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Say Hello to More Gen Z Customers with Lease-to-Own Financing

Nov. 1, 2023
Sponsored Content: Don't let these customers leave empty-handed. Offering alternative ways to pay over time, such as lease-to-own financing, can be a lifeline for your younger...
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Four Things Automotive Retailers Should Know About Consumer Financial Insecurity

Sept. 1, 2023
Sponsored Content: Automotive retailers can help their customers who are struggling financially while also growing their business.
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Top Tips: Brake Jobs for ADAS-Equipped Vehicles

July 17, 2023
Before you perform brake service on vehicles with ADAS, keep these key considerations in mind.
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How to Help Customers With Subprime Credit Scores Get What They Need

July 11, 2023
Is offering alternative financing right for your business? Here are answers to questions you may have about the subprime customer segment and your business.
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A Closer Look: Ignition Coils

June 2, 2023
Sponsored Content: Read along for more technical information on how to diagnose a failed coil, and why the original equipment manufacturer’s coil may not be the best replacement...

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Grow Your Business at AAPEX 2022

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With AAPEX’s biggest event in Las Vegas right around the corner (November 1-3), we sat down with Lucas Underwood and David Roman -co-hosts of the Auto Shop Owners Group (ASOG)...
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Ask the Expert: AAPEX- Michael Flink

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Ratchet and Wrench sat down with Michael Flink, Director of Sales for Diagnostics, Battery Test, Immobilizer, and Strategic accounts at AUTEL Automotive Intelligence USA, to learn...
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Ask the Expert: AAPEX- Vic Tarasik

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Ask the Expert: AAPEX- Rick White and Kathleen Long

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A Closer Look: Oil Filter Housing Assemblies

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The Top Five Reasons to Use Digital Vehicle Inspections

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Emerging Vehicle Technologies Show No Sign of Slowing

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What's Age Got To Do With It?

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The auto industry is not that old when you think about it, and some of the founders and pioneers are still in our midst. As young professionals at AAPEX, we have the ability and...
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How Lease-to-Own Financing Can Boost Your Bottom Line

Sept. 1, 2022
With lease-to-own financing, you can capture more sales and yield incredible results for your business.
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What ROI Can You Expect With a Marketing Partner?

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Do you know your marketing budget’s Return on Investment (ROI)? And is it money well spent? For many the answer might be no. You have a shop to run and it’s easy for marketing...
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Tech Tips: Duralast Parts

Aug. 31, 2022
See why Duralast parts are technician's top choice when it comes to affordable and quality parts.
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Ask The Expert: AutoZone Tech Tips with Josh Robinson

Aug. 11, 2022
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Three Things You Can Do To Boost Your Shop’s Web Presence Without Spending a Dime

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Advance Your Business with Text-to-Pay and Online Payment Portals

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Why Brake Pads and Brake Rotors Should Be Replaced Together

July 5, 2022
Every brake job should consist of brake pad and rotor replacement for each axle, as needed, using ultra-premium parts that are designed to work together.
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3 Big Selling Mistakes to Avoid in Your Shop

July 5, 2022
There are a variety of ways to approach sales, and while many have varying degrees of success, there are some that can do major damage to your bottom line. While it’s easy to ...
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The Near and Long-Term Future of Automotive Service Financing

July 1, 2022
A deeper looking into what's coming next in automotive financing
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Selling 101: What it is, what it does, and how it helps YOUR business

June 1, 2022
If a salesperson and the shop owner can master these three steps, provide clarity on all aspects of the repair and the actual transaction, the customer will trust the salesperson...
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Are You Overlooking This Service Opportunity?

June 1, 2022
Each day, installers nationwide have opportunities to add loyal customers and revenue to their business, but by failing to capitalize on these opportunities, installers not only...
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The majority of vehicles on the road today use Electronic Throttle Control (ETC). These systems help improve fuel economy, reduce emissions, protect powertrain components, and...