August 2024 

The Amazing New Ride Giveaway

3 Lucky Winners get to select a vehicle of their choice.

Plus $45,000 in gift cards to 240 lucky winners.

Are you ready to roll in an amazing new ride?

During the months of September, October & November 2024, professional technicians receive automatic entries to The Amazing New Ride Giveaway with each qualifying product purchase on MyPlace4Parts.

Courtesy of Auto Value & Bumper to Bumper 

Urgent Action Needed: Right to Repair
Watch the recent Industry Advocacy Update linked here

Urgent Action Needed: Right to Repair


Auto Care Association President and CEO Bill Hanvey shared an urgent call to action regarding the fight for the right to repair vehicles. Even if you have done so already, send an updated letter to your legislator at repairact.com TODAY

Congratulations to our 2024 Auto Value & Bumper to Bumper Scholarship Winners!

Wishing you the best of luck in your education and future endeavors!

Congratulations to our 2024 Auto Value & Bumper to Bumper Technician of the Year Champion!


Avery Breneman

Avery's Auto

Blackfoot, Idaho

Read about the 2024 Technician of the Year Winner and Trip

The Group Training Academy August Course: General Motors Diagnostics

Discover the cutting-edge world of General Motors Diagnostics with our General Motors Diagnostics course. This course provides the knowledge and skills you need to excel in diagnosing and repairing GM vehicles. Master the GM Global Diagnostic System scan tool and learn to navigate its advanced features for efficient vehicle troubleshooting.

On August 21, 12:00 pm ET, The Group Training Academy will present its 2024 August course entitled “General Motors Diagnostics.”

Register Here

How To Fire Your Customer

Just because they’re bringing you business, is every customer worth it? What can you do to ensure that your customer is a correct match for your operation – and what should you look for to know if the relationship isn’t working?


Wednesday, August 28 at 2 pm ET

Register Here

Join industry leaders, explore ground breaking innovations and discover the latest trends, November 5-7 in Las Vegas.


Visit the website for more information.

Data in the bays: How metrics can elevate a technician's performance

In an auto repair shop, technicians' expertise and efficiency are essential for success. While service advisors handle customer interactions, technicians focus on diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Leveraging data tools like Tekmetric boosts their efficiency and effectiveness, benefiting both their own performance and the shop's profitability.

Learn More Here

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POP QUIZ


Which of the following is used to flush old dark-colored power steering fluid from a hydraulic power steering system?


A) Solvent

B) Brake cleaner

C) Carburetor cleaner

D) Power steering fluid

View answer. View explanation

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