ADAS Isn’t Coming – It’s Here
This webinar is part of “AAPEX Repair Shop HQ Webinar Series: An 8-Part Webinar Series.” Sponsored by AAPEX. ADAS may seem like science fiction, but the fact is that an ever-increasing vehicle population has some form of ADAS built in. We’ll talk with shops who handle ADAS repair in-house as well as a shop that
Commercial Tire Service Safety Basics That Save Lives (Audio)
Downtime is the enemy of fleets everywhere–a tire problem while on the road is a cog in the supply chain wheel, so to speak. Luckily, independent tire dealers and their teams act as the “superhero” when it comes to responding to service calls in a timely manner. Yet, while on the side of the road,
Commercial Tire Service Safety Basics That Save Lives [Video]
Downtime is the enemy of fleets everywhere–a tire problem while on the road is a cog in the supply chain wheel, so to speak. Luckily, independent tire dealers and their teams act as the “superhero” when it comes to responding to service calls in a timely manner. Yet, while on the side of the road,
Epicor Launches Mobile App for Automotive Service Businesses
Epicor says it launched the multi-feature Epicor Service CRM mobile app for automotive service businesses. Epicor says the Service CRM mobile app enables service shop owners, managers and other authorized persons to use their iOS or Android devices to connect with customers, manage their shop calendars, create and confirm service appointments and monitor key customer
TIA’s Dick Gust Talks Labor, Training & OTR Tire Recycling [Audio]
There’s never a dull moment in the tire industry: dealers are grappling with the recent labor shortage, the evolution of technology means dealers and their teams must stay on top of training and sustainability is at the forefront of tire technology. With more than 25 years in the tire industry, Tire Industry Association CEO Dick
TIA’s Dick Gust Talks Labor, Training & OTR Tire Recycling [Video]
In an industry that either makes or sells those four round circles of rubber that go on your vehicle, there’s quite a lot going on. Tire dealers are being hit hard by the most recent labor shortage, the evolution of technology teams you and your employees must stay on top of training and sustainability is
Akebono Brake Corporation Adds to Aftermarket Sales Team
Akebono Brake Corporation has added Carl Tellier to its aftermarket sales team. Tellier will fill the role of eastern regional sales manager. He has 33 years of automotive aftermarket experience. He has held sales positions with Tenneco Automotive/Driv with his most recent position at MAT Holdings Inc. as director of sales.
Top Trends in Today’s OE Wheels [Audio]
Let’s face it: Wheels are the outlandish sibling of the round, black tire. They come in different finishes, various pieces and types of colors. Tires and wheels are commodity items, but when your customer wants to customize the look of their vehicle, wheels are a great place to start, and offering the expertise of what’s
NPD Says Tire Sales Maintain Traction Despite Higher Prices
While average selling prices within the total auto aftermarket increased 14% in 2021, compared to 2019 (pre-pandemic), prices for consumer replacement tires grew 13%, according to the NPD Group (NPD). Despite elevated prices and altered driving behaviors, unit demand for tires neared pre-pandemic levels in 2021, says NPD. Tire sales volume swings in the modern trade
Top Trends in Today’s OE Wheel Market [Video]
Wheels, especially on high-performance vehicles, are often a part of any vehicle that stands out. They come in different finishes, with various pieces and in all types of colors. Let’s face it: They are the outlandish sibling of the round, black tire. Tires and wheels are commodity items, but when your customer wants to customize