Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a tool like any other. It needs to be understood. It needs to be specific to the job at hand – specific to automotive in order to meet the challenges we’re facing. When leveraged correctly, it can help build trust between the shop and the consumer through transparent sharing of personalized, vehicle-specific, historical repair information.

The automotive aftermarket industry is experiencing a greater awareness of the nuances of sustainability as the world faces the growing need to address environmental challenges. Embracing and publicizing eco-friendly practices and reducing the ecological footprint has become an expanding focus for businesses within the industry.

Magic Johnson to Speak at AAPEX June 7, 2023 Earvin “Magic” Johnson, NBA Hall of Famer, member of the original Dream Team and Olympic gold medalist, will be the keynote speaker at AAPEX 2023! …

AAPEX has announced the schedule of technical and business management training to keep shop owners, service advisors and technicians ahead of the curve.

AAPEX announced today that Earvin “Magic” Johnson will be the keynote speaker at this year’s event in Las Vegas. 

What’s going on in 2023 and how do you navigate the ups and downs of the service and repair aftermarket? In the short video below, the Aftermarket Radio Network team shares insights and advice on managing the challenges and embracing the opportunities facing the aftermarket in 2023. The speakers – all with many years of experience in the aftermarket – emphasize the need to focus on sales, cost of goods, margins, productivity, cash management, networking, hiring a coach and being optimistic.

Just like the inner workings of our businesses, challenges that arise in the automotive aftermarket are seldomly singular – they all have a cause, an effect and contributing factors. Today’s topic is no different. As we collectively work towards addressing the technician gap or adapting to new vehicle technologies, we must realize that these challenges can’t be talked about in a vacuum – they’re related and can enable us to address both more effectively!

Media Registration is Open! May 10, 2023 Media registration is open for AAPEX 2023! With exhibit space already 95% sold out, AAPEX is your go-to destination for innovative products and technol…

ADAS: The Aftermarket Technology Growth Opportunity Happening Now Tuesday, May 09, 2023 Paul McCarthy ADAS: The Aftermarket Technology Growth Opportunity Happening Now By Paul McCarthy…

Adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the United States has increased substantially the past several years – BEVs accounted for 6% of new vehicle registrations in 2022 and are forecast to reach 56% of vehicles sold in 2035 and 81% in 2045.