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How the U.S. election could impact the aftermarket
The results of the U.S. election may leave some things to be determined, one thing that automotive aftermarket observers and professionals are certain that they are going to push the new ...
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Aftermarket faces challenges as market softens
Canada’s automotive aftermarket is seeing a slight decline in 2024 with one group warning of long-term challenges ahead, especially as fewer new vehicles require gasoline as their sole source of power ...
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More drivers embrace lane departure prevention technology
A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found that fewer drivers are disabling lane departure ...
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How mailers can be good for business when done right
The adage that sending mailers as a marketing tool is outdated is one that a shop coach initially agreed with but is now a ...
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How a lack of off-lease vehicle is hurting the used market
The Canadian used vehicle market is facing a significant supply shortage of younger off-lease vehicles, expecting to ...
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ASW Conversations: Investing and learning in the EV space
As electric vehicle (EV) adoption continues to grow, independent service providers are racing to build the necessary ...
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Wakefield adds new western manager
Darin Guillet has been promoted to regional sales manager for the western region with Wakefield Canada, which manufactures, distributes and markets the Castrol brand in Canada. He has been with ...
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Rotary launches new brand at SEMA
Rotary announced a new brand, Rotary Solutions, which was seen for the first time at the SEMA Show 2024. The new Rotary Solutions brand serves as a single-source solution for shop equipment, resources ...
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High mileage oil supplement from Rislone
Rislone has unveiled its new Hy-per Lube High Mileage Treatment Engine Supplement (p/n 34200). It is designed to improve oil performance to eliminate dry starts, reduce friction and wear, prevent oil ...
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Drivers interested in their vehicle as a digital wallet
A new survey found that over half of drivers are intrigued by the prospect of using their vehicles as “digital wallets,” signalling a growing interest in connected vehicle services. Verra Mobility ...
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Looking back on Industry Week in Vegas
It was an action-packed week in Las Vegas for Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week, highlighted by AAPEX and SEMA. For those who couldn’t make it or take in everything, here’s a recap of what went ...
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Are aftermarket jobs at risk with AI growth?
Automotive aftermarket professionals are naturally concerned about their job security as artificial intelligence capabilities grow. An industry expert recently put minds to ease, explaining that AI is ...