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A peek under the hood of the global automotive industry.

Are electric HGVs really the way forward?
The government plans to ban sales of new petrol and diesel fuelled HGVs from 2040. This basically gives the logistics industry 20 years to develop at least one feasible alternative. Electricity appears to be the main contender. It does, however, present some major challenges which will need to be overcome quickly if the government’s plan is to succeed. Here is a quick guide to what you need to know.
By Andrea Easton5 years ago in Wheel
Driving: A Pretty Good Model for How People Will Behave With Unlimited Freedom
I drive something like 250 miles a day, five days a week. I am always surrounded by cars, and so I have seen a lot of nonsense. The nonsense never comes from nowhere, and so it’s always predictable and avoidable. With very few exceptions the best way to avoid nonsense is to follow traffic laws.
By Garrett Warren5 years ago in Wheel
Move Over Boys, Female Car Clubs Are Here
As an avid automotive swap meet vendor, there’s always been rumbling amongst us … sales associates. One would say, there’s noticeably less attendance this year than from last, but, that’s something stupid we say every year, or, is it stupid?
By Dave Wettlaufer5 years ago in Wheel
Bajaj Bikes in India
Bajaj bikes are synonymous with quality and reliability. At one point in time, Bajaj was the leading producer of two-wheelers (scooters) in India. On entering the motorcycle manufacturing field, they have reasserted their position and have the distinction of being the second largest motorcycle manufacturing company in India and the sixth largest in the world. There are nine Bajaj bikes available in India. The Bajaj bike price range starts with INR 30,713 for Bajaj CT 100 and goes up to INR 1.62 lakhs for the high-end Bajaj Dominar 400. A couple of Bajaj new bikes are expected to hit the Indian roads soon.
By abhi rathoor5 years ago in Wheel
The Perfect Consumer Car Storm has Arrived
The perfect storm for automotive consumers has arrived and buyers should take advantage of it. Never before has this author seen an opportunity like this present itself.
By J. S. Wade5 years ago in Wheel
Auto Insurers In The U.S Not Happy
A new CPI shows that the auto insurance prices were up 16.9% in May 2021, following a 6.4% increment in April — the first increments since March 2020 in the United States.
By Osei Agyemang5 years ago in Wheel
Automative Manufaturing in India
Key Technological Trends Transforming Automotive Manufacturing in India The automotive industry in India is all set to witness a great convergence of the technology and industrial sector for coming up with advanced solutions. With every sector undergoing digitization, the automotive industry is also not far behind. Over the centuries, this industry has gone through several highs and lows. The automotive industry is now making a shift in the direction of advancement where industrialists will drive more revenue, making the end-user experience more enhanced through innovative driving methods.
By Naveen Parmar5 years ago in Wheel
Sleazy Car Salesgirl
We all want a good deal. We all love sales and feeling like we got the most value for the least. I 100% get it. I haggle where I can, and I use coupons on the regular, so I really do understand the want/need to get a good deal. What I don’t understand is some of the stupid shit my customers do thinking that it will get them a good deal. It does the opposite. It pisses me off and then I spend the rest of the deal figuring out how to get the managers to kick them out or I tell my managers to rip them off. I really can’t stand people being nasty and shady. I am trying to do my part to help them, but if they want to be difficult, I don’t mind fallowing suit.
By E. J. Strange5 years ago in Wheel
How to Encourage Younger Generations to Get into a Career in HGV
Driver numbers in statistics A specialist within the commercial transport industry; Emma Tyrer, Head of Operations and Finance at Fleet Ex said, “The pandemic has made it difficult to get statistics from the last few years. In 2018, however, the logistics sector added about 200K jobs. Only some of these were for driving positions. Even so, HGV drivers were listed as one of the top three shortage occupations in the logistics sector.”
By Andrea Easton5 years ago in Wheel
The Cars that Could Become Future Classics
Besides being a necessity to help us go about our days, many of us have a genuine passion for all things motoring. Whether this was instilled in us as a child with posters of our favourite supercar hanging on our bedroom wall or we’ve had a promotion and want to upgrade to a brand new Bentley Continental GT, some cars are a fantastic investment.
By Alicia Walker5 years ago in Wheel
Used Car Prices Increase Up To 30 Percent
Every year, automakers launch their brand new vehicle offerings. People get excited whenever they introduce new models or concepts. But now we are in these trying times and the auto industry has been impacted by the pandemic. In effect, the record sales for brand new vehicles slumped.
By Jen Demkin5 years ago in Wheel
How One Automotive Repair Shop Revolutionized Regular Vehicle Maintenance with Subscription-Based Oil Changes
Owning a vehicle means that you will eventually need to change the oil. Regular oil changes are crucial to maintaining the full functionality of your car or truck. Most vehicles, as they age, should also be monitored for deterioration of various components, such as gaskets, hoses, and belts. Over time, even the mechanical systems in a vehicle may need to be repaired or replaced. An annual inspection to look for small issues can help prevent catastrophic failure, and potentially save hundreds to thousands of dollars in repairs. Maintenance of vehicle components that require cleaning, changing, or any other form of upkeep is critical to extending the life of your car or truck. Most vehicles should receive an annual tune-up to mitigate potential risks, such as poor air-to-fuel ratio when the air filter is dirty, or cleaning or replacing spark plugs as needed. All of these services can add up to be very costly on an annual basis, particularly in combination with high gas prices and auto insurance premiums. The owners of Mike’s Auto Repair wanted to provide these services at an accessible rate, rather than the standard, high up-front cost, and this notion was the basis for the development of an oil change subscription service.
By K. Miller5 years ago in Wheel