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2010 automotive trends: A look ahead to a bright future AutoInc. Share     
There has never been a better time to be in the automotive business! I've been tracking the business side of the automotive service field
for almost three decades, and the opportunities ahead of us in 2010 are astounding. More
New Jersey puts brakes on Right to Repair The Alliance and Automotive Service Association Share
Unconvinced of the necessity of the so-called "Right to Repair" legislation, the New Jersey legislature has once again deferred action on the bill. This marks yet another year in which, despite spending significant resources, supporters of the legislation have failed to gain its passage. Joining in opposition to the legislation this year were nearly a dozen local unions, which expressed concern about the legislation's potential impact on safety, jobs and the economy. More Don't forget to vote! Automotive Service Association Share
The ASA board of directors' elections is
taking place now through Feb. 28. All regular members in good standing with ASA are eligible to cast their votes for general director, and the mechanical division director is elected by ASA's mechanical division members. Candidate bios and audio campaign messages are also available online and in the December and January issues of AutoInc. magazine. Voting is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Detroit's hottest debuts Forbes Share
Automakers at the North American International Show are wiping their brows with relief, calling 2009 the industry's worst year in memory. They're eagerly anticipating a slight market recovery — 11.5 million units, by most estimates — in 2010. Some are even optimistic beyond the numbers. More
Cars become too complicated for backyard mechanics The Frederick News-Post Share
The days of the backyard mechanic are numbered. When today's vehicles start to run bad or the engine light comes on, short of getting a diagnosis, you're shooting in the dark, said Justin Funk, manager at Mr. Tire Auto Service Center in Frederick, Md. Mechanics said they have had seen many backyard jobs gone awry. Frustrated do-it-yourselfers, after encountering problems, finally decide to take the work to the experts. More Absence of U.S. cars from Japanese 'clunker' program irks lawmaker The Washington Post Share
When U.S. Rep. Betty Sutton, D-Ohio, proposed the "Cash for Clunkers" program to bolster the U.S. auto industry last year, she limited the government purchase incentives to cars produced in North America. But the exclusion soon aroused complaints from overseas automakers and free-trade advocates, and she relented. The $3 billion U.S. program ran over the summer and was open to all fuel-efficient cars, no matter where they were made. More Car buyers get protection against rebuilt wrecks Chicago Tribune Share
On New Year's Day a new federal system aimed at protecting consumers from buying rebuilt wrecks took full effect, only 17 years after the law requiring it was enacted. The National Motor Vehicle Title Information System requires all states, insurance companies and junkyards to report vehicles that were stolen or so badly damaged they were written off. Consumers can then check that database before buying a used vehicle. More ATMC introduces new interactive Web site Automotive Training Managers Council Share
The Automotive Training Managers Council (ATMC) has introduced a new Web site with interactive features that will facilitate the sharing of information among its members and between the organization and the public. Visitors to the site at www.atmc.org will find a wealth of information about the ATMC, its members, events and mission, and can apply online for membership or register to participate in the organization's events throughout the year. More
EV prototype tire unveiled by Michelin Tire Review Share
According to Michelin, a special power train requires a special tire. And it claims to have embraced this philosophy when designing its first concept tire for electric vehicles. Known as the EV, the Michelin concept tire is intended to provide a range of benefits that include increasing the vehicle’s range between charges or reducing battery size to optimize use of interior space. At the same time, the tire is said to enhance driving safety and deliver superior longevity. Furthermore, says Michelin, the prototype tire offers a quiet ride that is ideally suited to a relatively noise-free power source. More Hyundai set to unleash seven models over two years The Detroit Free Press Share
The 2010 Santa Fe crossover Hyundai this week is the latest of seven new models slated to come to market over the next 24 months designed to sustain the South Korean automaker’s recession-defying growth in the U.S. Hyundai raised its U.S. sales by 8 percent last year amidst the weakest new vehicle market in about three decades. It expanded its market share to 4.2 percent from 3.0 percent in 2008, partially through its Hyundai Assurance program that allowed buyers to return their vehicles with no penalty if they lost their jobs. More |
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