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SUMMARY:Expo Hours
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URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/expo-hours-3/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Levels 1 & 2 and AAPEX Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T073000
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SUMMARY:Registration Open
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URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/registration-open-4/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 1 Lobby and AAPEX Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T084500
DTSTAMP:20260927T160730Z
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SUMMARY:MEMA 2026 Media Breakfast Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Start your AAPEX day with an exclusive MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers breakfast and executive media roundtable focused on the issues shaping the automotive aftermarket.\n \nThe discussion will cover market conditions and outlook\, tariffs and trade\, USMCA\, the REPAIR Act\, and key priorities heading into 2027. Reporters will also have the opportunity to meet Emily Poladian\, President of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers\, and hear directly from MEMA leadership about the challenges and opportunities facing suppliers.\n \nDesigned as a candid\, small-group conversation rather than a press conference\, the 45-minute roundtable will encourage questions\, discussion and direct engagement with MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers President\, Emily Poladian. \n \nSpace is limited. Please register here to reserve your seat: https://mema.my.site.com/members/s/lt-event?id=a1fRb00000JvBzt
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/mema-am-member-media-industry-breakfast-briefing/
LOCATION:The Venetian\, Media Center\, Casanova 501-502
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T084500
DTSTAMP:20260927T160636Z
CREATED:20260722T185716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160636Z
UID:10000511-1793775600-1793781900@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Women in Auto Care Breakfast and Women in Auto Care Awards
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate and honor the incredible women and industry allies who are making an impact in the automotive aftermarket. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect\, be inspired\, and recognize outstanding achievements within our community \nRegistration is required. Tickets are $60 each.  (https://my.autocare.org/events/event-registration/?id=5114d4ed-2179-f011-95f2-7c1e52ad49a0)
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/women-in-auto-care-breakfast-and-women-in-auto-care-awards/
LOCATION:The Venetian\, Veronese Ballroom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160839Z
CREATED:20260824T193941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160839Z
UID:10000523-1793730600-1793736000@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:OAC Global Reception
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URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/oac-global-reception/
LOCATION:Flight Club Las Vegas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160635Z
CREATED:20260716T182151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160635Z
UID:10000509-1793727000-1793737800@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:AIA Canada Night 2026
DESCRIPTION:Canada Night\, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s premier networking event\, returns to Las Vegas during AAPEX and SEMA. In an environment where connection and collaboration drive success\, Canada Night offers a unique opportunity to build and strengthen relationships with key players and decision-makers from across the Canadian aftermarket supply chain. \nHosted during one of the industry’s busiest weeks\, the event brings Canadian companies and professionals together in one place to connect with industry peers\, customers\, suppliers\, and partners attending the shows. \nFor more information\, CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/aia-canada-night-2026/
LOCATION:HaSalon at The Venetian® Resort Las Vegas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T183000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160639Z
CREATED:20260722T185720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160639Z
UID:10000512-1793725200-1793730600@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Import Vehicle Community Fabulous Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Fabulous Networking Reception brings together influential leaders and key players from the import nameplate segment of the aftermarket industry. Designed to foster meaningful connections\, the event offers attendees a chance to explore new opportunities and expand their professional networks. This is a ticketed event for Import Vehicle Community members\, sponsors\, and guests. \n*Tickets required; contact angela.chiang@autocare.org with ticket inquiries.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/import-vehicle-community-fabulous-networking-reception/
LOCATION:The Venetian Hotel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T180000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160530Z
CREATED:20260428T145420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160530Z
UID:10000498-1793721600-1793728800@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Beers and Gears Reception
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URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/beers-and-gears-reception/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Joe’s Garage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160724Z
CREATED:20260722T185723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160724Z
UID:10000515-1793719800-1793723400@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Winning Lifelong Customers®: Stop Chasing Strangers
DESCRIPTION:Drawing from more than 30 years of leadership experience\, including Chick-fil-A\, H-E-B\, and organizations across retail\, banking\, healthcare\, and service industries\, Ed Howie demonstrates how customer retention becomes an operational advantage rather than simply a marketing initiative. \nParticipants will learn how to: \n\nStop chasing strangers and intentionally grow the customers who already know and trust them.\nCreate clarity around what winning looks like for every employee.\nIncrease customer frequency\, referrals\, and profitability without increasing marketing spend. \nApply the principles of the Wonder of WOOO® (Winning Others Over and Over®) to build stronger customer relationships through intentional leadership and operational consistency.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/winning-lifelong-customers-stop-chasing-strangers/
LOCATION:The Venetian\, Level 2\, iFlex by PAMA Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T160000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160632Z
CREATED:20260427T221713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160632Z
UID:10000491-1793718000-1793721600@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Endeavor & AAPEX Awards
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URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/endeavor-aapex-awards/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160723Z
CREATED:20260722T185723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160723Z
