Management: Highlights of the AAPEX and SEMA Shows
Every year in early November, Las Vegas hosts two huge automotive shows, the Automotive Aftermarket Products Exposition (AAPEX) at the Sands Convention Center, and the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) show at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The two shows this year drew more than 100,000 attendees from all over the world. These are the shows where automotive parts, accessory and equipment vendors reveal their ….
Tech Tip: Performing a Permanent Tire Repair
It might have something to do with today’s "instant gratification" society, where shops don’t want to take the time to repair a tire, and customers don’t want to spend time sitting in the waiting room. In many cases, a temporary patch job or a replacement tire is the fast, easy solution. Companies like Rema Tip Top are working to change that outlook, through proper training and making sure dealers understand the benefits of permanent tire repair ….
Turn Challenges Into Opportunities: Your Track Record is a Good Success Indicator
As the year winds down and we look forward to the next, it’s not uncommon to think about challenges in the year ahead and how you will be handling them. Many shop owners take a hard look at their business model and make strategic adjustments to buoy their profits and gain market share. Those of
Playing It Safe: Servicing Supplemental Restraint Systems
KABOOM!!! That’s kinda fun on the holidays isn’t it? Well, the pyrotechnics in a car can be satisfying as well. Satisfying to your wallet that is. I’m sure you’ve heard how “dangerous” air bags can be. Well they can be dangerous, but at the same time, they are pretty safe, too. An electronically controlled air
Management: 10 Benefits Valued Most by Employees
As you work harder, smarter and faster to overcome the effects of the economic downturn, you need all hands on deck. Everyone at your shop needs to be working together toward a common goal – providing the highest quality repairs and top-notch customer service so that your shop’s car count continues to increase and profits follow along an upward path ….
10 Benefits Valued Most By Employees
As you work harder, smarter and faster to overcome the effects of the economic downturn, you need all hands on deck. Everyone at your shop needs to be working together toward a common goal — providing the highest quality repairs and top-notch customer service so that your shop’s car count continues to increase and profits
Tech Tip: Why Sell Fluid Maintenance?
As new car sales continue to decline, demand for preventive maintenance services will increase. The average driver is looking to get more out of his current vehicle and maintaining the vehicle’s vital fluids is the best way to improve performance and ….
Global Markets Can Help Bridge the Economic Gap
With all the concern over the economy and business belt tightening across the nation, it’s more important than ever to network and look to global market opportunities and international sales strategies. This approach can help bridge the gap during the economic blip our country is experiencing. Echoing those sentiments is Lee Kadrich, VP, government affairs
Mitchell 1 Names Troy Thompson 2008 Automotive Technology Outstanding Student
Troy Thompson from Ramona, CA, received the Automotive Technology Outstanding Student Scholarship at the 2008 North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) Conference held recently at the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, PA. Each year Mitchell 1 recognizes one U.S. high school senior for outstanding achievement in ….
News: ISN Show Draws Record Crowd
Orlando, FL — The ISN 2008 Tool Dealer Expo was held in Orlando, FL, June 27 and 28 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. The event attracted 190 suppliers, and nearly 700 tool and equipment distributors. Guests spent the two days visiting with manufacturers, learning about the latest and greatest new products to hit the market,