The ED-18 analyzer works best when used as part of an overall vehicle preventive-maintenance program. As vehicles and parts continue to be better built — requiring fewer repairs and longer maintenance intervals — the success of your business will become more dependent on preventive-maintenance services. Furthermore, according to the Automotive Aftermarket Industry association (AAIA), there is an estimated $60 billion worth of annual unperformed vehicle maintenance in the U.S.
In an excellent article that appeared in the February 2004 issue of Motor magazine, vehicle maintenance expert Karl Seyfert outlines two compelling reasons for vehicle service centers to perform a comprehensive preventive maintenance program:
- From an automotive service customer’s standpoint, the purpose of any preventive-maintenance program should always be to maintain the stability and predictability of everyday life we all seek.
- Preventive maintenance offers some predictability and stability benefits for the shop owner, as well. Getting your customers’ vehicles on a schedule of preventive maintenance keeps your shop from going through unpredictable upswings and downturns in workflow and gross profits.
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