Battery Science
The battery is one of the most important components on a vehicle today. It provides the amps needed to crank and start the engine, and it stores the voltage that runs everything from the ignition system and fuel injectors to the vehicles lights and all of its electrical accessories. Lead-acid batteries have been around since
When Mistakes Happen
A succession of seemingly innocuous parts-ordering mistakes results in a Mount Everest-sized pile of returns, a lop-sided inventory, a redundancy of effort and a dwindling bottom line can make a jobber want to pull his hair out.
Getting In-Sync
Technology is a fact of life in business. Technology is ready for us. The question is, are we ready for it?
10 Brake Lathe Myths
Are your employees properly trained in the lost art of turning rotors? See how many of these myths your staff still believes.
10 Brake Lathe Myths
Are your employees properly trained in the lost art of turning rotors? See how many of these myths your staff still believes.
Engine Repairs and Replacements
Engines are lasting longer and longer these days. But when an engine needs replaced is it better to install new, or rebuild?
Dealership Parts & Service Takes Aim at the Aftermarket
Would you sell parts to your competitor? In all probability, you already do.
Specialty Chemicals
The fastest growing product category in the aftermarket today is specialty chemicals.
Selling Chemicals
High margin, high-turn automotive chemicals are an important part of front-of-the-counter inventories. Specialty automotive chemicals and additives are one of the few lines in your store that can provide both turns and nice margins. Check out your own store shelves and you’ll be amazed at how many different products are there. Besides a huge array
Changes in Leadership
So far, 2004 has brought notable changes in leadership at several distribution powerhouses, including the passing of an industry icon.