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BY THE NUMBERS: How technology could impact jobs
January 15, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Statistics that put the North American automotive aftermarket into perspective.

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AASA council produces report on retaining young professionals
January 10, 2020 by Allan Janssen

The Modern Industry eXpertise (MiX) council of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has developed a thought leadership piece that educates senior aftermarket industry professionals on innovative and cost-effective ways to retain top young professional talent. The piece, entitled “Your…

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October contraction includes biggest retail decline since 2016
January 3, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Canada’s economy contracted slightly in October, with real gross domestic product down 0.1 per cent from September – the first month-to-month decline since February, Statistics Canada has reported. Economists had projected a flat GDP report for October compared with September,…

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Winning websites offer marketing tips
December 26, 2019 by Jacob Stoller

By Jacob Stoller With all the hype about the “newness” of the digital age, it’s hard to believe that the world’s first website turned thirty in 2019. However, while social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn have dominated…

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J.D. Power to merge with Autodata Solutions
December 17, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Data analytics and consumer intelligence company J.D. Power has announced it will merge with Autodata Solutions, a provider of data and software solutions for the automotive ecosystem. The merger marks the completion of J.D. Power’s acquisition by private equity firm…

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Winning websites reveal marketing tips for 2020
December 12, 2019 by Jacob Stoller

Repair shop websites are built on a variety of successful marketing strategies.

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Shell retains global leadership for 13th consecutive year
December 6, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Market analyst Kline & Company has once again named Shell as the leading global supplier of finished lubricants. It is the 13th consecutive year that Shell has topped the Kline Global Lubricants Industry: Market Analysis and Assessment. The 2019 report…

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Phone fails lead to missed automotive service revenue: report
November 26, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Marchex researchers say nearly 30% of inbound calls to stores represent missed revenue opportunities.

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By the Numbers: Looking for 167,000 new apprentices
November 25, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Stats that put the North American automotive aftermarket into perspective.

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October vehicle sales held fairly steady: DesRosiers
November 22, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Analysts at DesRosiers Automotive Consulting have pegged October new light vehicle sales at 160,216 units, down just 0.6% relative to October 2018. The leading passenger cars — Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla — noted declines (of -8.8% and -1.2% respectively)…

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What’s in your cart? New AIA report looks at online buying
November 20, 2019 by Allan Janssen

The sixth report in the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s Consumer Behaviour Series concludes that automotive e-tailing is poised for significant growth. The new report, entitled ‘What’s in Your Online Cart? A Study of Automotive E-tailing in Canada’ examines new…

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SafeBraking launches new website
November 20, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Safebraking has relaunched website with new and updated content curated by a variety of industry experts and resources. The new Safebraking.com website also includes a variety of articles from the board members of the Global Brake Safety Council (GBSC) designed…