Passing of the Torch – Part I
Oxyacetylene Torches Can be a Versatile Tool for the Class and Shop
Special Report: Alternative Fuel: Diesel Vehicles Available in the U.S.
In 2008, 12 auto manufacturers have announced or introduced at least 13 diesel models to the U.S. market and unveiled four concept cars with a diesel powertrain. Thus, the growing resurgence of clean diesel technology in the U.S., coupled with the additional environmental and economic benefits of biodiesel, are giving American consumers more options to “drive green” than ever before.
According to the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, there are now more than 4.8 million diesel cars, pickups and SUVs registered in the United States.
Most analysts expect continued growth in the diesel market. Researchers at J.D. Power and Associates predict that diesel sales will approximately triple in the next 10 years, accounting for more than 10 percent of U.S. vehicle sales by 2015 – up from 3.6 percent in 2005.
Mitchell Releases Third Quarter 2008 Industry Trends Report
This edition’s Quarterly Feature, “The Average Severity of Hybrid versus Gas Vehicles,” by Mitchell’s Senior Director, Information Services, Jamison Day, discusses the recent results of a study conducted by Mitchell that examines the differences in estimates and average severities between traditional, gasoline powered vehicles and their hybrid counterparts.
Bosch Celebrates 30th Anniversary of the Pioneering Anti-Lock Brake System
Since Bosch introduced electronically controlled ABS to the automotive market, this groundbreaking technology has become the basis for all modern brake regulating systems.
ALLDATA Posts White Papers On Alldata.com
White papers cover topics of interest to automotive
service and collision professionals.
Report Card: Finger Pointing and Waving Magic Wands
An editorial opinion piece on the high fuel prices by Ed Sunkin
Shop Humor: You Might Be an Engine Builder If….
Sometimes, you just can’t explain WHY you’re an engine enthusiast – you just know THAT you’re one, and it doesn’t end when you leave the school at the end of the day.
Special Report: Alternative – Fuel: With Gas at $4/Gallon Average, Plug In America Calls on Americans to Demand Electric Cars
Electric Car Advocacy Group Urges Americans to Call the Auto Companies and Demand Electrics
Green Driving: It’s What’s Inside That Counts
National Survey Finds the Quest for Fuel Efficiency Is Changing Americans’ Car Consciousness
Engine Tech: A Look Into the Future of Engines and Transmissions
GM – Powertrain Europe’s comprehensive Tech Show provides answers about how cars will be propelled in the future