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Mercedes Benz Counterfeit Parts, GM's Data Controversy, Vehicle Maintenance Trends Survey and more!
In this episode, Braxton Critcher covers several important updates in automotive repair news. He looks into the Auto Care Association's significant upgrades to its dem...
How Frank Leutz is Transforming Auto Repair Through Charity - Good News In Auto Repair
This podcast is all about good news in the auto repair industry! Today, Frank Leutz shares about his shop's commitment to community service, detailing their collaborat...
Auto Repair News - Midas Tackles Bad Service, Lemon Laws Updated, and EV Training in Toledo and more!
Braxton talks about Midas’ new ad campaign promoting no "BS" in their shops. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers are working towards releasing a white paper to cover what the i...
Latest Automotive Repair News and Key Industry Updates - What's next for the Repair Act? YOU!
The Auto Care Association (ACA) CEO Bill Hanvey urges the industry to push Congress to advance the stalled Repair Act, and Braxton emphasizes the importance of using t...
Navigating the Future of Auto Repair with Industry Expert Chris Jones
In this episode, Braxton Critcher welcomes Chris Jones, the new Editorial Director at Endeavor Business Media, to discuss the latest in automotive repair news. Chris s...
Carshield Faces $10M FTC Fine for False Advertising
In this episode, Braxton Critcher gives the need-to-know info about CarShield, a company known for offering vehicle service contracts. Braxton highlights a critical qu...
Auto Repair Industry News - New Michigan Law Targets Auto Theft with Harsh Penalties, Collision Repair Education Foundation Raises $110K and more!
Braxton Critcher covers several crucial updates in the automotive repair industry in this episode. He discusses new legislation in Michigan targeting car theft, highli...
A Sneak Peek into the Ratchet Wrench Management Conference with Chris Messer
In this episode, Braxton Critcher and Chris Messer from Endeavor Business Media share an overview of the upcoming Ratchet Wrench Management Conference. Chris emphasize...
GM Revises EV Goals, ASE Survey Results, Virtual Reality Training and more from the Automotive Industry
In this episode, Braxton highlights a recent shift in GM's electric vehicle production strategy, an innovative diagnostic tool launched by Repairfy and NAPA, and Auto ...
EV Charging Concerns and Complications with Ryan McKinnon
In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Ryan McKinnon from Charge Ahead Partnership. Ryan discusses the current state of EV infrastructure in Florida, emphasizi...
Right to Repair Update and More From Around the Automotive Repair Industry!
In this episode, Braxton Critcher dives into recent findings by the IIHS and HLDI, revealing that partial automation systems in vehicles do not significantly prevent c...
Latest Automotive Repair News: EV Charging Delays, New Regulations, Safety Surveys and more!
In this episode, Braxton Critcher discusses various important updates in the automotive repair industry. Ryan McKinnon from the Charge Ahead Partnership explains why F...
How to Turn Your Automotive Repair Career Around with Lucas Underwood: Go to the ASTA Expo!
Wanna go to the ASTA Expo? Learn how hereIn this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Lucas Underwood, who sheds light on the significance of upgrading business mana...
Right to Repair Act Update and Counterfeit Airbags Injuring Technicians
In this episode, hear the latest news around the automotive repair industry on things like Right to Repair, a dispute between automakers and the NHTSA, Florida's unwil...
Is There Really an Automotive Technician Shortage? Chris Cotton Weighs In
In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Chris Cotton from Autofix Auto Shop Coaching. Chris tackles the hotly debated issue of technician shortages in the autom...
Gas Prices, EV Market, and ASTA Expo News
In this episode, Braxton reports that AAA projects a record number of travelers this Independence Day, leading to a potential influx of customers in repair shops in mi...
Automotive Training and Technology Trends with Justin Allen
In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Justin Allen from Hunter Engineering Company. Justin emphasizes the urgent need for ongoing training in the automotive r...
FTC Pressed on Right to Repair, Automotive Aftermarket Growth, Hunter University Goes Virtual and More
In this episode, Braxton Critcher covers the launch of Hunter University, an online learning management system, emphasizing its potential to provide certified training...
Are Big Box Free Install Promos Fair to Independent Tire Shops? Marc Pons and Randy O'Conner
In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Mark Pons from Chapel Hill Tire and industry veteran Randy O'Connor. Mark discusses the implications of Michelin's Minim...
How Electric Vehicles Are Impacting Gas Taxes in Pennsylvania and Beyond with Jonathan Tangye
In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Jonathan Tangye, the Mechanical Director of MACA. Jonathan highlights the potential impact of Pennsylvania's proposed in...
Pennsylvania Electric Vehicle Fee, Virginia Withdraws from California Emission Standards, Minnesota Auto Shops Faces Steep Fines
Will Pennsylvania join the list of states that charge an electric vehicle fee to offset lost gas tax revenue? Braxton Critcher highlights that and the legal risks Minn...
Right to Repair and What it Means for the Industry and Car Owners
In this episode, Braxton Critcher and Lisa Foshee, from the Auto Care Association, discuss the importance of Right to Repair. Lisa provides a detailed update on HR 906...
Right to Repair and Is Michelin Undercutting Tire Shops?
In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Randy O'Connor, Marc Pons, and Lisa Foshee to discuss the latest developments in the automotive repair industry. Randy s...
Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) and the Impact on Auto Repair Shops with Justin Allen
In this episode of Automotive Repair News Today, Braxton Critcher and Justin Allen from Hunter Engineering Company. Justin highlights the importance of staying updated...
Mental Health Awareness in Automotive Repair with Margaret Light
In this episode of Automotive Repair News Today, Braxton Critcher interviews Margaret Light, a licensed marriage and family therapist with experience in mental health ...
FTC Warns the Auto Repair Industry, Mental Health and Technicians, ADAS and the Aftermarket...and more!
In this episode, Braxton Critcher discusses key developments in the automotive repair industry. First, he highlights the record average age of cars in the US, signalin...
Understanding the $100M Government Grant Impact with Ann Wilson and Paul McCarthy from MEMA
In this episode, Braxton Critcher talks with Ann Wilson and Paul McCarthy from MEMA about the US government granting $100 million to aftermarket suppliers. Three key p...
Government Invests $100M in EV Part Manufacturers, Montana Inmates Graduate from Auto Tech Program, Honda's Bold Move into Electric Vehicles, and more!
In this episode, Ann Wilson and Paul McCarthy from the Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association talk about the impact of a recent $100 million government investme...
Toyota Launches Hydrogen Headquarters, Diesel Technician Survey, Repair Shops Growth, and more!
Today, Braxton highlights the introduction of electric vehicle (EV) technology courses at Brookdale Community College in New Jersey, supported by a generous grant from...
The Impact of Mandatory Automatic Emergency Braking on Auto Repair Shops
In this episode, Braxton Critcher welcomes Lucas Underwood to discuss the implications of mandatory automatic emergency braking systems by 2029. Lucas shares his insig...