AutoSuccess

MARCH 10, 2025

Predictive analytics and automation simplify operations and boost efficiency across automotive OEMs. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly improved two key areas of the automotive industry: consumer satisfaction and the employee satisfaction rates. In fact, it is the next horizon that simply cannot be ignored.

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Automotive Manufacturing Software Management 69

Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Autel Remote Expert and Guided ADAS The Remote Expert application and network platform connect technicians with remote module programmers, automotive diagnosticians, and system experts to complete tasks requiring OE data, software, or tools through a peer-to-peer network. This Article Is Sponsored By Autel.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Advics announced it has launched a series of tech tip videos, designed to provide automotive technicians with information on best practices for handling day-to-day brake jobs.

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AutoSuccess

MARCH 8, 2025

My Theory of 5 mentors and I have found that the best, most successful sales consultants have one item in their toolbox that will set customers at ease, sell more vehicles and absolutely increases the enjoyment in their automotive career. The post The Power of Positivity in Automotive Sales appeared first on AutoSuccessOnline.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 23, 2025

As he steps into the pivotal role as AIA Canada chair, Tony Kuczynski brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the automotive industry, a journey that began as a licensed technician. And hes seen many changes and hurdles throughout his automotive aftermarket career. Ive always been an automotive enthusiast.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 28, 2025

Building trust through thorough inspections Trust is the foundation of customer retention in the automotive repair industry. Alan Beech has been a shop owner, entrepreneur and coach in the automotive industry for the past 40 years. This article originally appeared in the December 2024 issue of CARS magazine.

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AutoInc.

JANUARY 6, 2025

In today’s competitive automotive repair industry, being a successful shop owner is about much more than fixing cars. This article explores strategies for setting a solid pricing structure, tracking important metrics, and making recommendations that genuinely serve the customer. Click here for Part 2 article.

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Eastwood

JANUARY 27, 2025

The automotive industry evolved rapidly in the years that followed World War II thanks to countless advances in technology. Two-tone color schemes were especially popular automotive paint trends, with bold contrasts like white roofs paired with pastel bodies. Chrome trim and fins complemented the colorful designs.

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 28, 2024

Click Here To Read The Full Article The post Automotive Painting: It’s Still a Good Trade appeared first on Tomorrows Technician. By the time I started professionally some 40 years after Dad did, there were clearly defined roles between painters and “bodymen,” as body techs were called back then.

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Automotive Collision Repair Manufacturing Vehicle 130

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Here’s where you need to make the right investments to stay ahead of your talent challenges Managing staffing needs in today’s highly competitive automotive aftermarket labour market is no easy task. Finding and keeping the right people is a constant struggle, especially given the scarcity of skilled trades in the automotive aftermarket.

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Auto Service World

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Reflections on industry trends and succession planning in the automotive aftermarket Having grown up in a multi-generational jobber business, I often reflect on both the past and future of the industry. automotive service providers have become popular targets for private equity, with many mid-market firms adding them to their portfolios.

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Finance Automotive Services Retail Engineering 240

Auto Service World

MARCH 20, 2025

How economic uncertainty will impact auto service The mechanical automotive service market in Canada faced significant challenges in 2024 and appears poised for continued turbulence as we head into 2025. Despite these challenges, the automotive service market remains a diverse and resilient industry. Although the U.S.

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AutoSuccess

APRIL 14, 2025

In this article, were going to narrow our focus around the topic of AI and home in on how its impacting the search landscape. Recently, Ive received no less than a dozen requests from dealer group stakeholders and OEM program managers, asking when I would do an article on the state of AI in search.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 14, 2025

managing director (Canada) of global automotive data firm Eucon. He has been advising the North American automotive industry for over a decade and is a frequent conference speaker and media commentator. Kumar Saha is vice president (U.S.)/managing He is based out of Toronto.

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AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The automotive industry faces unique challenges in the digital age, where the car-buying process has significantly evolved. This widespread adoption presents a fertile ground for advertisers, especially in the automotive sector, where precision and timing are crucial. Benefits of Over-the-TOP Hyper-Targeted Marketing for Car Dealers 1.

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Automotive Automotive Marketing Media Automotive Services 52

Solera

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Automotive Business Merchant Services Statements: What You Need To Know Reviewing your business’s merchant services is crucial for managing costs, staying competitive, ensuring security and compliance, and providing a better customer experience. Regular assessments help you make informed decisions that can benefit your automotive business.

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Automotive Banking Management IT 130

Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Automotive workshops are essential in maintaining and repairing vehicles, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently. A key piece of equipment in any workshop is the automotive lift, a device that raises vehicles off the ground, allowing mechanics to easily access the underside of a car.

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AutoShopOwner

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By Joe Marconi, an Elite Worldwide Blog - My roots in the automotive industry go back to the 1970s working in a small 2-bay auto repair shop. My goal is to help advance the automotive aftermarket and to improve the perception the typical consumer has of our industry. View full article That was back then.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

What a new technician needs to get started has more to do with making informed purchasing decisions than it does an itemized list, and if you are serious about a career in automotive repair, you probably already know your way around basic tools and have a selection of your own. It’s low on the list of tools that people like to loan out.

