Perspectives: Positive Service Implications from a Sophisticated Aftermarket
Arming consumers with vehicle information gives them a better understanding of the importance and complexity of the various automotive systems
Directions: Will You Be Servicing a 100-MPG Vehicle in the Near Future?
Vehicles in the Progressive Insurance Automotive X-PRIZE vie for $10 million in prizes that will be awarded to teams that develop production-capable vehicles that exceed 100 miles per gallon or energy equivalent (MPGe).
ETI’s ToolTech Event Continues to Grow in Popularity
The Equipment and Tool Institute’s (ETI) Annual ToolTech conference continues to be a popular industry event for tool and equipment professionals, according to ETI, drawing more than 125 professionals to this year’s event in Napa Valley, CA. ToolTech participants networked with industry peers, met potential customers and product providers, conferred with clients, met in one-on-one
Ramping Up for 2010: What Are You Doing to Stand Out from the Competition?
As you get ready to close the book on another year, 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 that will help pave the way for increased profits and a bigger market share.
Live ‘Shop of Tomorrow’ Demonstrations Slated for AAPEX
Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) attendees will get a first-hand look at how wireless communications and telematics will give the independent aftermarket service providers a competitive edge at the “Shop of Tomorrow.”
OnStar: Helping Drivers Save Millions on Auto Maintenance
The Shop of Tomorrow exhibit at AAPEX 2009 will show aftermarket companies how to get a piece of the telematics pie.
Equipment and Tool Institute’s SAE J2534 Market Research Study Now Available
Find out what end-users said about their experiences with specific OEM and aftermarket-branded reprogramming tools.
Aftermarket Jam: Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Makes Beautiful Music at 2009 Convention
The convention also featured 18 business seminars, all accredited by the University of the Aftermarket.
What It Takes To Be An Automotive Technician — These Days
Most people inside and outside our industry drastically underestimate what it takes to educate the modern automotive technician.
Management: Turn Challenges into Opportunities
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 you on the "front lines" of the auto repair and service business are no different. When readers of ….