The Hidden Crisis Every Mazda Owner Must Know: Why Finding Quality Parts Could Save Your Investment Zainal Abidin, 26/06/202526/06/2025 The intricate world of Mazda spare parts has become a labyrinth that even seasoned automotive enthusiasts struggle to navigate, revealing a complex ecosystem where quality, authenticity, and value intersect in ways that directly impact every vehicle owner’s wallet and safety. Behind the polished showrooms and gleaming advertisements lies a reality that demands careful investigation: not all parts are created equal, and the consequences of poor choices extend far beyond immediate costs.The Anatomy of a Modern Mazda ChallengeMazda vehicles, renowned for their precision engineering and innovative design philosophy, present unique maintenance requirements that distinguish them from mass-market alternatives. The company’s commitment to lightweight construction, efficient powertrains, and distinctive styling creates specific demands for replacement components that must meet exacting standards.Recent analysis reveals that Mazda owners face particular challenges when sourcing quality components. The brand’s relatively smaller market share compared to mainstream manufacturers can complicate parts availability, whilst the sophisticated technology integrated into modern Mazda vehicles requires components that maintain precise specifications.Decoding the Authentication PuzzleThe counterfeit parts market represents a growing threat that affects all automotive brands, but Mazda owners face specific vulnerabilities. Investigators have documented cases where substandard components, masquerading as genuine parts, have caused significant … Continue Reading
Smart Cars, Smarter Cities: How Tech is Reshaping Urban Mobility Zainal Abidin, 19/06/202520/06/2025 AP Entertainment Wire Get AP’s first personalised newsletter delivering you entertainment news twice a week. This 2025 Toyota Camry overview includes a have a glance at the powertrain, trim ranges, security features, and starting MSRP. The 2026 Hyundai Palisade will provide an elective hybrid powertrain, seating for as much as eight, and an array of driver-assist options. The 2026 Infiniti QX60 arrives with refreshed styling elements, a robust turbo engine, up to date digicam applied sciences, and an all-new Sport trim. Yoshihiko Noda, who heads the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, said on Thursday that he requested Ishiba what was preventing the 2 sides from discovering common floor within the talks that have continued for around two months. No fewer than 25 automobiles driven by the late world champion shall be on show at the famous British track.BYD boasts 38.7% YoY leap in Jan.-May 2025 automobile salesFor the first five months of the 12 months, BYD offered a complete of 1,763,369 autos; in May, BYD reported sales of 382,476 new vehicles. Addressing spare components points, MV Agusta is coming into an settlement with a leading world logistics associate to handle its spare components supply chain, guaranteeing spare parts supply … Continue Reading
Audi stays the course on EVs despite market slowdown Zainal Abidin, 12/09/2024 Audi CEO Gernot Döllner said the VW Group premium brand was committed to going fully electric starting in 2033 despite a market slowdown, as it launched two key EVs this year, the Q6 E-tron SUV and the A6 sedan, a sibling model.The last new Audi internal-combustion engine models will be launched in 2026, Döllner said Tuesday at the automaker’s annual news conference in Ingolstadt, Germany. Those models will be built on the new Premium Platform Combusion, or PPC, architecture, which will debut this year on the next-generation A5 and Q5. The A5 and Q5 will also benefit from a new electric/electronic architecture, Döllner said.The Q6 E-tron is the first model on the Porsche/Audi Premium Platform Electric, or PPE, architecture, which it shares with the Porsche Macan. It will arrive at dealerships in the second half after a delay of over two years partly due to software issues.“Our vision is quite clear. We’re fully committed to electric mobility,” Döllner said, adding that a combination of full-electric, ICE and plug-in hybrid models would be available in all regions for the 10 years, with an EV-only lineup expected around 2033. “But if there are waves or fluctuations in the transition… Continue Reading
