How much auto repair employment has grown
Auto Service World
MAY 23, 2024
Employment levels in the auto repair sector are higher than pre-pandemic levels, according to data from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants.
How soon Gen Z will impact the aftermarket
Auto Service World
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The do-it-for-me (DIFM) auto repair market is on the verge of significant transformation, with Gen Z poised to play a larger role beginning in 2026. In 2013, Baby Boomers accounted for approximately 33 per cent of the DIFM volume, but by 2023, their share had declined to 23 per cent.
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Auto Repair Industry Podcast List
Shop Marketing Pros
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Watch a 6 min demo video Schedule a discovery call menu A Complete List of Podcasts for the Automotive Independent Aftermarket I think back to 2002 when I opened my first auto repair shop. As I write this in August 2023, Remarkable Results Radio has published over 1,425 episodes. After those 3 podcasts are the rest.
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The vehicles Canadians preferred in 2023
Auto Service World
JANUARY 4, 2024
AutoTrader recently released insights into Canadian vehicle shopper preferences for 2023. The Top Searched Vehicles list on AutoTrader for 2023 showed … The post The vehicles Canadians preferred in 2023 appeared first on Auto Service World.
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The 2023 Jobber of the Year Winner
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Jobber News is proud to announce Chieftain Auto Parts in Prince George, British Columbia as the 2023 Jobber of the Year. They took over from their … The post The 2023 Jobber of the Year Winner appeared first on Auto Service World. The store is owned by the brother-and-sister team of Jayne Kelly and Trevor Heinze.
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The 2023 Shop of the Year winner is…
Auto Service World
DECEMBER 14, 2023
CARS magazine is proud to announce the Shop of the Year 2023 winner: Art Turney’s Garage.
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How To Market Around The Slow Times In Auto Repair
Shop Marketing Pros
OCTOBER 27, 2023
As I write this, it’s October 2023. We just came through the summer months and most auto repair shops seemed to do pretty well. In August 2023, we had more clients than ever touting record months. There are good months in auto repair and bad months. There are only bad months in auto repair!
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Aftermarket employment sets records
Auto Service World
JANUARY 8, 2025
compared to October 2023, bringing the total to 35,900. The automotive repair and maintenance industry also hit record-breaking levels, with employment surpassing 123,000. increase over October 2023, reaching 159,100. Employment in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry decreased by 1.8%
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CARS Executive Outlook 2023: Greg Aguilera
Auto Service World
MARCH 19, 2024
CARS reached out to leaders in the automotive repair and service sector of the automotive aftermarket to ask them about their thoughts about the industry over the next 12 months.
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Thriving in the Digital Lane: How Auto Repair Shops Can Navigate the Latest Google Search Updates for Maximum Visibility
Business Actualization
MARCH 29, 2024
The October 2023 Core Algorithm Update was noted to be the third major update of last year, following the March and August core updates. For an auto repair shop, this means creating detailed, informative content that truly serves the needs of their potential customers.
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Jobber of the Year 2023: It’s always about the people
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 22, 2023
Chieftain Auto Parts gives full credit to the people in and around it for its 2023 Jobber of the Year Award The post Jobber of the Year 2023: It’s always about the people appeared first on Auto Service World.
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From the Magazine: The 2023 Training Report
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Whether you’re managing the shop, the front counter or inside the bay, experts from across the industry weigh in on what shop owners, service advisors and technicians need to know to stay on top of their game The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> The 2023 Training Report appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Let’s recap Industry Week 2023 in Vegas
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
In the foyer of the second floor, hundreds … The post Let’s recap Industry Week 2023 in Vegas appeared first on Auto Service World. The week kicked off with an opening night reception at the Sands Expo, where AAPEX was being held.
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Enhanced Media: More insights from the 2023 Shop of the Year
Auto Service World
DECEMBER 15, 2023
Thanks for checking out the Enhanced Media portion of the CARS December 2023 issue. We’re bringing you more from Mike Howard, manager of garage operations at Art Turney’s Garage, the winner of the 2023 Shop of the Year.
