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Back to school car care tips for consumers

Back to school car care tips for consumers

Drivers should be reminded that car care includes to a full vehicle inspection and be sure, in particular, that brakes are functioning properly. It's back-to-school time and the Car Care Council wants to help families get their vehicles ready for car pools, playdates,...

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Fountain Tire CEO Brent Hesje named to Hall of Fame

Fountain Tire CEO Brent Hesje named to Hall of Fame

Fountain Tire CEO and former chair of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada Brent Hesje has been named to the Tire Industry Association (TIA) 2019 Hall of Fame. The Tire Industry Association also announced the Hall of Fame induction of the late Frank...

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AAPEXedu 2019 tackles aftermarket’s top concerns

AAPEXedu 2019 tackles aftermarket’s top concerns

The 2019 AAPEXedu program will include 10 sessions for automotive aftermarket service professionals, auto parts retailers and warehouse distributors to help them prepare for the future, while also enhancing the service they provide to today’s customers. AAPEX...

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SNAPSHOT: Plug-in Electric Vehicles

SNAPSHOT: Plug-in Electric Vehicles

While Hybrid Electric Vehicles paved the way for electric vehicle adoption, Plug-in Electric Vehicles (PEVs) rule the category now. Battery Electric Vehicles and Plug-In Hybrids are making significant inroads around the world. Adoption varies widely by country due to...

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Selling Premium: Why It’s Worth The Extra Effort

Selling Premium: Why It’s Worth The Extra Effort

By Kevin Leahy Auto Parts Centres, Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Grimsby, Ontario Premium products are usually presented as the better quality alternative, often in a fancier box, and at a premium price. Yet, with automotive service providers who are looking at...

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A Legacy of Distinguished Service

A Legacy of Distinguished Service

In conversation with John MacDonald John MacDonald literally grew up in this business. Satch, the nickname he has carried since childhood, has enjoyed an aftermarket career marked by commitment and service not just to the organization his family founded, but also...

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Trades program offers tire discount, roadside assistance

Trades program offers tire discount, roadside assistance

BFGoodrich Tires has launched a first-of-its-kind tradesmen support program in Canada for the men and women in construction, agriculture, landscaping and other trades that rely heavily on pickup trucks to get work done, offering tire discounts and roadside assistance....

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