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		<title>Car Repair Shops Should Prepare Now for Changes in Market</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>In an informative study released in January by the Earth Policy Institute, or EPI, new trends were noted with regard to vehicle sales and ownership in recent years.  With more cars than licensed drivers in the US now, as well as an increase in the number of public transportation options becoming available, repair shops must be aware and begin preparing now in order to stay competitive in their markets.  These changing times call for repair shops making changes and gaining an edge over competition.  Visit <a href="http://www.repairshopwebsites.com" target="_blank">Repair Shop Websites</a> to learn how we help automotive shops market&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In an informative study released in January by the Earth Policy Institute, or EPI, new trends were noted with regard to vehicle sales and ownership in recent years.  With more cars than licensed drivers in the US now, as well as an increase in the number of public transportation options becoming available, repair shops must be aware and begin preparing now in order to stay competitive in their markets.  These changing times call for repair shops making changes and gaining an edge over competition.  Visit <a href="http://www.repairshopwebsites.com" target="_blank">Repair Shop Websites</a> to learn how we help automotive shops market their services and gain a competitive advantage over other shops.</p>
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<p>Younger drivers are not purchasing vehicles as they once were.  A shift has occurred among members of this age group that has not been seen in the past.  Increasingly tech savvy and Earth friendly, more young adults are choosing to live in more urbanized areas where public transportation is available.  Also, riding a bike and walking have become popular instead of motor vehicles.  Alternate modes of transportation save people money and are good news for the Earth; however, less vehicles being operated decreases the number of jobs brought in and revenue to your business. </p>
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<p>To read the complete article on changes in the auto market, go to <a href="http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Report-portends-decline-in-the-US-Vehicle-fleet-es/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/655408?contextCategoryId=41829&amp;ref=25" target="_blank">this site</a>.</p>
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