Private Label Purchases Increase, Says IMR Study
Private label purchases from IRFs climb significantly, reports survey conducted by IMR Research.
IMR: Disruption In Parts Availability Affecting Purchasing
Study shows 84% of shops surveyed have reported a decrease in revenue.
IMR: Disruption Affecting Repair Shop Purchasing Behavior
See what independent repair shops are experiencing.
IMR Inc. Publishes Top Challenges For Shops, Techs
29.2% of shop owners said finding high quality technicians who are reliable and knowledgeable is a challenge.
IMR Insight Now Available: Independent Auto Repair Shops’ Biggest Competitors
IMR asked independent automotive repair shops who they perceive to be their biggest competitors. Their views of their top competitors are very consistent with channel share metrics tracked by IMR.
IMR Releases Insight On How Repair Shops Are Investing
More than 88 percent of repair shops are currently making investments to be more competitive.
IMR Insight Report Shows Consumers Are Delaying Vehicle Routine Maintenance
Consumers who own used vehicles, vehicles eight years or older and millennials are significantly more likely than their counterparts to delay routine maintenance.
IMR Insight: Threats To The General Repair Shop Business
The cost of tools and equipment required to service late-model vehicles and advanced technology on newer vehicles nearly tied for the highest threats to general repair shops overall.
Auto Care, MEMA Aftermarket Release 2023 Joint EV Report
The report shows that BEV sales are projected to account for 9% of total US light vehicles sales in 2023.
Hunter, Lincoln Tech Partner On Denver Training Center
New collaboration offers training for local techs and student career opportunities, including ADAS.