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    Denice Woller Photography
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    June 23, 2025
    Of your shop’s gross profit, 60% is from labor production on vehicles. Here is how to maximize that output.
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    Crossroads of innovation
    Tiffany Menefee
    June 20, 2025
    The collision repair industry is at a crossroads. As vehicle safety and performance improves, the business landscape reshapes to favor well-capitalized players.
    Bailey Davidson
    THE NEXT GENERATION: James Ivanowski's (left) oldest son, Jonah (far right) works as an estimator and is involved in most high-level decisions for the business.
    Lindsey Gainer
    June 17, 2025
    Proud of their legacy, Hollingsworth Auto Service’s family owners have pivoted to meet the industry’s shifting needs.
    Dave Dunn
    ALWAYS BE RECRUITING: Dave Dunn has run Dave's Auto Body for nearly 50 years, and his approach to recruiting has included a 'waiting line' of viable candidates.
    Noah Brown
    June 16, 2025
    You can turn recruiting into your shop’s strength with just 30 minutes every quarter.
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    How digital marketing maneuvers can help keep shops top-of-mind with customers old and new.

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