Flash! Reprogramming Vehicle Computers
Typically, when someone brings up the subject of “flashing” you get two reactions. The technologically informed parts professionals think about added revenue and service, while rowdier folks think about doing something that could land them in front of a judge.
Electronic Accessibility
As electronics and computer controls advance in technology, the real issue for the aftermarket is the ability to repair these systems.
Ready to Sell Your Store? (Part IV)
Part IV of “Ready to Sell Your Store?” Dealing with taxes that will come up as a result of the sale of your business.
A More Focused Installer
Sears Canadas recent decision to exit the repair market signals a trend that impacts the industry on both sides of the border.
Accessory Opportunities
Automotive accessories are big business and can provide additional profit centers for retailers and even traditional jobber stores – if they know how to market them and are familiar with what’s hot and what’s not.
The Numbers Game
The aftermarket is very much a numbers game. Knowing what the numbers mean is the first step in developing a winning strategy.
Selling the ‘Maintenance Free’ Ignition System
What does maintenance free really mean? When it comes to ignition systems, theres still plenty of maintenance to do.
Getting Your Arms Around Technology
Do your eyes glaze over at the mention of technology? Me too. But its our aftermarket duty to capitalize on technology.
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
Visibility: Helping Your Customers See and Be Seen
Visibility-enhancing products such as wipers and lighting are one of the most neglected of automotive maintenance items. However, for optimum performance and driving visibility, blades should be replaced every six months.