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If you’re a fellow motor head, locking down tickets to the Philadelphia Auto Show should be on your immediate to-do list. At ATC, we make attending the Philly Auto Show an annual tradition for staying up-to-date on the latest industry developments. 2017’s show dates are just around […] Read More This entry was posted in Community on by ATC.

Never-before-seen concepts, redesigned models, and countless auto enthusiasts like yourself. If you’re a fellow motor head, locking down tickets to the Philadelphia Auto Show should be on your immediate to-do list. At ATC, we make attending the Philly Auto Show an annual tradition for staying up-to-date on the latest industry developments. 2017’s show dates are just around […]

If you own a car with GPS, you may have never really thought past putting in a destination and pressing go. That’s the brilliant part about just how convenient GPS navigation is. But our automotive-inquisitive staff and students are interested in finding out more, such as how can GPS pinpoint where your car is, access […]

As much as we may agree, disagree, or feel otherwise, self-driving cars are coming. How soon they’ll be here, though, is another issue entirely. One major step toward automated driving is already popping up on today’s modern rides: predictive collision systems that rely on radar technology. In the following post, ATC took a closer look at […] Auto Technician School News | Marine Service Technology Training News

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How often do you think about your car tires? This is a great time to think about tires since Memorial Day marks the beginning of the summer driving season. The key to remember is that tire maintenance and safety is a something you should think about all year long.

So let’s look at the RMA acronym PART – Pressure, Alignment, Rotation, Tread. Correct tire pressure is critical to tire wear and vehicle handling. Tire pressure is measured in pounds per square inch (PSI) or kilopascals (kPa). Improperly inflated tires can lead to tire failure. Look in your vehicle for the tire placard (usually on the driver’s side door or door post). Use a quality air gauge to check tire pressure at least once a month – and don’t forget about your spare. Note: Some cars no longer come equipped with a spare tire to save weight, manufacturer cost, and cargo space.

Proper wheel alignment optimizes vehicle handling, maximizes fuel economy, and minimizes tire wear. Have your vehicle’s alignment checked if you have any indication of the vehicle “pulling” in one direction, when specified in your owner’s manual, and when you purchase new tires.

Moving tires from one location to another is called tire rotation. The front tires tend to wear faster than the back since they absorb turning forces, carry the engine weight, and support the added weight that shifts forward when braking. Rotating tires improves tire life by evening out tire wear. After rotating tires, check tire pressure according to the tire placard on the vehicle. Follow your owner’s manual for tire rotation intervals (usually 5,000 to 8,000 miles) and recommended rotation patterns. Note: Some tires are directional, designed to roll in only one direction and should not be moved to the other side of the vehicle unless they are dismounted from the wheel, flipped, and remounted.

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There have been other vehicles, like the Datsun 510 and Toyota Celica, that helped cement the status of Japanese cars. But if David and Goliath was an allegory about Japanese car success, the stone that hit Goliath in the temple was the Z.

When it comes to collecting cars, the nostalgic Japanese market is an interesting niche to consider. The past five years or so have truly given us a glimpse at the potential of these great vehicles. Fifteen years ago, you could pick up a clean Datsun Z for less than they sold new. Nowadays, an early 240Z will bring over $10,000 in a moderate state of disrepair. Just as with the stock market, in the auto market there are some models you should buy before they rise, some that you should probably sell because they’ve peaked, and others that you want to hold onto because they are climbing in value.

We’ve all heard the stories of the people who sold a 1955 Chevrolet for peanuts and kick themselves every day for it. While there’s no crystal ball to tell you what cars will come into their own down the road, there are a few patterns to consider. The Datsun Z is becoming a collectible because not only was it an icon and a game changer in its day, but also because the people who now want to buy their first collector car remember growing up when the Z hit the showroom floor. It’s the type of car that gets comments at the gas station like, “I had one of those in high school, and it was so cool!”

The automobiles of the 1930s and ’40s were mysterious machines. They had evolved from clunky motorized carriages to comfortable, reliable forms of transportation. Yet they were still far removed from their full potential. Looking to the future for … [Continue reading] DIY Garage – the blog for Auto DIY’ers from Advance Auto Parts

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Your exhaust system, and namely the muffler, are crucial to your vehicle’s performance. Therefore, it’s important to have some understanding of the muffler’s basic function. Otherwise, you’re at a higher risk for muffler damage, and all of the repercussions that come along with that. A defective muffler can cause excessive noise pollution, a decrease in fuel efficiency, and lowered engine performance…. Continue reading

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