LibGuides: Automotive & Diesel Technology: Websites

About Websites

Remember that anyone can post anything at all on the Web, from outright lies to informed opinion to accurate, thoroughly researched information. Therefore you must always evaluate a website before you rely on it for your research or personal use.

The sites listed here have been collected and reviewed for quality by an STLCC faculty librarian. For help with evaluating websites and other information sources which you find on your own, visit ...

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Recommended Websites

ASE - The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence
ASE, is short for the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. Since 1972 our independent non-profit organization has worked to improve the quality of vehicle repair and service by testing and certifying automotive professionals. The STLCC Automotive program is accredited by the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Education Foundation (Previously referred to as NATEF) with a Master Automotive Service Technology designation.
Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers
The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers is a trade association composed of 9 car manufacturing companies including BMW Group, DaimlerChrysler, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Mazda, Mitsubishi Motors, Porsche, Toyota and Volkswagen. Alliance members account for more than 90% of vehicles sold in the U.S.
ASA on the Go, mobile app
Download mobile app, ASA on the Go
Auto Care Association
The Auto Care Association, formerly the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) consists of members, including independent manufacturers, marketers, repair shops, distributors and retailers in the auto care industry. The organization serves the interests of its members through promotion of technology, best practices, professional education and market intelligence.
AutoInc. The Official Magazine of the Automotive Service Association
Automotive Digest
Automotive Digest reviews the massive amount of printed and electronic material published every day for or about the automotive industry and its related market segments and industries in the U.S. and globally. The site is owned and operated by Automotive Information Network, Inc.
Automotive Service Association (ASA)
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) is the leading organization in the auto repair industry, helping transmission, collision and auto shop owners excel. Check the “Resources & Tools” area of ASA’s website.
Auto Week Magazine
Auto Week Magazine is a publication devoted to the automotive industry and motor sports. It is a service of Crain Communications, Inc.
Center for Automotive Research (CAR)
The Center for Automotive Research, a nonprofit organization, is focused on a wide variety of important trends and changes related to the automobile industry and society at the international, federal, state and local levels. CAR conducts industry research, develops new methodologies, forecasts industry trends, advises on public policy, and sponsors multi-stakeholder communication forums.
DieselNet
DieselNet is an online information service on diesel emissions, emission control, diesel engines, fuels and more. Ecopoint Inc. owns and publishes the site.
Diesel Technology Forum
The Diesel Technology Forum, which was created by companies in the diesel technology, fuel systems manufacturing and petroleum refining industries, aims to create a new dialogue and encourage the open exchange of information on a range of issues concerning diesel technologies.
Motor Trend Online
Motor Trend Online is an online magazine providing previews on cars, a buyer's guide and current information on the auto industry.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
NHTSA was established by the Highway Safety Act of 1970 and is dedicated to achieving the highest standards of excellence in motor vehicle and highway safety. It works daily to help prevent crashes and their attendant costs, both human and financial.
Recalls.gov
Recalls.gov is a one-stop website where six different U.S. government agencies post announcements about governmental recalls in consumer products, motor vehicles, boats, food, medicine, cosmetics and environmental products.
SaferCar.gov
Safercar.gov offers crash test and rollover ratings for all automobiles manufactured since 1990. It also provides tools for checking for automobile recalls, to look into ongoing investigations and to file vehicle complaints. Additionally, safety information regarding child safety seats, electronic stability control, tires, air bags, rollover prevention and hybrid FAQs can all be found on the site. Safecar.gov is operated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a part of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).
Transmission Rebuilders Network International (TRNI)
Transmission Rebuilders Network International (TRNI) is a worldwide network of over 1,000 transmission technicians, interacting on topics related to transmission repair.
Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA)
The Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA) is the voice of the engine manufacturing and on-highway medium- and heavy-duty truck industries on domestic and international public policy, as well as regulatory and technical issues.
TrueCar
TrueCar.com is a transparent, visual publisher of new car transaction data. TrueCar.com price reports help dealers and consumers to agree on the parameters of a fair deal by providing an accurate, comprehensive and simple understanding of what others actually paid for the identically equipped new car over the last 30 days both locally and nationally.

TED Talk

How a driverless car sees the road
Statistically, the least reliable part of the car is ... the driver. In 2015, Chris Urmson was head of Google's driverless car program, one of several efforts to remove humans from the driver's seat. He shares fascinating footage that shows how the car sees the road and makes autonomous decisions about what to do next.

YouTube

You may also be able to find useful videos on YouTube. For example, see the Automotive Technology and Diesel Technology videos linked below this paragraph. Videos may be posted by universities and professionals in the field, BUT caution is advised since there are a number of mediocre sites as well. NOTE: YouTube is a classic example of one of the strengths and weaknesses of the Internet, which is the fact that anyone can post videos. As such, the quality and scholarly acceptability of videos varies greatly. There may be useful video clips on YouTube, however, so it is worth a look. Before referencing any material from YouTube (or other video sites on the Internet) in a paper or using a clip in a presentation, though, it is highly advisable to check with your instructor concerning the acceptability of the video for the assignment.