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Key aftermarket sectors are moving in different directions when it comes to employment, according to new data.
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The problem with the technician shortage in the aftermarket isn't caused by what you may think. Here's what one industry expert says the root issue is caused by.
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Participants receive automatic entries with each qualifying order placed through MyPlace4Parts, and six grand prize winners will each receive a powersports vehicle of their choice.
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Misinformation about repairs continues to confuse EV owners, especially when it comes to used vehicles.
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"When employees don’t trust they’re getting the right information at the right time, productivity, alignment and confidence in leadership all take a hit.”
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It was a night of awards, celebration, recognition and milestones at @BestbuyDist's AGM Gala Dinner and Warehouse Trade Event last week. Check out the winners and those recognized:
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Providing choice, whether through new vehicle options or later add-ons through the dealership, is a key theme among automakers. We hear from three, sharing their strategy and how they're looking to draw in more customers.
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Teams watch closely how their leaders behave when the pressure rises. Here's why leaders need to learn how to remain emotionally steady.
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“I can sign up any shop owner for technical training, but front counter training? Why is that like asking for a firstborn child?”
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The service advisor role is complex and demanding, requiring a mix of people skills, sales ability and technical understanding. So why do shop owners resist getting them trained? Here's why it's so important.
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Hiring is taking more time than it did two years ago, according to Canadian employers. Here are the challenges they're facing.
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Significant and transformational are just two of the ways supply chain leaders describe the impact AI is having on their industry.
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Younger generations prefer the online shopping giant and that's shaping how the company approaches the automotive aftermarket.
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As AI becomes a common shopping tool for consumers, here's how it's influencing how they compare products, search for deals and make purchase decisions.
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“If you’re going to attract people to come to your shop, you got to let them know you’re in business.”
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Presented by Lordco Auto Parts and Carpak, the annual Stan Kingshott West Coast Classic Golf Tournament is back in August.
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“We think that the tariffs that we’ve been living through in the last 12 months is still a bit of an appetizer.”
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Dealers also expanded quick service lanes to compete more directly with independent repair shops.
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Used vehicles are a key part of dealers' recovery, leaning more into used‑vehicle sales as they generate additional service work and encourage buyers to return for maintenance and repairs.
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Service writer staff are often strong in soft skills, such as handling customers and communication, but may lack deep knowledge of vehicle systems and repair procedures.
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