We Were Promised Jetpacks
In this blog, I’ll talk about some of our forecasting failures – things we thought would take the market by storm but never did.
Schaeffler and Sustainability with Jerry Conroy
Conroy shares insights into his career trajectory, the evolving landscape of the company’s aftermarket operations, and its commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Jim Franco and a ‘Caring Corporate Culture’
Franco believes creating a caring corporate culture is the most important element for retention and company success.
Coopetition – The Future of OE Dealerships and IAM Shops
Managing Partner Derek Kaufman says it’s time to work with competitors to satisfy the same customer.
At the Intersection of Tradition and Innovation with Grace Hovis
Grace Hovis’s journey in Hovis Auto & Truck Supply blends tradition with digital innovation in the automotive aftermarket industry.
Long-Term BEV Predictions Should Dismiss Short-Term ‘Noise’
Managing Partner Derek Kaufman emphasizes that Schwartz Advisors tries to filter out both the hype and hysteria in its forecasts.
The Future of MEMA with Bill Long
Bill Long, MEMA president and CEO, outlines a forward-looking strategy focusing on advocacy, sustainability and competitiveness in the evolving automotive landscape, as the association celebrates its 120th anniversary milestone and legacy.
BEV Brake Service Tips
Andrew Markel shares his latest service tips in the all new BendPak EV Garage video series.
Evolving with Digitalization – Schaeffler’s Anna Heinendirk
Heinendirk shares her career trajectory and how she sees a cultural shift in the workplace from management to leadership.
Eliminating Confusion with eReturns
Franco delves into eReturns, the solution he and his team have created to eliminate inconvenience in auto parts returns.
Why the Grid Can Handle BEVs
The major utility-centric hub and spoke grid system is morphing into a more distributed power network.
Strategies for Navigating the Aftermarket M&A Landscape
Rick Schwartz shares what factors are attracting investors to the aftermarket and how economic factors influence M&A frequency.
