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The Pulse: How Often Do Independent Repair Shops Go to New Car Dealers for Import Parts?

In this installment of “The Pulse,” we take a closer look at data from IMR Inc. showing the percentage of independent repair shops that go to new car dealers for import parts.

The Pulse: How Technicians Source Motor Oil

Motor oil continues to be a category where jobbers and WDs remain nearly tied as a shop’s primary source.

The Pulse: Which Import Nameplates Independent Repair Shops Work on Most

In this installment of “The Pulse,” we take a closer look at the percentage of repair shops that say they work on a particular import nameplate. Utilizing data from IMR Inc., this week we review the import brands most frequently seen in independent repair shops.

The Pulse: Quarter-to-Quarter Automotive Aftermarket Price Analysis from TLG Research

This week’s installment of The Pulse features data from TLG Research (TLGR), measuring price changes for the fourth quarter of 2009 compared to the third quarter of 2009.

The Pulse: Use of Premium vs. Second Line Parts, Month by Month

In this installment of “The Pulse,” we take a closer look at the state of business today at the repair shop level. In this edition, we will review rolling month-by-month data for the percentage of premium parts used in repairs versus second line parts. Utilizing data from IMR Inc., this week we review the numbers for October 2008 through October 2009.

The Pulse: How Technicians Source Fuel Pumps

Brand is extremely important in this category, with brand loyalty remaining at nearly 80 percent.

The Pulse: Average Number of Repair Orders, Week by Week

In this installment of “The Pulse,” we take a closer look at the state of business today at the repair shop level. In this series we will review rolling month-by-month data for the average number of weekly repair orders (ROs) written at general repair shops each month. Utilizing data from IMR Inc., this week we look at the numbers for October 2008 through October 2009.

The Pulse: Use of Premium vs. Second Line Parts, Month by Month

In this installment of “The Pulse,” we take a closer look at the state of business today at the repair shop level. In this edition, we will review rolling month-by-month data for the percentage of premium parts used in repairs versus second line parts. Utilizing data from IMR Inc., this week we review the numbers for September 2008 through September 2009.

The Pulse: How Technicians Source Clutch Kits

Technicians remain brand-loyal when it comes to clutch kits. In fact, 78 percent of those surveyed by Counterman magazine say they only use the brand they trust when sourcing clutch kits.

The Pulse: Average Number of Repair Orders, Week by Week

In this installment of “The Pulse,” we take a closer look at the state of business today at the repair shop level. In this series we will review rolling month-by-month data for the average number of weekly repair orders (ROs) written at general repair shops each month. Utilizing data from IMR Inc., this week we look at the numbers for September 2008 through September 2009.

The Pulse: How Technicians Source Chassis Parts

Chassis parts is a competitive product category that has seen explosive growth in SKUs this year.

The Pulse: Use of Premium vs. Second Line Parts, Month by Month

In this installment of “The Pulse,” we take a closer look at the state of business today at the repair shop level. In this edition, we will review rolling month-by-month data for the percentage of premium parts used in repairs versus second line parts. Utilizing data from IMR Inc., this week we review the numbers for August 2008 through August 2009.