TBC’s Strategic Shift: Embracing Franchising for Growth
In another significant move in the automotive aftermarket, TBC announced ...
Evaluating Business Models for Their Relative Value
Three years ago, I made a stab at ranking the various business segments that I typically run into when representing tire dealers in the lower-middle market.
Building Your Business Around Great Partners
Building your business requires having many good professional partners, like a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), local banker, attorney, and landlord.
How to Manage Working Capital in an M&A Transaction
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can be a great way for businesses to expand their operations, enter new markets, and increase profitability.
Automotive Aftermarket 1Q 2023 Report
The Q1 Automotive Aftermarket report provides commentary by sector within ...
What’s With All These C-Corps?
There really is no good reason for most small, privately held tire dealers to be organized as C-corporations (C-corps) anymore.
EVs: Opportunities Outweigh Challenges for Collision Repair Shops
As the automotive industry continues to shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), collision repair businesses have a significant opportunity to stand out by investing in the training and equipment necessary to repair EVs properly.
Understanding Valuation Trends in Today’s Auto Aftermarket
Valuations are a key element in any M&A transaction. When ...
How to Operate a Successful Family Business
Running a family business can be a unique and fulfilling ...
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.
