Cox Automotive: Independent repairers gaining market share Zainal Abidin, 26/11/2025 General repair shops are increasingly gaining market share compared to dealership shops in the US, according to Cox Automotive research. In its report, “Under the Hood: Opportunities and Challenges in the Service Industry,” Cox Automotive says franchised dealerships are still the No. 1 preferred service provider, but have lost ground… Continue Reading
Here’s why auto body shops are taking longer to repair cars Zainal Abidin, 22/11/2025 Some customers are forced to wait as long as six months for auto technicians to complete body work jobs. BANGOR, Maine — Auto body shops are extremely backed up, and according to shop owners, getting car parts is a pain. Supply chain issues took a heavy toll on the car… Continue Reading
Here’s why auto repairs are so expensive right now Zainal Abidin, 14/11/2025 SAN ANTONIO – If you’ve had to take your car in for repairs lately, you’ve likely had to dole out more money than usual. Car repairs are not a luxury; they’re a necessity, which is why spiking auto shop prices are hitting customers hard. “The cost of doing business and… Continue Reading
Straightaway Tire & Auto Acquires 2 Repair Shops in Minnesota Zainal Abidin, 13/11/2025 Accurate Auto & Tire Service and Wayne’s Automotive have a combined experience of more than 60 years in the industry. Straightaway Tire & Auto expanded its reach in Minnesota by acquiring Accurate Auto & Tire Service and Wayne’s Automotivefacilitated by O2 Investment Partnerswhich announced the move. “We’re very excited to… Continue Reading
‘Right to Repair’ approved by Maine voters on Question 4 Zainal Abidin, 22/08/202522/08/2025 The “yes” vote leveled the field so local and small-business mechanics could have access to data that would be restricted to dealerships. MAINE, USA — Maine voters decided “yes” to Question 4, allowing local repair shops and mechanics access to the same data as dealerships. Maine is the sixth state… Continue Reading
Auto Repair Industry Could Benefit from Tax Relief Act Zainal Abidin, 18/08/2025 The automotive repair industry is poised to receive a substantial boost from the proposed Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. This bipartisan initiative, supported by the Automotive Service Association (ASA), aims to alleviate financial strains faced by independent repair shops, grappling with rapid technological advancements and… Continue Reading
Managing Transformation in the Auto Repair Industry Zainal Abidin, 12/08/2025 The auto-repair industry stands at the threshold of transformation, shaped by a convergence of factors: soaring insurance and manufacturing costs, shifting consumer dynamics and advancing automation and technology. And with artificial intelligence, machine learning and cutting-edge innovations revolutionizing the landscape, industry leaders must understand these shifts and chart a new… Continue Reading
12 Most Common Lies You’re Being Told About Your Car Repair Zainal Abidin, 08/08/2025 skynesher/Getty Images According to Cox Automotive (Kelley Blue Book’s parent company), the average car owner spends $548 to fix their car. Higher-end or luxury vehicles usually cost more than that. Check Out: 6 Luxury Cars Mechanics RecommendLearn More: 5 Genius Things All Wealthy People Do With Their Money Along with… Continue Reading
Lawmakers move to repeal parts of Maine’s new automotive right to repair law Zainal Abidin, 06/08/2025 Lawmakers gave initial approval Tuesday to a bill that would undo part of Maine’s new automotive right to repair law that was overwhelmingly approved by voters in November. The law, which went into effect last month, requires car manufacturers to share advanced repair data with car owners and independent mechanics… Continue Reading
Video shows large explosion at Ohio auto shop that killed 3 people, injured 1 Zainal Abidin, 05/08/2025 An explosion on Tuesday at an auto repair shop in Ohio killed three people and injured a fourth, authorities said. Security cameras caught the moment the blast happened at Jimbo’s Auto Repair in Hillsboro, about 50 miles east of Cincinnati. The explosion caused a large fire which took a 45-person… Continue Reading