NAPA hosts Expo in Las Vegas - Auto Service World
WEBAug 11, 2022 · The entrance to the show floor of NAPA Expo 2022. The event was supposed to take place in April 2022, but the COVID-19 pandemic squashed the event. With the green light, Expo 2022 was held at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas from July 18-21. The event featured repair shop and store owner attendees from 15 countries, 280 exhibitors on the show ...
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WEBSep 17, 2024 · Top Stories Latest News Featured Stories ‘When you’re part of this business, it’s part of you’ Ryan Bruno has a long family history in this industry. He’s bringing his experiences growing up in the family collision business as well as time spent in other sectors into his role as the incoming chair of AIA Canada. […]
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WEBSep 10, 2024 · Inflation drives up auto maintenance costs in Canada. September 12, 2024 Auto Repair & Service By Adam Malik. Read More.
Understanding diesel exhaust aftertreatment systems
WEBDec 22, 2020 · In the modern diesel exhaust aftertreatment system, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) solution is injected into the exhaust stream in a spray of tiny droplets. The diameter of these droplets range from 100 to 200 µm. (For reference, a human hair ranges from about 25 to 181 μm in diameter.) From there, the exhaust works its way through the selective ...
Details on the Mercedes-Benz diesel class actions settlement
WEBDec 14, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz’s American and Canadian operations have agreed to a settlement on a diesel emissions class action lawsuit. The agreement affects about 83,000 BlueTEC diesel vehicles in Canada. The proposed settlement, announced by law firm Koskie Minsky LLP, will provide cash payments and other benefits to current and former owners and lessees.
Wheel alignment specs - Auto Service World
WEBSep 13, 2024 · Wheel alignment specs. John Bean comprehensive wheel alignment specifications have been updated and released, providing the best coverage offered at an even better value. The upgraded specs include the most extensive coverage for vehicles worldwide and feature up to 35 years of vehicle history. “In order to provide our customers with the most ...
Tech shortage continues to worsen: new study - Auto Service World
WEBSep 16, 2020 · The U.S. will be short approximately 642,000 automotive, diesel, and collision technicians by 2024 if current trends hold, according to a new study by TechForce Foundation. The Phoenix, Ariz.-based non-profit group has just released its 2020 Transportation Technician Supply & Demand Report, with its conclusion that the transportation technician shortage continues to worsen. The 2020 […]
Which shop will survive? - Auto Service World
WEBApr 28, 2015 · The benchmark for net profit for an automotive shop is 20% of sales. That means if 7% is required for retained earning, the remaining 13% is required to pay for the return on investment. You can see that Charity Auto is $103,076 short of the required profit to have the retained earnings and return on investment it needs.
Delphi Launches Online Catalog To Locate Parts
WEBMar 17, 2011 · Delphi announced the launch of its new online eCatalog parts locator. This easy-to-use website (go.delphi.com) allows technicians and part stores to find the part they need faster through less “clicks.”Customers will not only find the right part for the right repair for 59 vehicle manufacturers, but also be able to see all …
Advance Auto Parts acquires General Parts International for $2.04 ...
WEBOct 16, 2013 · The all-cash transaction with an enterprise value of $2.04 billion has created the largest North American retailer of auto aftermarket parts in North America, with annual sales of over $9.2 billion and more than 70,000 team members. The transaction has been approved by the boards of directors of both companies.