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See If You Are "'Tire Smart"


A recent national survey found that only one in six U.S. drivers is “tire smart” when it comes to checking tire pressure-a quick and simple step that can optimize vehicle safety and fuel economy and helps tires last longer.

Simple Steps To Save Gas Without Driving Less


Just because gas prices go up, that doesn’t mean your driving has to go down.

Traveling With Kids—Be Car Seat Smart


Road trips with children can be daunting, but with AAA’s expert advice, your next family car trip can be both safe and fun:

Helping Your Car Keep Cool In Warmer Weather


Whether it’s a vacation road trip or your daily commute to work, when the temperatures climb higher on the outside, things are also heating up under the hood of your car.

Make Your Driving Dollars Go Farther


From daily commuting to summer road trips, the amount of time we spend driving adds up quickly…and so can travel costs.

Your Key To A Long-Lasting Car


Basic car care is the key to a long-lasting vehicle, and to improving its safety and dependability.

A Smarter Way To Hit The Road


Technology continues to make road trips better. USB power adapters for all our gadgets, thermoelectric coolers for food and beverages, and affordable cameras that can withstand being dropped in the parking lot or dunked in the pool are helping to keep travelers comfortable and connected.

Everything Gets Old-Even Your Shocks


Look around your home and you’ll probably see a few important items you are planning to replace—a tattered chair, those old running shoes, the living room wallpaper.

Wash Away The Effects Of Rough Weather


When it’s time for spring-cleaning, remember to include your car.

Do Your Brakes Squeal Like A Pig?


When you apply your brakes, do they squeal like a pig?

How Your Auto Insurance Rates Are Determined


Your auto insurance rates are determined by a number of factors:

Cruising with Comfort - Sheepskins Make Life Easier


Advantages of PT Cruiser sheepskin car seat covers

Top Ten Reasons For No-Start Vehicles


The top ten reasons that I see vehicles coming to Ace Automotive for no start problems

Why Won't My Car Start?


Have you ever had your car just "die" on you, you try to start it and it just will not start.

The Three Basic Methods of Car Pinstriping


Before we talk about the different auto pinstriping methods we need to cover a couple of basic points :

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05/17/2024
Live talk at noon Monday: Women and diversity in the auto industry

Cheryl Thompson, founder and CEO of the Center for Automotive Diversity, Inclusion and Advancement, will join Automotive News for a live chat.



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05/17/2024
Mercedes workers turn down UAW

About 56% of Mercedes plant workers in Alabama voted against joining the union.



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05/17/2024
Automotive News is Magazine of Year

Automotive News won 3 National Gold Awards and 10 regional honors in the 2024 Azbees competition, as well as 3 Jesse H. Neal Awards.



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05/17/2024
Ford seeks improved communication with new supplier program

The automaker has abolished its long-standing Aligned Business Framework, which prioritized some preferred suppliers, to focus on better communication with a more diverse group of parts makers.



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05/17/2024
VW's Pablo Di Si to speak at Automotive News Congress

Other featured panelists include NADA CEO Mike Stanton and Amazon's Fan Jin



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05/17/2024
Kia believes adding hybrids is a win-win for consumers, industry

Kia Corp. will expand its hybrid powertrain to most of its models as EV sales slow and lagging infrastructure becomes a concern.



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05/17/2024
Top 5 stories of the week: Toyota's big North Carolina investment; EV startups struggle

A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest.



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05/17/2024
ZT Corporate buys 4 Greenway Automotive stores

ZT Automotive is owned by ZT Corporate, a wealth management firm that acquires and operates dealerships.



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05/17/2024
Dodge, Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis retiring from Stellantis

Dodge sales chief Matt McAlear will take charge of that brand, while Chrysler CEO Christine Feuell will add Ram trucks to her responsibilities.



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05/17/2024
How stiff new U.S. tariffs against China may impact auto industry

The Biden administration is attempting to find a balance between encouraging domestic production and ensuring competitive prices for EVs.



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