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The way parts are found is changing. When AI answers first, will your business show up? For years, most aftermarket businesses have treated online visibility as a familiar checklis
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The way parts are found is changing. When AI answers first, will your business show up? For years, most aftermarket businesses have treated online visibility as a familiar checklis

The Canadian automotive aftermarket is facing renewed complexity as rising inflation and supply chain volatility drive upward pressure on parts and service pricing.

Industry experts emphasize that investors value repeatable systems and leadership over technical skill when evaluating auto repair businesses for acquisition or expansion.

Rising inflation and economic instability are forcing consumers to become more cautious regarding vehicle maintenance and service spending.

Major Canadian parts retailers like Canadian Tire and NAPA face challenges integrating digital and physical operations to create a seamless omnichannel experience.

Industry technical guidance for tire dealers and service chains highlights critical verification steps for programmable TPMS sensor replacement to ensure long-term vehicle safety and shop traceability.

From cybersecurity threats and cargo theft to labour challenges, automation investments and shifting real estate trends, warehouse operators are navigating an increasingly complex operating environment.

The Ontario-based automotive and industrial distributor has realigned its management team to strengthen supply chain operations and support long-term growth objectives.

Financial analyst Chris Kelly warns repair shop owners that indiscriminate cost-cutting can damage employee morale and inadvertently reduce revenue by affecting core operations.

The automotive franchise is rolling out two new 'contemporary' and 'urban' store designs across its North American network to modernize the brand experience.

APEX by BendPak has released a new 9,000-lb capacity two-post lift designed for professional automotive service shops with limited overhead clearance.

Standard Motor Products has entered into a split joint venture with Techstrong Holdings Limited to create Techstrong Electronics (Thailand) Company Limited.

NAPA adds SuperTech Auto Repair to NexDrive network with five shops.

Schumacher Electric Corporation announced that Joseph Rainone is its new chief executive officer. The move was effective July 14, 2026. Rainone has more than three decades of execu

Jobbers and parts distributors are facing a fresh round of operational and economic realities in their stores. The Annual Jobber Survey explores what’s driving all of it and how th

Mexico’s position as the gateway to Latin America’s automotive aftermarket, along with growing opportunities in vehicle data, Chinese brands and regional supply chains, were key themes at the International Aftermarket Summit (IAS) held July 7-8 in Mexico City.

Fleet and mobility leaders across North America are prioritizing cost control and operational stability as they navigate economic uncertainty, according to a new report from Element Fleet Management.

Anders Gustafson says independent repair shops need better data structure.

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence has acquired WrenchWay, bringing the workforce development platform and its team into the ASE organization as part of a broader effort to strengthen industry connections and support future technicians.

Geopolitical uncertainty and rising lubricant costs are impacting Canadian automotive jobbers and shop customer ordering patterns.

Distributors and retailers in the automotive aftermarket are calling for better communication and transparency from suppliers when implementing price increases to maintain trust.

Michael Herzberg Smith advises shop owners to define their business identity.

Ranger introduces leverless auto bead lifter kit for select tire changers.

Lang Marketing projects $30 billion shift in US light-vehicle parts sales by 2028.