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News Auto Repair & ServiceElectric VehiclesJobbers & WDsMarket Research & StatisticsSupplier News & Announcements ZEV registrations continue upward trend
June 2, 2023 by
Adam Malik
Year-over-year data tells one story while quarter-by-quarter numbers point to a shifting trend
News Business ManagementCommentaryConsumer trendsFrom The MagazineIndustry TrendsJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements Check out the June 2023 issue of Jobber News
June 2, 2023 by
Adam Malik
The May/June issue of Jobber News is here and it’s your chance to hear what your customers think. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cars Magazine & Jobber News (@autoserviceworld) In this issue, we feature…
News AnnouncementsAuto Repair & ServiceEconomy and PoliticsIndustry TrendsJobbers & WDsLegislation RegulationsSupplier News & Announcements R2R bill tabled in Quebec
June 1, 2023 by
Adam Malik
A new right to repair bill tabled in Quebec would make it the first province and one of a few jurisdictions in North America that protects the consumer’s right to choose where to have their vehicle repaired. If passed, Bill…
News Auto Repair & ServiceJobbers & WDsMergers and AcquisitionsSupplier News & Announcements Frisby Tire acquired by Kal Tire
June 1, 2023 by
Adam Malik
Kal Tire announced it has acquired Ottawa’s Frisby Tire, one of the oldest independently-owned tire dealers in Canada. The deal closed on May 27. Kal Tire will operate Frisby Tire’s five retail and commercial stores. Kal Tire’s subsidiary, Total Tire…
News Auto Repair & ServiceBusiness deals and partnershipsConsumer trendsElectric VehiclesJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements Ford to use Tesla’s EV charging network
June 1, 2023 by
Adam Malik
Ford and Tesla have agreed on a partnership that will see the Detroit-based automaker adopt Tesla chargers on its electric vehicles, making them accessible to Tesla’s network. It’s a move that surprised many industry analysts who have noted Tesla’s preference…
News Auto Repair & ServiceCommentaryJobbers & WDsSupplier News & AnnouncementsTraining & Apprenticeship Signs of a failing alternator and how to diagnose
June 1, 2023 by
Steve Montano
As you know, the alternator plays a big part in the car’s overall performance. That’s why your customers will want to take care of a failing alternator before it leaves them in an unwanted situation. As an automotive service professional,…
News Auto Repair & ServiceConsumer trendsIndustry TrendsJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements Why the aftermarket can’t keep ignoring Millennial expectations
May 31, 2023 by
Adam Malik
Years ago, the taxi industry in Toronto thought they would be insulated from Uber thanks to their complex medallion system and legacy way of doing business. Well, riders kept choosing Uber and the taxi industry — in Toronto and elsewhere…
News Auto Repair & ServiceBusiness ManagementConsumer trendsElectric VehiclesIndustry TrendsJobbers & WDsSupplier News & AnnouncementsVehicle Technology Analysis: The future of vehicle maintenance
May 31, 2023 by
Hector West
A look ahead at the service industry in the age of electric and autonomous vehicles
News Auto Repair & ServiceBusiness ManagementJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements Cheapest or best value: What’s the difference?
May 30, 2023 by
Adam Malik
When the customer who wants to haggle walks in the door, shops have a choice to make: Give in and devalue your offerings or stand firm on how you value your business
News Auto Repair & ServiceElectric VehiclesFrom The MagazineJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements EV World: It’s all about safety
May 30, 2023 by
Mike Bailey
You’ve probably heard about the safety concerns when working with EVs. Here’s a deeper dive into why and how to maintain safety in your shop
News AnnouncementsAuto Repair & ServiceContests and SweepstakesJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements Quebec track wins Advance Auto Parts prize
May 29, 2023 by
Adam Malik
Autodrome Granby won a US$50,000 grand prize from Advance Auto Parts. The race track in Granby, Quebec, was named the winner of this year’s Advance My Track Challenge It won this year’s challenge by securing the most votes among five…
News Auto Repair & ServiceBusiness ManagementIndustry TrendsJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements How jobbers benefit from dealers expanding service
May 26, 2023 by
Adam Malik
Selling used vehicles is good business for new car dealers, a recent report suggested. Not only do they make more money selling used vehicles but they’re also looking to draw the buyer back to their own bays for future service.…