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Aftermarket employment sets records

Auto Service World

But it was good new for those in the aftermarket, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, including setting new records. Employment in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry decreased by 1.8% Similarly, the parts and accessories manufacturing sector saw a decline of 5.5%, reducing employment to 69,300.

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YPA Spotlight: Connecting and collaborating on the future of the industry with Eddie Tso 

Auto Service World

Eddie shares his journey from senior management roles in technology and consulting to leading an automotive manufacturing company, and discusses what being part of the Young Professionals in the Auto Care (YPA) Community means to him. My journey into the auto care industry was shaped by both professional ambition and personal passion.

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Get rid of this management style in your shop

Auto Service World

If you want better team dynamics, the styles you may have been raised with when coming up as a technician wont help you achieve that, said Murray Voth, an automotive aftermarket consultant and coach with RPM Training. In smaller shops, Voth explained, silos often form between front-desk staff and technicians.

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Auto industry groups urge B.C. to reconsider EV mandate

Auto Service World

A forecast released by DesRosiers Automotive Consultants found that the provinces goal of 90 per cent ZEV sales by 2030 is unattainable, with the best-case scenario projecting only 57 per cent by that time.

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3 Common EV Brake Issues and How to Solve Them After Automotive School

Automotive Training Centre

Diagnosis: Don’t panic; consult the owner’s manual to understand the specific warning system of the EV you’re working on. If the light persists, consult the manufacturer’s service recommendations. This infrequent use can trigger a false low brake fluid warning light.

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EV Charging Company Monta Opens U.S. Headquarters

Tomorrow's Technician

According to Boston Consulting Group, nearly half of all new car sales in the U.S. Monta said its solution helps hardware manufacturers optimize their products by benchmarking charge point brands, providing insights into usage and performance, and accelerating troubleshooting and maintenance. We are thrilled to announce our U.S.

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Lack of understanding around vehicle data issues

Auto Service World

Through a survey of vehicle owners, AIA Canada, in collaboration with Quorus Consulting Group, explored behaviours, attitudes and preferences related to in-vehicle data, including data ownership preferences and expectations, self-assessed awareness of the types and amount of data produced by their vehicles and data-sharing preferences.

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