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Aftermarket faces challenges as market softens

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A forecast from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants highlighted a potential future shift in demand for aftermarket services as fewer vehicles enter the critical years for parts replacement and maintenance, underscoring the need for the industry to adapt as Canada’s vehicle landscape changes. per cent drop.

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Get rid of this management style in your shop

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If you want better team dynamics, the styles you may have been raised with when coming up as a technician wont help you achieve that, said Murray Voth, an automotive aftermarket consultant and coach with RPM Training.

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Aftermarket expects more growth this year

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The automotive aftermarket is reporting a positive trend in sales growth among retailers, with significant optimism for 2024.

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Why there’s concern over falling auto retail numbers

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June’s automotive retail sales data revealed notable declines across various segments, including those in the aftermarket, raising concerns within the industry. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC) reported a “worrying” drop in automotive retail sales for June, with declines observed across multiple segments. per cent rise.

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How aftermarket jobs fared as losses loom

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But so far, parts stores saw a slight decline while the repair and maintenance sector continued its steady climb. New data from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants shows that employment in Canada’s automotive sector edged down 0.2 per cent, reflecting a modest pullback in retail staffing, according to DesRosiers. per cent.

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Canadian aftermarket keeps outperforming

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DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reviewed the first quarter of retail sales across the entire automotive industry. While new … The post Canadian aftermarket keeps outperforming appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Why inspections are key to your shop’s success

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Speaking to the Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario, Alan Beech, an aftermarket coach and consultant with Beech Consulting, shared insights on how a strong inspection program can lead to higher average repair orders, increased efficiency, and happier technicians.