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First Look – New or Revised 2020 Jeep Gladiator
Off-road prowess comes from Command-Trac and Rock-Trac 4×4 systems, third-generation Dana 44 axles, Tru-Lock electric front- and rear-axles, Trac-Lok limited-slip differential, a segment-exclusive sway-bar disconnect and, gulp, 33-inch off-road tires. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, design and styling, new vehicle
Tagged 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show AutoMobility LA, A Mopar-modified 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, auto industry commentary, autoinformed, autoinformed.com, automotive blog, Cherokee, Compass, connected vehicles, grand cherokee, Ken Zino, new vehicle reviews, Renegade, wrangler
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Chevy Performance Releases Colorado ZR2 Race Parts
“These parts can be purchased individually to suit each customer’s needs, or as a complete package,” said Dickens. “This gives customers the flexibility to build their truck up over time, purchase only the parts they need for their particular interest, or buy the complete set to build their own ‘Hall Racing’ ZR2.” Continue reading
GM Collision Repair Network Growing
“Collision repair professionals are telling us they see how the Network can help make their business more efficient, speed up the repair process and give confidence that vehicles are repaired accurately and safely,” said John Eck, collision manager, GM Customer Care and Aftersales. Continue reading
Mopar at SEMA – 1000 Horsepower 426 Crate Hemi, Supercharger Concept
The press briefing in the Mopar exhibit at SEMA also included the unveiling of the 1968 Dodge “Super Charger” Concept, the perfect package for highlighting the “Hellephant” 426 Supercharged Crate HEMI engine assembly and kit. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, concept, marketing, performance
Tagged "Hellephant" 426 Supercharged Mopar Crate HEMI engine, 1968 Dodge "Super Charger" Concept, auto industry commentary, autoinformed, autoinformed.com, automotive blog, Automotive Commentary, Challenger SRT Demon, Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, Ken Zino, mopar, new car reviews
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Walmart and Advance Auto Parts to Launch Specialty Store
The new specialty store will complement Walmart’s automotive offering of common parts and accessories online and in stores, including an extensive assortment of tire, lube and battery services in more than 2,500 Walmart Auto Care Centers across the country. Launching in phases over the coming year, the specialty store will also feature a variety of Advance’s “value-added content and product information.” Continue reading
2019 COPO Camaro Marks 50 Years of Performance
With a special Anniversary Blue Metallic exterior color that pays homage to the original Laguna Blue offered in 1969, the SEMA show car’s available engine lineup includes a revised version of the supercharged, LSX-based 350 engine, now with a 2.65-liter Magnuson supercharger as well as a 302-cubic-inch engine. Continue reading
Roll by Goodyear Another Way to Buy and Install Tires
Roll by Goodyear was designed – it appears – as a defensive move to counter the onslaught of internet shopping and informed, mobile consumers. Goodyear said it conducted pre-market testing for Roll and the results were favorable across all demographics, particularly with millennials. Continue reading
Chevrolet Performance to Show Newest Crate Engines at SEMA
The new crate engines add to a line of nearly 50 Small Block, Big Block, LS, LSX, LT, Circle Track and COPO crate engines, giving enthusiasts myriad choices for powering their projects. Continue reading
Slow News – Chevrolet SEMA Show Car Has New Exterior Color
Along with Shock, 2019 Camaro colors also includes new Crush, Riverside Blue Metallic, Shadow Grey Metallic and Satin Steel Grey Metallic. Continue reading
Death of the Diesel: CARB Fines LKQ $294,000 for Selling Illegal Used Diesel Soot filters
In a related case in 2017, West Coast Diesel, a Fresno repair shop caught selling and installing illegal parts, agreed to a settlement that included additional monetary penalties should they violate the terms of the agreement by installing even one diesel particulate filter. Several other Central Valley diesel repair shops are now under investigation for selling and installing illegal filters. Continue reading
Rain Shortens Fourth Annual Roadkill Nights – Street-legal Drag Racing on Woodward Avenue
A total of 128 street-legal cars were on a specially prepped 1/8-mile drag strip on Woodward Avenue between Rapid Street and South Boulevard to compete in high-powered drag racing for cash prizes. Heavy rains ended the races early, so 16 total finalists split $20,000 in cash prizes. Continue reading
Porsche Classic Supplies Parts from a 3D Printer
Let’s hope that this catches on – not only for collectors of rare classic cars – but for older vehicle or airplane owners of whatever ilk. It is not fake news that the absence of replacement items (or, ahem, ethics) leads to problems. Worst auto case, the car may be scrapped. Continue reading
California Air Resources Board Fines JEGS Automotive $1.7m
The California Air Resources Board today announced that JEGS Automotive Inc. will pay $1,700,500 to resolve violations of anti-pollution laws related to the sales and marketing of illegal aftermarket performance parts in California. The penalty is the largest in CARB … Continue reading
Black Magic – Winter Tires Prove All-Seasons Are Anything But
The “snows” allowed faster stopping – consistently with much less slipping sliding. The all seasons were clearly mis-named with no discernible truth in marketing or advertising. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, road test, safety, transportation
Tagged autoinformed.com, Ken Zino, Maureen McDonald, michelin, Notre Dame, snow tires, Tire Rack, winter driving
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NADA Workforce Initiative Fights Technician Shortage
The NADA Foundation just revealed the next phase of its Workforce Initiative, which includes the launch of a new consumer-facing website – www.nadafoundation.org – to promote the value of service technician jobs and provide the first and only centralized source of all Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and industry training programs and scholarship opportunities for aspiring technicians. Continue reading →