20+ hour, 7+ min ago  (212+ words) Training for high'voltage and hybrid vehicles, rising electronic complexity and stronger business fundamentals will define technician education in 2026, according to expert trainers at Worldpac. The distributor said these forces are reshaping what shops and technicians need to learn to stay…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (249+ words) Novus Polish has announced the launch of Aqua Clear, an advanced glass treatment designed to improve clarity, safety, and convenience across automotive, residential and commercial applications. Aqua Clear uses a glass'derived, water'repellent technology that bonds directly with the glass surface…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (217+ words) Mitchell 1 has introduced One Flow Estimator + Inspections, a new bundled experience within its Manager SE shop management system designed to reduce manual estimating and speed customer approvals. The estimator provides VIN'specific estimates that connect directly with digital inspections for a…...

5+ day, 20+ hour ago  (202+ words) Companies are placing greater emphasis on cost control and infrastructure as fleet electrification moves into an execution phase, according to a new report from Element Fleet Management, Arval and Sumitomo Mitsui Auto Service. The 2026 Global Fleet and Mobility Barometer, based…...

1+ week, 20+ hour ago  (157+ words) Honda has partnered with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence to recognize ASE certifications as course credit equivalencies within its manufacturer training program. This move, the companies said, will speed technician development and improve dealer productivity. The program allows…...

1+ week, 19+ hour ago  (228+ words) Premium Guard Inc. has completed its acquisition of key intellectual property and related assets from First Brands Group, closing a transaction first announced in March and advancing the company's push to broaden its aftermarket product portfolio. Premium Guard said the…...

1+ week, 20+ hour ago  (266+ words) CARS reached out to leaders in the automotive repair and service sector of the automotive aftermarket to ask them about their thoughts about the industry over the next 12 months: How will this year be different, what will drive change and…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (168+ words) Wix Filters has expanded its retail presence in Western Canada through a new supply agreement with Lordco Auto Parts, making its full range of passenger car and light truck filters available across the distributor's store network. An announcement from Wix…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (177+ words) Tekmetric has announced the launch of two new products designed to help auto repair shops attract new customers and improve every phone interaction. Unveiled at Tektonic 2026, Tekmetric's industry conference held April 9-11 in Houston, Tekmetric Digital Ads and Tekmetric Phones were…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (255+ words) Worldpac has joined The Pronto Network under a new strategic partnership aimed at strengthening collaboration and expanding support for the independent automotive aftermarket, the two organizations announced. The agreement, which took effect April 1, brings together what the organizations described as…...