Indie Garage Articles

Canadian Parliament passes bills on road to Right to Repair

Canada’s Parliament has passed Bills C-244 and C-294, which are poised to become law imminently. Both bills amend the Copyright Act and represent an historic step forward in the right to repair movement.   The move was celebrated by the Automotive Industries...

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NOVUS Glass Hamilton Central announces Grand Opening

NOVUS Glass Hamilton Central has announced its grand opening under the leadership of Jason Russell, Owner and Operator of Russell Automotive Repair & Service Inc. With a deep-rooted passion for cars and more than two decades of experience, Jason brings an...

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Aftermarket strength today could give way to future softness

Aftermarket strength today could give way to future softness

The strength that the aftermarket enjoying today as Canadian car owners hold onto their cars longer, could give way to market softness later this decade. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants says that vehicle usage patterns today indicate more or less flat aftermarket...

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MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers to demo Tech Training Hub at AAPEX

MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers invites automotive technicians, repair professionals, service advisors, and shop owners to join them for a live demonstration of the new Tech Training Hub by MEMA at AAPEX 2024. The event will be held at The Venetian, Level 2, Booth...

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Service Advisors: Opportunities for Chassis Parts and Service

Service Advisors: Opportunities for Chassis Parts and Service

Most drivers don’t think much about the beating that the underside of their vehicle takes. Proper chassis parts inspections can reveal problems before they become failures – and that can present some customer-focused opportunities. Chassis upgrades “Hey, I see that...

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Webinar from ASE: Lubricant & Filtration Technology Update

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “Vehicle Fluids - Lubricant & Filtration Technology Update.” This webinar is designed to provide technicians with a better...

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Rotary introduces four new vehicle service innovations

Rotary, part of Vehicle Service Group (VSG) and Dover have announced the launch of the Rotary R1250 Automatic Leverless Pro Tire Changer, Rotary ARO16 Four-Post Lift, Rotary SLW210-AV WIDE SMARTLIFT Inground Lift, and Chief Phoenix Pulling Rack with...

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