The Great Canadian Aftermarket Podcast

Issues and ideas for Canada's automotive aftermarket professionals and business owners. Hosted by Andrew Ross, publisher and director of content at CHAT Integrated Media. From the people who bring you IndieGarage.ca and JobberNation.ca. Selected by Feedspot as one of the Top 10 Canadian Automotive Podcasts. The Great Canadian Aftermarket Podcast is presented by Castrol EDGE Visit wakefieldcanada.ca

The Great Canadian Aftermarket Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Host Andrew Ross, with 236 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Host Andrew Ross hosts The Great Canadian Aftermarket Podcast, a business show with 236 episodes published.

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  Why chasing the cheapest parts can cost you more

  Aug 13, 202628 min

  When margins are tight, it’s tempting for automotive repair shops to look for savings wherever they can—especially when it comes to parts. But is buying the cheapest part really saving you money? In this episode, Andrew and Murray Voth of RPM Training explore how cutting costs can turn into cutting corners, affecting a shop’s profitability, efficiency, technicians, and customer trust. They discuss why gross profit dollars—not just percentages—matter, the hidden costs of constantly price-shopping parts, and how quality parts, strong supplier relationships, and value-based selling can create a healthier business. The math never lies: you can reach the top of the mountain by racing to the bottom. Check out Murray's story on the cost implications of right to repair here.

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  What SDRM, scan tool validation, and VSP adoption means for you

  Aug 6, 202629 min

  Thieves love to get access to professional tools. The Secure Data Release Model, scan tool validation, and the Vehicle Security Professional (VSP) certification are designed to get in their way. But adoption is far from 100%. Donny Seyfer, executive director of NASTF which administers the programs, talks about why this matters to shops, how it works, and what could happen if the aftermarket doesn't get on board. For more information on NASFT, SDRM, and VSP, visit https://support.nastf.org/support/home

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  Miles for Sight: A shop owner's cross-Canada journey for vision

  Jul 30, 202619 min

  Motorcycle adventures are often about the journey—but for Lorenzo Pellicciotta, this ride is about something much bigger. In this episode, we sit down with Lorenzo Pellicciotta, owner of Pellicciotta Automotive Group and operator of CARSTAR Oakville West and NAPA AUTOPRO Oakville, to talk about Miles for Sight – Four Corners of Canada Ride in support of the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. Over 7,000 kilometres into his journey, from Whitehorse, Yukon, Lorenzo shares the inspiration behind this incredible cross-country journey, his personal commitment to supporting CNIB, and how one ride is helping raise awareness and funds to empower Canadians living with vision loss. For more information and/or to make a contribution, visit the Miles for Sight CNIB fundraising page.

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  Tariffs, Explained: The latest on U.S. trade measures and what it means for us

  Jul 23, 202615 min

  As a new set of tariffs on Canadian goods is announced by the U.S. Administration, we call on the experts for advice. Ashley Kalyn, International Trade Consultant at Peacock Tariff Consulting ( peacocktariffconsulting.com ), joins host Andrew Ross to talk about the new and changing tariff landscape, what aftermarket organizations need to focus on, and what it might signal for the overall economy.

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  Inside a brand-new EV-specific shop: How EV Lab is an example for the future

  Jul 13, 202622 min

  Electric vehicles are becoming a bigger part of the automotive landscape, and with that growth comes a rising demand for specialized service and repair. In this episode, our own Hannah Ryder Ross visits EV Lab in Langley, BC—a dedicated electric and hybrid vehicle repair shop created by the team behind Precision Auto Service. We stopped by the shop with owner Scott Waddle for a tour of the new facility- and a conversation about the journey from adding EV capabilities to an established repair shop, to launching a standalone EV-focused business. Scott shares what drove the decision, the investments in training and equipment, the challenges of staying ahead in a rapidly evolving industry, and practical advice for shop owners and technicians looking to enter the EV service space. With guest host Hannah Ryder Ross. Check out the materials mentioned in this episode: Indie Garage Oct/Nov 2023, featuring Precision Auto Key Tips for EV Service Readiness in Your Shop

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