Ford shifts from 3-row EVS to smaller, affordable models Zainal Abidin, 09/09/2024 Ford shifts from 3-row EVS to smaller, affordable models | Automotive NewsSkip to main contentNEWSOPINIONDATA CENTERVIDEOSEVENTS & AWARDSJOBSResource Center +MOREAdvertiseLeading Women NetworkPodcastsWebinarsIn the Driver’s SeatPublishing PartnersAPCO HOLDINGS: Strategies for handling new F&I dynamicsAPCO Holdings: Connected cars create new challenges and opportunities in F&IAPCO Holdings: The Wild Ride into the Future of F&IAllstate: Compliance standards are changing. Here’s what you need to know.Allstate: The ABCs of maximum F&I effectivenessAlly All Ears Podcast Episodes | The next evolution in virtual F&IAlly All Ears Podcast | How F&I is driving dealership profitsAlly All Ears Podcast | building customer loyalty during challenging timesAlly All Ears Podcast | reducing friction in the purchasing processAlly All Ears podcast: Tips for maintaining sales and F&I momentum in a higher-interest rate environmentAlly and APCO: Adjusting to the changing F&I landscapeAlly: All Ears Podcast : EVs & the service department of The futureAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealership and inventory against weather-related eventsAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealerships against cyber-attacksAlly: All Ears Podcast | AI and its impact… Continue Reading
Why Tesla is no longer a luxury car brand Zainal Abidin, 05/09/2024 Why Tesla is no longer a luxury car brand | Automotive NewsSkip to main contentNEWSOPINIONDATA CENTERVIDEOSEVENTS & AWARDSJOBSResource Center +MOREAdvertiseLeading Women NetworkPodcastsWebinarsIn the Driver’s SeatPublishing PartnersAPCO HOLDINGS: Strategies for handling new F&I dynamicsAPCO Holdings: Connected cars create new challenges and opportunities in F&IAPCO Holdings: The Wild Ride into the Future of F&IAllstate: Compliance standards are changing. Here’s what you need to know.Allstate: The ABCs of maximum F&I effectivenessAlly All Ears Podcast Episodes | The next evolution in virtual F&IAlly All Ears Podcast | How F&I is driving dealership profitsAlly All Ears Podcast | building customer loyalty during challenging timesAlly All Ears Podcast | reducing friction in the purchasing processAlly All Ears podcast: Tips for maintaining sales and F&I momentum in a higher-interest rate environmentAlly and APCO: Adjusting to the changing F&I landscapeAlly: All Ears Podcast : EVs & the service department of The futureAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealership and inventory against weather-related eventsAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealerships against cyber-attacksAlly: All Ears Podcast | AI and its impact… Continue Reading
How Volvo got customers to accept Ferrari-like wait times Zainal Abidin, 05/09/2024 “When I started at Volvo it was written in stone that if you ordered a car in three months you got your car,” Zurhausen, who is head of online business at Volvo Germany, told Automotive News Europe.Today, a customer often has to wait longer than 90 days.For example, because of software issues it will take almost two years for some customers of the EX90 flagship electric large SUV to take delivery. The wait time is up to four months on the new EX30 electric small SUV, according to Volvo Germany’s website.The EX30 was also delayed for a short time at the start of the year.“It is an achievement that the brand has developed to the point where people are willing to wait that long for a Volvo,” Zurhause said. “We’re not a Ferrari.”When asked why Volvo has been able to keep customers from switching to rival automakers, Zurhausen said: “We have the right products at the right time.”The executive, whose Volvo sales career has included providing cars to US military installations around the world and looking after large fleet customers such as Microsoft and IBM, said the automaker’s business in Germany — its fourth-largest… Continue Reading
Is Rivian Stock A Buy Or A Sell After Unveiling The R2 And R3 Product Line? Zainal Abidin, 02/09/2024 Rivian Automotive (RIVN) is looking to challenge Tesla (TSLA), Ford (F) and General Motors (GM) with its adventure-styled electric vehicles. RIVN shares surged 40% in December 2023 but have come back to earth to begin 2024, falling more than 50%. X Rivian stock was handed a price hike on March 15 after shares jumped nearly 13% on positive sentiment around the EV startup’s R2 and R3 vehicle reveal event. However, questions remain whether the company can bring its new product line to market without help amid waning EV demand.UBS raised its price target on Rivian stock to 9, up from its previous 8. However, UBS maintained a sell rating on the shares. The firm noted that after the company’s March 7 product launch the “narrative around Rivian has changed.”UBS added that revealing new products diverts attention from weaker demand for the older R1 vehicle line and that Rivian’s decision to pause construction on its new Georgia plant extends its cash runway. However, the firm still believes Rivian needs additional capital to bring these products to market.Before its product launch, Jefferies Group initiated coverage of Rivian stock with a buy rating and 16 price target.The Rivian Reveal… Continue Reading
