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Aftermarket faces challenges as market softens

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Canada’s automotive aftermarket is seeing a slight decline in 2024 with one group warning of long-term challenges ahead, especially as fewer new vehicles require gasoline as their sole source of power. The small volumes of vehicles sold in 2019-23 will start to work their way into their prime aftermarket years in the coming years,” he noted.

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How a lack of off-lease vehicle is hurting the used market

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This trend is expected to persist through 2027, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. In the years leading up to the pandemic, new light vehicle sales peaked in 2017 and remained strong until 2019, with lease penetration rates exceeding 35 per cent. Off-lease vehicles are a key source of product for the used car market.

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Caring for the Environment as an Emissions Specialist

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Conducting Emissions Testing to Reduce Air Pollution Many emissions specialists conduct vehicle emissions tests, but their role can also include diagnosing emissions control system issues, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing emissions reduction strategies in the automotive industry.

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JC Washbish named CEO of the Alliance

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Futerman, chair of the Alliance Board of Directors and co-owner of Hahn Automotive Warehouse. He was promoted to director of marketing in 2017 and to vice president of sales and marketing in 2019. JC is also the 2024 recipient of the Northwood University Automotive Aftermarket Education Award.

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Eccles Auto adds glass service from Novus

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The new automotive glass repair and replacement location joins a local repair shop that has been in business for more than 40 years near Hamilton. The shop is now owned by Scott Eccles, who purchased the business from his parents Bruce and Claire in 2019.

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Why Jeep OEM Parts & Accessories Are a Smart Investment for Automotive Technicians

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As an automotive technician, you may be faced with the eternal question: Should I get aftermarket parts for Jeep cars and save some money? Jeep OEM parts & accessories are the smartest investment for automotive technicians, and this article will tell you exactly why that’s the case. Or should I get OEM parts instead?

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How the Cybertruck Went From the Hottest Car to the Biggest Flop in Just One Year

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Despite the peculiar shape, the Tesla Cybertruck promised to be a cutting-edge vehicle from the future that was set to revolutionize the automotive industry. In 2019, Tesla unveiled the Cybertruck, undoub. However, it arrived too late and with significantly toned-down features. continue reading. )

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