Smart Shop
A round-up of newly introduced aftermarket products, including some that debuted at the recent AAPEX and the SEMA show.
The new tire changer has an ergonomically friendly design to help simplify and expedite the tire-changing process.
ASE has named Max Caldwell, an instructor in the automotive department at Pratt Community College, as Master Tech of the Year.
The Timeline in-platform benefit is expected to increase communication and engagement across multiple locations.
Akebono adds seven brake SKUs to its EURO and Severe Duty Ultra-Premium disc brake lines.
The automotive aftermarket industry is closely watching its second, serious attempt to turn the Right to Repair Act from bill into law — and we are going about it all wrong.
Critical challenges facing auto service providers have persisted for decades simply because solving these problems is difficult rather than easy.
Hunter Engineering has released updated coverage for its alignment, ADAS and inspection equipment in its 2025 vehicle information database update.
NAPA has partnered with University of the Aftermarket Foundation to provide 20 scholarships for automotive students.
Shop management system software provider TireTutor has released what it is calling the first end-to-end sales platform for tire dealers.
What is Smart Shop?
Tools, tips and technology to operate a smarter shop. Smart Shop assists tire dealers with news and information to understand new business solutions available for service and repairs.
Learn best practices for running your shop, improving services and training — especially around ADAS and TPMS — as well as emerging software solutions. Smart Shop is a repair reference guide for technicians and a hub to learn about latest training opportunities in the industry.