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Safety Car Features That Could Save Your Life

Safety Car Features That Could Save Your Life (PDF) Car accidents happen every day and can cause significant injuries. Car safety features, such as Antilock Brakes and parking assist systems can reduce the chances of being involved in an accident. These features make your car safer- which is important because

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Why EVs Are So Expensive?

Why EVs Are So Expensive? (PDF)   Electric cars are still too expensive, despite being “supposed to be cheaper”. The cost of EVs has gone up for some and down for others. We’ll discuss some factors that influence EV pricing below. The base price for the 2022 Chevy Bolt is

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US Dealer Groups Show Solid F&I Profit for Q2 2022

US Dealer Groups Show Solid F&I Profit for Q2 2022 (PDF) Five out of the 6 largest publicly traded auto dealer groups average $2,000 in F&I profit in Q2 of 2022 The major publicly traded dealership groups all posted double-digit increases in same-store finance-and-insurance gross profit per vehicle during the

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July 2022 – Automotive Market Insights

Auto Industry Related Headlines for July 2022 With the exception of the Compact and Full-Size Van segments, all segments reported softening last week, leading up to the July 4th holiday weekend. In recent weeks, the sales rates at the auctions have been trending downward and dealer sentiment is that leads

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June 2022 Automotive Market Update

June 2022 Automotive Market Update: The overall market continued to increase last week, but the rate of gains slowed. All Luxury segments returned to negative territory last week with the Full-Size Luxury Crossover/SUV and Premium Sporty Cars reporting the largest declines. Used Retail Listing Volume has increased above the 1.00

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2023 Toyota bZ4X Specs and Data Sheet

The 2023 Toyota bZ4X electric crossover will go on sale this month at U.S. dealerships, it’s roughly the size of a 2022 RAV4.  2023 Toyota bZ4X quick specs and data: Doors: 5 Seats: 5 USB Ports: 5 0-60 MPH: 6.5 Seconds Power: 201 HP from ONE 150KW Motor (FWD Version),

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Auto Market Recap Q1 2022

Auto Market Recap Q1 2022 (PDF) Will there be a spring market? Although there is uncertainty about how strong the spring market will be this year, here’s what we saw in Q1 2022: With a continued lack of new inventory for rental companies, high fuel prices, and tax season, we

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Myths and Misconceptions in the Automotive Sector

Myths And Misconceptions In The Automotive Sector (PDF) The automotive industry is filled with many myths and misconceptions that you need to dispel.  These myths have to do with the business side of things, along with the maintenance side as well. Overall, this means that the myths and misconceptions can

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How to Boost Your Vehicle’s Fuel Efficiency

Buying a fuel-efficient car is great, both, for your gas savings and also for the environment. Nonetheless, even if you do not have a car that is geared towards fuel efficiency, simple changes in your driving habits can have a great impact on your car’s fuel efficiency. Even the most

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How to Use an Automotive Diagnostic Tool

How to Use an OBD2 Automotive Diagnostic Tool There are many reasons why you would want to purchase a diagnostic scan tool for your car. These include check-engine lights that do not turn off, malfunctioning indicator lights inside the car, and also to inspect live data from the car.  Knowing

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Electric Vehicles are now the Logical Choice

Electric Vehicles are now the Logical Choice With the emerging concerns of climate change and the global warming crises edging out its disastrous effects, people are starting to take electric vehicles more seriously. Every capable nation is making policy changes and introducing innovative industrial solutions to reduce their carbon footprints

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Own a Classic Car? Follow these Standard Maintenance Tips!

Own a Classic Car Follow these Standard Maintenance Tips (PDF Article) If you own a classic car, then it is clear that you will not be using it for daily commutes. Instead, much of your maintenance will focus on storing the car and keeping it in running conditions. Nonetheless, tips

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The Latest Automobile Industry Trends In 2021

The Latest Automobile Industry Trends In 2021 (PDF) The Automotive Industry is one that is always subject to change and rapid innovations. Since automobiles are the primary source of transport for the world, tough competition before carmakers results in ever-changing and rapidly expanding trends of the industry. Below, are a

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7 Best Safety Tips from Expert Drivers In the World

7 Best Safety Tips from Expert Drivers in the World It is estimated that roughly 1 billion people in the world drive cars, or know how to drive a car. That is a significant portion of the world’s population. Sadly, if you think about how many people actually follow safety

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How you Should Buy Aftermarket Items for Your Car

How you Should Buy Aftermarket Items for Your Car Aftermarket items refer to those car parts that aren’t included in the vehicle when you buy them and are meant to be purchased and installed separately. It can be a muffler, spoiler, fender, or anything else that will be added to

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US Vehicle Sales First Six Month Comparision 2021 vs 2020

Most automakers have released second-quarter data, but many do not provide monthly figures. Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar Land Rover will release their results later this month.    Q2 2021   Q2 2020   6Mo 2021   6Mo 2020     Q2 Change     Percentage Increase     6Mo Change   Percentage Increase  Acura            50,496            27,458

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54 New Car Dealerships Shut Down in 2020

54 New Car Dealerships Shut Down in 2020 The number of U.S. dealerships dropped in 2020 after steady gains for the last 10 years. Back in 2012 as the US was recovering from the great recession, there were 17,858 new car dealerships in America. the count at the beginning of

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State Farm 17c Letter

State Farm 17c Letter Below is a copy of a cookie-cutter letter State Farm Insurance sends their policyholders after they receive a demand for Diminished Value. The letter clearly references the Mabry V State Farm court case and the  DV amount being offered is based on a formula from the

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