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Wakefield appoints new regional manager
December 18, 2023 by Adam Malik

Wakefield Canada announced Jeoffrey Boutet as its new regional sales manager for Eastern Canada. In the role, Boutet will oversee the company’s sales team in Quebec and Atlantic provinces. With more than 10 years of strong sales performance in his roles…

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Dayco expands core product line
December 18, 2023 by Adam Malik

Dayco is introducing 140 part numbers in the coming months and making a strategic effort to have specific top-selling parts guaranteed in stock. The ‘Top Movers’ project will ensure that Dayco’s top high-volume part numbers are always in stock for…

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Hofmann adds new wheel balancer
December 18, 2023 by Adam Malik

The new Hofmann Armored Series 2400P wheel balancer has been introduced. It features an ergonomic design and a compact framework that ensures maximum capability without occupying excessive space. The high-resolution touchscreen display and intuitive interface help users navigate the balancer.…

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EnerSys adds new automotive auxiliary power option
December 18, 2023 by Adam Malik

EnerSys is now offering customers the first-ever Thin Plate Pure Lead (TPPL) Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) power solution for automotive auxiliary applications with the Odyssey ODS-AGM14 battery. “This is a market where customer demand is high but dependable options are scarce,”…

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New Bluetooth TPMS from Dill
December 18, 2023 by Adam Malik

Dill recently debuted its new Bluetooth Aftermarket Tire Pressure Monitoring System. It’s a retrofit TPMS system made using OE components. The system uses sensors that mount inside the tire for the safest and most accurate way to measure tire pressure…

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Enhanced Media: More insights from the 2023 Shop of the Year
December 18, 2023 by Auto Service World Staff

Thanks for checking out the Enhanced Media portion of the CARS December 2023 issue. We’re bringing you more from Mike Howard, manager of garage operations at Art Turney’s Garage, the winner of the 2023 Shop of the Year. He chatted…

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Customer service trends the aftermarket needs to know about
December 15, 2023 by Adam Malik

The automotive aftermarket needs to build a better customer service experience. It needs to be more of a customer-centric process, according to an industry expert. One, a customer should be able to do business with you whenever, wherever and however…

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Alliance holds winter meetings
December 15, 2023 by Adam Malik

The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance held its annual Winter Shareholders Meeting in Florida recently. With 500 in attendance at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry in Aventura, Florida, it was the largest gathering of shareholders and channel partners to date. The…

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The 2023 Shop of the Year winner is…
December 14, 2023 by Adam Malik

CARS magazine is proud to announce the Shop of the Year 2023 winner: Art Turney’s Garage. Located in Peterborough, Ontario, Art Turney’s Garage was chosen for its dedication to fostering a successful shop by encouraging training, allowing for a flexible…

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Where the safety concerns are for large pickups
December 14, 2023 by Adam Malik

Test results found that four large pickups offer strong side protection but raise concerns around backseat protection for passengers. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s updated side crash test  gave good ratings to the 2023 Ram 1500 crew cab, Ford…

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Drivers continue to rack up road travel
December 13, 2023 by Adam Malik

Despite concerns, gasoline consumption in Canada has not only shown resilience but is now peaking past pre-pandemic levels. How much people drive is a key variable for the automotive aftermarket, indicating long-term health for the industry, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants observed…

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Vancouver auto show to finally make its return
December 13, 2023 by Adam Malik

After a four-year hiatus, the Vancouver International Auto Show will return in 2024. The show will return to the Vancouver Convention Centre (VCC). Tickets to the show were released in late November. The show is presented by the New Car…