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1 week ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
Automakers must invest in technology that ensures the quality of components and prevents risky malfunctions. Luckily, new visual AI tools are set to take automotive safety to a whole new level.
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1 week ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
TROY, MI – May 6, 2025 – MOTOR Information Systems, a Hearst company and leading provider of automotive data solutions, is proud to announce that Paul Moszak, Vice President & Heavy-Duty Evangelist, will be a featured speaker at Diesel Connect 2025, an industry-leading event organized by Fullbay. Moszak’s session, “Driving Revenue: Maximizing Shop Profitability with MOTOR Labor and Parts Data,” will take place on May 22, 2025, at 9:30 AM.
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2 weeks ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
Ride height isn’t just a technicality—it’s the foundation for proper alignment and ADAS functionality. Misalignments caused by overlooked ride height can lead to sensor calibration errors, tire wear and handling issues. Get new technology right with precise, old-school measurements.
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2 weeks ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
Diagnosing lean codes P0171 and P0174 on a 2017 Ford Edge? From vacuum leaks to ethanol testing, pinpoint the issue with these expert strategies. By Roy Dennis Ripple, MOTOR Contributing Writer May 1, 2025 The Challenge: We are diagnosing a 2017 Ford Edge with 96,331 miles and a 2.7L EcoBoost engine.
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2 weeks ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
Nearly 95 percent of vehicle owners say watching a short video boosts their comfort with service recommendations. It’s no longer a “nice-to-have”—video is becoming a must-have tool in the service advisor’s toolbox. Video builds more than just awareness. It builds trust. When AutoNetTV surveyed vehicle owners across the United States in its 2020-2021 Automotive Service Report, the message came through loud and clear: Communication builds loyalty.
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2 weeks ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
Mack Trucks has always been an automotive pioneer. The brand was established 125 years ago in Brooklyn, New York. And in the years that followed, Mack created the template for the modern truck as much as any other OEM. Mack’s new Class 8 Pioneer model was designed from the ground up for long-haul operations. And so, it was no coincidence that Mack launched its new Class 8 long-haul tractor in Brooklyn—close to the original manufacturing facility established by the Mack Brothers in 1900.
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2 weeks ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
With customized business intelligence and AI solutions, OEMs can empower service professionals with measurable indicators and help dealers enhance customer service.
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2 weeks ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
Audra Fortin (third from the right) and her team at Great Bear Auto Centers. The first time Great Bear Auto Centers faced uncertain economic times during the 2008 recession, owner Audra Fordin turned to women’s buying power. She knew women feared talking to a mechanic more than a dentist’s drill. With that in mind, she started Women Auto Know and hosted workshops for female drivers to become more comfortable with their cars.
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3 weeks ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
With the first quarter of 2025 behind us, MOTOR celebrates our employees’ many community service efforts. Guided by our dedication to Community Impact, Building Relationships and Elevating the MOTOR/Hearst Brand, these key goals for 2025 reflect our shared belief that a thriving community is essential for a thriving organization. Our employees have shown the power of teamwork and compassion, making a difference in the lives of many.
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3 weeks ago | 
motor.com | Kevin Mallock
TROY, MI – April 21, 2025 – MOTOR Information Systems, a Hearst company and leading provider of automotive data solutions, is proud to announce its participation in this year’s Auto Care Connect 2025, exhibiting at booth 217. Taking place May 12–15 at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, this is the largest learning and networking event for the auto care industry.
