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Read September ShopOwner Digital Edition Now

Every issue also includes technical content from ImportCar, Brake & Front End and Underhood Service.

Shop Owner Staff
By Shop Owner Staff
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Click here to access the interactive and easy-to-use digital edition of ShopOwner’s September issue.

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The interactive and easy-to-view digital edition features a shop profile of Rick Maxfield’s Pioneer Auto, from Sergeant Bluff, IA, as well as management articles on recognizing the value each member of your team brings; how you can compete with online and local retailers to increase your tire sales; how to maximize your service advisors’ skills by following the lead of some of your fiercest competitors; and more, including Tech Tips, new products and opinion columns. 

Every issue of ShopOwner also includes technical content from Brake & Front End, Underhood Service and ImportCar, all ShopOwner channels.

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