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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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Read Jobber Nation Sept./Oct. here!

Read Jobber Nation Sept./Oct. here!

This issue of Jobber Nation includes focused advice for automotive aftermarket professionals on the Brake Market, Ontario's Inspection System, the latest J.D. Power Market Data, CARQUEST Canada's major investment, tips on store design, getting organized,Copies are on...

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The Right Oil Filter for Every Need

The Right Oil Filter for Every Need

(SPONSORED CONTENT) By FRAM You may wonder what is the biggest threat to your engine?  The answer is tiny – even microscopic – particles. If not properly filtered, these particles can accumulate inside the engine, potentially causing significant damage to its...

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Atlantic Canada’s aftermarket weathers Hurricane Fiona

Atlantic Canada’s aftermarket weathers Hurricane Fiona

Some of the damage in Port aux Basques, Newfoundland and Labrador, caused by post tropical storm Fiona. Devastation is widespread here and in other parts of Atlantic Canada, but closures due to power and internet outages seem the extent of the impact for the...

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This is a call: Repair barriers to aftermarket from the field

This is a call: Repair barriers to aftermarket from the field

The Automotive Industries Association of Canada has put out a call to members of the automotive aftermarket for concrete examples of barriers to repair information. This latest move is part of an ongoing campaign to gain Right to Repair legislation in Canada. The...

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