Don’t Worry About Evolving Technologies
Independents have adapted to change in the past, and we’re sure to do so in the future. Think back to the late ’60s. I was an…
Posts by Dave Redinger
How to Help Employees Deal With Financial Stress
Here’s how one auto industry business helps employees deal with financial stress. I came across a great story in an American automotive trade publication. It seems…
Happy Mechanic Appreciation Day!
Let’s start off with a note to your clients… and let’s end with a note to you. Did you know that September 1st is National Mechanic…
Keeping Up With the Times by Dave Redinger
It’s time for governments to revisit safety standards. Early in the 1970s, the Government of Ontario enacted a law requiring vehicles to be tested for roadworthiness…
A Day in Court by Dave Redinger
If it’s too good to be true… you might end up in litigation. A couple of months ago, I was called to court as an expert…
What’s Old Is New Again by Dave Redinger
It’s up to you to sell your customers on keeping and servicing their vehicles, rather than buying new. The current “perfect storm” created by the pandemic…
You’re Fired by Dave Redinger
It might be time to get rid of your nastiest customers. We try and cover all the bases when it comes to explaining repairs to a…
In My Opinion: Can You Hear the Grass Growing?
We all need to stay on top of changing consumer demands and expectations. A previous employer of mine (who, I might add, was also my father)…
In My Opinion: Travelling Through Time
A trip to Detroit is sure to help you appreciate our industry. Last weekend we planned a trip to Detroit. Perhaps you’re asking yourself, “Of all…
Ode to the Ontario College of Trades
Life was simpler before the bureaucrats got involved. When I started my radio show, Dave’s Corner Garage, the concept was that we would become a voice…