Total Automotive Blog

Labor shortages and rising costs are affecting virtually everything. Supply chains struggling to catch up and are now facing new challenges. You have undoubtedly received numerous communications this year from suppliers explaining the need to adjust pricing in response to the ongoing inflationary pressures impacting raw materials, domestic and international freight, and labor. Total Automotive has been increasing inventory levels to support its customers needs.…

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We will be closed Monday September 6th in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. Total Automotive wishes you a safe and happy holiday weekend!…

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Now Hiring for multiple positions, start and grow your new career in the exciting Automotive Industry! Warehouse Operations Team Member, Inside Sales Representatives, Technical Sales Support and More! Join Total Automotive send a resume to [email protected] Click Here for More!…

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Protect your customers and staff while servicing their vehicles with our new Interior Protection Kit (IPK). These 5 piece kits have everything in one small bag needed to cover all of the interior touch points in a customers vehicle. No more bulky rolls and extra trips to grab everything, these kits can be easily attached to a repair order at the time of dispatch or installed at vehicle check in. Build trust and confidence with your customers by using our IPK `s on every vehicle you service. Sold in cases of (100) Login to see your wholesale pricing.…

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Supply Chains are experiencing the pain of labor shortages. Freight and parcel companies are struggling to get workers back and hire more causing delays across all carriers. It`s resulting in additional transit times for all shipped goods. We have noticed some shipments are taking an extra day or two to arrive to our customers.…

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In Observance of Independence Day our offices will be closed on July 4th & Monday July 5th. Have a happy and safe holiday weekend! Happy Birthday America!…

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Summer is Sizzling, Fry it you will like it! Through June 30th The more you buy the more you save, plus free entries into our Cajun Fryer Giveaway! Made in Louisiana, USA This 6 Gallon 2 Basket Fryer will feed 35-40 people per hour (based on a standard fish fry – fish, fries and hushpuppies) Great for company events or backyard parties. Contact your sales rep for more info. 1-800-450-7750…

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We will be closed on Monday May 31st in observance of Memorial Day. ****Thank you to all who served****…

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As the world emerges from the Covid pandemic many industries are feeling the results of shutdowns and labor force impacts. The price of raw materials has been increasing and production of certain electronic components is lagging. The global supply chain is struggling to keep up with both demand and capacity. Container ships are waiting to dock and trucking companies don't have enough drivers, trucks and trailers for the increase in shipped goods. Shipping containers alone are scarce and many are having to devan at the ports. In the next 6 - 12 months you will see price increases, delays and backorders on everything from auto parts to everyday items in stores as the global supply chain catches up and the market rebalances. Click the headline for the full article.…

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We have decided to spring into Summer Hours early this year. Closing at 2PM on Fridays April through September.…

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