MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers on 2025 and Why Shops Need to Prioritize ADAS
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Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE!
Braxton Critcher, Chris Gardner, Jim Fish, Scott Brown, Drew Jablonowski, and Ryan Kooiman discuss 2025 technology training in the automotive repair aftermarket. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers has a new tech training hub, Jim says it's like an "Expedia for automotive training," making it easier for technicians to find and access the training they need. Scott talks about how many shops don't understand how to properly use their ADAS systems and that it's a hindrance to industry growth. 00:00 ADAS Impact on Service Markets 05:06 Navigating Training and ADAS Trends 09:35 Auto Shops Unprepared for Modern Tech 13:50 Training Essential for Service Awareness 17:25 Importance of Proper Calibration Skills 18:44 ADAS Training Challenges for Auto Shops 22:03 Automotive Control Systems Focus 26:59 Training Quality and Best Practices 30:07 ADAS Training: Bridging Tech Gaps 35:00 Salvage Cars and Safety Inspections 39:20 Automotive Repair News Engagement 40:29 "Share, Subscribe, Support"
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Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE!
Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE!
Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE!
In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Chad Schnitz, Vice President of TOPDON, and newly appointed board member of the Auto Care Association’s Tool and Equipment board. Chad shares his perspective on the importance of the Right to Repair and the ongoing need for equal access to information for all automotive professionals. He also discusses efforts to bring more young people and women into the industry, as well as TOPDON's mission to offer innovative, affordable diagnostic tools for technicians at every level. 00:00 "Tight-Knit Industry Connections" 03:15 Chad's Board Appointment News 07:44 Right to Repair Challenges 12:35 Supporting Women in Auto Care 16:18 Improving Technician Profession Perception 17:15 Oil Change Frequency Debate 21:37 "Join the Automotive Repair Conversation"
In this episode, Braxton Critcher welcomes Jimmy Lea from the Institute for Automotive Business Excellence. Why? Because Jimmy actually did something newsworthy! Bout time! Jimmy is now, to our knowledge, the ONLY presenter in the automotive aftermarket certified as a Certified Speaking Professional. It was quite the journey to get here, though! Hear Jimmy walk us through the process and tell us why this is important for other speakers to try and get as well. 00:00 Jimmy's choice in suit coats 05:46 "Reapplying for CSP Certification" 08:11 Failed Speaker Review Video 11:08 Videographer Hire: Costs & Requirements 16:06 Speaker Recognition and Status 20:11 Becoming a Professional Speaker 21:01 Joining Speaking Associations Explained 25:58 Collaborative Industry Improvement Insights 28:35 "Shopmonkey Expert Series in Chicago"