“The aftermarket industry must develop effective ‘connected car’ alternatives to assure that drivers have a real choice when it comes to auto repairs, maintenance and parts,” according to AAIA’s Chief Information Officer.

Ten years from now, Jiffy Lube and NAPA franchise owners will stand desolate in front of their stores, watching sedan after minivan pull into the dealership next door. At least, that is the fear of independent automotive services companies contemplating tomorrow’s connected car.