Are You Getting Enough Labor On Some Jobs?
Some repair operations have finality to them. By that, I am referring to jobs that do not require additional labor after the job is complete. For example; installing a tail light lens, set of wipers, an air filter or cabin filter. Once these jobs are done, they are done. There are other labor operations, such
The Key To Calculating Monthly Sales Goals
Far too many shop owners will set an annual sales goal, and then simply divide that number by 12 to set their monthly goals. However, since this approach does not take the number of work days in each month into account, it is not the way that you should be setting your monthly goals, especially
Community Involvement Will Help You Grow Your Business
Part of your advertising and marketing program needs to incorporate community involvement, whether it’s with local business groups, church functions, the local chamber of commerce or other local organizations. The community needs to know who you are and what you offer. Make it a point to network with business people to help promote local business
Mighty Auto Parts Announces ‘Weather Ahead’ Fall Consumer Rebates
From Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, the Mighty Auto Parts will offer a consumer rebate promotion that features the following services and rebates, which can total up to $90 per customer: • Brake Pad and Rotor Replacement – up to $50 per vehicle • Wiper Blade Replacement – up to $10 per pair • VS7
ZF Services Setting Trends At Automechanika 2014
From product innovations and tailor-made solutions for the daily repair shop routine to strategic digital campaigns: ZF Services is utilizing the 2014 Automechanika Frankfurt trade show taking place this week as a showcase to share experience with customers the innovations it’s developing. The company said it also hopes to engage in an industry dialogue about
Web Link Provides ShowMeTheParts Business System Integrations
ShowMeTheParts.com has announced that Web Link now provides ShowMeTheParts with business system integrations. This enables customers to search and find the right part quickly. Online catalogs keep product details and technical information up-to-date and easily accessible to customers. It also allows customers to fully interact with the product, increasing customer satisfaction while allowing the business
The Hybrid Shop Takes Home Gold ‘Stevie’ Award At American Business Awards
The Hybrid Shop (THS), a growing international network of dealers committed to providing expert care for hybrid-electric vehicles (HEVs), has been named a Gold winner in the New Product or Service of the Year – Consumer Services category in The 2014 American Business Awards. This year’s winners were selected from a pool of more than
ATP Automotive Launches New Website
ATP Automotive has launched a new website at www.atpautomotive.com, featuring a fresh, functional design that reflects the company’s new corporate identity. “We know our customers’ time is valuable, so we kept them in mind when we developed our new ATP Automotive website,” said Roy Lipner, president and CEO of ATP Inc. “The new site is
Automechanika Day 2: Educational Opportunities And A Federal-Mogul Press Conference
Attendees of Automechanika 2014 have access to a number of classes taught by experts on a range of topics including connected cars, collision-damage management and e-mobility. Visitors to Automechanika are struck by the sheer size of the massive venue. Instead of a single location like visitors to AAPEX are used to, Automechanika is situated among
Automechanika Frankfurt 2014 Kicks Off In Germany
Automechanika Frankfurt 2014, one of the largest automotive trade shows in the world, kicked off today at the sprawling Messe Frankfurt complex here in Frankfurt. Automechanika Frankfurt, held every two years, draws exhibitors from around the world to Germany, which, with an economy worth approximately $3.5 trillion, is the fourth-largest in the world. Detlef Braun,
The $125,000 ‘Search For A Champion’ Racing Sponsorship Contest Returns This Fall
The Champion Spark Plug brand is once again stepping forward to support grassroots racers through its $125,000 “Search for a Champion” contest, which will fund 15 sponsorships available to racers in virtually every form of engine-driven competition. Racers can enter the contest beginning Nov. 3 by submitting a 2-minute video profile at www.AlwaysaChampion.com. Champion spark
Aftermarket Vendor Expo Featured At The Federated Auto Parts 400
The more than 2,000 Federated members and customers who were on hand last weekend at Richmond International Raceway (RIR) to watch the Federated Auto Parts 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup event also enjoyed a fun-filled day of hospitality activities, including the exclusive Federated Aftermarket Vendor Expo. “We want to thank our vendors, Brembo, Dayco, Denso, East