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From the Magazine: Under Pressure

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He noted that the aftermarket has a bigger impact on the average consumer than the new vehicle market — and most people aren’t even in the market for new vehicles as they can’t afford them. The widening spectrum of vehicle age is adding to the challenge, however. When it comes to inventory, they’re not worried … yet.

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From the Magazine: Tuning into your business

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And while we face rising vehicle costs and tightening margins, we still hold a competitive advantage in our ability to act decisively and entrepreneurially. The agility of the aftermarket has long been one of its defining strengths. We’ve historically outmaneuvered OEMs by being faster, more flexible and more attuned to customer needs.

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CARS magazine honours the Shop of the Year Winner

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CARS magazine wrapped 2024 by handing out its prestigious Shop of the Year Award to Maidens Family Auto Care. Go here to sign up for all our magazines or pick your favourite one. The post CARS magazine honours the Shop of the Year Winner appeared first on Auto Service World. Not a subscriber?

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From the Magazine: Delivering value

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It is the shops responsibility to ensure the vehicle is safe upon return to the client. The post <span style=color:#ff0000>From the Magazine:</span> Delivering value appeared first on Auto Service World.

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From the Magazine: The trouble of doing everything yourself

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Consider the increasing prevalence of electric and hybrid vehicles. They can assist in setting up and optimizing these tools, allowing you to focus on what you do best: Repairing vehicles and serving your customers. This article originally appeared in the October issue of CARS magazine.

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From the Magazine: The power of clear communication

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Why time matters in inspections Vehicle inspections are the foundation of every repair order. Technicians should spend 35 to 45 minutes carefully inspecting each vehicle. When a technician has the time to inspect all components, catch wear and tear and identify problems early, it ensures the vehicle is in optimal condition.

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From the Magazine: Moving beyond the hype

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Aging vehicle fleet: A golden opportunity With the average vehicle in Canada being more than 10 years old, consumers are holding on to their cars longer, leading to consistent and often increasing expenditures on essential maintenance and repair services. It’s not about chasing what’s next — it’s about serving what’s here, reliably.