Tag: Shop Management

U.S. Aftermarket Forecasted to Decline in 2020, Rebound in 2021

Total U.S. automotive aftermarket sales are forecast to decrease 8.8 percent in 2020 as a result of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and related factors, according to the “2020 Joint Channel Forecast Model” produced jointly by the Auto Care Association and the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA). The 2020 Joint Channel Forecast Model also… Continue reading U.S. Aftermarket Forecasted to Decline in 2020, Rebound in 2021

OSHA Revises COVID-19 Enforcement Policies

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has updated its enforcement response plan for handling COVID-19-related complaints, referrals and severe illness reports, the agency announced. The new response plan, effective May 26, will see an increase in on-site inspections at all workplaces, reflecting the reopening of non-essential businesses in areas of lower community spread. OSHA is… Continue reading OSHA Revises COVID-19 Enforcement Policies

Injen Technology Receives ‘Platinum’ Status with SEMA Data Co-Op

Injen Technology, a manufacturer of cold air intake and exhaust systems, has received “Platinum” status with SEMA Data Co-Op (SDC). SDC’s ‘Platinum’ rating is the highest status rating that can be achieved. Injen Technology currently offers over 1,200 unique SKUs that are all platinum certified to the industry’s ACES and PIES standards. “Exceptional data is… Continue reading Injen Technology Receives ‘Platinum’ Status with SEMA Data Co-Op

NFIB Hosting PPP ‘Keys to Loan Forgiveness’ Webinar

The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) is hosting a new webinar as part of its series on the Paycheck Protection Program. The webinar, titled, “Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Part III: 10 Keys to Loan Forgiveness & Your Questions Answered Live,” will aid businesses in maximizing their loan forgiveness and is scheduled for… Continue reading NFIB Hosting PPP ‘Keys to Loan Forgiveness’ Webinar

CRC Industries Releases Guide on Proper Workplace Cleaning and Disinfecting

CRC Industries, a manufacturer of specialty products and formulations for maintenance and repair professionals, has just made available a new technical bulletin entitled, ‘The Urgent Need for Proper Workplace Cleaning and Disinfecting of Hard Non-Porous Surfaces.’ The free-to-download bulletin was developed by regulatory affairs and compliance experts at CRC in response to the current health… Continue reading CRC Industries Releases Guide on Proper Workplace Cleaning and Disinfecting