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MISCELLANEOUS

Carfax Canada

CARFAX Canada, part of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI), is Canada’s definitive source of automotive information, delivering vehicle history, appraisal and valuation.  CARFAX Canada is dedicated to transparency and is trusted to provide vehicle history and valuation information to dealerships, vehicle manufacturers, automotive aftermarkets, consumers, major auctions, governments, insurance providers and police agencies.

To learn more, contact Charles Fordjour, National Sales Manager – Aftermarket at Cfordjour@carfax.ca /or call 226-268-2480

SOFTWARE AND WEB DEVELOPMENT

AutoLeap

AutoLeap is the leading all-in-one auto repair shop software that helps you supercharge your shop.  AutoLeap helps shops to win repeat business & attract new customers; boosts technician productivity by 20+ hours per week; and saves 10+ hours of paperwork every week.

MISCELLANEOUS

autologiQ

Easy Monthly Payments (EMP) is a repair financing solution that allows consumers to leverage the value of their vehicle to pay for its repairs. All loans are instantly approved without any credit checks or income verification, based on the value of your vehicle. The program allows consumers to repay the loan conveniently over 36 months with the option to pay off the balance at any time without any penalties.

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Informational Web Updates, Newsletter and Bulletins

Members receive the Association newsletter each quarter to keep them up-to-date on Association and industry news. Of course, the quickest source of information is available to you on the AARO Blog Check back regularly for the latest articles, news, video and pod-casts.

INSURANCE & AFFILIATED SERVICES

Garage Commercial Insurance Program

AARO’s Garage Insurance Program is bringing you the proven expertise and guidance to ensure that your assets are protected and the coverage is right for your specific business needs. Get the coverage you need for your Automotive Repair and Towing business.

TRAINING

Technical Training Courses

AARO is the leading provider of quality technical update training in the Independent sector of Ontario’s automotive repair industry. We offer cutting-edge instruction delivered by the best Independent trainers available.

TRAINING

WHMIS, Workplace Violence & Harassment Prevention (Bill 168), and Workplace Accessibility (AODA)

Get control over labour compliance headaches. AARO has teamed up with Lowe’s Online Training to solve your WHMIS and Bill 168 training and compliance needs.

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Repair Lien Registration Program

No government forms to buy, No complicated papers to type, and No trips to a government liens registration office. We complete the Ministry documents and register the lien for you and we do it all “at cost”. For our valued members, the service is fast, efficient and very inexpensive.

SOFTWARE AND WEB DEVELOPMENT

All things Web

Hyos Inc has been supplying I.T. Services to AARO since 2009. We perform all internal networking, security, hosting, and troubleshooting. Hyos has teamed up with AARO to offer some amazing deals on website design, hosting, and monetizing consulting.

SOFTWARE AND WEB DEVELOPMENT

Protractor Software Inc.

Protractor’s Auto Repair Shop Management Software products and computer services were designed specifically for companies who maintain vehicles or fleets of vehicles on scheduled maintenance plans.

SOFTWARE AND WEB DEVELOPMENT

Kimoby

Kimoby’s Instant Messaging Platform Simplifies Service Centers’ Processes. Improve your service center’s productivity by automating your operational tasks to manage recalls, streamline your appointment lifecycle, improve your customer satisfaction, and much more.

SOFTWARE AND WEB DEVELOPMENT

AutoServe1

AARO has partnered with AutoServe1 to bring you digital vehicle inspections. Digital vehicle inspections (DVI) help you to build trust with your customers, identify sale opportunities, and increase your average repair order (ARO).

PARTS & EQUIPMENT

Tire Discounter Group

Tire Discounter Group Inc offers a wide selection of Brand Name, and Private Label tires in the Ontario Region. They are proudly Canadian Owned & Operated since 1966. With the purchase acquisition of YKW Alloy wheels in late 2013, they are now able to Offer a complete line of Steel and Alloy wheels.

PARTS & EQUIPMENT

Wagonmaster Ontario

Wagonmaster Ontario is the distributor for BG Products in Ontario serving the all area’s east of Wellington County. BG Products is the world leader in the manufacture and sale of Automotive Maintenance Products and Equipment.

MISCELLANEOUS

Security and Communication System

Since 1992 Cairn Control Systems (CCS) has been providing high quality security and communication systems to thousands of homes and businesses in the Greater Toronto area. The CCS team is dedicated to understanding your needs and delivering the best systems and services.

MARKETING

Marketplace

We have added a dedicated classified section that offers both members and non-member classified listings.

MARKETING

Savings from DELUXE – Business Products and Services

DELUXE provides personalized business solutions to help you start, manage and grow your business. Quote your Perfect Partner Code to receive an additional discount on printed products.

LEGAL SERVICES

LegalShield Canada Membership Plan

AARO has teamed up with LegalShield Canada. Our LegalShield Canada membership plan helps members to pay for the legal services they need most. No matter what type of legal situation, they can depend on LegalShield Canada to save them money and worry.

LEGAL SERVICES

Legal Service Program

To provide members with a customized solution whether it is repossession of a vehicle or small claims litigation Joston Legal can address the challenge of having to coordinate these essential services by taking this burden off your shoulders.

INSURANCE & AFFILIATED SERVICES

Industry’s Leading GROUP HEALTH & LIFE Insurance Plan

Comprehensive coverage and competitive, stable rates are the hallmarks of the Association’s superlative Employee Benefits Program. Eligible participants are Members of AARO and their full-time employees – those working 24 hours or more per week, and their respective spouses and dependents.

INSURANCE & AFFILIATED SERVICES

Preferred Rates on Personal Accident Insurance

Comparison shop similar offerings from the major banks and you will find that the premium rates for the AARO Personal Accident Insurance Plan are low, low… as much as 40% to 60% lower! Association Members in good standing and their full-time employees are eligible to participate.

INSURANCE & AFFILIATED SERVICES

Out-of-Province Insurance Plan

If you are going outside Ontario on vacation you will need adequate hospital and medical emergency coverage. OHIP limits your hospital benefits to only $400 per day … the average cost for a ward room in Canada is $1,000 per day, and up to 10 times this amount abroad.

To find out more about out-of-province insurance available exclusively for AARO members, click here

CREDIT CARD, POS

Credit Card Program

BAILIFF & LIEN REGISTRATION

Kay Bailiff

To provide members with a customized solution whether it is repossession of a vehicle or small claims litigation Kay Bailiff can address the challenge of having to coordinate these essential services by taking this burden off your shoulders.

ADVERTISING

Directory4Cars Online Advertising

Directory4cars.com wants to share its secrets with AARO Members on how they can establish a GREATER online presence! The most successful companies on the web all have multiple websites under different domain names that generate exposure and direct targeted consumers to their business.