Job Openings Survey Among New-Car Dealers in the U.S.
Automotive Retailing Today wanted to survey U.S. new car dealerships to determine: Number of job vacancies; Recent hires of Military Veterans; and, Influence of internships/summer season programs. Harris Interactive conducted an online survey among 742 authorized representatives of new car dealerships in the U.S. This 32-page report documents the findings that was distributed to the National Automobile Dealers Association.
Industry Trends Report Volume Seven Number Four Q4 2007
A Quarterly Publication from Mitchell International, this document has features including: “Measuring Alternate Parts Usage,” “The Economy & Short-Term Energy Outlook,” plus a Special Editor’s Feature Article: “Will the Soon-to-Come Chinese Cars Affect Salvage Prices?”
The Tip of the Information Iceberg
This white paper outlines Mitchell International’s perspective on the emerging importance of data analytics in improving claims performance. As the title of the paper—The Tip of the Information Iceberg—suggests, we perceive that claims organizations have only recently begun to embrace data analysis as a critical component of initiatives to drive business practice improvements, and have as-of-yet realized only a mall fraction of its potential.
Glossary of aftermarket terms
Abrasives: Substances used to wear away a surface by friction. Accessories: Comfort, convenience and safety products not essential to the performance of a vehicle, such as audio, security products, floor mats and seat covers. Additives: Chemicals that are added to the engine, cooling system, air conditioning system or transmission to maintain or enhance performance. Appearance
Good News for Those Entering the Auto Industry: AASA Study Reveals That the Aftermarket Will Likely Grow in 2007
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC — According to new research from the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), the light vehicle automotive aftermarket industry is expected to grow over the next several years, with the largest increase predicted for 2007. A detailed analysis of the size of the aftermarket is included in the 2007-2008 AASA Automotive Aftermarket
The Real World – California Students Tops in Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills
Father-Son Team Wins Competition for the First Time
Service Advisor – Specialty Engine Oils: Are They Really Different?
Higher Mileage Engine Oils
Badge of Honor- Spotlighting Excellence
One of the most typical comments I get from automotive technicians and others in the industry is that the general public just doesnt appreciate the value we provide. To a large degree, thats very true, but it probably has more to do with the general lack of understanding of modern vehicle technology by that same
Real World – Cruising to a Speed Record
You could say it all began about two years ago with a goal of reaching the Bonneville 200 MPH Club. In the spring semester of 2005 at Utah Valley State College, Orem, UT, I taught a High Performance Engine Rebuilding class and thought that my 1969 Chevrolet El Camino and a land speed record goal
Badge of Honor – Automotive Service Professionals Week
One of the most typical comments I get from automotive technicians and others in the industry is that the general public just doesnt appreciate the value we provide. To a large degree, thats very true, but it probably has more to do with the general lack of understanding of modern vehicle technology by that same