Cox showcases EV battery diagnostic tool, grading system
The pilot of Cox Automotive’s new EV Battery Health mobile app will launch at 10 Manheim locations across the U.S. in 2023.
IMR Research Shows Impact of EV Service at Independent Shops
IMR has released an update with new insight on its research on how battery and hybrid electric vehicle service is impacting independent repair shops. Between June 1-30, IMR says it interviewed 500 independent repair shops in the U.S. to update its original findings from 2021 on trends relating to service exposure in independent repair shops
Independent aftermarket boosted by out-of-warranty Teslas
Tesla‘s shift toward a vertically integrated sales and service model creates the need for traditional partnerships with third-party franchised dealers for vehicle repairs, finds Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis growth opportunities in Tesla’s global aftersales strategy. Frost & Sullivan say this leads the company to ramp up its mobile service fleet and collaborate with independent aftermarket repair
Valvoline named network service provider for EV maker Arrival
Utilizing Arrival’s Service Platform, Valvoline will have access to repair and maintenance documentation, in-person and online training, and more.
How EVs affect parts & maintenance
EVs aren’t yet pouring into the aftermarket repair window, but CarParts.com CEO Lev Peker says that time is coming soon.
Shocks and acid and fire – oh my!
The editor of BodyShop Business and I talk about the risks and rewards of body shops taking on EV work.
The impact of EVs on independent repair shops
IMR Inc. interviewed 1,000 independent repair shops in the U.S. to gain insight on their service of battery and hybrid electric vehicles and investment.
