The automotive repair industry is racing to keep up with rapidly advancing safety technologies, as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) become standard on nearly all new vehicles. As more ...

Finishing the year strong and starting 2026 smarter The end of the year has a way of forcing honesty. Between closing reports, forecasting meetings, and the flurry of next-year conversations, it ...

As artificial intelligence gains a deeper foothold across all industries, young automotive aftermarket pros got an in-depth ...

Succession planning doesn’t mean you’re ready to hang up your boots and leave the shop you built. It means you’re ready for ...

Columbia Auto Group will begin 2026 under new ownership when Sarah Voigt-Austin assumes leadership of the long-standing ...

A strong organizational culture isn’t built overnight. It requires constant attention, honest communication and a commitment to supporting team members through both challenges and opportunities, ...

Thank you for checking out the enhanced media segment from the December issue of CARS magazine. We’re featuring more from our CARS Shop of the Year Award winner, Platinum Automotive Repair and owner ...

Inventory is the lifeblood of the aftermarket — but also one of its biggest risks. Every part sitting too long on a shelf ties up capital. Every part missing from that same shelf costs a sale, and ...

Cars and light trucks are lasting longer and being scrapped less, a trend that is driving growth in aftermarket product use, according to a new report. According to Lang Marketing, two factors are ...

The owners of Mr. Transmission in the U.S. have acquired Mister Transmission in Canada. Moran Family of Brands has entered ...

The automotive sector is facing a wave of cyberattacks, with Renault UK the latest victim after confirming that customer data was stolen in a breach involving a third-party supplier. The compromised ...

Standard Motor Products (SMP) added to its Positive Crankcase Ventilation Program, a key component of its emission control offering. The program includes crankcase breather hoses, filters, PCV valves, ...