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Braxton Critcher [00:00:05]:
You're listening to automotive repair news today. I'm Braxton Kricher. According to aftermarket news, the total of open repair shops today is drastically less than ten years ago. Despite a $21 billion increase in revenue. Roughly 23,000 shops nationwide have closed in the last decade, according to the report. There are several factors for these numbers, but a leading one is the increasing number of diyers. Numbers certainly were trending in this direction from 2013 to 2020, but COVID-19 sent this trend through a huge spike. Chris Messer, VP of Endeavor Business Media's vehicle repair group, shares more.
Chris Messer [00:00:49]:
There's certainly new shops that open up each and every year, but the capital expenditure to open a shop is higher than it's ever been in history. You need to have significant capital to be able to start and have the right equipment and tooling and knowledge to be able to fix those vehicles, and it's hard to do that being a one person show. And so what you're seeing is you're seeing the big shops grow bigger.
Braxton Critcher [00:01:18]:
Chris went on to say that he believes the repair industry is not in shambles, however, but thriving, citing the trade is essential, and innovative shop owners will continue to take advantage of the tremendous opportunity because of the decline in total number of shops. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is working to save lives, according to a report on motor.com comma. The NHTSA believes they can save up to 13,000 lives annually because of a new technology. How a blood alcohol monitoring system installed in vehicles a recently passed infrastructure Investment and Jobs act, bipartisan infrastructure law, or bil, would require all weight classes one through three vehicles to have a brac test implanted as standard equipment. If this technology progresses on schedule, lawmakers will be ready for technology installation by the end of the year, but you wont see it in vehicles till 2027 or after. How would this tech work? Though? Certain manufacturers integrated the BRaC test into the steering wheel, utilizing palm contact to gauge alcohol levels via ultraviolet light before vehicle activation. However, critics highlighted potential vulnerabilities to deception, particularly with winter gloves or similar hand coverings. Other tests are located at the steering column level to analyze excelled CO2 content for alcohol presence.
Braxton Critcher [00:02:52]:
Should the ratio exceed a predefined threshold, the vehicle will be prevented from starting. As news surfaces on this advancement, be sure to follow automotive repair news today on social media for updates. The only thing not covered in this bill thus far is driving while drugged, as in heavy doses of medication over the counter and or marijuana. The North American Council of Automotive Teachers is inviting registrants for its 50th anniversary Nacat conference and expo. This landmark event, held in Indianapolis, is set to honor the achievements and advancements in the automotive education industry. Scheduled at the embassy suites by Hilton Plainfield Indianapolis airport, the conference starts July 22 and runs to July 25. Early bird registration for NACAT members is $550 until May 15, where it will rise to $625 on May 16. Non members can register for 650 before May 15 and 725 thereafter.
Braxton Critcher [00:04:04]:
Scanner Danner, founded by Paul Danner, is an automotive diagnostic training company with an emphasis on engine performance, and they're starting a charity called SD Charities. Paul's wife, Kristen, will take lead on the nonprofit, focusing on serving anyone in need in the automotive industry and beyond. Why here's Paul and Kristen Danner we.
Kristin Danner [00:04:28]:
Have been given a lot and our faith tells us that it's not for us and not one thing that we have do we deserve. And because of that, like we feel compelled.
Paul Danner [00:04:38]:
We want it to be nominations. So if you're contacting us, it can't be for you. It needs to be for somebody else.
Kristin Danner [00:04:46]:
We want to be intentional, and I think it also furthers the idea of, you know, this is us looking beyond ourself and so we encourage other people, look beyond yourself. Like, look around you. Who is in need?
Braxton Critcher [00:04:59]:
Strickland Brothers ten minute oil change opened eight new locations last quarter, primarily located in North Carolina. Expansion to other states is coming CEO and founder Justin Strickland expressed his enthusiasm for the company's growth, stating, we are thrilled to witness the ongoing expansion of Strickland brothers and the realization of our vision for convenient, top tiered automotive care for our valued customers. Looking ahead, they anticipate the grand opening of an additional 14 stores in the second quarter. They are one of the fastest growing oil change focused shops in the country. Motor information Systems is now accepting applicants for their annual top 20 awards, the celebration of industry innovation. Now in its third decade, this esteemed program aims to shine a spotlight on outstanding achievements across the automotive landscape. Open to all sectors, service and repair oems, technology providers, transportation, heavy duty and part suppliers. Send in your entry today@motor.com.
Braxton Critcher [00:06:06]:
Top 20 awards the deadline is May 31 of this year. I'm Braxton Kricher and don't forget, comment, like and subscribe to this podcast to help the news get to more and more people. Find us on social media, too. Just search automotive repair news today and thanks again for listening to automotive repair news today.