Wed.Nov 01, 2023

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Video Shows Tesla Cybertruck Appearing To Struggle With Some Light Off-Roading

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If you believe Tesla, it’s really super duper close to being ready to begin production of the Cybertruck. Assuming the company actually manages to start building Cybertrucks before the end of the year, it sounds like the only version it will be making is a $100,000 version that has some people canceling their… Read more.

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The Loyalty Lane: Crafting Customer Retention in Auto Dealerships

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In the bustling automotive market, the road to success isn’t just about making a sale; it’s about nurturing relationships that last a lifetime. That’s where auto dealership customer retention programs shine, ensuring the journey with your valued customers goes the extra mile.

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Las Vegas Cabs Will Get To Add A Special 'European Surcharge' Ahead Of Formula 1 Grand Prix

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The news ahead of Formula 1's inaugural Grand Prix on the Las Vegas Strip has not been great since the event was announced, but the attempt to capitalize on the event has only increased: This week, the Taxicab Authority Board decided that all event fares will include a $15 surcharge , allegedly to compensate for the… Read more.

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Basic CRM Platforms Don’t Cut It In An Integrated World

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Basic CRM platforms don’t cut it in an integrated world Questions to Contemplate as the Automotive Industry Moves into a New Era How can a dealership differentiate itself from the rest of the competition? In the current emerging automotive landscape, dealership software requires more strategic vision and data-driven decision-making than building a standalone product.

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Jaguar Land Rover Is Using Old Parts To Fix 10,000 Cars Awaiting Repairs

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British automaker Jaguar Land Rover has come under fire after the owner of a Range Rover Evoque accused the company of fixing her swanky SUV with used parts. The company has reportedly struggled to source enough new components to clear its backlog of 10,000 cars awaiting repairs, so has instead turned to used… Read more.

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Vinfast Wants To Sell The Cheapest EV In America At Under $20,000

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Vinfast is considering adding a small EV to its lineup in the U.S., which could cost under $20,000. The Vietnamese automaker is struggling to gain a foothold in the U.S. with models like the Vinfast VF8 , but the upcoming VF3 could be sold in America to appeal to those looking for an affordable EV, according to Automoti… Read more.

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Ram Confirms Plans To Sell Midsize Truck To Rival The Tacoma And Ranger

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As part of the United Auto Workers union’s tentative deal with Stellantis , the automaker formerly known as Fiat-Chrysler agreed to reopen its factory in Belvidere, Illinois, The Drive reports. Stellantis then officially confirmed plans to use that factory to build a midsize pickup truck. Yes, you read that correctly,… Read more.

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These Are All The Automakers Who Will Be Using Tesla's Charging Network

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One of the biggest hurdles to widespread EV adoption in the United States is a lack of a capable charging network that any automaker can use. Where you can fill up your gas-powered car at just about any gas station, the EV charging world is littered with multiple charge point options that limit the kind of chargers… Read more.

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Toyota Gives Non-Union Factory Workers Raises Following Union Victory

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Following the United Auto Workers union’s victory against the Big Three , Toyota has given raises to its factory workers even though they are not unionized, Axios reports. In a statement, Chris Reynolds, executive vice president of corporate resources for Toyota Motor North America, told the publication, “We value our… Read more.

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The Cybertruck's Bulletproofing Is Garbage, Actually

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Since day one , Elon Musk has touted the Tesla Cybertruck’s bulletproofing. That bulletproofing, however, has always proven to be kind of b t. Now, both on Joe Rogan’s podcast and the site formerly known as Twitter , Musk is fessing up. The Cybertruck, he claims, is bulletproof — just against vanishingly few… Read more.

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What Old Car Is Most Overvalued?

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If you’re trying to buy a cheap, old Toyota Tacoma , then good luck. These trucks are famous for holding onto their value better than most trucks of their time, if not better than most contemporary cars, period. Some would say these Tacomas are overpriced thanks to an enthusiastic market that overestimates their worth.… Read more.

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Cops: You Don't Have To Stop If The Booty Patrol Truck Tries To Pull You Over

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The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office has a very important message for Florida residents — if you see a white Chevrolet Silverado with “Booty Patrol” on the fenders and a parody Border Patrol logo on the doors, the owner is not an actual law enforcement officer, and he cannot legally pull you over. The Sheriff’s Office… Read more.

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It Takes 24 People To Pull Off A Two Second F1 Pit Stop

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People watch Formula 1 for all sorts of reasons ; maybe it’s the on-track action, the off-track drama or the mind-bending technology on display in each race car. For some, it could even be the synchronized beauty that is the sub-three second pit stops that every team carries out each race. If that’s the kind of thing… Read more.

