What you need to know before selling business
Making the decision to sell your business is usually a very difficult one.
Understanding Valuation Trends in Today’s Auto Aftermarket
Valuations are a key element in any M&A transaction. When ...
The internal combustion engine still has lots left in the tank
Internal combustion engines (ICEs) have been around for more than 100 years, and despite a surge of competition from electric vehicles (EVs), they are still highly relevant and will likely remain so for a long time to come.
How private equity is consolidating the tire & service market
Private equity has been an important source of capital for businesses of all kinds seeking growth.
It’s a Mixed Outlook for Automotive Aftermarket M&A in 2023
The amount of capital available on the sidelines to invest in private companies, however, has never been greater
Musings and Advice from a Family-Owned Independent Tire Dealer
Many people say they have been in the tire business their entire lives because they spent a majority of their life in the industry.
In the automotive aftermarket, it’s e-commerce—or else
If you’re an automotive aftermarket retailer and you’re not selling online, you run the risk of being left behind. If you are already selling online, great—but you may need to up your game if you hope to stay competitive going forward. Indeed, having a holistic sales approach—physical stores and e-commerce—may be the best way to compete in this rapidly changing and growing business. M&A may be the quickest way to get there.
Reinventing your tire distribution business
The family-owned wholesale tire distributorships in the U.S. is a competitive, low-margin business. Most relationships between distributors and retailers don’t include long-term contracts. The only real differentiator for new players entering the market is price. Giorgio Andonian talks about what you need to do to stand out in these conditions.
Want to increase your company’s value? Build your brand equity
If you want to increase the value of your online automotive company make yourself invaluable to your customers. You’ll also have some fun along the way.
Does the Small Independent Auto Repair Shop Have a Future?
Consolidation is rampant in the automotive aftermarket industry. Private equity and strategic investors are buying thousands of small stores and shops around the country, creating efficiencies until they’re ready to be sold off or go public.
