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The Alliance wraps up Winter Shareholder meetings
December 12, 2019 by Allan Janssen

The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance is wrapping up its annual Winter Shareholder Meeting today at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry in Aventura, Fla. Nearly 150 Auto Value shareholders and more than 250 valued channel partners attended the event, which included…

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Lordco establishes foothold in Alberta
December 11, 2019 by Allan Janssen

After 45 years operating only in British Columbia, Lordco Parts Ltd. expands into Alberta, with plans for further expansion.

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Greenwood’s Garage: Gearing up for change
December 4, 2019 by Bob Greenwood

The coming realities of business are going to require some new strategies.

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Following the MAP: How pricing policies could enhance product value
November 25, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Pricing policies might just be the solution to a margin-challenged supply chain.

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COMMENTARY: It’s good to air our grievances
November 22, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Let’s speak honestly about the things that could be improved in our industry. Maybe then things will change.

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U of Aftermarket Foundation names new officers
November 20, 2019 by Allan Janssen

The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) board of trustees has elected its incoming slate of officers. They are: Chairman – Robert Egan, MAAP, Egan & Associates Senior Vice Chairman – John R. Washbish, MAAP, president and CEO, Aftermarket Auto…

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GREENWOOD: Is it time to re-assess your business?
November 20, 2019 by Allan Janssen

A little self-assessment goes a long way when the industry is constantly evolving.

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APD successfully relaunches fall trade show
November 18, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Automotive Parts Distributors (APD) held its first trade show since 2013 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon on the weekend. The APD Fall Trade Show was deemed a great success, drawing attendees from B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan… and some from Quebec too.…

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Uni-Select set to launch new auto repair banner program
November 15, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Bumper to Bumper Auto Service is designed to promote customer loyalty, and let service providers to stand out in their communities.

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Offering DIY parts… and education
October 31, 2019 by Geoff Kirbyson

It seems that do-It-Yourselfers aren’t going away time soon, but they might need a little more help from those who sell auto parts.

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‘Visualizer’ shows vehicle enhancements before they’re installed
October 25, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Keystone Automotive Operations has added a custom vehicle “visualizer” into its popular web portal, eKeystone.com Described as “the perfect complimentary sales tool for jobbers, dealerships, and accessory manufacturers,” Interactive Garage allows them to demonstrate to their customers exactly how selected…

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Epicor launches mobile eStore for repair shops
October 23, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Epicor has introduced a feature-rich eStore solution that will enable automotive service professionals to use their mobile devices to look up, price, and order parts from the more than 20,000 wholesalers connected to the Epicor Parts Network (EPN). The new,…