The labor shortage continues to be a major concern for small businesses, as nearly all owners trying to hire are reporting no or few qualified applicants…
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KPI — February 2023: State of Business
Affordability concerns could negatively impact the expected recovery of global vehicle sales…
KPI — February 2023: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — February 2023: State of the Economy
Overall job growth climbed in the latest reports, increasing the probability of a soft landing…
KPI — February 2023: Consumer Trends
Uncertainty over short-run inflation expectations ticked up recently, indicating the potential for continued volatility in the year ahead…
Ford Expands Support of Collision Tech Training Program
Ford Motor Company has a formed strategic partnership with Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, to support the growth of the Collision Engineering Program (CEP) currently operating at several schools around the country, the organizations announced. The new industry partnership will expand the CEP to a new college that will become the seventh school… Continue reading Ford Expands Support of Collision Tech Training Program
Battle of the Builders: Finding Success on the Aftermarket’s Biggest Stage
The four finalists from the 2022 Battle of the Builders gathered for a panel at the Keystone BIG Show to discuss the competition, supplier relationships, managing their shops and more…
Bipartisan ‘Right to Repair’ Legislation Reintroduced in Congress
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), MEMA Aftermarket, Auto Care Association and CAR (Consumer Access to Repair) Coalition have all expressed support for United States Reps. Neal Dunn, R-FL, Brendan Boyle, D-PA, Warren Davidson, R-OH, and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-WA, for reintroducing the ‘Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act’ (H.R. 906),… Continue reading Bipartisan ‘Right to Repair’ Legislation Reintroduced in Congress
AAM Group Launches Credit Card Processing Service
The AAM Group has launched a new credit card processing service for the automotive aftermarket called Aftermarket Payments, the group announced. Provided in partnership with PayJunction, Aftermarket Payments features no start-up, PCI, equipment, authorization, monthly or annual fees of any kind, the AAM Group said, and offers two main service options to qualifying accounts: The… Continue reading AAM Group Launches Credit Card Processing Service
NFIB Launches Small Business Podcast
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a new national podcast, titled Small Business Rundown, the organization announced. The podcast will grow to feature NFIB experts, small business owners, and others discussing and analyzing how legislative efforts in Washington D.C. and state capitals across the country impact small businesses, the organization said. The… Continue reading NFIB Launches Small Business Podcast
Digital Marketing Tips for Auto Restoration & Performance Shops
These five tips will help you develop a marketing strategy for your shop in 2023…
Building Your Restyling Business in 2023
This article originally appeared in the February 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. So, how was your 2022? I would venture to guess that, like many shops I’ve encountered, overall business was pretty good. One thing I have always been fascinated by is how well we as restylers, along with our manufacturer partners, manage to… Continue reading Building Your Restyling Business in 2023
Autoshop Solutions Partners with Turnkey Marketing
Autoshop Solutions, an automotive services-based digital marketing company, has partnered with Turnkey Marketing, a full-service marketing agency, to offer a comprehensive marketing solution for shops, the companies announced. The firms have partnered to offer a full-service marketing program for shops, the companies said. “Turnkey Marketing and Autoshop Solutions have partnered together to help auto repair… Continue reading Autoshop Solutions Partners with Turnkey Marketing
SEMA Issues 2023 Future Trends Report
SEMA has released its January 2023 Future Trends report, the organization announced. According to the report, the automotive aftermarket continues to be impacted by shifts in the industry and overall economy. The report found the following, summarized by SEMA officials: Specialty-Equipment Industry Outlook Sales for specialty-equipment parts are projected to have slowed in 2022, growing… Continue reading SEMA Issues 2023 Future Trends Report
PRI Now Accepting Applications for 2023 Seminars
PRI is now accepting applications for 2023 PRI Show seminars, the organization announced. The organization is accepting proposals for educational programs that reflect current trends, ideas, best practices and processes, new techniques and discoveries within the racing and performance industry. Potential topics include sponsorships, hiring and employee management, branding, content creation, youth engagement, small business… Continue reading PRI Now Accepting Applications for 2023 Seminars