California, Stellantis strikes vehicle emissions deal Zainal Abidin, 29/12/2025 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
What’s behind the rapid increase in car insurance rates Zainal Abidin, 28/12/2025 (CNN) – A lot has changed since Gerald Ford was president and Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak founded Apple. But here’s something that hasn’t changed much: the pace at which car insurance rates are rising.Car insurance rates were up almost 21% for the 12 months ended in February, according to new Consumer Price Index data released Tuesday. The last time car insurance rates rose that much on an annual basis was in 1976, not counting January, which saw the same annual rate increases.The rise in car insurance rates alone contributed half a percentage point to the overall 3.2% inflation rate last month. It represents one of many obstacles standing in the way of the Federal Reserve’s 2% inflation goal and continues to be a pain point for Americans struggling with some of the highest prices in decades.A confluence of factors is behind the trend.Rising car repair costs The cost to repair a car is up 6.7% for the year, according to CPI data. That’s a much slower rate compared to recent years. But it’s still much more expensive compared to before the pandemic, said Tim Zawacki, principal research analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence.Contributing to… Continue Reading
Euro Car Parts charts significant online shift due to real-time tracking Zainal Abidin, 27/12/2025 Euro Car Parts has reported a 40 per cent increase in its online sales in the last 12 months, as more garages switch to ordering parts digitally.The automotive parts supplier hit a quarter of a million online orders in August alone – delivered through its Omnipart website and through integration with garage management systems (GMS) including Carsys, MAM’s Autowork Online, GarageHive and Techman.The growth in online sales can partly be attributed to real-time order tracking, which enables garages to track their order from the moment it is placed until delivered, helping technicians to use their time efficiently.Other benefits of ordering through Omnipart include Haynes Pro integration, which gives technicians access to installation guides and timings, as well as a Service Kit Builder – a simple way to identify all of a vehicle’s service parts in one click.To encourage more garages to embrace digitalisation and realize its benefits, LKQ Euro Car Parts offers priority fulfillment and can deliver 85% of orders within an hour to most of the UK and Ireland.Kevan Wooden, chief commercial officer at LKQ Euro Car Parts, said: “We’ve made major investments in our online ordering process to create fantastic market-leading, last-mile expedition.… Continue Reading
BMW as the Ultimate Prop for Lifestyle & Fashion Photoshoots Zainal Abidin, 27/12/202527/12/2025 A great photoshoot is not only about the outfit or the location. It is also about the small details that set the mood. One powerful detail is the vehicle in the shot. For lifestyle and fashion shoots, a BMW can be the perfect prop because it adds style and a luxury feel without taking attention away from the main subject.Why a BMW Fits Many Photoshoot StylesBMW cars have a clean, modern look that works with many themes. The design feels sharp and polished, which can make photos look more high-end. Whether your shoot is street-style, luxury lifestyle, or modern editorial, a BMW can match the vibe. It can also help tell a story, like arriving at a hotel, stepping out for dinner, or heading to a special event.How BMW Looks on CameraA BMW often photographs very well. The body lines, the shape of the headlights, and the smooth finish can look strong in photos. The car adds bold angles and reflections that can make simple poses feel more dynamic. It also creates natural framing. A model leaning on the hood, sitting in the seat, or walking beside the car can make the shot feel balanced and … Continue Reading
The Benefits of Teaching Time Management Skills Zainal Abidin, 26/12/2025 The Most Recent News, Headlines, And Business Tales For December 23Dr. AM Racila, a PhD-trained anthropologist, is concentrated on reproductive well being research, as properly as the well being and well being care needs of sexual and gender minorities. He just lately presented on the methodological concerns of assessing sexual and gender minorities in health surveys at a nationwide convention. The goalkeeper got here Career News via the ranks at Athletic Bilbao while Andoni Iraola was captaining the Basque aspect. Their career paths did not see them play in the identical staff but they did train together and their connection was a key component to one of many window’s most eye-catching offers being accomplished.India’s logistics sector experienced vital expansion because of digitalisation, infrastructure enhancements, and technological progress. Demand rose for mid-career professionals, including transport and provide chain managers. Non-technical roles offered salaries beginning at Rs 30 lakh yearly. Essential skills included tech proficiency and delicate skills, with certifications in logistics fields boosting career alternatives. Ever wished to know what it?s actually like working for a selected company?More From JobsSecondly, answers in Press Conferences and replies to gamers in 1-on-1 conversations impression players? morale as properly. Having … Continue Reading
