Apr 25, 2024 · The automotive service industry is undergoing a significant technological evolution, transforming traditional service models into highly efficient, customer-centric operations. At the forefront of this transformation is incorporating smart devices and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. These innovations are not just modern conveniences but are emerging as game-changers for auto service ...

Dec 4, 2024 · Advance Auto Parts has announced plans to close more than 700 hundred stores and four distribution centers, along with job cuts, due to sluggish demand for vehicle parts. The decision was announced alongside the company’s third-quarter report. Despite an increase in gross profit for the third quarter this year, the company will close the 700-plus […]

Jan 21, 2025 · Top Stories Latest News Featured Stories ‘When you’re part of this business, it’s part of you’ Ryan Bruno has a long family history in this industry. He’s bringing his experiences growing up in the family collision business as well as time spent in other sectors into his role as the incoming chair of AIA Canada. […]

Dec 23, 2024 · From all of us here at Auto Service World, we want to wish you and your family a joyous and wonderful holiday season Thank you for turning to us, CARS magazine, Jobber News and EV World to deliver you with the latest in automotive aftermarket news, events and trends taking place in this great industry. […]

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Feb 10, 2023 · After being hit hard during the pandemic, do-it-for-me services in the U.S. saw a big-time rebound at levels never seen before, according to new research. Lang Marketing reported that the parts and labour volume of the DIFM light vehicle market jumped by US$30 billion in 2021 and 2022. That marks the biggest surge ever recorded […]

Mar 1, 2023 · The first issue of 2023 from Jobber News has hit mailboxes across the country. We continue our annual series of the Executive Outlook where we gather opinions from 10 leaders across the jobber and supply chain segments of the automotive aftermarket about the state of the industry in 2023. Kumar Saha also gives his thoughts […]

Jan 8, 2025 · While there was a modest increase in employment in the automotive sector as a whole, performance varies across different sectors. But it was good news for those in the aftermarket, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, including setting new records. Employment in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry decreased by 1.8% compared to October 2023, bringing the […]

A new product catalog is now available from Sunpro. The 31-page, high-gloss, four-color catalog offers full information about Sunpro’s line of performance tachometers and gauges, including the new Sport ST and Super III brands as well as traditional Style Line, Custom Line and 2-inch Retro Line offerings. Large, highly detailed product images make the new […]

Feb 8, 2018 · The Car Care Council has released the top 10 most common vehicle service procedures for 2017 conducted by vehicle owners and technicians. Perhaps not surprisingly, oil and oil filter changes topped the list, according to research conducted by automotive market research company IMR Inc. The top 10 services are as follows: Oil/oil filter changed Wiper blades replacement Replace air filter […]