An emissions inspection is a part of the process, that is unless you have a motorcycle, your vehicle is less than two model years old, more than 25 model years old diesel-powered (there are some exceptions here), electric-powered, have historical plates or is subject to the heavy vehicle ...
A key benefit to every manufacturer-backed Certified Pre-Owned vehicle is that the vehicles have been thoroughly examined, and any issues addressed, as part of a multipoint inspection. It’s a constant for CPO cars and trucks sold by franchised dealers in the United States. The purpos...
If you're looking to purchase a used vehicle, then a pre-purchase inspection (PPI) and vehicle history report are the two most valuable tools you have in your toolbox. Both are important ways to make sure you know just how "clean" the vehicle you're interested in really is. The former...
Emissions testing regulations can vary greatly between states. Your local DMV is a good place to find out what emissions standards your car needs to meet for your home state. Transmission Vehicle inspections may include a checkup of the transmission system. This is often done via a simple drive...
These regulations will vary depending on the type of vehicle you operate, and whether you transport passengers or hazardous materials. States can differ in intrastate carrier regulations and registration fees, so it’s important to make sure motor carriers comply with both Federal and State regulation...
These insights are then used to prioritize tasks, extend vehicle lifespan, improve safety outcomes, and even prevent compliance violations during inspections. Additionally, AI predictive maintenance can help optimize systems like engine cooling, suspension, and aerodynamics, resulting in significant fuel ...
Because of the essential role the battery plays in your vehicle’s starting and charging system, it must operate optimally. As car battery corrosion builds up, it can interfere with battery performance. So, let’s learn about car battery corrosion and how you can remove it safely....
Brake Safety Week roadside inspectors regularly conduct North American Standard Inspections, which cover a range of driver qualifications, documentation, and vehicle equipment conditions. Where brake systems in particular are concerned, they’ll be checking for: Loose or missing parts Air or hydraulic fl...
Your vehicle depends on these components to kickstart the combustion process. Where Are Spark Plugs Located? Spark plugs are generally located at the top of the cylinder head(s) in your engine. Each cylinder should have at least one spark plug. What Do Spark Plugs Do? As the name ...
Based on the vehicle’s license plate State/Province, and the location of the device, the following changes have been made to the Canadian DVIR workflow: Added three new fields to the DVIR: Hubometer (for trailer inspection only), Height of load and Width of load....