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SUMMARY:PAMA Management Course Highlights
DESCRIPTION:Strong customer service starts with strong shop leadership. In this iFLEX at AAPEX session\, PAMA Education Chair and longtime industry expert Matt Webb will share key customer service best practices for shop managers\, drawn from the recognized PAMA Management Training course. \nAttendees will get a preview of the practical knowledge and skills covered in the course\, including how managers can lead effective teams\, improve daily operations\, strengthen customer interactions\, and uphold the high standards expected across the oil and lube change industry. \nDesigned for shop owners\, managers\, and team leaders\, this session will offer valuable insight into the tools and approaches that help managers create better customer experiences\, build stronger teams\, and support long-term business success.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/pama-management-course-highlights/
LOCATION:The Venetian\, Level 2\, iFlex by PAMA Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T152000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160822Z
CREATED:20260807T172118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160822Z
UID:10000841-1793718000-1793719200@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Before Actionable AI Comes Data: Preparing the Aftermarket for Predictive Decision-Making
DESCRIPTION:AI has the potential to transform aftermarket operations\, but only when built on accurate\, connected\, and usable data. This session explores why clean data is the foundation for automation\, predictive insights\, and smarter decision-making across inventory\, product management\, and customer experience.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/epicor/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Hall A\, AAPEX Stage 3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160538Z
CREATED:20260427T221635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160538Z
UID:10000505-1793717100-1793719800@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:You Need a Tech Now: A 90-Day Hiring Plan for Independent Shops
DESCRIPTION:Most shops don’t have a hiring process. They have a hiring reaction. \nA tech quits. The owner posts on Indeed. Applications trickle in — most unqualified. The few good ones get lost in the shuffle or ghost because nobody followed up fast enough. Weeks turn into months. The empty bay bleeds money. Eventually the owner hires someone out of desperation. Three months later\, they are doing it all over again. \nThis session breaks that cycle. It walks independent shop owners and managers through a simple 90-day hiring system that solves the three problems behind almost every failed hire: not enough applications\, too many unqualified applicants\, and a messy process that loses good candidates before they ever get to an interview. \nAttendees will learn how to generate a steady flow of applications without relying only on job boards\, how to quickly sort qualified candidates from unqualified ones\, and how to run a clean follow-up process that keeps good techs from slipping away. The system is built from eight years of real-world hiring work with over 200 independent repair shops. \nAttendees will leave with a 90-day hiring roadmap\, an applicant filtering guide\, a follow-up script library\, and a workbook they can put to use the same week. This is a hands-on\, tool-based class designed to help shop owners hire faster\, hire better\, and stop losing good candidates to a broken process. \n 
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/you-need-a-tech-now-a-90-day-hiring-plan-for-independent-shops/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 2
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T145000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160738Z
CREATED:20260807T172117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160738Z
UID:10000840-1793716200-1793717400@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:AI-Powered Aftermarket: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Automotive Service\, Diagnostics\, and Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:As vehicles become more complex\, AI is emerging as a powerful tool for technicians and service providers. This presentation examines how AI can enhance diagnostics\, reduce repair times\, and support smarter decision-making across the aftermarket ecosystem.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/magic-engineering-tues-1/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Hall A\, AAPEX Stage 3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160722Z
CREATED:20260722T185722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160722Z
UID:10000514-1793714400-1793718000@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Managing Your Cyber Risk
DESCRIPTION:Cyber-crime is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic exposures in business today. Hardly a day goes by that we don’t hear about a security breach or incident involving the loss of sensitive data to hackers. We will discuss several layers of risk management that will help reduce a business’s exposure as well as coverage options available to transfer the risk to an insurance carrier.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/managing-your-cyber-risk/
LOCATION:The Venetian\, Level 2\, iFlex by PAMA Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160535Z
CREATED:20260427T221312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160535Z
UID:10000468-1793714400-1793718000@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Trends Impacting the North American Aftermarket
DESCRIPTION:Experian Automotive will share an annual overview of key industry trends and new insight affecting the global aftermarket. From the ever-changing new vehicle market\, the path to electrification and the aging of the fleet\, the automotive aftermarket continues to evolve. These trends in the vehicle fleet are impacting aftermarket repair opportunities faster than ever before.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/aapex-general-session/
LOCATION:AAPEX Forum\, AAPEX Forum Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T143000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160926Z
CREATED:20260824T193953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160926Z
UID:10000879-1793714400-1793716200@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Joe's Garage Demos - Autel
DESCRIPTION:ADAS Calibration\, wheel alignment\, and advanced diagnostics system.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/joes-garage-demos-autel/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Joe’s Garage\, Bay 6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T142000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160738Z
CREATED:20260807T172116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160738Z
UID:10000839-1793714400-1793715600@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:From Catalog to Car: How Data Gaps Are Costing the Aftermarket — and What to Do
DESCRIPTION:Parts data failures — wrong fitment\, missing applications\, stale catalog entries — cost the aftermarket billions in returns and lost trust every year. This session traces where data breaks down across the supply chain\, from OEM source data through ACES/PIES to the shop counter and delivers three actionable steps attendees can take immediately. \nPresented by MOTOR Information Systems. Visit them in booth V846!
