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Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! Cavan Robinson is the General Manager at Shop-Ware. Today, he talks about the importance of transparency and community within the aftermarket industry, highlighting its positive impact on business growth. C...

Nominate someone today for the SEMA Board! Braxton covers major shifts in the automotive industry. Carlos Tavares has unexpectedly stepped down as CEO of Stellantis. Amazon is growing its footprint in the auto parts market, and SEMA is actively lobbying against electric vehicle mandates. 

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! Ryan Ragan is the new Executive Director of the Automotive Service and Tire Alliance. Ryan discusses his vision for enhancing value to ASTA members through better programs and innovative training, particula...

Apply for a technician scholarship with the Aftermarket Foundation and NAPA 2024 Voice of Technician Survey Results Webinar Dec 10 at 2 EST Register for the Women in Auto Care Leadership Conference Ford faces two new investigations by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration after delays in recalling vehicles with defective rearview cameras, while Advanced Auto Parts unveils a strategic...

Learn more about JobViewIQ Braxton covers the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's $165 million penalty against Ford. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation is urging Congress to preserve the $7,500 EV tax credit amid the incoming Trump administration’s plans to cut it. Additionally, Braxton shares news about Repairify's integration with CCC1, which aims to enhance ADAS feature identif...

Read more about this year's Women in Auto Care Award Winners MEMA and ACA 2024 Joint EV Trends and Outlook Forecast S ubmit a Nomination for the MEMA 2024 Board of Directors In this episode, Braxton Critcher delves into recent developments in the automotive repair industry. Braxton highlights Yelp's acquisition of Repair Pal for $80 million, which aims to expand its services. Lisa Foshee provides...

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! Lisa Foshee, is the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and General Counsel. She provides an update on the Repair Act, detailing its trajectory and legislative hurdles. She also sheds light on the a...

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! Mark Bogdansky is the Auto Care Association's Vice President of Trade Shows and Community Engagement. Today, he discusses the advantages and challenges of remote work in the automotive repair industry. He a...

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! Garrett Malone and Braxton Critcher discuss the crucial role of technology adaptation in the automotive industry. Garrett emphasizes the impact of COVID-19 on accelerating digital adoption, noting that shop...

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! See Ivan's work In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Ivan Rioja-Scott from Ratchet + Wrench. Ivan discusses his observations from the keynote speaker sessions at AAPEX 2024, highlighting the incre...

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! Find Brian here Braxton Critcher and Brian Walker discuss crucial updates from AAPEX in Las Vegas about Google’s new verification requirements for local business ads. Brian explains the intricacies of Local...

Braxton Critcher covers several important updates from the automotive repair industry. He details the new Google Business profile verification requirements starting November 21st, which aim to combat rising fraud. He also highlights the live demo of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers' new tech training hub happening at AAPEX 2024. Additionally, Braxton mentions the prestigious Shop Hero Awards, emphasizin...

Learn how to navigate at SEMA/AAPEX Learn how to vote in this year's election Braxton Critcher discusses the latest developments in the automotive repair industry. The episode highlights a major shift towards AI-powered in-vehicle voice assistants, driven by a new survey from Soundhound AI Incorporated. Braxton also introduces TireGuru's new Tire Price Optimizer tool, designed to give auto shops a...

Listen to the full episode covering Tekmetric's acquisition of Shopgenie with Sunil Patel and Kieran O'Brien Learn more about the 2024 AAPEX Student Program Nominate someone or an organization for the AACF Humanitarian Award! Braxton Critcher discusses the recent merger between Tekmetric and Shopgenie, highlighting the benefits of an integrated CRM marketing platform for shop owners. Braxton share...

Learn more about the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation and help where you can! In this episode, Braxton is joined by John Kairys, Executive Director of the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF). John discusses the automotive aftermarket community's commitment to supporting those in need, emphasizing the foundation's rapid assistance process and high approval rate. Braxton...

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Kieran O'Brien and Sunil Patel to discuss the breaking news of the merger between Shopgenie and Tekmetric. Kieran and Sunil delve into the strategic decision b...

Listen to our conversation with NASTF Executive Director Donny Seyfer Listen to Good News in Auto Repair with Eric Merchant and Hurricane Relief Help Operation Mechanic Hurricane Relief Braxton Critcher delivers the latest updates on the automotive repair industry. Stellantis' major organizational changes due to weak global demand, and the National Automotive Service Task Force board elections, wi...

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! Vote in this year's NASTF elections! In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Donny Seyfer to discuss the latest happenings in automotive repair news. Donny shares insights on the NASTF election chang...

Donate to Merchant Automotive! In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Kory Rozema, Eric Merchant, and Elijah McMillan from Michigan to discuss good news in auto repair. Elijah introduces a supportive networking group formed with Kory and Eric, highlighting the importance of community and collaboration in the industry. Eric shares his experience organizing a supply drive for storm-impacted...

In this episode, Braxton breaks down the tentative agreement reached between the International Longshoremen's Association and the United States Maritime Alliance, which provides a temporary relief to supply chain disruptions. Elijah shares about the initiative of gathering and delivering supplies to Hurricane Helene victims in North Carolina, highlighting the industry's community spirit. Additiona...

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! Braxton Critcher is joined by Eric Sponhaltz, a member of the Tool and Equipment Committee for the Auto Care Association. Eric provides an in-depth look at the Repair Act, explaining its significance for bo...

In this episode, Braxton Critcher highlights the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Helene, emphasizing the devastation faced by automotive repair shops and the GoFundMe campaign launched by ASTA to support those affected. He discusses the put the Brakes on fakes initiative by the National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center, which aims to combat the rise of counterfeit auto parts with...

Donate here: https://bit.ly/4ejh3qB To request assistance, download your application here: https://bit.ly/3zBONAu and submit your completed application to chet.mottershead@astausa.org by October 11th. Mike Allen joins Braxton and Lucas to discuss the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on automotive repair shops in Western North Carolina. Lucas shares firsthand accounts of the destruction, incl...

In this episode, The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) has announced plans to dissolve its national association by the end of the year, while continuing to support local affiliates. Additionally, the Repair Act's progress in Congress has hit a pause as representatives go on recess, with a vote expected to be reconsidered in November. Lastly, the Institute for Automotive Excellence is...

Today on Good News in Auto Repair, Ed Rosa reveals eye-opening insights into the personal stories of those he helps, emphasizing the prevalent issue of homelessness among employed individuals. Braxton appreciates Ed's dedicated community work and the therapeutic benefits it brings Ed, notably reducing his PTSD symptoms. 00:00 Good news in auto repair: uplifting stories. 04:21 Started nonprofit on...