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ASW Conversations: A roadmap for our aftermarket future, with NAPA’s Donovan Ringo

Auto Service World

There are plenty of critical challenges and opportunities facing independent auto repair shops in an era of rapid technological change, explained Donovan Ringo, senior manager of emerging technologies at NAPA. He compared the EV market’s evolution to a young deer finding its footing.

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Isn’t It Time We Rethink What a Master Level Technician Is?

AutoShopOwner

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. That meant that I was expected to repair or service nearly anything that rolled into my work bay. Isn’t It Time We Rethink What a Master Level Technician Is? That was back then.

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How to Find the Best Fleet Maintenance in San Diego

RepairSmith

DOT and BIT inspection : These ensure that your commercial vehicles meet California’s regulatory standards with scheduled Department of Transportation (DOT) and Biennial Inspection of Terminals (BIT) checks. Electric vehicle maintenance: Apart from diesel repair, fleet services also cover maintenance for electric vehicles.

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U.S. House Passes U.S. Senate Version of the “One Big Beautiful Bill”

AutoInc.

The vast majority of auto repair shops and members of the Automotive Service Association (ASA) are small independent businesses. This provision could benefit many repair shops that will have to spend significantly on new equipment, tools, machinery, and other costly investments to order to adapt to new vehicle technologies.

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U.S. Senate Passes Major Tax and Spending Bill with Provisions Beneficial to Many Small Businesses

AutoInc.

The vast majority of auto repair shops and members of the Automotive Service Association (ASA) are small independent businesses. Only new vehicles would qualify, and those vehicles must be assembled in the U.S. The Senate’s version sets stricter qualifying requirements.

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In Hybrid And Electrical Mechanic Training? Here’s What To Know About Volta’s Quebec Plant

Automotive Training Centre

The burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) market is witnessing a remarkable new entrant within Quebec’s industry landscape, showcasing a broader strategic alignment between global technological advancements and local industrial revitalization. million electric vehicle batteries. million electric vehicle batteries.

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Electric Vehicles And the Tire Business for Independent Shops

AutoShopOwner

Some shops that have never sold tires may resist, but they should consider it. Are you adding tires to your list of services, or any other services to continue to grow your auto repair shop?