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The winner of the 2024 Jobber of the Year is…

Auto Service World

A team that knows the value of a customer, puts them ahead and ensures they are what’s important to the business is invaluable when you’re an automotive repair shop. She has set a standard for what automotive parts distribution can and should be. That’s why Motorcade Industries St.

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Avoid quickly turning around customers

Auto Service World

It may be well ingrained in automotive repair shops but the practise of moving customers’ vehicles in and out of the bays is one that needs to end, a shop coach urged.

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How aftermarket jobs fared as losses loom

Auto Service World

Employment at automotive parts and accessories stores dipped by 0.6 per cent, reflecting a modest pullback in retail staffing, according to DesRosiers. On the other hand, the automotive repair and maintenance sector led the industry, posting a 1.7

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Why Attend an Auto Parts Trade Show After Auto Parts Training?

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Whether youre interested in working at a retail automotive repair facility, a heavy-duty truck repair shop, or an automotive specialty store, the connections made at a trade show could help open doors to new opportunities.

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5 Interesting Workplaces To Explore After Auto Mechanic Training

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Whether you prefer the fast-paced environment of a dealership, the autonomy of a retail repair shop, the creativity of a specialty shop, the challenge of heavy-duty truck repair, or the freedom of owning your own business, there is an exciting and fulfilling career waiting for you.

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What Is the Career Path of an Auto Body Estimator After Automotive School?

Automotive Training Centre

This involves inspecting the extent of structural, mechanical, and cosmetic damage, calculating labor and parts costs, and working closely with repair technicians, insurance companies, and customers to ensure a smooth repair process. Many begin their careers as collision estimators, assessing vehicle damage and preparing repair quotes.

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CARS Executive Outlook: John Cochrane

Auto Service World

CARS magazine reached out to leaders in the automotive repair and service sector of the automotive aftermarket to ask them about their thoughts about the industry over the next 12 months. What role is technology playing in repair shops these days and how can shops use it effectively?

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