Idiots or Inspiration?!?

Mackenna Herr • October 29, 2021

Are You Listening to Idiots or Inspiration?

What advice would you give to someone looking to start an automotive repair shop? How about anyone short-term, mid-term, or long-term running an automotive repair shop today?


Tune in and participate in the discussion between KUKUI's very own Jimmy Lea and Tara Topel from Topel's Towing & Repair. Tara was recognized as the 2021 Shop Owner of the Year from Women in AutoCare, a branch of the Auto Care Association. She has done some amazing things in her shop and has plenty of advice for anyone that wants to take their business to the next level.


Join us on October 28 and be ready to join in the conversation. If you have any tips and tricks you would like to share, please do. Assemble your top 3 bits of advice you would share with a fellow shop owner and let's talk!


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