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Counterfeiting is big business, accounting for five to eight percent of all goods sold worldwide.
The Branding of Program Groups
In the beginning, program groups were little more than group buyers. These days, groups are bona-fide programs that allow parts stores and their service dealer customers to compete on a level playing field thanks to the brand recognition that group membership brings.
A Family Affair
This year’s Counterperson of the Year, Jesse "Mac" McGinnis, has managed to create a family atmosphere at his Louisville, KY, Bumper to Bumper store, one that retains employees and keeps customers coming back. Over nearly three decades in the parts business, Mac McGinnis has made a name for himself among customers and colleagues, and
Terrified of Technology?
Technology can be terrifying, especially when you’re the one writing the check for it. But to ignore it brings even scarier nightmares.
The Strong do Survive
Contrary to popular belief, the strongest distributors are not necessarily traded on Wall Street. There are those in the market who long for days gone by for those halcyon days I keep hearing about when independently owned stores and WDs could still make a buck in this business. Many believe that the days of the
Selling Wheel Bearings and Hub Units to DIFM Customers
Using premium wheel bearings means fewer customer comebacks.
Loaded Steering Knuckles Are a Time-Saving Solution
Any tool, part or installation technique that expedites the repair process is worth its weight in gold.
XDP Joins The Pronto Network
XDP is a retailer, distributor and manufacturer of OE, OER and aftermarket diesel parts and accessories.
Arnold Motor Supply Acquires Barron Motor Supply
Both century-old companies will combine to expand services for the Eastern Iowa market.
Trade Associations Not Swayed by Data-Access Agreement
Auto Care CEO Bill Hanvey called the pact “a thinly veiled response by the automotive OEMs to HR 906: The REPAIR Act.”