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/from-catalog-to-car-how-data-gaps-are-costing-the-aftermarket-and-what-to-do/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Hall A\, AAPEX Stage 3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T135000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160737Z
CREATED:20260807T172115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160737Z
UID:10000838-1793712600-1793713800@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Brake Cleaning Evolution: Driven by Safety\, Health & Regulation
DESCRIPTION:Brake cleaning has evolved dramatically in response to changing regulations\, workplace safety standards\, and environmental considerations. This presentation will examine the factors driving innovation in brake cleaner technology and the implications for the automotive aftermarket. Participants will leave with a better understanding of emerging trends\, future challenges\, and opportunities to meet customer and regulatory expectations. \nPresented by CRC Industries Inc. Visit us in booth V3610!
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/brake-cleaning-evolution-driven-by-safety-health-regulation/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Hall A\, AAPEX Stage 3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160624Z
CREATED:20260427T221653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160624Z
UID:10000480-1793710800-1793714400@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:How AI Is Changing Search And What Your Auto Repair Shop Must Do About It
DESCRIPTION:AI is rewriting the rules of search\, and most shop owners don’t even know it’s happening. While your competitors are still trying to “rank” on Google\, AI-powered search is quietly shifting toward recommending shops that look\, sound\, and feel trustworthy\, and only a few are going to make the cut. This class will show you how to be one of them. We’re talking about the kind of visibility that gets you chosen before your customer ever sees a list of links. AI tools like Google’s SGE\, ChatGPT\, and Bing Copilot are deciding which shops to recommend based on signals like reviews\, content\, authority\, and real-world trust. This is your chance to get ahead before the industry catches up. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nWhy AI is changing everything you thought you knew about SEO\nThe trust signals that matter now — and how to build them fast\nHow to get your shop recommended by AI (and not ignored)\nReal-world steps you can take today to future-proof your visibility\nIf you skip this\, your competitors won’t\, and they’ll be the ones getting found\, booked\, and trusted.\n\nThis is the class everyone will wish they took six months from now. Be the shop that’s one step ahead.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/how-ai-is-changing-search-and-what-your-auto-repair-shop-must-do-about-it/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T134500
DTSTAMP:20260927T160540Z
CREATED:20260427T221644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160540Z
UID:10000506-1793710800-1793713500@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:ASE 2026 Updates
DESCRIPTION:Matt Shepanek ASE’s VP or Credential Testing Programs will go over the ASE test workshop process and talk about some exciting new inititives in the works.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/ase-2026-updates/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 2
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T133000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160918Z
CREATED:20260824T193942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160918Z
UID:10000867-1793710800-1793712600@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Joe's Garage Demos - Solid Start
DESCRIPTION:Extend the life of your vehicle through preventative maintenance. – Automotive maintenance and performance.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/joes-garage-demos-solid-start/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Joe’s Garage\, Bay 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T133000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160731Z
CREATED:20260807T155539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160731Z
UID:10000830-1793710800-1793712600@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Celebrity Session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/celebrity-session/
LOCATION:AAPEX Forum\, AAPEX Forum Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T133000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160638Z
CREATED:20260722T185719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160638Z
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SUMMARY:Import Product and Marketing Awards Presentation
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/import-product-and-marketing-awards-presentation/
LOCATION:AAPEX Forum\, Auto Care Booth #F16626
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160721Z
CREATED:20260722T185721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160721Z
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SUMMARY:NOLN State of the Industry Updates
DESCRIPTION:Gain valuable perspective on where the oil and lube change industry stands today and where it is headed next. In this iFLEX at AAPEX session\, National Oil & Lube News — the industry’s leading magazine — will present a State of the Industry update designed specifically for quick lube and preventive maintenance professionals. \nThis session will highlight key trends\, challenges\, and opportunities shaping the industry\, including market conditions\, operator priorities\, customer expectations\, service growth\, workforce considerations\, and the evolving competitive landscape. Attendees will walk away with a broader understanding of the forces influencing their businesses and the insights they need to plan\, adapt\, and grow. \nWhether you are an owner\, operator\, manager\, supplier\, or industry partner\, this session will provide a timely look at the current state of the industry and what it may mean for the future of oil and lube change operations.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/noln-state-of-the-industry-updates/
LOCATION:The Venetian\, Level 2\, iFlex by PAMA Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160434Z
CREATED:20260427T221126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160434Z
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SUMMARY:Charging Pains and Battery Drains for EVs and I.C.E.
