Access To Vehicle Data A ‘Must-Win’ For The Automotive Aftermarket
In the fight for access to the treasure trove of data generated by new vehicles, failure is not an option for the automotive aftermarket.
Icahn Automotive Announces ‘Race To 2026’ Program To Address Service Technician Shortage
The new program aims to recruit, train and retain technicians, helping to fill an industry-wide talent gap projected to grow to 46,000 positions by 2026.
Car Care Council Is Now An International Organization
The Car Care Council has announced an agreement with the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) and the Asociación Nacional de Representantes, Importadores y Distribuidores de Refacciones y Accesorios para Automóviles, A.C. (ARIDRA) to create Car Care Council North America, which will direct the “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign in the United
Advance Auto Parts Announces Partnership With The Midwest Auto Care Alliance
Through this new partnership, Advance will provide automotive parts and training support to MWACA member facilities.
The Auto Loan Bubble: Could The Bursting Benefit Your Shop?
In November, it was reported that in the U.S. there is approximately $1.23 trillion in automotive financing debt (traditional loans and leasing) for both new and used vehicles, according to several financial analysts and federal institutions. What is really shocking is that for the past six years, outstanding vehicle debt has risen more than 57 percent. Some people are calling it an “auto loan bubble” that is just starting to burst.
Kukui, Midwest Auto Care Alliance Partner To Support Auto Repair Industry
Kukui Corp., creator of the All-in-One Success Platform, has formed a partnership with the Midwest Auto Care Alliance (MWACA) to help conquer financial barriers to success faced by auto repair shop owners. In this partnership, shops that join both MWACA and Kukui, will receive financial support that enables them to participate in the auto repair
Auto Value And Bumper To Bumper, Along With Arnold Oil Co. Of Austin, Host YANG Meet-Up
The Meet-Up was held in tandem with the Auto Care Association’s Fall Leadership Days.
AAPEX 2018 Expands Training Program For Auto Service Professionals
The expanded program includes training on shop equipment and technology, electric car and alternative fuel vehicles, advanced diagnostics, heating and cooling and business management.
ASA-Midwest Declares Independence, Becomes Midwest Auto Care Alliance
The decision was part of a long and strategic process to address member concerns regarding value for their membership dollar and the requirement to belong to both ASA-Midwest and ASA National.
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Concludes Summer Shareholder Meeting In Phoenix
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance concluded its annual Summer Shareholder Meeting last Wednesday, June 6, in Phoenix. The four-day event included committee and board meetings, panel discussions, roundtable breakouts and a channel partner mixer along with receptions and networking opportunities. “This was a great meeting,” said Scott Bennett, Alliance chairman of the board and president
