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'Humans need advice,' says McCarron. 'Computers can tell you what your options are, but they can’t connect to your emotional intelligence.'

McCarron: Is AI Coming For Your Job?

What jobs are safe from artificial intelligence? The ones that require guiding people in decision-making.

April 13, 2026

'In assessing raw material prices, our base average-cost-to-build-a-tire index suggested inputs were up 24.3% for the month of April on a year-over-year basis,' says Healy.

Healy: Sellout Trends Stay Soft

May 19, 2026

'Don't try to think for customers,' says McCarron. 'Help them consider the situation and ask questions about blind spots.'

McCarron: How to Handle Customer Objections

May 18, 2026

'New ways of thinking are needed today,' says Van Batenburg.

Van Batenburg: Building Your Tech Pipeline

May 13, 2026

'The next generation of consolidators will treat the customer experience as a core competency, not an afterthought,' says Strandberg.

Strandberg: Who Are the Consolidators of Tomorrow?

May 11, 2026

'Selling to another independent operator helps preserve what made the business successful in the first place,' says O'Connor.

O'Connor: Focused on Legacy

May 7, 2026

'Lowering the bar because something is hard does not produce better outcomes,' says McCarron.

McCarron: How to Knock the Ball Out of the Park

May 4, 2026

'All things considered, we would describe the outlook for the industry as being in a mixed position,' says Healy.

Healy: What's Impacting Retail Sellout

April 21, 2026

'Stock EV tires and make sure you have access to all of the popular sizes,' says Van Batenburg.

Van Batenburg: Thinking About Offering EV Service?

April 20, 2026

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