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Automotive Automotive Repair Electronics IT 130

Auto Service World

MARCH 19, 2025

In the face of persistent challenges ahead, parts distributors can help ASPs maintain and grow their business Reflecting on the macroeconomic environment in 2024 and the outlook for 2025, the mechanical automotive aftermarket in Canada faced significant challenges in 2024 and appears poised for continued turbulence as we head into 2025.

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Retail Mechanic Automotive Banking 130

Bolt on Technology

JUNE 10, 2024

The automotive industry continues to rapidly progress when it comes to technology. But while vehicles and equipment are becoming more advanced, you may be resistant to adopting new automotive shop software and technology that could vastly improve your operations.

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Software Automotive Auto Repair Shop Auto Repair 88

Auto Service World

MAY 13, 2025

Heres how shops can manage the challenges The mechanical automotive service market in Canada faced significant challenges in 2024 and appears poised for continued turbulence as we head into 2025. The economic climate is having an impact on how Canadians spend money.

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Finance Mechanic Automotive Services Preventative Maintenance 130

Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

ADVICS Brake Products ADVICS ultra-premium brake pads , brake rotors , hydraulics , calipers and brake fluid are set apart from the competition for many reasons, including that all brake parts are OEM tested meaning they are held to the highest standard of quality and engineering for automotive parts manufacturing.

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Hydraulics Manufacturing A Tech Engineering 133

Auto Profit Masters

JULY 7, 2023

Chris was ready to step back into the automotive industry after working as a commercial electrician for a time, an experience that taught him the office side of the business: service management, inventory, equipment purchases, and material planning for jobs. Read the article here on Shop Owner Magazine.

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Auto Service World

DECEMBER 13, 2024

No penalties are outlined for non-compliance by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the automotive industry, which leaves a significant gap for our sector. Furthermore, the bills stop short of addressing the root issue for automotive right to repair consumer data ownership.

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AutoShopOwner

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Article date: Sept. 25, 2023 5:30 am ET This is a Wall Street Journal article that you can either read, or click on the "Listen to Article" near the top of the article. The authors of the article are suggesting the labor shortage is not a short-term issue; it's long-term. It takes 6 minutes. It's all over.

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Automotive IT 130

AutoSuccess

JULY 12, 2024

One significant shift is the increasing preference for text messaging over traditional phone calls, particularly in the automotive sales industry. This flexibility is particularly appealing in the context of automotive sales, where potential buyers often juggle numerous inquiries and decisions.

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Automotive Management IT 98

Auto Service World

JANUARY 14, 2025

Four and a half years ago, the Maidens family purchased Almar Automotive and transformed it into Maidens Family Auto Care. To ensure their technicians are equipped to handle the evolving automotive landscape, the Maidens prioritize hands-on training and industry-specific courses. So you really have to stay up on top of everything.

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Auto Repair Car Hybrid Repair Automotive 258

Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

As a technician, you could likely carry out a brake job in your sleep, but with automotive technology constantly evolving, what used to be a straightforward service can now require some additional steps and considerations to ensure that your customers brakes are in good working order.

Vehicle 140

Vehicle Software Mechanic Manufacturing 140

Brake & Front End

APRIL 11, 2025

Taking Automotive Intelligence to the Next Level The MaxiSYS Ultra S2 advanced diagnostic tablet is the next generation of the highly successful Ultra advanced diagnostic tablet featuring improved hardware and comprehensive OE-level diagnostic capabilities for U.S., This Article Is Sponsored By Autel.

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Auto Service World

MAY 15, 2025

I know were all sick of hearing about how we need to pivot, but isnt that whats required to run a long term, successful business in the automotive industry? It seems that as soon as we get comfortable with the new normal, something happens that changes the way we need to do business.

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Vehicle Media Software Manufacturing 130

Auto Service World

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Online part sales have yet to catch up in our country South of the border automotive parts e-commerce is on a tear. According to a recent report by automotive aftermarket data specialists Lang Marketing, online parts sales increased by 50 per cent between 2019 and 2023 bringing the market to USD$35 billion. He is based out of Toronto.

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Retail Automotive Media Management 262

AutoShopOwner

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

No matter your shop size, I ran across a great article from Gallup.com about the behaviors a great shop manager should have. In our shop, I've had the best luck hiring managers from OUTSIDE the automotive industry. Here's the Gallup article that you may find useful in your business.

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Management Automotive IT 130

AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Amidst all these shifts, one constant remains — the abundance of amazing individuals in the automotive world. In our June , September and November issues, respectively, we featured the stories of 41 standouts who have made significant contributions to the automotive industry. Edvie Castro , DOWC Alyssa Cervantes , Konect.ai

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 9, 2024

Behind this automotive art piece is owner Kodie Boden, who graciously shared the story of this unique build. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE The post Compound-Turbo 6.0L The remarkable 1962 Ford Country Squire housed a stunning compound-turbo 6.0L Under the hood lies the real gem – a compound-turbo 6.0L

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AutoInc.

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In today’s competitive automotive repair industry, being a successful shop owner is about much more than fixing cars. This article explores key steps in streamlining operations to create smooth workflows, leverage technology, and delegate responsibilities.

Software 69

Software Management Automotive Repair Customer Service 69

Scotty's Automotive Services

JANUARY 9, 2025

In this article, we will explore the different components of a car heating system, common issues that may arise, and how to troubleshoot them effectively. Common Issues with Car Heating Systems Like any other automotive system, car heating systems are prone to malfunctions and failures.

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