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Earn Customer Trust with Ideal Spark Plugs for GDI Engines

Earn Customer Trust with Ideal Spark Plugs for GDI Engines

(SPONSORED CONTENT) By Autolite One of the key factors for a shop’s success is its reputation for customer service. While you cannot change the way vehicles and parts are manufactured, you can offer confident recommendations to customers on which parts will work best...

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Your Aftermarket Election Playbook

Your Aftermarket Election Playbook

As I'm sure you all know by now we have an election coming. September 20th in Canada, the politicians are doing their darndest to make us all feel like their best friend attentive to every whim that we might express. As you are probably also aware the right to repair...

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AAPEX and SEMA reaffirm commitment to Las Vegas events

AAPEX and SEMA reaffirm commitment to Las Vegas events

In recent days the organizers of the AAPEX and SEMA automotive aftermarket events have reaffirmed their commitment to holding the events safely, even as COVID-19 variants force up cases and concerns. “At a time when COVID is back in the headlines, SEMA wants you to...

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The Shipshape Shipping Department

The Shipshape Shipping Department

By Paul Reed Your shipping and receiving area benefits from smart space planning, just as other areas do. And in some cases, it’s about more than raising productivity – it can be a safety issue as well. Paul Reed The Showroom Guy info@theshowroomguy.com The...

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Remembering John Maslack

Remembering John Maslack

John Maslack, who led Maslack Supply from a three person, 760 square foot operation in Sudbury, Ont. , to a 13 location fixture throughout Northern Ontario, will be remembered as both a successful entrepreneur and a committed member of the communities that Maslack...

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Lordco renews support for charity cruise car show

Lordco renews support for charity cruise car show

Lordco Auto Parts has announced it is once again stepping on board to support the 2021 Langley Good Times Cruise-In, Western Canada's largest charity car show, with a $15,000 cash sponsorship.  "The Langley Good Times Cruise-In is a must-attend event for auto...

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Creating a Winning Impression: Tips and Techniques

Creating a Winning Impression: Tips and Techniques

By Norm Rose, Excel Sales Consulting Because of these unprecedented times we are living through today, customers are looking for professional experiences where they feel safe. Norm Rose Excel Sales Consulting nrose@excelsalesconsulting.com www.excelsalesconsulting.com...

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UAP acquires Trois-Rivieres’ Pieces d’auto Simon Andre

UAP acquires Trois-Rivieres’ Pieces d’auto Simon Andre

UAP, a leader in automotive parts distribution and merchandising, has announced the acquisition of Pièces d’auto Simon André, a family business that has operated in Trois-Rivières since 1979. Founded by Simon André more than 40 years ago, the company has diversified...

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