The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

As a trade journalist covering the automotive aftermarket, the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) is our Super Bowl, and it takes place in late October/early November every year in Las Vegas, said Shop Owner Editor Josh Cable.

RPM Act Introduced In US House Of Representatives

This bipartisan bill protects Americans’ right to convert street vehicles into dedicated racecars and the motorsports-parts industry’s ability to sell products that enable racers to compete.

Continental Launches Smart City Mobility And Transportation Hub For Safer And Smarter Cities

Using decades of automotive systems expertise, Continental applies proven automotive technology to city infrastructure.

AAPEX 2019 Spotlights Innovative Products, Vehicle Technology

AAPEX 2019 served as the world’s gathering place for automotive aftermarket professionals to conduct business, see new-product launches, participate in advanced training and learn about the hottest trends and vehicle technology.

CarMD 2019 Vehicle Health Index Finds Kia Most Affordable, Mercedes Most Reliable

According to the index, the 2017 Subaru Outback costs least to fix, and the 2017 Honda CR-V is least likely to need check engine repairs.

Toys For Tots Receives Donations From Pep Boys

As a corporate sponsor, Pep Boys donated $25,000 and worked with Toys for Tots to place collection bins in nearly 1,000 locations in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Tabitha Harris Honored With Scholarships From Federated Car Care, Women In Auto Care

Harris is attending University of Northwestern Ohio and plans to major in diesel technology.

MACS To Host Automotive Software & Electronics Boot Camp With Dr. Mark Quarto

The Automotive Software and Electronics Boot Camp with Dr. Mark Quarto will be held at the MACS training center in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, March 23-27, 2020.

VIP Tires & Service ‘Oil Changes For Education’ Program Donates More Than $20K To 5 New England School Districts

The donations were a result of the company’s Oil Changes for Education initiative, a program offering consumers $10 oil changes with 100% of the proceeds going to the local school systems.

Registration Now Open For 2020 Women’s Leadership Conference

The conference, which takes place Feb. 18-20 in Charlotte, North Carolina, provides attendees with dynamic speakers and workshops and updates on industry trends.

The Network Releases 2020 Auto Service Experts And Parts Plus Car Care Center Programs

The new year will feature enhanced partnerships with the Automotive Training Institute (ATI), Identifix by Solera Holdings and Openbay.

Mitchell 1 SocialCRM Marketing Service Offers Online Appointment Request Feature

The feature is integrated with the Manager SE shop management system and allows consumers to request an appointment directly on the shop’s website or from an email sent from the shop.