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Labor Shortage, Right To Repair In Focus At AAPEX Buyer Panel

A who’s who of aftermarket leaders reflected on the long, strange trip that’s been 2020-2021.

AAPEX Buyer Panel
Two Of A Kind

Ashlee and Jayson Arnold aren’t your ­typical brother-sister team.

Ashlee and Jayson Arnold
The Future Of Tires

Think sustainable, airless and connected.

Airless Tire
Vehicles In Operation Projected To Drop In 2021

In June, IHS Markit released its annual estimate of vehicles in operation and the age of those vehicles.

Still Time To Nominate Someone For Counter Pro Of The Year

We’ll be accepting nominations through Aug. 1.

Prepare Boat and Camper Towers for Extra Engine Stress

When the weather starts to get warmer, the roads fill up with eager travelers. That’s especially true in 2021. According to a Harvest Hosts survey, 76% of respondents plan to travel more than they did in 2020, and 69% do not feel safe getting on a plane. For those planning to travel by road, 61%

Zooming In On Aftermarket Indicators

Let’s take a look at the macro- and micro-level economic data to get a read on the state of the automotive aftermarket.

Automotive aftermarket
US Gasoline Demand Exceeds 2020 Levels For First Time

However, demand still trails pre-pandemic levels by a considerable margin.

Gasoline prices return to 2020 levels
Advance Announces Leadership Changes, California Expansion

Mike Broderick, executive vice president, merchandising and store operations support, is leaving Advance to pursue his longstanding career goal of being a CEO.

What Aftermarket Parts Sellers Should Do NOW to Emerge Stronger from the COVID-19 Crisis

COVID-19 has caused a massive disruption for many industries across the world, with wide reaching impact for those in the automotive sector, including parts, accessories and tire sales. The combination of a sudden decrease in vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and customer footfall, as well as a slow economic recovery, means that aftermarket demand may take