.Pexels/Erik McIean The Biden administration finalized updated fuel-economy standards that are looser than proposed last year so that automakers can now achieve a lower bar over the next decade on…
SUVs, Pickups Recalled for Stability Issue
The recall affects nearly 212,000 units. Stellantis Chrysler recalled more than 200,000 vehicles over a software issue that can disable their electronic stability control systems. Dealers will update the software on the 2022 Dodge Durangos and Ram 2500 and 3500s, according to a notice on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website. The vehicles’ antilock…
Reynolds Donates $5M to Enhance Educational Opportunities
Northwood University President Kent MacDonald said the new center ‘will be a game-changer for our students, faculty, and the industry.’ Northwood University The Reynolds and Reynolds Co., a provider of software, services and forms in automotive retail, pledged $5 million to help fund construction of the new Center for Automotive & Mobility Studies at Northwood…
Lawmakers Seek U.S. Ban on Chinese Battery Makers
China holds much of the world’s supply of some EV battery materials, such as graphite. Pixabay/Photoman A group of Republican congressmen are calling on federal regulators to blacklist two Chinese battery manufacturers they say are using forced labor to make their products. The lawmakers sent two letters to the Department of Homeland Security, saying that…
SUVs Recalled Due to Fire Risk
Dealers will add a bracket to the seat switchback covers and replace the slide knobs to remedy seat motor overheating. Kia recalled more than 450,000 SUVs, saying they present risk of fire. The 2020 to 2024 Tellurides’ power-seat motors can overheat when the seat slide knob sticks, potentially catching fire, according to a notice on…
Five Ways to Bridge the EV Gender Gap
One study found that women see EVs as expensive, have reservations about battery longevity, and feel uneasy about range and charging availability. Pexels/Gustavo Fring Recent research reveals an intriguing trend: While electric vehicle sales are rising, sales to men still dominate the market. The McKinsey Center for Future Mobility conducts an annual survey of 30,000…
Social Security Numbers: A Key to Identity Theft
Verifying a Social Security number requires a little work. According to recent studies, identity theft is rising in the United States. Covid caused more people to stay home, conduct business remotely, and shop online, making it easier for identity thieves to steal credentials, such as names, passwords and other nonpublic personal information. With a few…
June Automotive Service Professionals Month
ASE is seeking good automotive service professional stories. Pexels/Andrea Piacquadio The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence has designated June as Automotive Service Professionals Month. “Automotive Service Professionals Month is the perfect time to recognize skilled professionals for the valuable service they provide to motorists from coast to coast,” said ASE President and CEO Dave…
The Key to Key
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Busy – the Enemy Of Excellence!
Excellence always has a plan and is intentional in nature. Pexels/Ketut Subiyanto The greatest danger of mediocre performance in the F&I office is not the lack of skills and opportunities. It is the busyness that demands attention to the immediate that leads to a mediocre level of preparation and practice! A professional who is too…