Whether you’re an installer, parts retailer, or parts distributor, it’s important to work with quality auto parts manufacturers that offer extensive coverage. That way, you can offer your customers assurances about quality and reliability, minimize returns and come backs, and save time hunting for products.
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When major automakers like Toyota announce plans to electrify their entire vehicle line-up, the auto industry takes note. Electrification raises the issue of phasing out gas-powered vehicles, as well as the parts that are specific to gas-powered vehicles. If Toyota – and other automakers – are selling a completely electrified fleet by 2030, does that mean we’ll no longer need exhaust systems, fuel pumps, etc.?
It’s tempting to buy universal-fit parts for your shop. After all, they cost less. You can charge the customer a little less, and still make more profit on the job. And profit is why you are in business, right?
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Summer is right around the corner, and a bunch of off-road vehicles will be coming into your shop, most of which will have oversized tires. It’s important to be aware of how oversized tires place increased stress on wheel bearings, hubs, and U-joints. » Read More…
A wheel hub assembly is one of those parts that need to be installed the right way the first time. An improperly installed wheel hub assembly causes quite a few problems, such as:
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Water pump failure can happen at any time during the year. Depending on the season, your customer may see different symptoms, and not understand the root cause. We’ll point out below a couple of symptoms that vary with the season, and some that stay the same all year round.
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Fuel contamination is more common than you think.
Most of the gasoline available today in the United States is clean and free of contaminants. But, there is still contaminated gasoline being sold around the country, from Decatur to Florida to New Jersey. » Read More…
It might be tempting to install a low-priced, wheel hub assembly to save some money. However, low-price will cost you quality. Here are some things to think about before making a decision.
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While there’s some debate about when self-driving cars will become commonplace – and precisely how they’ll be used by consumers – it’s fair to say that self-driving vehicles are coming. When they arrive, they will likely cause changes across society. » Read More…
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If you are selling auto parts online, you should be aware of a scam that’s going on. A “customer” purchases a legitimate part from your shop and returns a counterfeit part in its place. They get a refund, and then they sell the legitimate part to someone else.
Counterfeit auto parts are everywhere. You can find them on eBay, Amazon, Alibaba, and Craigslist and other online markets. Some legitimate online shops are even selling a few counterfeit parts without knowing.
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