Fierce rivals Honda and Nissan join forces to take on Chinese car makers Zainal Abidin, 25/12/2025 Rival Japanese car makers Honda and Nissan have announced they will work together to develop electric vehicle (EV) technology and auto intelligence – two sectors where Japan’s automakers have fallen behind.The partnership could help the two manufacturers develop economies of scale in producing EVs, as automakers face heavy competition from firms such as Elon Musk’s Tesla and Chinese manufacturer BYD.The announcement by the two arch-rival firms has been described by experts as an attempt to catch up with EV competitors, particularly from China, after years of Japanese car companies focusing on hybrid vehicles. The two companies have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding.(Kyodo News via AP)Why are Honda and Nissan working together?Nissan was an early pioneer in electric vehicles, with its all-electric Leaf model released in 2010.But it has… Continue Reading
Import cars offer discounts in Korea to boost demand Zainal Abidin, 24/12/2025 이미지확대Audi e-tron SImport carmakers in South Korea are rolling out unusual offers early in the year, with hopes to boost demand in the slowing market.According to Getcha, an online car sale platform, on Monday, more than half of imported car models were offering discounts of 10 percent or more.Among the 898 models offered by 17 major import carmakers, including BMW Group, Mercedes-Benz AG, and Audi AG Co., 461 models are being sold at discounts of 10 percent or more.The figure is a 14-percentage-point increase compared to the same period last year when 37.3 percent of car models were sold with discounts higher than 10 percent.Offers are made particularly in the electric vehicle (EV) segment.Eight out of the 14 models offering discounts of over 20 percent are EV models.For example, the Audi e-tron S is being offered at a 23.5 percent discounted price, while the Mercedes-Benz EQS 350+ and BMW i5 eDrive 40 are being sold at discounts of 20.3 percent and 16.5 percent, respectively.The Ministry of Environment has revised the national subsidy system for EV purchases this year, fully supporting subsidies only for EVs priced at 55 million won ($41,200) or… Continue Reading
California signs deal with Stellantis to uphold vehicle emissions rules Zainal Abidin, 23/12/2025 California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) announced on Tuesday that top automaker Stellantis has agreed to abide by the Golden State’s strict emissions rules, regardless of decisions made by a future federal administration.Through this partnership, Stellantis — the parent corporation for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and others — has pledged to comply with California’s zero-emissions light-duty vehicle sales requirements through 2030 and make significant investments in charging infrastructure.The automotive giant has agreed to abide by the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) light-duty vehicle sales mandates “even if CARB is unable to enforce its standards as a result of judicial or federal action,” a statement from the agency said.In other words, if a potential Trump administration were to decide to repeal CARB’s emissions rules, Stellantis would continue to maintain these standards nonetheless.“The biggest and most influential companies in the world understand that this is how we can fight climate change together,” Newsom said in a Tuesday statement.“It’s another example of the private sector joining California to help millions of people get clean vehicles,” the governor added.In entering the deal with the State of California, Stellantis joined four other automakers — Ford, Honda, BMW of North America… Continue Reading
Used Retail Vehicle Sales Accelerate in February Zainal Abidin, 22/12/2025 According to vAuto Live Market View data estimates, retail used-vehicle sales in February increased from January and were up by 13.5% month over month. A total of 1.49 million used vehicles were sold at retail – from both franchised and independent dealers – during February, up 10.7% year over year and the highest volume since March 2023. Spring fever and tax refund season boosted used retail sales through the month of February and dropped days’ supply to 44 at the beginning of March, down from a revised 53 at the beginning of February. Monthly Used-Vehicle Retail Sales Volume“Historically used retail sales peak in March or April of a given year as tax refunds inject money into the economy,” said Jeremy Robb, senior director of Economic and Industry Insights at Cox Automotive. “As the average tax refund is up 6% so far in 2024, consumers have been driven to the used retail market earlier in the year, leading to stronger used-vehicles sales in February than we have seen the last couple of years.”The retail used-vehicle sales estimates are based on observed unit changes tracked by vAuto, a Cox Automotive company specializing in inventory management. Retail used-vehicle sales this year,… Continue Reading
Auto Insurance Costs Climb Due to EVs, ADAS, and Advanced Materials Zainal Abidin, 21/12/2025 Join us…Headlines are screaming about auto insurance increases this year. For example, CNBC reports that auto insurance costs rise by 26% on average in 2024. While inflation is playing a major role, there are many other factors at work that are causing increases in costs on the auto insurance and repair side of the business.Opus IVS is a company that helps shops repair complex vehicles. Its areas of expertise include advanced automotive technology such as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), driver autonomy systems, electric vehicles, telematics, and flash programming. We communicated with Opus IVS CEO Brian Herron, and asked what he felt was the leading cost driver for increases in automotive repair. “ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) is the driver of the increased repair costs,” said Mr. Herron.Examples of ADAS include Tesla Full Self Driving (FSD), Tesla Autopilot, GM Super Cruise, and Ford’s BlueCruise.While our initial inquiry to Mr. Herron was along the line of how EVs may be driving costs increase in vehicle repairability, he sees the issue in a different light. He told us that “ADAS is more of an ‘end of the world’ issue right now because 100% of vehicles or nearly 100%… Continue Reading