Jim Press’ perspective on Toyota’s electrification strategy Zainal Abidin, 28/08/2024 Jim Press’ perspective on Toyota’s electrification strategy | Automotive NewsSkip to main contentNEWSOPINIONDATA CENTERVIDEOSEVENTS & AWARDSJOBSResource Center +MOREAdvertiseLeading Women NetworkPodcastsWebinarsIn the Driver’s SeatPublishing PartnersAPCO HOLDINGS: Strategies for handling new F&I dynamicsAPCO Holdings: Connected cars create new challenges and opportunities in F&IAPCO Holdings: The Wild Ride into the Future of F&IAllstate: Compliance standards are changing. Here’s what you need to know.Allstate: The ABCs of maximum F&I effectivenessAlly All Ears Podcast Episodes | The next evolution in virtual F&IAlly All Ears Podcast | How F&I is driving dealership profitsAlly All Ears Podcast | building customer loyalty during challenging timesAlly All Ears Podcast | reducing friction in the purchasing processAlly All Ears podcast: Tips for maintaining sales and F&I momentum in a higher-interest rate environmentAlly and APCO: Adjusting to the changing F&I landscapeAlly: All Ears Podcast : EVs & the service department of The futureAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealership and inventory against weather-related eventsAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealerships against cyber-attacksAlly: All Ears Podcast | AI and its impact on auto… Continue Reading
California, Stellantis strikes vehicle emissions deal Zainal Abidin, 21/08/2024 California, Stellantis strike vehicle emissions deal | Automotive NewsSkip to main contentNEWSOPINIONDATA CENTERVIDEOSEVENTS & AWARDSJOBSResource Center +MOREAdvertiseLeading Women NetworkPodcastsWebinarsIn the Driver’s SeatPublishing PartnersAPCO HOLDINGS: Strategies for handling new F&I dynamicsAPCO Holdings: Connected cars create new challenges and opportunities in F&IAPCO Holdings: The Wild Ride into the Future of F&IAllstate: Compliance standards are changing. Here’s what you need to know.Allstate: The ABCs of maximum F&I effectivenessAlly All Ears Podcast Episodes | The next evolution in virtual F&IAlly All Ears Podcast | How F&I is driving dealership profitsAlly All Ears Podcast | building customer loyalty during challenging timesAlly All Ears Podcast | reducing friction in the purchasing processAlly All Ears podcast: Tips for maintaining sales and F&I momentum in a higher-interest rate environmentAlly and APCO: Adjusting to the changing F&I landscapeAlly: All Ears Podcast : EVs & the service department of The futureAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealership and inventory against weather-related eventsAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealerships against cyber-attacksAlly: All Ears Podcast | AI and its impact on auto retail… Continue Reading
Study: Dealerships’ responses to online inquiries improving Zainal Abidin, 30/07/2024 Study: Dealerships’ responses to online inquiries improving | Automotive NewsSkip to main contentNEWSOPINIONDATA CENTERVIDEOSEVENTS & AWARDSJOBSResource Center +MOREAdvertiseLeading Women NetworkPodcastsWebinarsIn the Driver’s SeatPublishing PartnersAPCO HOLDINGS: Strategies for handling new F&I dynamicsAPCO Holdings: Connected cars create new challenges and opportunities in F&IAPCO Holdings: The Wild Ride into the Future of F&IAllstate: Compliance standards are changing. Here’s what you need to know.Allstate: The ABCs of maximum F&I effectivenessAlly All Ears Podcast Episodes | The next evolution in virtual F&IAlly All Ears Podcast | How F&I is driving dealership profitsAlly All Ears Podcast | building customer loyalty during challenging timesAlly All Ears Podcast | reducing friction in the purchasing processAlly All Ears podcast: Tips for maintaining sales and F&I momentum in a higher-interest rate environmentAlly and APCO: Adjusting to the changing F&I landscapeAlly: All Ears Podcast : EVs & the service department of The futureAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealership and inventory against weather-related eventsAlly: All Ears Podcast Protecting your dealerships against cyber-attacksAlly: All Ears Podcast | AI and its impact on auto… Continue Reading