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Selling the right brakes for hard working trucks

Selling the right brakes for hard working trucks

By Martha Uniacke Breen Some industry observers have noted that the pandemic has had one interesting effect on the the way Canadians work. There seem to be a lot more light- and medium-duty trucks on the road, especially for small- scale commercial work, whether...

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Fifth Annual Aftermarket Intelligence Issue is here!

Fifth Annual Aftermarket Intelligence Issue is here!

For the fifth time in our history, Jobber Nation and Indie Garage team up to present what we believe is the most comprehensive review of critical market share and customer profile data in Canada’s aftermarket.Also inside, great information, tips and advice on winter...

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AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation closes in on $40K raised

AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation closes in on $40K raised

A key component of the aftermarket’s connection with communities is through charitable giving, and one of the largest and most generous is AIA’s High Fives For Kids Foundation, established in 2005 to allow AIA members and divisions to support Canadian charities that...

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On this Remembrance Day. Lest we forget.

On this Remembrance Day. Lest we forget.

In Flanders Fields BY JOHN MCCRAE In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row,     That mark our place; and in the sky     The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We...

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Combined Carquest/Worldpac DC the first of its kind

Combined Carquest/Worldpac DC the first of its kind

While much of Canada's aftermarket was preparing for the coming winter season and AAPEX Show related initiatives, Carquest Canada and Worldpac were pulling together for the massive task of relocating to the Carquest Auto Parts and Worldpac distribution centre in...

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AAPEX 2022 kicks off in Las Vegas

AAPEX 2022 kicks off in Las Vegas

AAPEX 2022 has kicked off in Las Vegas, Nev., in what many aftermarket professionals expect will be a return to more normal show activity. While an in person show was held in 2021, pandemic related travel restrictions had a significant impact on the event. With most...

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Iridium Spark Plugs Need a Precision Gapping Tool

Iridium Spark Plugs Need a Precision Gapping Tool

(SPONSORED CONTENT) Setting the correct gap is one of the most important details of installing new spark plugs. The correct gap allows the engine to fire on all cylinders, while the wrong gap will not create proper ignition or engine performance, regardless of...

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Aftermarket hits Ottawa to push Right to Repair legislation

Aftermarket hits Ottawa to push Right to Repair legislation

The aftermarket was out in force in Canada’s capital, engaging with federal Members of Parliament and other senior figures on the need for Right to Repair legislation.. On October 18, AIA Canada hosted a Parliament Hill Day, its first in over five years. This major...

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