DESCRIPTION:Delphi’s senior instructor Dave Hobbs will bring intermediate to advanced technicians up to date on the evolution and operation of charging systems and diagnostics of 12-volt battery drains for BOTH I.C.E. (gas and diesel only) and Electrified vehicles. (Hybrids\, Plug-In Hybrids and Electric Vehicles). \nTopics include: \n\n12V Battery & Charging System Update\n12V Battery Parasitic Drain Diagnostics\nMHEV Charging System Update\nHEV\, PHEV & EV Charging System Update\nIntro to EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) Featuring a live demonstration testing a level 1 J1772 charge cable\n\nTo register for this session\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/charging-pains-and-battery-drains-for-evs-and-i-c-e/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Joe’s Garage\, Bay 3
CATEGORIES:Vehicle Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T133000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160929Z
CREATED:20260922T160933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160929Z
UID:10000884-1793707200-1793712600@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:A Conversation with Mark Wahlberg
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/a-conversation-with-mark-wahlberg/
LOCATION:AAPEX Forum\, AAPEX Forum Stage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T122000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160736Z
CREATED:20260807T172114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160736Z
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SUMMARY:Why Most Aftermarket B2B Commerce Launches Fail
DESCRIPTION:B2B buyers in the automotive aftermarket — repair shops\, fleet managers\, and dealers — have already moved their procurement online\, and the distributors and suppliers who built digital commerce infrastructure early are pulling ahead. But most mid-market companies still launch ecommerce the wrong way: treating fitment accuracy\, ERP integration\, and account-level pricing as ‘phase two’ features instead of the table stakes that wholesale buyers require on day one. This session draws on firsthand experience with mid-market aftermarket replatforming projects to share the patterns that separate high-ROI commerce launches from expensive rebuilds — and a practical framework attendees can apply to their own digital roadmap. \nPresented by Classy Llama. Visit us in booth V933!
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/why-most-aftermarket-b2b-commerce-launches-fail/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Hall A\, AAPEX Stage 3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T122000
DTSTAMP:20260927T160733Z
CREATED:20260807T155540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160733Z
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SUMMARY:Ride Control: The Most Overlooked SAFETY System in the Bay
DESCRIPTION:Modern Alignment in ADAS and EV world. Increase Profitability in the bay and parts store. \nPresented by FCS Automotive International. Visit them in booth F13022!
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/fcs-tues-session/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T124500
DTSTAMP:20260927T160443Z
CREATED:20260427T221150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T160443Z
UID:10000455-1793706300-1793709900@www.aapexshow.com
SUMMARY:Turn Reviews Into Raving Fans: Win the Google Game (Even with 1-Stars!)
DESCRIPTION:If Google is the new word of mouth\, your reviews are shouting your story to the world—good and bad. In this high-energy session\, Jimmy Lea shows you how to turn casual reviewers into raving\, referring superfans and weaponizing your Google profile for growth. \nYou’ll discover why you need every flavor of review—1\, 2\, 3\, 4\, and 5 stars—to look real\, trustworthy\, and irresistible. Then we’ll dive into exactly how to answer glowing praise\, painful truths\, and the dreaded “Mayor of Crazy Town” without losing your cool or your customers. \nYou’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at the three phases of removing toxic or fake reviews—and what to document\, save\, and screenshot so Google actually listens. Walk out with a plug-and-play review playbook you can hand to your team and start cashing in on tomorrow. \nActionable Takeaways: \n\nMake Every Star Work for You: Turn 1–5 star reviews into proof\, personality\, and powerful social proof that converts skeptical shoppers into buyers.\nSteal Jimmy’s Response Scripts: Copy and customize battle-tested replies for 5-star love\, fair criticism\, and unhinged 1-stars from the “Mayor of Crazy Town.”\nUse the 3-Phase Review Removal Plan: Follow a simple\, repeatable process to flag\, escalate\, and remove fake or policy-breaking reviews.\nBuild Your “Review Intelligence” Vault: Learn how and why to archive reviews\, profiles\, and patterns so you can improve training\, systems\, and marketing.\nTurn Happy Customers into a Hype Squad: Install easy\, no-pressure habits that get more Google reviews\, more often—so your next new customer feels like they already know you.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/turn-reviews-into-raving-fans-win-the-google-game-even-with-1-stars/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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