As the aftermarket is becoming more sensitive to economic changes and variations in consumer income and purchase activity, it is becoming less recession resistant, report finds.
Aftermarket Matters
Both organizations collectively deliver a truckload of bikes and gifts to Toys for Tots in time for the holidays.
Here's what Colorado installers and parts distributors need to know regarding the new regulation effective Jan. 1.
New regulation prohibits aftermarket catalytic converters on vehicles originally equipped with a converter unless exempted.
Every year, hundreds of new laws are enacted that impact California automotive repair dealers. Here is a brief summary of some key measures and programs that take effect January 1, 2021, unless otherwise noted.
Sale of automotive brakes containing more than 5 percent copper will be prohibited to limit the amount of copper in waterways; by 2025, brakes must contain less that 5 percent copper.
Christmas Day saw the lowest average car count on the week at 1.7, yet it also experienced the highest average repair order (ARO) at nearly $967; see how shops in different regions across the U.S. performed compared to other areas.
