Owner / Manager Articles

Progress on Right to Repair in Canada

Progress on Right to Repair in Canada

(SPONSORED CONTENT) Anybody who's paid any attention at all knows that there is a right to repair battle waging. But there has been some considerable progress. At the centre of this are efforts by the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada). “There...

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Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths and Weaknesses

We have often heard the expression, “Focus on your strengths, rather than your weaknesses.” You may have also heard the expression that our strengths, pushed too far, can become weaknesses. In addition, things like skills, training, personal preferences, personality,...

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What’s your shop really worth?

What’s your shop really worth?

Understanding what your business is worth is key to putting succession plans in place but also important for other near-term investments and business planning.  In this 2-part podcast series, Milene Fort, PDC Automotive (pdcauto.com) and Murray Voth, RPM Training...

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The Great Canadian Aftermarket Podcast

The Great Canadian Aftermarket Podcast

New episodes weekly.The Great Canadian Aftermarket Podcast presents issues and ideas for Canada’s automotive aftermarket professionals and business owners. Selected by Feedspot panelists as one of the Top 10 Canadian Automotive Podcasts on the web. Hosted by...

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What’s your shop’s EV strategy?

What’s your shop’s EV strategy?

EVs and hybrids may not be common in your bays yet, but the time is coming when they will be. Should you invest in the training now, or wait till the demand is greater? By Martha Uniacke Breen While in most areas of the country, the EV/hybrid revolution hasn’t exactly...

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The Right Oil Filter for Every Need

The Right Oil Filter for Every Need

(SPONSORED CONTENT) By FRAM You may wonder what is the biggest threat to your engine?  The answer is tiny – even microscopic – particles. If not properly filtered, these particles can accumulate inside the engine, potentially causing significant damage to its...

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Beware the Effects of Bad Fuel on the Fuel Pump

Beware the Effects of Bad Fuel on the Fuel Pump

(SPONSORED CONTENT) When customers visit your shop dealing with the usual symptoms of fuel system problems like the engine sputtering, RPMs surging and weak starts, fuel pump failure would seem to be the logical, if not likely culprit. But what if the fuel pump itself...

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Get Your Annual Tune-Up at AAPEX

Get Your Annual Tune-Up at AAPEX

(SPONSORED CONTENT) AAPEX 2022 is preparing the automotive aftermarket industry for the year ahead by providing hands-on training and valuable insight into what’s coming around the corner. This premier event has everything you’ll need, all in one place. Not only will...

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