Tag: Shop Management

Kelford Cams Partners with MidwayPlus

Kelford Cams has formed a new partnership with MidwayPlus to launch its new B2B online storefront, the companies announced. “We are excited that MidwayPlus is helping Kelford Cams once again engage with the North American market at scale. It is important to Kelford to have a direct relationship with the shops and resellers buying our… Continue reading Kelford Cams Partners with MidwayPlus

HRIA General Membership Meeting to Highlight Market Trends

The upcoming general membership meeting for the SEMA Hot Rod Industry Alliance will include a panel discussing trends in the market and expectations for 2023, the SEMA council’s leadership announced. Scheduled for Sept. 7 at 1 p.m. ET, the panel, featuring Amy Fitzgerald, Cool Hand Customs; Jonathan Goolsby, Goolsby Customs; Stacey David, Rattletrap Productions; and… Continue reading HRIA General Membership Meeting to Highlight Market Trends

AASA Technology Conference Reveals Presentation Lineup

The 2022 AASA Technology Conference, presented by the AASA Technology Council (ATC) and AASA Mobility Technology Council (MTC), has released details regarding its presentation schedule, event organizers announced. O’Reilly Auto Parts, Bridgestone Retail Operations and Advance Auto Parts will headline the line-up sessions, panels, networking opportunities and round-table discussions on both vehicle and business technology,… Continue reading AASA Technology Conference Reveals Presentation Lineup

Port Congestion Causing Shipping Cancelations

Ocean carriers continue to cite congestion at U.S. and Canadian ports as the reason for canceled sailings, CNBC reported. As a result, shipping vessels will now be out of position for return voyages, moving containers, loading U.S. exports, and ultimately being in a position to load imports, according to the report. Additional issues, including a… Continue reading Port Congestion Causing Shipping Cancelations

AAPEX Announces September Online Training Schedule

The AAPEX Repair Shop HQ Online Training Series will hold two free sessions in September: “Navigating the Rapids Ahead” on Sept. 7, and “Underhood: Stop/Start System Diagnostics,” on Sept. 19, the organization announced. In “Navigating the Rapids Ahead,” attendees will learn how to be prepared to handle difficult business situations, the organization said. The webinar… Continue reading AAPEX Announces September Online Training Schedule

eBay Acquires myFitment

eBay Inc. has acquired the myFitment group of companies, a provider of online tools and support to help online automotive and powersports parts and accessories sellers, the companies announced. myFitment’s tools help sellers by optimizing fitment data for their listings, which aims to ensure customers order the right parts and accessories for their vehicle, reducing… Continue reading eBay Acquires myFitment

From the Mag: Classic in the Front, Party in the Back

As a kid, I grew up taking family vacations in a trailer. The UK can be cold, wet and damp; nevertheless, I have fond memories of those carefree simple times. Maybe that’s what attracts people of all ages to the burgeoning vintage trailer scene. Lately I’ve seen them all over the freeways, but only when… Continue reading From the Mag: Classic in the Front, Party in the Back