Tag: Shop Management

Shanghai COVID-19 Outbreak Threatens Supply Chain

The ongoing COVID-19 outbreak in Shanghai, China, could cause further supply chain struggles, according to a recent report from The Guardian. The outbreak is the country’s worst since the onset of the pandemic in 2020 and has led to a lockdown of Shanghai’s 26 million residents, the report said, and there are increasing signs that… Continue reading Shanghai COVID-19 Outbreak Threatens Supply Chain

SEMA Now Accepting Council, Network Volunteer Applications

SEMA is now accepting applications to volunteer as a leader of a SEMA council or network, the organization announced. According to SEMA, each council and network is led by a Select Committee, small groups of volunteers who are elected by the council or network they represent. The Select Committee meets throughout the year to develop… Continue reading SEMA Now Accepting Council, Network Volunteer Applications

Meyer Distributing Adds AO Coolers to Line Card

Meyer Distributing has added AO Coolers to its line card, the parts distributor announced. “The request for additional cooler options has been high,” said Nick Gramelspacher, VP of brand strategy at Meyer Distributing. “The number of new customers in the RV, camping, marine, overlanding and powersports spaces has grown tremendously the last two years and… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds AO Coolers to Line Card

SEMA Appoints New Council, Membership Directors

SEMA has appointed two new directors working in the councils and membership department: Pamela Brown-Matthis and Marcy Ann Yanus, the organization announced. Brown-Matthis will serve as the new education director based in McKinney, Texas. Yanus has been named the new SEMA council director overseeing Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO), Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) and… Continue reading SEMA Appoints New Council, Membership Directors

Garage Gurus Continues Scholarship Program

Garage Gurus, a training and support platform from Tenneco’s DRiV group, will again award up to $30,000 in scholarships to future automotive technicians who are accepted or currently enrolled in accredited, U.S.-based automotive technical schools, colleges and universities or enrolled full-time at a U.S. high school, the company announced. Applications are now available on the… Continue reading Garage Gurus Continues Scholarship Program

From the Mag: Selling at a Sales Meeting

As a restyler, it’s important for you to sell your products and services to dealership professionals. If you’re enthusiastic and honest, and deliver what you promise, the process can be fun and rewarding. Selling to Dealerships Two things I appreciate about car salespeople is that they know a good thing when they see it and… Continue reading From the Mag: Selling at a Sales Meeting

PRI Seeking Speakers for 2022 Trade Show

Performance Racing Industry (PRI) is seeking speakers for its 2022 PRI Trade Show, the organization said. The organization is now accepting proposal submissions through April 15 that reflect current trends, ideas, best practices and processes, new techniques and discoveries within the racing and performance industry. Topics of Interest for PRI 2022: Business Operations Hiring/Employee Management… Continue reading PRI Seeking Speakers for 2022 Trade Show

Chinese COVID-19 Outbreak Threatens Supply Chain

Chinese authorities on Tuesday tightened anti-virus controls at ports, raising the risk of trade disruptions after some auto and electronics factories shut down, according to a report from CBS News, as the government fights the country’s worst COVID-19 outbreak since the start of the pandemic. In response to the outbreak, China shutdown Shenzhen, a tech… Continue reading Chinese COVID-19 Outbreak Threatens Supply Chain

KPI — March 2022: The Brief

More than 440.8 million COVID-19 cases and 5.9 million deaths have been confirmed across the globe. Vaccination efforts remain a top priority among health and government officials, with the ultimate goal of reaching herd immunity. Approximately 10.5 billion doses have been administered around the world, with 215 million Americans, or 65.3% of the total U.S.… Continue reading KPI — March 2022: The Brief

KPI — March 2022: State of Business — Automotive Industry

Global Light Vehicle (LV) sales crossed the finish line at 81.3 million units in 2021. Despite a 5% year-over-year increase, the global market remains down 10% compared to 2019. The new year started on a positive note, with volume in China up 4.6%. Some markets across Europe also posted strong improvement, including Germany and the… Continue reading KPI — March 2022: State of Business — Automotive Industry