Advance Auto Parts to close hundreds of U.S. stores
Dec 4, 2024 · Advance Auto Parts has announced plans to close more than 700 hundred stores and four distribution centers, along with job cuts, due to sluggish demand for vehicle parts. The decision was announced alongside the company’s third-quarter report. Despite an increase in gross profit for the third quarter this year, the company will close the 700-plus […]
Updates from AAPEX & SEMA 2024 - Auto Service World
Nov 5, 2024 · AAPEX and the SEMA Show are underway in Las Vegas as part of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week and the Auto Service World team is there. In what promises to be an exciting and busy week as always, the team will keep this page updated with news, information and other notes as we come across them.
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Aug 23, 2024 · Top Stories Latest News Featured Stories ‘When you’re part of this business, it’s part of you’ Ryan Bruno has a long family history in this industry. He’s bringing his experiences growing up in the family collision business as well as time spent in other sectors into his role as the incoming chair of AIA Canada. […]
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Analysis: Understanding key financial metrics that drive shop success
Oct 3, 2024 · Success hinges on a deep understanding of financial health in an industry as dynamic as automotive services. This involves looking at various metrics to derive actionable insights about the business’s ability to meet its current and future obligations. Knowing what indicators to track and what they mean is critical to making informed business decisions. Key […]
Aftermarket employment sets records - Auto Service World
6 days ago · While there was a modest increase in employment in the automotive sector as a whole, performance varies across different sectors. But it was good news for those in the aftermarket, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, including setting new records. Employment in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry decreased by 1.8% compared to October 2023, bringing the […]
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From the Magazine: Facing the future of auto repair
Nov 12, 2024 · Auto repair technicians and service advisors confront new challenges and opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry. We surveyed professionals to understand their views on technology, customer behaviour, and what they need to thrive in their careers Auto repair technicians and service advisors are the lifeblood of the automotive service industry. As the technological and customer […]
The 10 most common vehicle services - Auto Service World
Feb 8, 2018 · The Car Care Council has released the top 10 most common vehicle service procedures for 2017 conducted by vehicle owners and technicians. Perhaps not surprisingly, oil and oil filter changes topped the list, according to research conducted by automotive market research company IMR Inc. The top 10 services are as follows: Oil/oil filter changed Wiper blades replacement Replace air filter […]