Auto Repair Industry Outlook: Key Trends for 2026 and 2027
A lot of people ask me some version of the same question lately: is now still a good time to be in the auto repair business? The short answer is yes....
The Kaizen Team
· April 10, 2025
Are unbilled parts quietly draining your auto repair shop’s profits? In this episode of Kaizen Time, part of the Blood, Sweat & Business podcast, Eric Joern explores a common but often overlooked issue: lost revenue from parts that never make it onto repair orders. Every part—big or small—that slips through the cracks can create costly profit leakage.
You’ll hear practical ways shop owners can tighten their inventory process—because when parts slip past the ticket, the profits go with them.
🔍For a deeper dive, read Parts Used vs. Parts Billed: Fix the Leak, Save Your Margin
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The information in this article is provided for general educational purposes and reflects conditions as of the publication date. It does not constitute legal, tax, or compliance advice. For guidance specific to your business, consult a qualified professional.
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