Steering & Suspension
Worn steering, suspension parts are often the most overlooked —and most crucial — components of automobiles.
Maintenance vs. Repair: The Impact on Parts Sourcing
Knowing what maintenance parts your customers need will make their vehicles safer and more reliable — and your revenue greater.
The Evolution of Aftermarket Product Lines: Part V
While there are certainly many benefits to sourcing aftermarket products from lower cost countries, there are also numerous pitfalls that should be identified and considered before simply jumping on this latest trend. In part five of a five-part series, Dave Caracci examines the risks and costs associated with sourcing aftermarket products from overseas.
Top 10 News Stories of 2007
For the fourth year in a row, the editorial staffs of aftermarketNews and Counterman magazine have selected what they determined to be the most significant events to impact the automotive aftermarket in the past year. News stories are presented in chronological order.
Around the World
Multi Parts Supply (MPS) employs more than 60 people around the world exactly because, as Jon Owens stated in his column Made in China, “there’s more to (sourcing directly from China) than just finding a low-cost supplier and letting the increased margins roll in.” Not one of these 60 people is actually fabricating or distributing
Import Explosion
It’s difficult to ignore the prevalence of imports today. From cars, to semis, to tools, to tires — they’re everywhere and they’re here to stay. Are you ready to benefit from this huge opportunity?
Just Ask!
As the saying goes, “There are no stupid questions.” It’s time parts pros start asking questions when faced with warranty situations. No matter how ridiculous the inquiry may seem, it could save a lot of hassle.
Nitrogen Tire Inflation: A Lot of Hot Air?
Should your store look into nitrogen inflation of your delivery truck tires? Here’s what I’ve discovered about nitrogen-inflated tires and whether you should look into it for your own business.
Made in China
As the Foreign Tire Sales recall shows, distributors can shoulder more than they bargained for in their search for bargain-priced off-shore product.
Ready-To-Install Struts: Saving Time & Adding Profits
Preassembled, ready-to-install struts have been a huge hit lately, not only with do-it-yourselfers but even more so with professional technicians.