Don't Compete on Price: A Parts Buyer's Margin Read
Don't compete on price: a parts buyer's margin math on missed calls ($3,000-$8,000/week), the talent squeeze, and what cheapness really costs auto shops.
Priya Raman
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Priya Raman
10 min read
Toyo Tires Q1 2026: Read the Price Letter, Not the Profit Line
Toyo Tires Q1 2026 profit rose on a forex swing, not tire margin — here's what the 5% truck-tire hike means for your buy.
Ray Donnelly
10 min read
Bridgestone Taiwan Plant Closure: What Buyers Stock Next
Bridgestone's Taiwan plant closure signals price/mix over volume. What parts buyers should stock, dual-source, and cut as inputs surge 25-50%.
Priya Raman
9 min read
Rolo Tires Price: Beating the $192 Average
With average tire prices hitting $192 in 2025, I analyze how Michael Welch's Rolo Tires uses automation to bypass distributor markups and lower costs.
Anna Petrova
10 min read