Industry surveys of the Independent Automotive Repair Sector tell us that:

• Business is eroding.
• The independent auto repair shop is loosing stature.
• The average age of the vehicles repaired is getting older.
• Capable technicians are getting harder to hire.
• Owners are working harder and making less net profit than they ever did.

This year, the OEM dealer network experienced the largest increase in market share ever recorded.

Shop owners across Canada are banding together to drive the changes needed to reverse these trends, by forming the C.I.A. Association (Canadian Independent Automotive Association).

Together we have a voice that can:

• Raise public awareness as to the rights, capabilities, advantages and prestige of the independent shop.
• Influence parts distributor and manufacturer policies that impact the independent sector.
• To provide a regular, regional forum, for shop owners to meet and share their views and concerns.

The C.I.A. Association needs your help!