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
How the Founders of GCR Hit on a Winning Formula
The core principles that built the original GCR organization still resonate today
Collision Vision Podcast
Listen to Cole Strandberg's weekly podcast, The Collision Vision.
Health and Stress Reduction Tips for Tire Dealers
As you become older, time becomes more important than money. And as you become even older still, health is number one, while time and money fall to second and third.
ESG In the Tire Industry Explained
Many politicians' only objective is winning the next election, so they say and do whatever it takes to win," says McGregor. "Brands can’t afford the bad press that politicians can.
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.
Build Your Business with a Buyer in Mind
Most entrepreneurs start a business based on one or two of many potential reasons---it could be to exploit a unique skillset or access to talent, pursue a passion or simply meet a need otherwise not being met in the marketplace.
Pay, Perks, and Customer Service: How the Industry Needs to Change
Industry operators are going to have to treat their employees and their customers better if they hope to remain competitive.
How to Sell Your Automotive Distribution Business—An Insider’s Perspective
The importance of finding the right team to market your business throughout the M&A process is extremely important. In this blog Cole Strandberg discuss how selling your business can often be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so when that opportunity comes make sure it’s executed properly.
