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    The Data Debate: Understanding Both Sides of ‘Right to Repair’

    Kacey Frederick
    Jan. 9, 2025
    What are the concerns of those opposing R2R, and what is the response from the R2R movement? We share both sides here.
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    Making an Impact for the REPAIR Act

    Kacey Frederick
    Nov. 9, 2023
    Following the Auto Care Association’s Legislative Summit, the REPAIR Act progresses.
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    Terms and Conditions

    Noah Brown
    June 14, 2023
    Warranty disputes can cause headaches for everyone involved. Get ahead of them to protect you and your customers.
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    Rent or Buy: How to Prepare Like a Pro

    Megan Gosch
    Sept. 7, 2021
    Seven tips to keep top of mind when deciding to rent or buy.
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    Protecting Your Shop Data

    Megan Gosch
    March 1, 2021
    How to prepare for data liability issues that could be on the horizon
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    A Look Back, A Leap Forward

    Tess Owings
    Aug. 4, 2020
    With 100 issues under its belt, Ratchet+Wrench reflects on how the industry has and continues to evolve. 
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    Protect Your Staff—and Wallet

    Tess Owings
    July 22, 2020
    If used improperly, lifts can lead to costly injuries and fines. 
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    A Breakdown of COVID-19 Financial Aid

    Abby Patterson
    May 11, 2020
    Where the money is going—and how to get a piece of it.
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    Fighting for the Future of Vehicles

    Abby Patterson
    March 4, 2020
    How the Auto Care Association is getting involved in a legal battle that could reshape the future of software development.