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Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025: Schaeffler India showcases aftermarket solutions
Schaeffler India, a leading motion technology company, participated at the recently held Auto Expo Components Show 2025, part of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in New Delhi. The company showcased its advanced mobility solutions with a focus on its aftermarket division, which is known as Vehicle Lifetime Solutions (VLS). The showcase underscored its commitment to digitalization, electrification and sustainable mobility tailored to the unique needs of the Indian market, the company said in a rele...
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Aisin Corp. announces global aftermarket strategy overhaul at AAPEX 2024
At the AAPEX 2024 event, Aisin Corp. unveiled its ambitious plan to overhaul its global aftermarket strategy, aiming to become a comprehensive parts and service provider. This strategic shift involves the creation of Aisin Aftermarket & Service of America Inc., a fusion of AWTEC — a Transmission Remanufacturing division — and the Aftermarket Business unit of Aisin World Corp. of America (AWA). Scheduled to commence operations in April 2025, this restructured entity seeks to streamline...
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Varta and Hella Gutmann unite to enhance European car battery diagnostics
Varta, a brand under the provider of advanced low-voltage battery solutions Clarios, in collaboration with Hella Gutmann Solutions, have announced a new partnership aimed at enhancing battery diagnostic services across European workshops, according to a press release dated Oct. 29. Hella Gutmann Solutions is a subsidiary of the Hella Gutmann Group, which in turn is part of Germany's Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA. This initiative is directed at empowering automotive workshops to deliver more ...
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AutoZone says Q4 2024 net sales at $6.2 billion, up 9% YOY
US-based retailer and distributor of aftermarket automotive parts and accessories, AutoZone, has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter ended Aug. 31, 2024. The company reported net sales of $6.2 billion, up 9.0% from the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, according to a press release dated Sept. 24. Despite a minor decrease in gross profit margin to 52.5%, the company saw an operating profit increase of 6.1% to $1.3 billion. Net income for the quarter was $902.2 mi...
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AccuAir launches advanced lift kit for Jeep Wrangler owners
AccuAir, a brand that makes air suspension control systems to improve the ride height and handling for cars, trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles has announced a lift kit for Jeep Wrangler owners, focusing on enhancing the vehicle's adventure capabilities through innovative technology and rugged durability. This lift kit is claimed to provide a blend of style, performance, and versatility, specially designed to meet the needs of Jeep enthusiasts looking to navigate a variety of terrains, from rocky ...
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Straightaway Tire & Auto expands to 65 locations
Straightaway Tire & Auto, an independent, full-service aftermarket automotive repair and service platform, has expanded its presence by acquiring 17 additional locations throughout 2024, reaching a total of 65 locations, with 21 in Colorado, 17 in New England, 20 in Minnesota, and 7 in Florida. This strategic expansion is a part of Straightaway's effort to strengthen its network within existing markets. In a statement, CEO John Teddy highlighted this expansion as not just a milestone but ...
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Repsol invests in Europe's first waste-to-renewable fuel plant
Spanish energy and petrochemical company Repsol Board of Directors has approved an investment in the Ecoplant project, a venture in Europe aimed at converting urban waste into renewable fuels and circular products, thus contributing to CO2 emission reduction in the transport sector and fostering the circular economy. The facility, to be located in Tarragona, represents a significant investment exceeding €800 million and is poised to be Europe's inaugural plant to produce renewable and circu...
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Continental expands ContiLifeCycle with new sustainable tire lines
Continental has announced the expansion of its ContiLifeCycle concept by introducing two new Generation 5 tire lines: the Conti Eco Gen 5 for long-distance and regional haulage, and the Conti Urban HA 5 for urban buses. These tires are designed with an emphasis on sustainability, featuring optimized rolling resistance, long lifespan, and recyclability. In a statement, Hinnerk Kaiser, Head of Product Development EMEA at Continental, highlighted the inclusion of digital features such as RFID ch...
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Interview: Houlihan Lokey on automotive aftermarket M&A trends
M&A has continued to play a significant role in the automotive aftermarket with companies utilizing the route to build scale and consolidate fragmented industry segments. The aftermarket sector has remained a hotbed of investor activity for several years, with transaction values surging in 2021 in the post-COVID era. After three years of range-bound movement, deal volume rose to 437 deals in 2021 with disclosed value touching $27.7 billion, up from 301 deals and $12.9 billion in 2020, acc...
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Power to the people: How convenience stores are filling the EV charging void
The presence of electric-vehicle (EV) charging stations at convenience stores is becoming a key factor for consumers, according to Gilbarco Veeder-Root. As the demand for EVs continues to grow, consumers are more likely to consider convenience stores with EV charging stations as their preferred choice. This trend highlights the importance for convenience store owners to adapt to the changing needs of their customers and invest in EV charging infrastructure. Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a global supp...
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AI-driven predictive fleet maintenance solutions: Interview with Geotab
Telematics tracks information about a vehicle and its usage. It is different from mobile phone GPS tracking systems, as it focuses on the vehicle rather than the driver's phone. Vehicle telematics can range from simple GPS trackers that provide location information to robust systems that monitor vehicle health, improve productivity, enhance fuel efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance and promote driver safety. An open-platform telematics solution offers access to data for integration with o...
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How solar car parks are becoming hot property: Interview with 3ti
Solar car parks are gaining popularity as they provide power generation and protection for vehicles. Demand for these car parks, often located near hospitals, shopping centers and offices, has grown in the UK. Businesses are increasingly adopting on-site renewable energy solutions to reduce electricity costs, making solar car parks an attractive option. To gain more insights into this trend, we interviewed Mark Potter, chief technical officer of 3ti. Key takeaways: 3ti’s mini pop-up s...
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Trends impacting the US automotive aftermarket
The US automotive aftermarket ended 2024 with a tempered performance compared to the significant growth experienced over the past three years. While the sector has benefited from a steady increase in vehicle miles traveled and an aging vehicle population, which has driven demand for maintenance and repair services, the growth rate is expected to have moderated last year, reflecting a broader trend of slowing economic momentum. The aftermarket is forecast to have grown 5.9% ($414.1 billion) in...
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Software-defined vehicles and their implications for service providers
Vehicles are already becoming increasingly intelligent and connected, driving change across the automotive ecosystem. Consumers have seen how easily their mobile and digital devices are upgraded and faults are fixed with over-the-air (OTA) software and are demanding smartphone-like in-vehicle experiences, setting the stage for SDVs. What are SDVs, and what benefits do they offer? SDVs are designed around software, rather than hardware, and are seen as the next evolution of the automotive i...
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Interview: Houlihan Lokey on automotive aftermarket M&A trends
M&A has continued to play a significant role in the automotive aftermarket with companies utilizing the route to build scale and consolidate fragmented industry segments. The aftermarket sector has remained a hotbed of investor activity for several years, with transaction values surging in 2021 in the post-COVID era. After three years of range-bound movement, deal volume rose to 437 deals in 2021 with disclosed value touching $27.7 billion, up from 301 deals and $12.9 billion in 2020, acc...
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Electrification of European vehicles in operation and its impact on the aftermarket
The European Union has set a target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. It hopes to meet its targets with the widespread use of electric vehicles, as road transport accounts for nearly a quarter of its emissions. The EU wants at least 30 million zero-emission cars on European roads by 2030, or about 9% of the current car fleet. Share of EVs in the on-road fleet While the overall sales growth in EVs has slowed in the EU, especially in its largest market Germany with the phasing out of go...
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