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This Week's Headlines: Ford Faces New Investigations and Advance Auto Parts' Turnaround Plan and more!

This Week's Headlines: Ford Faces New Investigations and Advance Auto Parts' Turnaround Plan and more!

Automotive Repair News Today · Braxton Critcher

November 27, 20248m 32s

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Ford faces two new investigations by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration after delays in recalling vehicles with defective rearview cameras, while Advanced Auto Parts unveils a strategic turnaround plan with significant store closures and a focus on enhancing its supply chain. Additionally, the 2024 SEMA Market Report shines a spotlight on the automotive aftermarket sector, revealing a record $52.3 billion in sales driven by high demand for accessories and performance parts from buyers under 40.

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