UAP’s Alain Primeau takes a look at the aftermarket industry then, now, and tomorrow. Alain Primeau’s journey in the aftermarket started when he was brought into a sales management role in UAP Inc.’s heavy-duty traction division, more than two decades ago. It’s also...
The Annual Shad's R&R Canadian aftermarket fundraiser exceeded its stretch goal of $6 million dollars in cumulative funds raised, a fitting milestone during it's 50th annual event. This year’s event brought in some 300 participants, a bona fide sellout in a year...
APD-Automotive Parts Distributors has appointed experienced aftermarket sales professional Greg Alfred to head up its Quick Lube Program in Western Canada. Greg Alfred Alfred comes to APD-Automotive Parts Distributors with an extensive sales background and most...
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers has released a new research report that explores the rapidly evolving market for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in the aftermarket. Titled "ADAS Aftermarket Service Ecosystem 2035: Navigating the ADAS Adoption Curve," the report...
AIA Canada has released a new Consumer Behaviour Series report, What does this button do? Exploring consumer views of modern vehicle technology. This report explores the behaviours, attitudes, and preferences of Canadian vehicle owners on vehicle technology,...
Blue Streak-Hygrade Motor Products, Standard Motor Products' entity in Canada, has announced a set of appointments realigning Canadian sales operations on the retirement of Dave Desmarais, National Sales Manager. Desmarais' retirement became official March 31, 2025,...
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New car sales are a great indicator of a lot of things: consumer confidence, the related issue of consumers' collective stomach for debt, the health of the economy at large, and, as we have learned over the pandemic, the ability of the automotive supply chain to...
JANUARY 21, 2025 UPDATE "America First Trade Policy": In the lead up to the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump on January 20, 2025, word emerged of a memo the President would sign directing agencies to study the issue of tariffs and border security. Such a...