Kacey Frederick

Jan 17, 2025 | noln.net | Kacey Frederick

Leaving his job was a leap of faith, but Will had been waiting to do just this; and he knew the time was right. After spending 20 years away from Arkansas, Will and Bernadette made the decision to come back. “We have two kids in high school, and we were just wanting to get somewhere where we can settle in and finish out high school,” shares Will. “And we love Arkansas—we’d come back here every summer for a Razorback game, or just to see family and stuff.

Jan 13, 2025 | noln.net | Kacey Frederick

Shop Name: Auto Ace Express Lube & Service CenterLocation: Superior, WisconsinOwners: Alan and Gina AmatuzioBay count: 2 quick lube bays, 2 tire bays, and a 3-lift repair centerStaff size: 13Average Monthly Car Count: 1,000Based in Duluth, Minnesota, Auto Ace Express Lube was first purchased by Alan and Gina Amatuzio in 2001. Alan’s mother was the previous owner, but at the time she was living in Florida and couldn’t be near their first location in Duluth, Minnesota, on Kenwood Avenue.

Jan 13, 2025 | fleetmaintenance.com | Kacey Frederick |John Hitch

With the 119th Congress now reporting for duty, the legislative process for passing the REPAIR (Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair) Act will need to begin anew. The previously proposed Right to Repair bill (H.R. 906), introduced by returning Rep. Neal Dunn (FL-02), would have effectively enabled independent repair shops and consumers to gain access to the same repair data that manufacturers’ authorized dealers have.

Jan 9, 2025 | ratchetandwrench.com | Kacey Frederick

The discussion surrounding high-tech vehicle data access has only grown more relevant in the auto repair industry—but not everyone has the same stance on how to best handle the issue. While Right to Repair has gained incredible traction, some shop owners in the industry have concerns with how it may ultimately impact their day-to-day operations. So, what exactly is the REPAIR Act calling for? Ratchet+Wrench sat down with Scott Benavidez, owner of Mr. B’s Paint and Body Shop Inc.

Dec 10, 2024 | noln.net | Kacey Frederick

Over the course of 2024, NOLN readers saw some of the most impressively designed quick lube facilities across the U.S. featured in our Shop Look section. As we bid farewell to the year and usher in 2025, we’re taking a moment to recognize just a few of these spectacular shops. Revisit the spacious Ecolube of Chowchilla, California, which owners Clay Haynes, Josh Ringeisen, and Jerry Volkmar managed to create after starting with a flooded basement, as they shared with us this past February.