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Fountain Tire announces key additions to leadership team

Fountain Tire announces key additions to leadership team

Fountain Tire announced the advancement of three executives to new Vice President roles. Curtis Goodwin will become VP Stores – Alberta and Saskatchewan; Nason Higinbotham will become VP Stores – BC, Manitoba and Ontario; and Yves Richard will become VP – Supply &...

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Webinar from ASE: EV Contactors and Interlock Circuits

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “EV Contactors and Interlock Circuits.” High-voltage batteries are fundamental to EVs and hybrids. That high voltage is contained to...

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Andy’s Tire Group makes P.E.I. acquisition

Andy's Tire Group, Atlantic Canada’s largest independent tire and auto service network, has announced the acquisition of Cantrek Tire & Supply. This strategic merger marks a major expansion to strengthen the wholesale division on Prince Edward Island, providing...

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Snap-on fall software release adds coverage up to MY2024

With automotive technology constantly changing, professional technicians who upgrade to the Snap-on fall diagnostic software release will benefit from access to an array of resources, including systems, tips and techniques, tests and guided workflows. “No matter which...

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Hercules offering Canadians winter tire rebate

Hercules Tires is offering a winter rebate opportunity to its Canadian customers.  From now until Dec. 15, 2024, customers who purchase four qualifying Hercules Tires may be eligible to receive a $50 rebate in the form of a prepaid Mastercard. As the winter season...

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AARO’s InterConnect event a qualified success

AARO’s InterConnect event a qualified success

Regular Indie Garage contributor Murray Voth, RPM Training, urged shop owners to “Stop Overthinking Your Management Process.” The Automotive Aftermarket Retailers Association of Ontario’s InterConnect event brought together shops, trainers, Ontario government program...

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Snap-on releases new Tuesday Topic Training dates

Snap-on has released new dates for its weekly Tuesday Topic Training sessions hosted by Jason Gabrenas, diagnostics national trainer. The updated schedule features a variety of subjects, including OEM specific training, on a rotating basis to help professional service...

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Mitchell 1 to host online shop marketing webinar

Mitchell 1 will be presenting a webinar, “Accelerate Business Growth with Exceptional Customer Experiences,” which will highlight the importance of customer review management for auto shops looking to attract new business. The free webinar is schedule for Wednesday,...

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Daily ADAS training sessions ramp up at AAPEX

Daily ADAS training sessions ramp up at AAPEX

AAPEX 2024 will offer free training and insights on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) to ensure automotive aftermarket professionals excel at ADAS repairs and benefit from one of the largest emerging aftermarket opportunities. The daily training will take...

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