Auto Service World

An ageing vehicle population and a shift toward larger vehicles are expected to drive steady growth in the automotive aftermarket over the next decade, according to a new industry study. Consultants with PwC Strategy& told attendees of the recent MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Vision Conference that increasing vehicle age, combined with changing consumer preferences, is expanding […]

Confidence among chief executives dropped sharply in the second quarter of 2026 as concerns about economic conditions, geopolitical risks and technology disruptions weighed on sentiment. The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence fell to 47 in Q2 2026 from 59 in the previous quarter, slipping below the neutral threshold of 50 and signalling more negative […]

A new trade exhibition for Canada’s automotive aftermarket and broader automotive industry is coming in 2027 with the launch of Autoteknik Canada. A business-to-business event designed to connect suppliers, distributors, repair professionals, fleets, dealers and technology providers, it’s organized by Toronto-based ExhibitIQ Media Inc. The inaugural event will take place June 9-11, 2027, at The […]

Schumacher Electric Corporation announced that Joseph Rainone is its new chief executive officer. The move was effective July 14, 2026. Rainone has more than three decades of executive leadership experience across consumer products, manufacturing, retail and e-commerce. According to the announcement, He has led organizations through periods of transformation and growth, building high-performing teams, strengthening market-leading […]

Plews & Edelmann has introduced Edelmann Elite remote reservoirs, a new line of replacement power steering reservoirs designed to improve fluid quality and help protect power steering pumps from premature failure. Remote reservoirs serve as the fluid source for power steering pumps, storing fluid, allowing air to separate from returning fluid, and filtering contaminants […]

GripEdge Tools has introduced the 1/4-inch drive standard flex head 7/16 hex low-profile dual action driver ratchet (DFRA6572), a compact solution designed for professionals working in tight and restricted spaces. Intended for automotive, aerospace, industrial maintenance, and fabrication applications, the ratchet combines precision, durability, and ergonomic design to improve access and control in confined work […]

Ranger has introduced the LS45DS wheel balancer, featuring sonar and laser technology for automated measurement and improved accuracy. The system detects wheel dimensions, guides weight placement, and reduces manual input to speed up service. Designed for high‑volume shops, it supports wheels up to 145 pounds and offers multiple balancing modes. A quick‑release clamping system and collet‑based centering improve efficiency and reduce the risk of wheel damage during service.

It’s time to recognize the top parts distributor in Canada! The annual Jobber of the Year Award is ready to recognize the best of the best in the Canadian automotive aftermarket. The prestigious award, presented by Jobber News, honours the top parts distributor in Canada. Pat’s Auto Supply, based in Grande Prairie, Alberta, took home […]

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Standard Motor Products has entered into a split joint venture with Techstrong Holdings Limited to create Techstrong Electronics (Thailand) Company Limited. The move expands its manufacturing footprint in automotive sensors while seeking to strengthen supply chain resilience. The new venture, known as SMP Techstrong, gives SMP a 50 per cent stake in an established sensor […]