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Indie Garage Top-10 Most-Read Stories of 2023

Indie Garage Top-10 Most-Read Stories of 2023

The most-read stories by Indie Garage's dedicated automotive service professional readers provide a real glimpse of where their interests lie.These are in some contrast to the Jobber Nation Most-Read Stores of 2023, where mergers and acquisitions were top of mind. For...

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6th Annual Aftermarket Intelligence Report

6th Annual Aftermarket Intelligence Report

For the sixth time in our history, Jobber Nation and Indie Garage team up to present what we believe is the most comprehensive review of critical market share and customer profile data in Canada’s aftermarket. Presented here by way of a special...

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A successful apprenticeship begins with the interview

A successful apprenticeship begins with the interview

It is an unfortunate truth that not every independent automotive service provider shop is in a position to take on an apprentice. When you find one that is, you will want to ensure that you successfully get them to take you on. When speaking to the shop owner or...

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When did you have your vehicle lifts inspected?

When did you have your vehicle lifts inspected?

All vehicle lifts should be inspected at least annually by a qualified lift inspector to ensure they are operating properly and are safe for continued use. Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) recently marked the tenth anniversary of the ALI Lift Inspector...

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Attracting women to the skilled trades

Attracting women to the skilled trades

Centennial College in Toronto hosted a Jill of All Trades event this fall to help inspire young women in high school to pursue careers in the skilled trades and technologies. The issue of attracting people from all walks of life into the trades is an ongoing area of...

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Building your team and culture from the techs up

Building your team and culture from the techs up

Regina, Saskatchewan’s Joe Taylor believes owners sometimes forget to include individuality in their desire to improve the performance of the business.  Just like the approach popularized in the film “Moneyball,” treating your team like individuals, each with their...

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Climate change driving winter tire sales: survey

Climate change driving winter tire sales: survey

Seventy-six per cent of Canadian motorists believe extreme winter weather events related to climate change have made winter tires more important than ever, according to a new Leger survey commissioned by the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada. The survey also...

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Indie Garage issue features Canadian EV strategy leader

Indie Garage issue features Canadian EV strategy leader

The latest issue of Indie Garage features Scott and Michael Waddle of Precision Auto Service. Located in B.C.'s Fraser Valley, Precision Auto Service has been recognized as one of the leaders in developing an EV strategy for the business that really works. They share...

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SEMA names Battle of the Builders Top 4

SEMA names Battle of the Builders Top 4

SEMA 2023 Battle of the Builders Presented by Mothers Polish winner for this year's competition will be selected from the Top 4 builders, named Thursday, November 2. All represent an elite group of individuals with extreme talent, creativity and craftsmanship in...

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