High-Tech Vehicles: Can the Automotive Aftermarket Repair Them?
While ADAS and electric-vehicle technology grab the headlines, technicians need a solid grasp on the fundamentals of electronics and data networks to be able to work on newer vehicles.
Automotive Aftermarket Getting a Boost from ‘Normalized Winters,’ GPC’s Donahue Says
Lower fuel prices, full employment and an aging vehicle population aren’t the only tailwinds lining up behind the automotive aftermarket.
APSG CEO Larry Pavey: The Group Will Build on ‘Solid Foundation’ of Federated/Pronto Partnership
Larry Pavey, president and CEO of the Automotive Parts Services Group, discusses The Group’s plans, goals and expectations for the year ahead.
Advance Auto Parts to Use Mobile Search Tool from Parts Detect
Parts Detect is the only fully mobile and cost-free comprehensive database and ordering system for auto mechanics in the world, according to the company.
AutoZone: In an Omnichannel World, Most Customers Still Come to Store for ‘Trustworthy Advice’
Brick-and-mortar stores continue to be the primary touchpoint for AutoZone customers.
Majority of Vehicle Buyers Saying ‘No’ to Extended Automotive Warranties, Survey Finds
The survey by Pegasystems reveals a disconnect between appreciating the importance of an extended warranty and actually purchasing one.
Advance Auto Parts Completes Rollout of New MyAdvance Website
Advance describes the website as “an interactive, easy-to–use, mobile-friendly platform that simplifies the way professional customers do business.”
AutoZone CEO Bill Rhodes on 2019 Aftermarket Outlook: ‘Trends Remain Encouraging’
Rhodes: “With the continued aging of the car population and recently lower gas prices at the pump, these are contributing to our optimism regarding 2019 for both DIY and commercial.”
Automotive Aftermarket Outlook Includes Challenges, Opportunities
The looming shift to autonomous technology is one of five trends that IHS Markit’s Mark Seng highlighted in an Oct. 31 presentation at AAPEX.
Centric Parts Honored with US Commercial Service Export Achievement Certificate at AAPEX
Centric Parts has participated in numerous successful trade missions to Latin America.
Tennessee Auto Parts Warehouse Holding Absolute Auction on Nov. 29
The current ownership has decided to retire and sell more than $700,000 of parts inventory.
LIQUI MOLY Updates Online Oil Guide
As vehicles grow increasingly complex, oil has become a highly specialized, liquid replacement part that has to precisely fit the corresponding engine.
