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How better charging education could lift EV owner satisfaction, loyalty
2+ week, 2+ day ago (523+ words) Auto Service World How better charging education could lift EV owner satisfaction, loyalty Home charging continues to anchor the electric vehicle ownership experience, but rising electricity costs and limited education are weighing on owner satisfaction, according to the J. D. Power 2026 U. S. Electric…...
From the Magazine: Turbulence, tariffs and the road ahead: What shop owners need to know
2+ week, 3+ day ago (425+ words) It has been a turbulent start to 2026. Between a war in the Middle East, surging energy costs, trade disruptions and a softening domestic labour market, there is no shortage of macro noise for Canadian shop owners to process. The challenge,…...
Warnings of growing black market amid tire collection disruptions
2+ week, 4+ day ago (382+ words) Auto Service World Warnings of growing black market amid tire collection disruptions The Ontario Tire Dealers Association is warning members that persistent tire'collection disruptions may be contributing to the emergence of a black market for tire disposal and is urging…...
What's pushing shops toward older cars, hurting profit
2+ week, 6+ day ago (462+ words) Independent auto repair shops are increasingly working on older vehicles as they struggle to keep pace with rapid advances in automotive technology, said an industry shop coach. Murray Voth, president of RPM Training, said the shift is happening gradually and…...
How constant policy swings are upending business planning
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (472+ words) The U. S. Supreme Court's rejection of a key presidential tariff authority landed in real time during a trade policy presentation to aftermarket suppliers, highlighting how legal and political uncertainty is colliding with long'term manufacturing decisions. Bill Frymoyer, vice president of government…...
Battery replacement still a top DIY task
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (188+ words) Traditional car batteries remain a staple of vehicle maintenance in Canada, accounting for more than $1 billion in aftermarket sales in 2024, according to Des Rosiers Automotive Consultants. Its Light Vehicle Study surveyed more than 4, 500 vehicle owners, highlighting buying habits, preferred outlets…...