Tag: Shop Management

mountune Outlines Steps for Reopening

mountune is beginning to implement steps to re-open certain aspects of its workshop services, the Britain and California-based engine builder and performance parts manufacturer announced. As of May 11, mountune began re-instating a limited level of workshop support, beginning with any work already scheduled, before all servicing work for vehicles previously supported by mountune –… Continue reading mountune Outlines Steps for Reopening

Even in Quarantine, There’s Plenty to Keep Enthusiasts Busy

Automotive columnist and author Rob Siegel is one of many car enthusiasts grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic and what it has meant for everyday life, as well as his hobby. But even though he can’t caravan for 17 hours down the East Coast to his favorite BMW rally, Siegel has found that there’s still plenty… Continue reading Even in Quarantine, There’s Plenty to Keep Enthusiasts Busy

Aftermarket eCommerce Up 42% Since March

Aftermarket parts and accessories eCommerce is up 42% since the first week of March 2020, according to Hedges & Company data. Hedges & Company, a digital marketing agency serving the automotive aftermarket, OEM parts and powersports industries, is tracking weekly eCommerce activity in the automotive aftermarket, OEM parts and powersports aftermarket industries. The company analyzed… Continue reading Aftermarket eCommerce Up 42% Since March

3M Enters Collaboration Agreement with Wrapmate

Wrapmate, an end-to-end digital platform for graphics projects, has entered a three-year global collaboration agreement with 3M Commercial Solutions to help businesses improve their marketability within the print, signage and vehicle graphics industry. This collaborative agreement is an expansion of the initial six-month collaboration first announced in September of 2019. It will provide customers with… Continue reading 3M Enters Collaboration Agreement with Wrapmate

AAPEX Releases Statement Regarding 2020 Trade Show

Organizers of The AAPEX Show have released a statement indicating that they are currently planning to proceed with the 2020 trade show as scheduled. The show is set to be held Nov. 3-5 in Las Vegas. “At this time, we plan to proceed with AAPEX 2020 as scheduled, Nov. 3-5,” the statement said. “We continue… Continue reading AAPEX Releases Statement Regarding 2020 Trade Show

SEMA Hosting COVID-19 Recovery Webinars

SEMA has announced the final three installments of its six-part webinar series featuring tips and resources for navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. The final three webinars will focus on planning for the future in a strategic manner and how to emerge from the pandemic in a stronger position than before. Hosted by Mike Brown, founder and… Continue reading SEMA Hosting COVID-19 Recovery Webinars

Online Sales for Aftermarket Shops

Even as shelter-in-place orders around the country are lifted, consumers might still be hesitant to make unnecessary trips out of the house, meaning a solid online presence is more important than ever. Barry Alt, a digital strategist specializing in restoration, performance and race shops, has some tips to make sure your shop’s online sales capacity… Continue reading Online Sales for Aftermarket Shops

Car Toys Reopening Stores

Car Toys, a mobile electronics retail chain, is reopening stores in response to lifted shelter-in-place orders in Texas and Colorado. All of the company’s Texas locations have opened while a majority of locations in Colorado have opened, with the remaining to open by May 8. “When you come back you will find many precautionary changes… Continue reading Car Toys Reopening Stores

SEMA Survey Shows Consumers Still Working on Cars

The COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t kept people out of the garage as consumers and auto enthusiasts are still spending plenty of time working on their cars, according to a recently conducted SEMA survey. While the survey found that people are driving less, about 35% of respondents said that they are using their extra time at home… Continue reading SEMA Survey Shows Consumers Still Working on Cars

Garage Gurus Sets New Deadline for Automotive Technician Scholarship Program

Garage Gurus, a training and support platform from DRiV, has announced an extension for submissions for its Garage Gurus Automotive Technician Scholarship Program to May 31, 2020, from the original deadline of April 30, 2020. Applications are still available for the opportunity to receive one of 12 $2,500 Garage Gurus scholarships for the 2020-2021 school… Continue reading Garage Gurus Sets New Deadline for Automotive Technician Scholarship Program

KPI — April: State of Business

North America is bracing itself for recessionary conditions directly related to the stay-at-home orders associated with COVID-19. Nearly 22 million workers have filed for unemployment compensation in the past month, with six of the most highly impacted sectors being Restaurants and Bars, Travel and Transportation, Entertainment (i.e., casinos and amusement parks), Personal Services (i.e., dentists,… Continue reading KPI — April: State of Business

KPI — April: Automotive Aftermarket

As predicted, government stay-at-home orders due to the novel coronavirus have influenced a significant change in many consumer habits—from a substantial increase in Netflix subscriptions and wide-range acceptance of platforms like Zoom to a boost in curbside pickup and delivery of goods. Life in physical isolation has become truly digital, with online shopping at the… Continue reading KPI — April: Automotive Aftermarket

KPI — April: New and Used Vehicle Sales

New Vehicle Market Data Vehicle sales continued to nose dive in relation to COVID-19, with March total new-vehicle sales down 37.9% year-over- year. The March SAAR plummeted to 11.4 million—down from 16.7 million the month prior and a decrease from 17.3 million last year. Additionally, new vehicle inventories came in over 3.7 million units. •… Continue reading KPI — April: New and Used Vehicle Sales