NASTF is advising shops to be aware of the risks that posting vehicle security related certifications and other personal and business documents on publicly available websites after it recently foiled attempts to use stolen identity information. The NASTF Vehicle...
Desrosiers Automotive Consultants Inc., working in partnership with the Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario (AARO), has collected direct industry feedback on the Canadian automotive aftermarket in the first half of 2023 alongside an outlook for the rest of the...
The July/August issue of Indie Garage is chock full of great stories for everyone in your shop. Owners will find the story of Bruce and Scott Eccles' succession journey informatiive and inspiring. Techncians can dig into their scope skills with Dean Law, and compare...
Watch the TechKNOW Series by Dayco (SPONSORED CONTENT) In late 2022, the Dayco team launched a complete line of timing chain kits to address some of the industry’s key concerns with warranty and installation, and are continuing to bring new part numbers to market....
ADAS systems are a hefty investment for many shops – but for one Huntsville, Ontario, shop, it’s providing worthwhile returns. By Steve Pawlett Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are standard in late-model vehicles. These systems use sensors, cameras, and other...
Over time, the rise of EV and other zero-emissions technologies will inevitably have a significant effect on the way vehicles are sold, maintained, repaired and recycled, which will in turn have implications for the way in which work in the aftermarket sector is...
Even though ADAS, regenerative braking and other new technologies are getting more attention these days, the number-one brake-related complaint that brings customers back into the shop continues to be the annoying problem of brake noise. There are a number of issues...
Ontario now has it's first publicly accessible hydrogen filling station, adding to the small but growing presence of the alternative fuel in Canada. The station, located at Pearson International Airport, is a co-initiative of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority...
(SPONSORED CONTENT) Wakefield Canada is now partnering with select premium ASPs to help with today’s garage business challenges, through the new CASTROL® PARTNER FOR LIFE Program. Membership in the CASTROL® PARTNER FOR LIFE program brings ASPs exclusive...