Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) announces the addition of 245 new part numbers to its Standard and Intermotor lines, including 40 park assist camera offerings. The release spans 51 product categories and expands coverage for import and domestic applications...
“Genius” helps Automotive Service Providers drive business
SPONSORED CONTENT Today’s challenging business environment makes it tougher than ever to run shops efficiently and profitably. That’s why Wakefield is pleased to introduce Oil Genius, an exclusive solution that recommends the best products for Automotive Service...
Mitchell 1 texting utility now available in Canada
Mitchell 1 announces MessageCenter, the texting app integrated with the Manager SE shop management system, is now available in Canada. “Texting expedites customer approvals for discovered repair work and enhances customer communication in general,” said Tim McDonnell,...
Check out the latest Indie Garage print edition!
The latest Indie Garage print edition for Canada's automotive aftermarket service community is on its way to readers across Canada, but you can check out the digital flipbook version here! Inside you'll find features for Owners, Technicians, Service Providers and...
Hybrid battery cooling fans from Continental
Continental now offers a wide range of OE quality Hybrid Battery Cooling Fans for popular hybrids from model years 2003-2017. Formerly only available from the dealer, Continental has 16 part numbers available for exact replacement on hybrid models from Ford, GM,...
Nominations open for new AAPEX Service and Repair Awards
Nominations are now open for three new AAPEX awards to recognize and elevate the essential services that service advisors, shop owners and technicians provide to keep the motoring public on the road, even during times of crisis. AAPEX is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 3...
Check out the May/June 2020 issue!
The May/June 2020 issue of Indie Garage print edition is on its way to readers across Canada, but you can check out the digital edition now. Content includes features on how the independent automotive service community has stepped up in response to the COVID-19...
Dead batteries, rusty brakes, square wheels coming to your shop soon
Automotive service professionals across Canada know that the longer their customers' cars sit idle, the more they're going to have a flurry of activity and unhappy clientele as the economy starts to roll again. Shop professionals know that if left unused for too long,...
Quebec allows maintenance as “essential,” pushes back studded tire removal
AIA Canada advises that effective April 15, 2020, the Government of Quebec is amending the list of essential services by adding regular maintenance and repair activities for all vehicles. Previously, the province had imposed a very tight definition of...
Permatex Threadlocker Gels Outperform Liquids
SPONSORED CONTENT -- Permatex, a leading innovator in chemical technology for automotive maintenance and repair, offers a versatile Permatex Gel Threadlocker line formulated to deliver a higher level of accuracy and usability. Liquid threadlockers can drip off the...