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AWDA’s Ted Hughes on the Power of Industry Partnerships

Aftermarket veteran shares the changes he’s experienced and lessons learned through 30+ years in the aftermarket.

How AI Can Help Cameras Overcome Vehicle Vision Problems

Upcoming AI will make autonomous driving systems even smarter.

Why Is NHTSA Involved With RTR?

An opinion is one thing, but will NHTSA handle technicians filing complaints about being locked out of a vehicle?

Do OEM Service Bays Offer Opposition or opportunity?

With great power, of course, comes great responsibility.

Being Open To Change Is The First Key To Success

To prepare for the future, what should a shop owner be focusing on short term, medium term, long term?

Is Your Shop Being Robbed Right Now?

No matter how secure you feel, your shop may be vulnerable from attack.

How Effective Are Non-Competes?

A non-compete agreement may help shop owners keep employees from leaving, but they can be a double-edged sword.

How Networking Can Directly Increase Your Profits

Sometimes the key to success is talking to fellow shop owners.

Passion, People Drive Continental’s Travis Roffler

Travis Roffler, Continental Tire the Americas director of marketing, uses his passion to drive his career success.

Road Usage Taxes and Right To Repair

If gas taxes fall with advent of EVs, how will road projects be funded? The future isn’t clear but change is out there.

Acknowledging Aftermarket (Artificial) Intelligence 

Afraid that AI will cause a disaster when it arrives? Well, it’s been in our industry and you’ve been using it for decades.

Technician Shortage? Not For Everyone

For top shop owners, there’s no technician shortage because they operate places people want to work.