For many in the automotive aftermarket, Roy Shannon was Atlantic Canada. Throughout a career spanning five decades and roles with manufacturers, distributors and sales agencies, he continued to exemplify the values of industry support, customer commitment and...
Rules for delivery drivers, as inspired by the Three Laws of Robotics There may be those among you who are familiar with the “Three Laws of Robotics" penned by science fiction author Isaac Asimov: A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow...
One of the most critical issues facing your trade customers is the need to keep up-to-date with the many technological advancements being packed into cars, and the implications that will have on their business. Technological change is not new, butsome of the core...
If there were a single theme that ran through most of the most-read automotive aftermarket stories of 2019, it would be growth. From announcements by distribution organizations to retail service chains, most of the top stories from 2019 had their roots in confidence...
While there are few who will disagree that electric vehicles will form a greater proportion of vehicle fleets going forward, who will dominate and what technologies will come to the forefront is less clear. According to research by IDTechEx, newcomers to the...
After 45 years of success in British Columbia, Lordco Auto Parts Ltd. has expanded into Alberta with a new location opening in Calgary near the Calgary Auto Mall. “Lordco Auto Parts is very excited to enter the Alberta market with our new superstore in Southeast...
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc., shareholders and suppliers have descended on Miami's Turnberry Isle for updates, networking, and to celebrate the best performers. The annual Winter Shareholder Meeting for the headquarters of the Auto Value stores being held...
The Young Professionals in the Aftermarket committee of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada held its Holiday Networking Reception in Toronto recently. The event, held at the Rec Room located at Roundhouse Park in downtown Toronto, near the CN Tower, Rogers...
The emissions control system is one of the more mysterious areas of vehicle functions for many consumers. Those who have mandatory emissions testing in their provinces generally assume that if the vehicle passes the test, there’s nothing else to worry about. Those...