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 May 2008 through May 2009.
The Pulse: Why Body Shops Buy Aftermarket Parts
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at the reasons body shops elect to purchase aftermarket parts vs. original equipment parts.
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 May 2007 through May 2009.
The Pulse: A Look at Annual Engine Production
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at annual engine production trends.
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 April 2008 through April 2009.
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 April 2007 through April 2009.
The Pulse: When Do Tire Dealerships Perform the Most Service?
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at which seasons tire dealerships perform the most repairs.
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 March 2008 through March 2009.
The Pulse: Factors When Purchasing from OE Dealers
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at what type of parts and when shops buy parts from OE dealerships.
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 April 2007 through March 2009.
The Pulse: How Much Training Techs Do Each Year
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at the amount of time technicians spend in training each 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 February 2008 through February 2009.