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Nissan forced to suspend production in Tennessee

Nissan Motor Co. has become one of the first collateral victims of the recent fire that crippled Novelis’ aluminum recycling plant in Oswego, New York. This division of the Japanese automaker was forced to cancel production at its most important facility — the Smyrna, Tennessee plant — on October 24 and 27 due to a shortage of parts used in the construction of several of its vehicles, including the very popular Rogue SUV

Nissan forced to suspend production in Tennessee

How to Understand and Reduce Your Transaction Fees

This episode explores electronic transaction fees—an important yet often misunderstood expense for repair shops and parts retailers. The use of credit cards has surged since the pandemic, increasing merchants’ dependence on complex and costly payment services. Many see these fees as inevitable, yet they have a direct impact on net profit

How to Understand and Reduce Your Transaction Fees

Auto Parts Stores – Optimizing the Management of New Part Numbers: A Winning Routin

In a recent podcast, Mario Comtois and Jean-François Claveau from PME Guru tackled a crucial issue for auto parts stores: the proactive management of new part numbers. As autumn sets in and activity ramps up, both experts reminded listeners that inventory is the lifeblood of the business. The key challenge: avoiding stockouts on newly demanded products—often discovered through one-off sales and replenished in a rush at higher acquisition costs

Auto Parts Stores – Optimizing the Management of New Part Numbers: A Winning Routin

First-class recognition: Excellence celebrated by CPA Montréal

On June 12, CPA Montréal held the very first edition of its *Reconnaissance 1re Classe* event—a cocktail evening to celebrate the achievements of workers who obtained their First Class designation in 2024. Recipients were awarded a commemorative plaque in recognition of their commitment and expertise. We spoke with two of them to learn more about their journey

First-class recognition: Excellence celebrated by CPA Montréal

Genesis Canada – the art of luxury through experience

During the week leading up to the Canadian Grand Prix, Genesis Saint-Laurent hosted a very special presentation featuring the unveiling of the G70 Track Day Special. On hand was the Director of Genesis Motor Canada, who shared the philosophy behind Genesis’ customer experience

Genesis Canada – the art of luxury through experience

Hunter introduces its HawkEye Elite alignment machine

The prominent specialty tool manufacturer Hunter recently unveiled its latest technology: the HawkEye Elite alignment machine, capable of precisely setting alignment parameters in just 70 seconds. According to the manufacturer, this makes it the most advanced machine of its kind currently on the market

Hunter introduces its HawkEye Elite alignment machine

PRT adds 29 new parts to its catalog

PRT (Performance Ride Technology), the North American division of Chinese giant ADD, has just announced the expansion of its portfolio of complete strut assemblies, conventional shock absorbers, and air shocks for the North American aftermarket

PRT adds 29 new parts to its catalog

Mercedes-Benz may return to V8 engines

According to reliable sources from Europe, German automaker Mercedes-Benz is reportedly considering ending production of its 2.0-litre plug-in hybrid four-cylinder engine (combined with an electric motor), currently used in its C63 and GLC63 models

Mercedes-Benz may return to V8 engines
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