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By Counterman
link hidden, please login to view has updated its annual DataMac Canadian Distribution report. With 119 Canadian businesses serving the medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle industry (dealers, distributors, HDDs, independent garages, auto parts stores and others) providing data and information, a number of relevant business areas are highlighted in the report. Parts and service labor sales, inventory changes and parts sourcing practices are included as well as many other business insights. link hidden, please login to view “Balancing the need of having parts available to meet customer demand against other external factors has been challenging to say the least, but it appears parts availability issues are ironing out for most channels, while some shifts in the overall sourcing are still apparent,” said Molly MacKay Zacker.
At 78% of the total revenue, parts sales and service labor account for the primary sources of truck and trailer business revenue in 2023. Similarly, parts sales and service labor also represent the largest portions of profit across all channels, combined they total 85%.
Additionally, parts sales revenues hold a higher share of the revenue than one year ago — 56% compared to 47%. The largest year-over-year shift in profits is seen in service labor; with 2023 totaling 29% and 2024 coming in at 31%.
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link hidden, please login to viewannounced the company has expanded product coverage for its starter and alternator, brake caliper, brake pad, power brake booster, brake rotor and wheel hub programs, with more than 150 new part numbers covering an additional 49 million vehicles in operation. The new part numbers are offered through QB, Quality-Built and Quality-Built Black Series, Pure Energy brands powered by MPA, which serve the professional installer market. A select list of late model part number introductions is available
link hidden, please login to view. A complete list is available by contacting a Motorcar Parts of America sales representative. “Our Quality-Built and Pure Energy products continue to gain traction in the professional market and the new part number introductions highlight our ongoing commitment to proactively develop, catalog, and distribute products to meet the demand,” said Jamie Cook, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Motorcar Parts of America.
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link hidden, please login to view announced its Pass Thru Assistant (PTA) has been enhanced by the addition of a repair guidance feature. Not only does the Pass Thru Assistant provide J2534 programming support, but it now also allows automotive repair and collision technicians to access a repair guidance specialist to get help with fixing complex problems to complete the repair in house, the company explained in a news release. “If you’re an automotive repair or collision shop looking for programming and repair guidance help, the Snap-on Pass Thru Assistant is making it easier than ever to keep vehicles in the shop, finish the job correctly, and increase profits and customer satisfaction,” said Helen Cox, marketing and client services director, Snap-on Diagnostics.
link hidden, please login to view said by selecting the request repair guidance menu option and completing the on-screen fields, technicians will receive a confirmation text and then a call from a repair guidance specialist to walk them through the repair process on vehicles, including Acura, Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, Mini, Nissan, Plymouth, Porsche, RAM, Scion, Smart, Sprinter, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo. According to the company, the PTA kit contains a Windows tablet PC, J2534 device, 4G modem and a 90-amp battery maintainer capable of handling European amperage requirements.
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Gabriel announced the launch of its all-new website on
link hidden, please login to view., which the company said, “offers a modern user-friendly experience with fresh SEO-enriched content, vivid product images, a vast video library, online & retail dealer locators, mobile friendly interface and easy to navigate structure.” In a news release, Gabriel also announced the launch of its new centralized Part Finder. In addition to traditional search capabilities by vehicle year/make/ model, Gabriel’s new website part finder also offers extensive search capabilities based on OEM, competitors or Gabriel part numbers, and now includes part position on the vehicle such as front, rear, or cab shock positions, the company said.
“Our new website reflects Gabriel’s customer focus and commitment to providing the best ride control products, quality content, and premium service available in today’s market,” says Jennifer McKheen, Gabriel’s vice president and general manager. “As the ride control industry experts, Gabriel is excited to launch this website as the foundation for exceptional service and our successful journey in digital growth.”
The company added that quick links are easily available for each of Gabriel’s social media accounts, encouraging customers to easily keep up with Gabriel’s social posts and events in the digital landscape.
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link hidden, please login to viewannounced the launch of its new passenger car engine oil additive technology Lubrizol PV1710 that the company said will enable oil marketers to meet the performance requirements of ILSAC GF-7, the new passenger car engine oil specification that will go into effect on March 31, 2025. The company added that Lubrizol PV1710 offers customers a solution formulated to meet ILSAC GF-7 credentials and with a capability to reach dexos 1 specification. Core technology testing is complete and additional testing is underway to cover industry requirements. Lubrizol PV1710 will be available well in advance of the first-license timeline, enabling oil marketers to fully prepare to go to market, the company said.
“In developing Lubrizol PV1710, our goal was to simplify the process for our customers,” said Padu Sreenivas, product manager for
link hidden, please login to view. “This product is designed for coverage in a broad range of base stocks and viscosity grades, enabling customers to address of GF-7 market needs in a streamlined timeframe.” In a news release, the company said its Lubrizol’s Specification Readiness Program grants customers access to technical expertise, testing capacity, portfolio management, and marketing support, enabling oil marketers to meet requirements with ease and confidence.
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