As the Fed raises interest rates to rein in inflation, consumer purchasing intentions for cars, homes and major appliances have all decreased in the last month…
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ALI Updates Lift Safety Standards
The latest version of the American National Standard covering safety requirements for vehicle lift installation and service in North America is now in effect, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and The Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) announced. ANSI/ALI ALIS 2022 replaced the existing standard, ANSI/ALI ALIS 2009 (R2015), effective August 4, 2022. ALI is the… Continue reading ALI Updates Lift Safety Standards
New Subject Areas Highlight 2022 SEMA Show Education Program
The program will include more than 70 sessions within 14 different areas, including business management, leadership and more…
Wade Kawasaki Named Executive Director of SEMA, PRI Political Action Committees
The SEMA Board of Directors has appointed Wade Kawasaki as the first executive director of SEMA’s and PRI’s respective political action committees (PAC), the organization announced. In this new volunteer role, Kawasaki will oversee each PAC’s Board of Directors and fundraising efforts, reporting to the SEMA Board of Directors. The SEMA and PRI PACs allow… Continue reading Wade Kawasaki Named Executive Director of SEMA, PRI Political Action Committees
New Hurdles Adding Pressure to U.S. Supply Chain
Suspended production in China and the threat of a dockworker strike in Germany could negatively impact U.S. imports into 2023…
In Gear with THE SHOP Ep. 37 — Finding and Training Employees with Dirty Dog Off-Road
Fred Hawkins of Dirty Dog Off-Road discusses installer training programs, finding employees, the overlanding market and more…
Auto Care Association Webinar to Cover Ocean Shipping Challenges
An upcoming webinar hosted by the Auto Care Association will examine present and future challenges of the ocean shipping industry and its impact on the automotive industry, the organization announced. Scheduled for Aug. 24 at 2 p.m. ET, the webinar will discuss disruptions and challenges with freight movement due to a range of issues, including… Continue reading Auto Care Association Webinar to Cover Ocean Shipping Challenges
Featured Product: LIQUI MOLY Oil for New BMW Models
LIQUI MOLY Top Tec 6600 OW-20 has received official approval from BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar Land Rover…
From the Mag: Better Than You Found It
A shop’s role in trail stewardship…
Shipping Industry Expecting High Rates to Last Through Year
Shipping giant Maersk is expecting elevated shipping rates to continue through the end of the year, according to a report from Reuters. Pandemic-related logjams and high demand are driving the high prices, the company said, as well record profits. Click here to read the full report.
Shopmonkey Partners with Byrider
Shopmonkey, the creators of a cloud-based auto shop management platform, have formed a new partnership with used car dealership franchise, Byrider, the company announced. The franchise selected Shopmonkey as its newest technology partner. Through the partnership, Byrider dealerships will deploy Shopmonkey software in all 148-plus locations and will be used by more than 2,000 Byrider… Continue reading Shopmonkey Partners with Byrider
Meyer Distributing Adds Southwire Power Management Products to Line Card
Meyer Distributing has added Southwire Power Management extension cords and cable ties to its product line, the company announced. Southwire provides versatile solutions with the addition of 14/3, 12/3, 10/3 Lighted End Cords, 12/3 Three-Way Lighted Cords, and Southwire Cable Ties ranging from 4-inches to 30-inches. “We look forward to furthering our partnership with Meyer… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds Southwire Power Management Products to Line Card
EGR Introduces Authorized Internet Reseller Program
EGR will be introducing a new Authorized Internet Reseller Program to support the company’s Unilateral Minimum Advertised Price Policy (UMAP) policy, the company announced. The Authorized Internet Reseller Program and UMAP pricing policy will go into effect Sept. 1. Following implementation of the program, all internet resellers of EGR aftermarket products in the United States… Continue reading EGR Introduces Authorized Internet Reseller Program
Featured Product: LIQUI MOLY Pro-Line Centers
Selected workshops have an opportunity to qualify as LIQUI MOLY Pro-Line Centers…
MidwayPlus Partners with PRL Motorsports
PRL Motorsports, a company specializing in Honda and Acura performance-based products, has formed an exclusive online B2B partnership with MidwayPlus.com, the companies announced. “As a premium performance part manufacturer with 20-plus years in the business, we have found a great online partner with the MidwayPlus software platform. MidwayPlus has improved our order response times, allowing… Continue reading MidwayPlus Partners with PRL Motorsports