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AAPEX 2022 Introduces Programs to Attract, Retain Talent

Program aims to introduce students to AAPEX and educating them on the benefits and career opportunities in the industry.

How Technology Can Save Your Shop (Podcast)

Learn how technology actually helps keeps the plates spinning in today’s shop. This podcast is sponsored by AAPEX.

In Business, As Travel, Prep Beats Panic Every Time (Podcast)

Safety briefings are held to ensure you know what to do, just in case. This podcast is presented by AAPEX.

Lessons Learned By Being Back – The Last Word

After two years, our industry finally had its homecoming.

Industry Hits Jackpot in Las Vegas – Were You There?

The drought has ended and the return to trade shows has happened. AAPEX 2021 is in the books. And whether business as usual has now become business as possible, it was great to reconnect with the industry in Las Vegas. By all accounts, AAPEX 2021 exceeded the expectations of exhibitors and attendees. Business was booming,

Here’s Why You Probably Need To Raise Your Labor Rate

If you’re a shop owner you’ve heard from your coaches and your industry suppliers that your labor rate is probably too low. Of course, you’ve heard from your customers that it’s far too high! Who do you believe? As long as you’re competitive to the shop down the street, there’s not much more you need

Automotive Training Options

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

Training – What’s Needed, What’s New & What’s Next

There are only two ways a manager can impact an employee’s output,” said Andy Grove, who was CEO of Intel. “Motivation and Training. If you’re not training, you’re only doing half your job.” Talking Shop With Shop Owner – sponsored by AAPEX 2021 – is here to help you do the WHOLE job.With all of

How The Aftermarket Benefits From The Microchip Shortage

The global microchip shortage has the power to disrupt nearly every consumer purchase, from computers to TVs to refrigerators. But the automotive industry may be the most visible victim of the chip shortage. Drive by any new car lot and you’ll see that supply just hasn’t been able to keep up with demand. ShopOwner editor

AAPEX To Open Joe’s Garage For Product & Equipment Demos

A shop on the show floor will allow service and repair professionals to see new products, tools and equipment in action.

Podcast: Crowds, Conventions And Coming Back

NHRA Top Fuel Champ Clay Millican loves the crowds at a racetrack and, now that events are being held live again, he can’t wait to go to work each week. He shares his thoughts on learning that he’s a Hall of Famer, how fans have made his job even more rewarding and how excited he

AAPEX 2021 Opens Nominations For Service & Repair Awards

AAPEX will announce and honor recipients of the three prestigious awards on Nov. 2, during the Keynote Session at this year’s in-person event.