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Updates from AAPEX and SEMA 2023
Auto Service World
OCTOBER 31, 2023
The Auto Service World team is in Las Vegas for Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week, highlighted by AAPEX and the SEMA Show. It will be a busy week with product announcements from suppliers and aftermarket pros getting firsthand looks are components … The post Updates from AAPEX and SEMA 2023 appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Enhanced Media: EVs and ‘negative hyperbole,’ EV World, Fall 2023
Auto Service World
OCTOBER 10, 2023
They touch on “negative hyperbole,” which Carter … The post <span style=color:#ff0000>Enhanced Media:</span> EVs and ‘negative hyperbole,’ EV World, Fall 2023 appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Enhanced Media: More from the 2023 Jobber of the Year Winner
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
They discuss the importance of inventory, having good relationships with suppliers and future … The post <span style=color:#ff0000>Enhanced Media:</span> More from the 2023 Jobber of the Year Winner appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Enhanced Media: Helping the EV transition with Darryl Croft, EV World, Winter 2023
Auto Service World
JANUARY 3, 2024
Hit the banner above to listen in as we share more from managing editor Adam Malik’s conversation with Darryl Croft, president of the Electric … The post Enhanced Media: Helping the EV transition with Darryl Croft, EV World, Winter 2023 appeared first on Auto Service World.
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7 Essential Skills for Tomorrow’s Auto Repair Professionals
Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 7, 2024
Image by pexels Auto repair isn’t what it used to be. Read on and discover the seven essential skills for tomorrow’s auto repair professionals. Mastering these components means you can handle diagnostics and repairs efficiently. Today, you need more than a wrench and some elbow grease.
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Amplify 2023 - Auto Repair Virtual Conference by AutoLeap
AutoShopOwner
MARCH 21, 2023
Hey there, Amplify 2023 is just around the corner and we can't wait!
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Autoflow Wins the Fall 2023 Top Performer Award in Auto Repair from SourceForge
Autoflow
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Dallas, TX – Autoflow has been awarded the Fall 2023 Top Performer Award by SourceForge, the world’s largest software and services review and comparison website. Autoflow has yet achieved a third award this year in receiving the Fall 2023 Top Performer Award by SourceForge in the auto repair and auto dealer categories.
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Introducing R.O. Writer Version 3.1 – An Evolution in Auto Repair Shop Management Software
R.O. Writer
AUGUST 23, 2023
June 13, 2023 — The R.O. not simply a new iteration of our leading auto shop management software, The post Introducing R.O. Writer Version 3.1 – An Evolution in Auto Repair Shop Management Software appeared first on R.O. Writer team is excited to announce the release of R.O. Writer Version 3.1,
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R.O. Writer Donates Software to Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School in a Philanthropic and Strategic Partnership
R.O. Writer
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Leading automotive shop software provider celebrates 15 years of giving back November 16, 2023: R.O. Writer, the market leader in auto repair shop management solutions, today celebrated 15 years of donating The post R.O.
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Thriving in the Digital Lane: How Auto Repair Shops Can Navigate the Latest Google Search Updates for Maximum Visibility
Business Actualization
MARCH 29, 2024
The October 2023 Core Algorithm Update was noted to be the third major update of last year, following the March and August core updates. For an auto repair shop, this means creating detailed, informative content that truly serves the needs of their potential customers.
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2023 Wrap-Up | Brian and Kim’s Favorite Episodes
Shop Marketing Pros
JANUARY 3, 2024
EPISODE: 081 – 2023 Wrap-Up | Brian and Kim’s Favorite Episodes 2023 was a great year for The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. There were 52 new episodes for you to learn from and be inspired by.
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How to Find the Right Target Market for Auto Repair Shops
BayIQ
JUNE 1, 2023
As of 2023, the worldwide digital advertising industry has an estimated value of $626.9 billion—and with that much competition, you need to know exactly who your auto shop’s ads are targeting.
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Podcast: 2023 Best Workplaces: Curt's Auto Repair
Ratchet + Wrench
OCTOBER 18, 2023
Curt Rock, owner and founder of Curt's Auto Repair in Phoenix, Arizona, talks about his shop's processes, his leadership style and why his technicians stay long-term.
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Antero Automotive Wins 2023 Gold MarCom Website Award
Brake & Front End
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Antero Automotive, an ASE Blue Seal and Repair Pals certified auto repair shop, is honored to receive the 2023 MARCOM Gold Award. The shop offers high-quality automotive and truck repair services to the Denver, Greenwood Village, Englewood, Parker, and Aurora, Colorado areas. “We
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As aftermarket digitizes, many still rely on manual processes
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Although the number of shops using manual processes to manage spare parts has decreased from 56 per cent in 2023, Syncron said this year’s numbers highlight the urgency for digitization. “As
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Canada takes big step forward on right to repair
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Bill C-244 would allow end-users and third-party repairers to maintain, repair and diagnose products by bypassing digital protection measures but avoid breaking copyright laws. This, according to law firm Torys , would “bolster sustainable consumerism and facilitate accessibility in seeking aftermarket repair.”
