Podcast: Servicing Shop Equipment in the Coronavirus Age
Kevin Keefe, VP of service for Hennessy Industries, shares how the Hennessy Service Network is operating during this time and what the industry can expect from the service network this year.
Seasonal Vehicle Maintenance Opportunities Emerge
As consumer spending recovers, what type of rebound in delayed vehicle maintenance services will dealerships see?
Disruption in Parts Availability Affecting Purchasing
Research firm IMR Inc. interviewed 400 independent repair shops, in the U.S., to gain insight on their parts and brand purchasing experience during the pandemic.
Bridgestone Temporarily Shuts Down Japan Plants
Bridgestone says as the company monitors the coronavirus situation, it is continuing to take action to ensure the health and safety of its employees.
Proud to Be: Joe Mullaney, Mullaney’s Tire & Car Care Center
Joe Mullaney says independent tire dealers have a leg up over the big box stores when it comes to choosing their direction.
Small Business Admin. Releases New FAQ on PPP Loans
The document shows that loans with an original principal amount of less than $2 million will be deemed to have made the requisite certification regarding the necessity of the loan “in good faith.”
Hankook Tire Data Reveals Driving Attitudes During Pandemic
The survey found that 60 percent of Americans say they want to take more trips by car as a result of the pandemic.
ASE Cancels 2020 Instructor Training Conference
The annual conference provides training to high school and college instructors from auto, truck and collision repair programs nationwide.
Tire Dealers: Tell Us How COVID-19 Has Affected Your Business
The results of this survey will be featured in the August issue, and will provide valuable information for your business.
Put the Seasonal Vehicle Maintenance Wheels in Motion
As consumer confidence rebounds and your customers look to you to get their vehicles road-ready, it provides the opportunity for you to tout the advantages of preventive vehicle maintenance, tire safety checks and making the right tire choice when it’s time for replacement.
Cooper Tire Restarting UK Plant June 15
The facility, which primarily manufactures motorcycle and racing tires, has been temporarily closed since late March due to the coronavirus and its impacts.
ASE to Resume Testing May 18
ASE tests scheduled prior to May 18 have been canceled and can be rescheduled to a date after May 18.