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How Much Do Gas Prices Affect the Automotive Aftermarket?

The fluctuations in gasoline prices serve as barometers for a variety of economic factors.

Gas Prices Automotive Aftermarket
Return of the Rotary Engine

After a decade-long hiatus from the mazda lineup, the Wankel rotary engine is back … sort of.

Mazda Rotary Engine
Getting to Know Driveshaft Couplers

This often-overlooked undercar part
ensures a smooth transfer of rotational motion.

Driveshaft Couplers
Solenoids: Energizing Motion

Automotive solenoids translate electrical impulses into mechanical movement.

Solenoids
Why Do Spark Plugs Get Dirty?

Being able to answer this question can help prevent them from failing prematurely.

Spark Plugs
All Aboard the CAN Bus

With the proliferation of computer electronics, there were just too many sensors and wires.

CAN Bus
The Evolution of Automotive Fuel Systems

The frequency of changes has increased in recent decades.

Fuel Systems
Understanding the Customer Lifecycle

Knowing the most effective ways to connect with each customer type helps create repeat business and build your brand.

Customer Lifecycle
Check the Part: Return Guide for Fluid Reservoirs

Dorman recommends these four steps to determine if it’s a valid warranty claim.

Fluid Reservoir
Mastering the Multimeter

It’s a tool that will expand your diagnostic ability.

Multimeter
Navigating the Lubricant Labyrinth

A surge in specialized engine oils has led to some confusion over the correct recommendations for each application.

Motor Oil
First Call: 2023 Counter Pro of the Year Randy Shambro

O’Reilly’s Shambro, the 2023 Counter Pro of the Year sponsored by WIX Filters, has found his calling.

Randy Shambro