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Inflation drives up auto maintenance costs in Canada
Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
According to the study, 40 per cent of visits to dealerships and 24 per cent of visits to aftermarket shops were for repairs, compared to 31 per cent and 21 per cent, respectively, in 2021. Power noted, indicates that more owners are choosing to invest in repairs rather than purchasing new vehicles. This trend, J.D. Power Canada. “As
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The Biggest Mistakes Being Made in Your Auto Repair Shop Marketing
Shop Marketing Pros
JUNE 9, 2023
Marketing for the auto shop professional. Watch a 6 min demo video Schedule a discovery call menu The Biggest Mistakes Being Made in Your Auto Repair Shop Marketing Automotive Management , Leadership , Marketing Introduction We’re coming up on June, and I was tasked with writing this article. Let’s get started.
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U.S. average age continues its rise
Auto Service World
MAY 24, 2024
years, up two months from 2023. average age continues its rise appeared first on Auto Service World. Vehicles south of the border are continuing to get older. New data puts the number at 12.6 That’s a generally slower pace of growth compared to recent years and more normalized growth, S&P Global … The post U.S.
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The changing landscape of auto parts stores
Auto Service World
MAY 17, 2024
The landscape of auto parts stores in the United States experienced notable shifts over the last few years, according to a recent report from Lang Marketing.
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Swedish regulator investigates Tesla suspension failures
Autoblog: Repairs
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Tesla , Auto Repair , Ownership , Safety , Parts and Accessories , Electric Continue reading Swedish regulator investigates Tesla suspension failures Swedish regulator investigates Tesla suspension failures originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Dec 2023 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. (..)
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How much aftermarket e-commerce has grown
Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Image credit: Depositphotos.com E-commerce auto parts market has experienced phenomenal growth, with sales exceeding $35 billion in 2023 in the United States — a 50 per cent increase over 2020 and more than triple the 2016 volume, according to Lang Marketing’s report, “E-commerce Auto Parts Sales Triple.”
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Prices continue to rise in auto sector
Auto Service World
APRIL 12, 2024
Whether it’s new vehicles, used ones or auto parts, prices across various categories of the automotive industry rose throughout 2023. Used vehicles had a more modest … The post Prices continue to rise in auto sector appeared first on Auto Service World. New vehicles saw prices jump 3.4
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How much longer average age will climb
Auto Service World
MARCH 8, 2024
At AAPEX 2023, Todd Campau, aftermarket practice leader at S&P Global Mobility, talked about the factors … The post How much longer average age will climb appeared first on Auto Service World.
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How big the gap is between truck and car preferences
Auto Service World
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Canadian vehicle preferences continued to trend toward light trucks over passenger cars in 2023. … The post How big the gap is between truck and car preferences appeared first on Auto Service World.
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Shop of the Year: Building Trust
Auto Service World
JANUARY 4, 2024
It’s now the 2023 Shop of the Year winner The post <span style=color:#ff0000>Shop of the Year:</span> Building Trust appeared first on Auto Service World. Art Turney’s Garage has been a key part of its community — and by no accident.
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Special report: Tesla blamed drivers for failures of parts it long knew were defective
Autoblog: Repairs
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Tesla , Auto Repair , Ownership , Safety , Parts and Accessories , Electric Continue reading Special report: Tesla blamed drivers for failures of parts it long knew were defective Special report: Tesla blamed drivers for failures of parts it long knew were defective originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 20 (..)
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How over-the-air updates like Tesla's are changing the recall game
Autoblog: Repairs
DECEMBER 17, 2023
Filed under: Tesla , Auto Repair , Maintenance , Ownership , Technology Continue reading How over-the-air updates like Tesla's are changing the recall game How over-the-air updates like Tesla's are changing the recall game originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 17 Dec 2023 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Where the safety concerns are for large pickups
Auto Service World
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s updated side crash test gave good ratings to the 2023 Ram 1500 crew cab, Ford … The post Where the safety concerns are for large pickups appeared first on Auto Service World.
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How much new vehicles sales increased last year
Auto Service World
JANUARY 11, 2024
After a disappointing end to 2022, Canadian new vehicle sales in 2023 saw a solid rebound. The … The post How much new vehicles sales increased last year appeared first on Auto Service World. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reported sales of 1,664,000 units last year, a 12 per cent increase from the fewer than 1.5
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