Automobile repair shop

CDK Delivers Innovation Across the Dealership Xperience Platform at NADA Show 2024

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

At the 2024 National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Show in Las Vegas, attendees seeking holistic technology solutions that elevate the dealership journey won’t have to search any further than CDK , the leading automotive retail software provider, in Booth #1763.

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  • At the 2024 National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Show in Las Vegas, attendees seeking holistic technology solutions that elevate the dealership journey won’t have to search any further than CDK , the leading automotive retail software provider, in Booth #1763.
  • To help dealerships adapt and succeed in today’s marketplace, CDK recently brought to market the CDK Dealership Xperience , an open and integrated platform that transforms how dealers sell and service cars and operate their businesses simply in a modern and digital world.
  • At the show, CDK will showcase additional AI features within the Dealership Xperience platform to help further drive improved business results:
    Introducing AIVA—AIVA is the new AI Virtual Assistant from CDK aimed at improving dealer performance and the overall dealership experience.
  • For more information on CDK at NADA Show 2024, visit cdkglobal.com/nada2024 .

Auto Shop Answers Launches Training Program Designed to Disrupt the Automotive Aftermarket Industry

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Monday, October 16, 2023

HOUSTON, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new automotive training program led by 30-year industry veteran Todd Hayes is focused on helping all repair shop owners understand the concept behind the $1 Million per month shop, Adams Automotive.

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  • HOUSTON, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new automotive training program led by 30-year industry veteran Todd Hayes is focused on helping all repair shop owners understand the concept behind the $1 Million per month shop, Adams Automotive.
  • Industry veteran Todd Hayes disrupts the automotive aftermarket industry with a controversial training program.
  • Attendees of the program learn advanced sales techniques that Mr. Hayes has developed over the course of 3 decades in the automotive industry.
  • While industry standards suggest that well-run auto repair shops should aspire to sales closure rates of 60%, graduates of the Auto Shop Answers training program regularly exceed a 90% close ratio.

China Automotive Multimodal Interaction Development Market Report 2022: Demand for Intelligent Cockpits Boosts Sector - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

The "China Automotive Multimodal Interaction Development Research Report, 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "China Automotive Multimodal Interaction Development Research Report, 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Multimodal interaction research: more hardware entered the interaction, immersive cockpit experience is continuously enhanced
    The report conducts analysis and research from three aspects: the installation status of mainstream interaction modes, the application of mainstream vehicle models' interaction modes, and cockpit interaction solutions of suppliers.
  • Guided by the `third space` concept, multimodal interaction is being applied to intelligent cockpits with five main features.
  • 6-voice-zone recognition interaction (AISpeech ) + self-developed speech engine (in cooperation with Microsoft) + 3D ToF sensor (gesture interaction, cockpit monitoring), to achieve multimodal interaction.

Generational Equity Advises Brian's Automotive Center in its Sale to GreatWater 360 Auto Care

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client Brian's Automotive Repair, Inc. (dba Brians Automotive Center) to Dytech Auto Group, Inc. (dba GreatWater 360 Auto Care).

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  • Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client Brian's Automotive Repair, Inc. (dba Brians Automotive Center) to Dytech Auto Group, Inc. (dba GreatWater 360 Auto Care).
  • Located in Auburn, Indiana, Brians Automotive Center (BAC) is a privately-owned automotive repair garage providing complete foreign and domestic vehicle services.
  • GreatWater 360 Auto Care , headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan (with multiple locations throughout the Midwest), provides complete automotive services for its clients and is also actively investing in auto repair facilities throughout the region.
  • It was a pleasure working with Brian and Sue Rieke with Brian's Automotive Center, and the professional group at Dytech.

CYTK: Announcing Sales and Business Development Team Leaders

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Monday, May 16, 2022

DETROIT, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CYTK: Announcing Sales and Business Development Team Leaders

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  • CYTK, the first AI-powered, mobile repair search application for Aftermarket and Dealerships has hired Jill Trotta as their first Vice President of Business Development, and Travis Adragna as their first Director of Sales.
  • CYTK, the first AI-powered, mobile repair search application for Aftermarket and Dealerships has hired Jill Trotta as their first Vice President of Business Development.
  • Jill will be heading up Business Development and Technology / Content Partnerships, as well as becoming one of CYTK.io's Chief Advocate's."
  • Travis brings 12+ years of sales and sales management experience specializing in Automotive SaaS technology companies with positions ranging from Sr. Area Sales Manager, Director of Sales, and VP of Sales.

