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During the transition to EVs, we can't forget about fixing older ICE vehicles.
“That’s a humanitarian issue — being able to replace and update these cars that are already there.”
The transition to electric vehicles can be done but the timeframe mandated by governments around the world may not make it possible to be done right, an
Being a sole shop owner is tough. If you want to expand, here are some insights on how to practically and effectively scale up.
When the time is right to elevate your one-person garage to a multi-staff venture
The federal government has started consultations on the right to repair home appliances and consumer electronics.
The federal government has started consultations on the right to repair home appliances and consumer electronics in an effort aimed at empowering
During a chat with the media at the company's expo, Worldpac's president highlighted growing areas of specialized training technicians will need in the near future.
Automotive technicians can expect plenty of opportunities to learn about advanced driver assistance systems, turbocharging, electrification and software
People aren't scrapping their older vehicles like they used to and we're seeing cars last much longer on our roads.
Vehicles are far more durable today thanks to improved manufacturing techniques, advanced technology, electronic component replacement of mechanical parts
Technicians are seeing different types of vehicles, whether it be from a technology perspective or an age one. That means knowing a wide range of parts — and the number of parts out there is only going to grow.
If you thought parts proliferation was bad now, it’s about to get a lot worse, an industry expert warned. As average vehicle age climbs and a wider range
Large SUVs are seen as safe but new testing found significant differences in safety performance among popular models.
Large sport utility vehicles are often seen as the embodiment of road safety due to their imposing size, but new ratings from the Insurance Institute for
“Most shop owners are excellent mechanics, but many have never had any formal training in business management.”
“The constantly evolving knowledge needed to complete the total repair isn’t being learned by all techs, which puts the shops at a disadvantage."
Jobbers, as they told us in the Annual Jobber Survey for CARS magazine, are concerned that their shop partners are struggling to run their business and get their techs trained up.
We also had jobbers address key concerns shops have, such as parts quality, selling to the DIYer and more.
Jobbers dive into how shop owners can drive their business forward, while also offering insights into how they’re working to serve ASPs better
The average number of mechanical labour hours required for repairable EVs was nearly double that of ICE vehicles, contributing to higher repair costs for EVs.
Electric vehicles are becoming more common on Canadian roads, partly thanks to reduced purchase prices. But their increasing prevalence is bringing new
If you don't see an application for AI in your shop, an expert urges you to think harder.
It would be wrong to think about artificial intelligence as something that would help the automotive aftermarket strictly with customer engagement.
The report noted that 60% of dealers feel unprepared for the EV transition, with many fearing a loss of business if they cannot adapt quickly.
As the automotive industry shifts towards electric vehicles, dealers are expressing significant concerns about the transition, according to a recent
In the Annual Jobber Survey in CARS magazine, jobbers overwhelmingly raised red flags around the training — or lack thereof — taking place with many of their shop partners.
Canadian jobbers had their turn to voice their thoughts about how shop owners are running their businesses. And they have concerns. It’s all laid out in
White aftermarket, insurance and new vehicle prices are up in the automotive category, used vehicles declined.
While interest rates have hopefully begun their long-term descent, the consumer price index (CPI) data for key sectors of the automotive industry
There are 5 things shops need from suppliers to make their day-to-day operations easier. What do you think of this list? What would you add?
There are a handful of things suppliers can do to make the day-to-day operations of a shop easier, according to an industry observer. As shops face many
Although progress has been made, the industry still needs to work on balancing net zero targets with profitability.
How the industry can balance sustainability and profitability
“It’s all about convenience. You never underestimate the power of convenience.”
An auto repair and service shop needs to be seen as convenient in customers’ minds because it sets the stage for future business, a shop owner and coach
ZEVs grew year-over-year and battery electrics dominated sales.
Canadians are hitting the road in record numbers with zero-emission vehicles. According to Statistics Canada, the first quarter saw a 53 per cent
“The best Chinese companies, their advantage is based on expertise. It’s based on scale, in terms of aftermarket products."
New relationships needed around the world will mean a greater need for aftermarket leaders with the ability to tackle global complexities
One of the most critical barriers to mass EV adoption is the lack of sufficient charging infrastructure. And there are others. A recent report outlines the challenges.
Despite the growing momentum in electric vehicle (EV) sales in Canada, significant hurdles remain on the road to mass adoption, observed a new report by
This weekend, Master Mechanic High Park, 2021 CARS Shop of the Year winner, will close its doors for good. Owner Josie Candito talks about getting started as a shop owner and now saying goodbye.
The 2021 Shop of the Year Winner is being forced out to make way for condos. But she happily reflects on 25 years serving her community
Using pen and paper. No service restoration until at least the end of June. A ransom of tens of millions of dollars. A potential class action lawsuit. Here's what's happening with the CDK cyberattack.
Car dealerships across North America are grappling with significant disruptions following cyberattacks on a major software provider, CDK Global, which
Dealers are embracing the ‘all-makes, all-models’ strategy — and offering alternatives to OE parts.
In an ongoing effort to attract more older vehicles — typically those in the aftermarket sweet spot — dealers are getting more creative in their pricing,
Here's a look at fire protection solutions for EV batteries, which can be unpredictable.
As the electric vehicle market grows, ensuring the safety of EV batteries has become increasingly important. A recent report from IDTechEx examined
While Canadian prices show no relief just yet, U.S. new car prices remained lower. Here's how things are trending south of the border.
New vehicle prices remained lower year-over-year for the eighth consecutive month in the U.S. as of May, as higher inventory levels continued to exert
Bruce Eccles, founder of Eccles Auto Service, is now an author.
We talk to him in the latest episode of Auto Service World Conversations about his new book "Don’t Look Back, Look Ahead: 40 Years of Business and Life’s Unexpected Road."
Bruce Eccles has been a technician and shop owner. Now he’s an author. The semi-retired owner of Eccles Auto Service in Hamilton, Ontario, released a
Uni-Select acquired a pair of jobbers — one in Toronto, and one in Saint‐Eustache, Que.
After a couple of acquisitions out west, Uni-Select announced deals in each of Ontario and Quebec. In Toronto, General Auto Parts is one of them. In the
B.C.'s decision to reduce the level of qualifying electric and hybrid vehicles from its rebate program is drawing the ire of leaders of the Canadian auto industry.
Dealers angered by move, say most cars now don’t qualify for provincial incentive
Pent-up demand for new vehicles may be dissipating and new vehicle sales numbers are reaching a "concerning" level.
It seems pent-up demand for new vehicles is dissipating and new vehicle sales numbers are reaching a level of concern. Canadian new light vehicle sales in
The top Mazda technician this year is Robert Kras from Westowne Mazda in Toronto as he came out on top at the MazTech Service Skills Competition.
Robert Kras is the top Mazda Canada technician, beating out nine other competitors from across the country. At the MazTech Service Skills Competition,
Uni-Select acquired the three locations with 34 staff members of Alder Auto Parts.
Months after expanding its British Columbia footprint, Uni-Select announced it’s growing even more. The company has acquired Alder Auto Parts, a long-time
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