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These Are The Local Cars That Drive You Nuts

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Every hero has their villain. Batman has the Joker, Luke Skywalker has the Emperor, and polite society has the Nissan Altima. But if the Altima is our roads’ overarching enemy, spanning coast to coast, then each local pocket of drivers must have their own heels with which to contend. Earlier this week, we asked you… Read more.

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The Honda Motocompacto Is As Fun As It Is Cute

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On a chilly, gray fall day at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan, myself and several other local journalists became the first to take a hands on look at Honda’s briefcase-sized answer to that last little bit of any adventure; the all-electric Motocompacto. Read more.

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'There Was A Loud Bang Explosion': 71 Disney World Guests Evacuated From Monorail With Flat Tire

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Guests onboard a Walt Disney World monorail were evacuated on October 31 after a flat tire on the train caused it to stall on the tracks. In total, 71 passengers onboard the monorail were removed by the Reedy Creek Fire Department and Orange County Fire Rescue, and the process took about an hour and 20 minutes,… Read more.

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At $25,000, Is This 1957 Dodge Sierra A Classic Contender?

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Today’s Nice Price or No Dice Dodge Sierra comes from an era when Chrysler was financially on the ropes. The car’s classy style and heavy-hitter V8 make it a good thing the company survived. Let’s see if this wagon’s price makes it a financially sound investment. Read more.

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Fireworks Truck Crash Produces Fiery Light Show

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A tractor-trailer on the Trans-Canada Highway collided with a pickup truck towing its own trailer stuffed with fireworks last week. The crash caused the fireworks to start going off. Onlookers saw a spectacular display of colorful explosions as the pickup went out in a blaze of glory. Read more.

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Elon Musk Tells Joe Rogan That People Were Killed By Covid Ventilators And Also He Wants To Make 200,000 Cybertrucks Per Year

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has once again gone on dude-bro legend Joe Rogan’s podcast to drink whisky, spout outlandish conspiracy theories about the world around him and lie about the definitely-upcoming Cybertruck. Read more.

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Robert De Niro Swears He Only Ubered A Martini From Nobu ‘One Time’

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Actor Robert De Niro is in court this week facing trial as he counter sues an ex-staffer over improper use of company funds. The civil case centers around former executive assistant Graham Chase Robinson’s use of company cards, but revealed that De Niro himself used the company Uber account for his own sophisticated… Read more.

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For Akio Toyoda, The Business of Making Cars Has Always Been Personal

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Akio Toyoda’s departure from the role of president and CEO of the world’s biggest auto maker is relatively recent. We’ll have to wait for history to judge Akio’s 13-year tenure as Toyota’s chief executive, but, by most accounts, Akio’s leadership was exactly what Toyota needed to overcome the challenges it faced in… Read more.

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'Kia Boys' Theft Crisis Could Have Been Prevented By A Law Canada Passed Years Ago

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After a TikTok trend taught teens how to easily break into and steal a car built by Hyundai or Kia between 2011 and 2021, auto thefts have skyrocketed here in the United States — but you might have noticed that our neighbors up in Canada, who have very similar cars, aren’t being swept up in the Kia Boys plague. Why?… Read more.

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What The Hell Is Going On At Austin's Airport?

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An airport employee was struck and killed by a fuel truck at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport yesterday morning. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has opened an investigation into the fatal incident. This is the second time that a worker has been killed on the tarmac at the Texas state… Read more.

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Tesla Wins Autopilot Fatality Court Case

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Good morning! It’s Wednesday, November 1, 2023, and this is The Morning Shift , your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. Read more.

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Armed Delta Co-Pilot Allegedly Threatened To Shoot Captain 'Multiple Times'

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A former Delta Air Lines co-pilot is facing federal charges for allegedly threatening to shoot a captain during a flight. The two pilots were arguing over potentially diverting the flight because of a “passenger medical event,” according to a U.S. Department of Transportation document. The lethal threat wasn’t empty… Read more.

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Bubba Wallace Heads For A Galaxy Far, Far Away From NASCAR's Playoffs

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Bubba Wallace ’s No. 23 Toyota Camry will be doing a special Star Wars paint scheme for the NASCAR Cup Series season finale this weekend at Phoenix Raceway. The livery is intended to promote 23XI Racing sponsor Columbia Sportswear’s upcoming Star Wars collection, but the design is far more than just a couple of logos… Read more.

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