Key lessons can arrive at the start of a career, or when the time comes to make a decision that can change everything. In our latest Indie Garage cover story, three shop owners share the training that changed their outlook and transformed their leadership style.This...
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “Aftermarket Restoration Sheet Metal (Pros, Cons & SOPs).”Automotive aftermarket sheet metal manufacturing has been industry...
The Automotive Aftermarket Product Expo (AAPEX) student competition is returning to the show this year with double the number of schools involved – and triple the number of teams. Nine teams from seven high schools and technical colleges are sending students to...
ASE Connects helps students at every stage of their automotive, diesel and collision service careers connect with shops and dealerships through its free student profiles. Whether searching for internships, preparing for their first shop tour or seeking a full-time...
ASE Connects (formerly WrenchWay) invites shops and dealerships in the automotive, diesel and collision industries to participate in the latest Quarterly Service Snapshot to gain valuable benchmarking data and see how their service department compares to others...
For independent repair shops, competing with dealerships isn't always about price. A new study from the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA) examines how Canadian vehicle owners choose service providers, offering the latest insight into what brings...
Fountain Tire is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2026, marking seven decades of growth, partnership and service. From a single garage in Wainwright, Alberta, the company has grown into one of Canada’s largest tire and automotive service providers, with 170 stores,...
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “Modern Ignition Technology.” In this webinar, Philip Austin with Niterra/NGK Pro Training - Powered by Shop Squad, will show how the...
Leroy Martin (right), diagnostic expert and AARO Board Member, and Jake Dakker (left), shop owner, hosting Friday's diagnostics specialist course. The inaugural AARO TechX Summit is underway this week through September 26th at the Hilton Garden Inn in Mississauga,...