Opinion Archives - Page 5 of 69 - Brake & Front End
Rolling Profits – Selling Tires At Your Shop

When properly presented the option, your customers will likely want to buy tires from you.

Replacement Parts Quality – Not another rant…

Are replacement parts getting worse? Absolutely NOT.

Automotive Training Options

Understanding how training helps, where you can get it and why It matters.

Diagnostic Strategies For New Technicians

In my textbook, a piston or flame front would not be mentioned until the last chapter of the book.

The Chip Shortage And The Aftermarket

Drive by any new car lot and the evidence is clear – the auto industry may be the most visible victim of chip shortages.

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The New Normal: Full Recovery Or Pricing Reset?

Collision repairers will continue to see pricing affected as the new normal takes shape.

Welcome Back To Road Trip Season

In a recent poll, Hertz found that more than 80% of people surveyed say they plan to take a road trip this summer.

Charging For Diagnostic Labor Time Is Good Business

Diagnostic work is sophisticated and a tech’s time is worth charging for! Here’s why shops shouldn’t give it away!

Work From Home? What Is That?

While some employees argue about working from home, techs and shop owners have continued working without complaint.

DIYers And The Covid Stimulus

Just about every DIYer who calls me would be better off going to a shop instead of doing it on their own.

The Song Of The Road Is Unique To All Ears

Everyone’s personal playlist is different – here’s one 8-track worthy collection of car songs.