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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Inflation hits customers hard, driving 57% of consumers to choose independent aftermarket parts over premium OE options for repairs.
Mark Phillips
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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
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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'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
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