Used Cars

THE QUEST FOR FIRST HIT PASS OUTCOMES

June 28, 2023

Excerpted from a pre-release publication tentatively titled “Brickwalls and Barricades: The Quest for Flawless Execution of First Hit Pass Outcomes”, this article introduces actual case studies to showcase the ability to avoid forming defect failures at the stamping press through disciplined execution of the simulation and die build with proven tradecraft and capable craftsmanship. A prominent automotive seating company built a progressive die for a safety-critical stamping. Crash tests with actual stampings verified the occupant would not survive a front-end collision because edge cracks separated the seat from the vehicle. An iconic home appliance company built transfer dies with draw…

Automotive repair

Catalytic converter theft ring at TDI Towing in Philadelphia busted: DA

June 28, 2023

DOYLESTOWN, Pa. (CBS) – Bucks County investigators want to hear from victims of catalytic-converter thefts for possible reimbursement after nearly a dozen arrests and several charges in a crime operation they say was worth millions. Bucks County District Attorney Matt Weintraub asked possible victims to call his office. Owners of cars with stolen catalytic converters may be reimbursed for repair costs. Ken Hein, the owner of Greenwood Automotive Specialists in Glenside, said those repairs can cost a lot. “Just upset. Just can’t believe it,” Hein said. That is how Hein described his customers, whose catalytic converters were stolen. He said…

Automotive News

Lithium iron phosphate curbs the battery gap with nickel, cobalt

June 28, 2023

Battery expert Lukasz Bednarski, author of the 2021 book “Lithium: The Global Race for Battery Dominance and the New Energy Revolution,” believes automakers’ interest in building lower-priced EVs could be one of the drivers behind LFP’s rising popularity. “LFP provides good enough performance at a lower cost, which makes it an attractive proposition for EVs for the middle class,” he said. Bednarski added that the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides incentives “for the development of the whole battery chain (with no) preference for LFP chemistry.” Rising investment in LFP manufacturing facilities in the United States is coming not just…

Used Cars

Cambridge planners overruled by OLT decision on used car sales

June 28, 2023

Successful appeal means Franklin Boulevard business can sell up to 60 used vehicles at a time on industrially zoned property The owner of an automotive repair shop on Franklin Boulevard has been granted permission to sell up to 60 used cars on his lot at a time after appealing to the Ontario Land Tribunal over a committee of ruling adjustments last fall that denied a zone change application to allow it. In a ruling released June 5, the tribunal’s Gregory J. Ingram disagreed with the city planning staff over the application by Special Interest Automobiles owner Ali Ghaddar. Ghaddar wants…

Automotive News

Car quality is getting worse, JD Power finds

June 27, 2023

New-vehicle quality improved at 12 of 33 brands ranked in the study: Dodge, Ram, Alfa Romeo, Porsche, Maserati, Jaguar, Subaru, Jeep, Mitsubishi, Audi, Chrysler and Volvo. “It’s not one thing that’s detrimental in the industry,” said Frank Hanley, senior director of auto benchmarking at JD Power. “There’s just a lot of little things going wrong, and it’s adding up to big problems for customers.” The number of problems tracked per 100 vehicles rose 6.5 percent from 2022 to 2023, following an 11 percent rise from 2021 to 2022, Hanley said. Before then, the largest increase in problems in a given…

Automotive Accessories

Union momentum heats up in Canada’s auto parts sector

June 26, 2023

LONDON—More than 150 auto parts workers at Sodecia Automotive hot stamping facilities in London, Ontario voted to join Unifor last month after a year-long union drive. “Auto parts workers understand that joining Unifor means driving higher standards of living for workers across the industry,” said Lana Payne, Unifor National President. “Momentum is growing across the sector to join our union as workers look to secure a better future for themselves, their families and their communities.” Workers at Sodecia Automotive manufacture a wide range of auto parts for major automakers including General Motors and Tesla. After successfully voting to join the…

Automotive Accessories

The Best Car Stock Photography Sites for Your Business

June 26, 2023

If you’re in the market for car stock photography, you’ll want to find high-quality images that accurately represent your brand and message. We’ve compiled a list of the best sites to find the perfect car stock photography for your business needs. From sleek sports cars to rugged off-road vehicles, these sites offer a wide range of options to choose from. Shutterstock Shutterstock is one of the most popular stock photography sites out there, and for good reason. With over 300 million images, including a vast selection of car stock photography, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for. Their search…

Automotive News

Millions Of Kia Cars Could Have Dangerous Airbags

June 26, 2023

View of the dashboard of a 2007 Kia Optima as it’s being driven. good morning! It’s Thursday, June 1, 2023 and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. 1st Gear: Kia And ARC Automotive On Wednesday, a newly released federal document placed the number of Kia vehicles equipped with airbags supplied by Knoxville-based ARC Automotive at almost 4 million, according to The Wall StreetJournal. This is believed to be merely a fraction of the total number of affected…

Automotive News

The Infiniti showroom redesign is lounge-like

June 26, 2023

The lack of fresh product has put Infiniti into a multi-year slump. Last year, the brand reported 46,619 US sales, its lowest since 1992, according to Automotive News Research & Data Center. Another retailer also said he’s unlikely to pull the trigger on a store upgrade until he sees a “Cadence product that is true and believable — not just promises.” “Infiniti has been a disappointing brand for years,” Haig said. “Its dealers are not making any meaningful money compared to almost any other franchise.” Anticipating the pushback, Infiniti is pitching the redesign to its dealers as optional. “It’s not…

Automotive Deals

Used-car prices rebound, making buying a challenge

June 25, 2023

Our main advice for buyers in this still tricky market is to act quickly and negotiate from an informed perspective. That can make the difference between getting a fair deal or paying too much. Also, it’s never been more important to make sure your credit is in good shape. Interest rates are up, but the most competitive rates are reserved for those with strong credit ratings. Here are some other ways to make the best of a challenging market. Consider buying a new car. If you’re looking at newer used cars—models in the 1- to 3-year-old range—you may find that…

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