The Auto Care Association inaugural event will address how data and AI are reshaping aftermarket industry supply chains and parts distribution.
Aftermarket Matters
Despite improvement, dealers continue to face considerable competition from aftermarket providers focusing on speed and convenience.
High new car prices pressure drivers to keep vehicles longer as they strive to find more value at lower costs for parts and service.
March, however, typically sees stronger sales compared to February, but ongoing affordability issues, inflationary pressures and interest rates are affecting the market.
Legislation impacting auto glass repair and replacement business practices is not going forward; would have required shops to obtain insurance claim numbers.
The longstanding partnership between NAPA and TechForce Foundation has included numerous scholarships and workforce development campaigns.
Idaho becomes 41st state to make it illegal to knowingly manufacture, import, distribute, sell, lease or install counterfeit or nonfunctional air bags.