Mobile Apps - The Next Generation in Automotive Repair - Introducing CYTK Smart Search™

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Monday, April 11, 2022

DETROIT, April 11, 2022  -- CYTK Inc. (CYTK.io) – The first Artificial Intelligence (machine learning, natural language understanding) mobile application for the Automotive Repair and Maintenance Service Industry that enables Technicians to perform their work quickly, safely and with a higher degree of accuracy – today announced it has raised over $3 million in Angel funding, with Hike Ventures LLC. as the lead investor, with participation from others.

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  • Technicians are are calling CYTK the first comprehensive, frictionless repair search application available on a smartphone (iOS or Android).
  • "We are bullish about this opportunity to optimize vehicle repair in New or Used Vehicle Dealerships, Automotive Repair and Maintenance Chains, Independent Repair Facilities as well as for Mobile Automotive Technicians.
  • CYTK is tapping into a large and growing presence of mobile technology in the Automotive Repair Bay.
  • Increasing pressure on automotive repair operations due to untrained workforce and chip shortages can be alleviated with mobile AI apps and CYTK is establishing itself as the market leader in addressing this rapidly growing market demand.

Global Automotive Repair and Maintenance Services Market to 2026 - Featuring Ashland Automotive, Belron International and Bridgestone Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, February 24, 2022

The "Automotive Repair and Maintenance Services - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Automotive Repair and Maintenance Services - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Automotive Repair and Maintenance Services estimated at US$565 Billion in the year 2020, is projected to reach a revised size of US$678.4 Billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 3.1% over the analysis period.
  • This segment currently accounts for a 23.1% share of the global Automotive Repair and Maintenance Services market.
  • North America will remain a key market due to growing automobile sales combined with strict US regulations regarding vehicle servicing and maintenance.

Spirit AeroSystems Names James Ray to Board of Directors

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Monday, February 14, 2022

Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. [NYSE: SPR] today announced that James R. Ray Jr. has been named to the companys Board of Directors, effective February 14, 2022.

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  • Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. [NYSE: SPR] today announced that James R. Ray Jr. has been named to the companys Board of Directors, effective February 14, 2022.
  • We are pleased to welcome James Ray to Spirits Board of Directors, said Spirit AeroSystems Board Chair Robert Johnson.
  • His experience in global manufacturing and operations brings additional strength to the Board as Spirit executes a strategy to grow across Commercial, Defense & Space, and Aftermarket segments.
  • Spirit AeroSystems is one of the worlds largest manufacturers of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business/regional jets.

Keith Andreasen Rejoins Innova as Product Development Supervisor

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Innova Electronics Corporation , a leading supplier of test equipment and diagnostic reporting for the automotive aftermarket, today announced that industry veteran Keith Andreasen has rejoined the company as product development supervisor where he will oversee proof of concept development, user interface modeling, and test and validation for the company's U.S. and global engineering teams.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Innova Electronics Corporation , a leading supplier of test equipment and diagnostic reporting for the automotive aftermarket, today announced that industry veteran Keith Andreasen has rejoined the company as product development supervisor where he will oversee proof of concept development, user interface modeling, and test and validation for the company's U.S. and global engineering teams.
  • I can't think of a better person to lead Innova's product development into the future."
  • He originally joined Innova in November 1996 where he served in several technical support and product development, managerial and director roles until December 2012.
  • "Innova is committed to the ground-up development and support of products from right here in the USA."

Wyoming Automotive and Diesel Trade School Receives $500K Donation to Fund Scholarships

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

LARAMIE, Wyo., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --WyoTech, a diesel and automotive trade school for those seeking diesel, automotive and collision refinishing careers, received a $500,000 donation to its foundation from The Todd Family.

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  • LARAMIE, Wyo., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --WyoTech, a diesel and automotive trade school for those seeking diesel, automotive and collision refinishing careers, received a $500,000 donation to its foundation from The Todd Family.
  • A first-time donor to the WTI Foundation, Todd is continuing the family legacy of community service through this generous donation.
  • WyoTechprepares them for success in the diesel and automotive industry, where the demand for qualified technicians is growing steadily.
  • WyoTech provides one of the best hands-on training experiences in the nation, providing nine-month training programs for diesel and automotive repairs.