Top 20 Super Stores 2006
This month, Counterman examines those store groups that made notable acquisitions or changes over the last 12 months.
Top 10 News Stories of 2006
For the third year in a row, the editorial staffs of aftermarketNews and Counterman magazine take a look at the events that have had the most impact on the automotive aftermarket in the past year. News stories are presented in chronological order.
Editor’s Ink: Behind the Rumors
This month, we look behind the rumors to present an in-depth look at the factors that contributed ARI’s downfall.
Membership Has its Privileges!
You can point to many industry influences, but none can hold a candle to the importance of programmed distribution. Its evolution within this market has been the single-most influential phenomenon our industry has ever seen. Nobody sells more automotive products (combined) today than NAPA, the industry’s very first group. With some 6,000 participating outlets, no
The Super Stores
This article examines those companies that made notable acquisitions or changes over the last 12 months. The complete list of the top 20 store groups in the market can be found on the link below. Super Stores List Like 2004, 2005 was another year of notable growth for some of the largest store groups in
The Program Group Puzzle
As the program group universe continues to consolidate, groups are looking to find their niche in the ever-increasing quest for shareholder value, retention and recruitment.
Building a Total Market Strategy
Want to grow your business, earn more money and chart a course for the future? Maybe it’s time for a Total Market Strategy.
Aftermarket Afterthoughts, Part II
Further exploring the mysterious meaning behind the word “aftermarket.”
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.
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.