2012 Media Planner

2012 Editorial Calendar

 

January

Special Issue: Top 10 Websites
Mechanical:
Mechanical Trends for 2012: What’s Ahead?
Collision:
Collision Trends for 2012: What’s Ahead?
Management: Setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals for Your Shop

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: Nov. 25
Ad material due:
Dec. 1
Estimated
ship/mail:
Dec. 22
February

Special Issue: Training & Education
Special Advertising Section:
Tools & Equipment
Mechanical & Collision:
Should Your Technician Have Tool Insurance?
Mechanical & Collision: Training Super Highway: From Classroom to M-Learning
Management: Capturing the Gen Y Market

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: Jan. 6
Ad material due:
Jan. 11
Estimated
ship/mail:
Feb. 1
March

Bonus Distribution
Mechanical: Should You Get Certified?
Collision:
What’s New with Paintless Dent Repair?
Management: Selling Skills: Proven Strategies for Customer Retention and Profitability

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: Feb. 3
Ad material
due:
Feb. 8
Estimated
ship/mail:
Feb. 29
April

Special Issue: Reaching Out to Customers
Mechanical & Collision:
10 Budget-Friendly Ways to Market Your Business
Mechanical:
Marketing to Generation X, Y and Beyond
Management: Does Your Shop Promote Values-Based Leadership?

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: March 2
Ad material
due:
March 7
Estimated
ship/mail:
March 28
May

Special Issue: Technology - Special Advertising Section
Mechanical:
Budgeting for Technology: Affordable Solutions for Your Shop
Collision:
Accident Avoidance Technology: How Will It Impact Your Shop?
Management: Finding the Right Blend of Technology and Traditional Marketing

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: April 6
Ad material due: April 11
Estimated
ship/mail:
May 2
June

Special Issue: All Things Management!
Plus: Preview of CARS, NACE Shows
Management:
• What Will You Do with Your Pile of Amazing Testimonials?
• 5 Ways Great Managers Give Feedback (And the Best Way to Receive It)
• Is Your Shop in Tip-Top Shape? How to Do an Assessment

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: May 4
Ad material
due:
May 9
Estimated
ship/mail:
May 31
July

Special Focus: Shop Management Software
Mechanica & Collision: Mechanical and Collision Shop Management Software Guide
Mechanical: Retaining Your Best Hires
Collision: Maximizing Technology: The Right Tools Can Save Time and Labor

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: June 1
Ad material
due:
June 6
Estimated
ship/mail:
June 27
August

Bonus Distribution
Mechanical: Empower Your Service Adviser and Have Informed Customers
Collision: Be a Savvy Marketer and Educate Your Customers About Collision Repair
Management: Line Extension – What, When & How

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: July 6
Ad material
due:
July 11
Estimated
ship/mail:
Aug. 1
September

Special Issue: NACE/CARS Show Issue
Mechanical: Coverage of the Congress of Automotive Repair & Service
Collision:
Coverage of the International Autobody Congress & Exposition
Management: Managing Your Staff Effectively

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: Aug. 3
Ad material
due:
Aug. 8
Estimated
ship/mail:
Aug. 29
October

Special Issue: Get Web-Savvy
Mechanical & Collision: Real-World Impact of Social Media for Independent Shops
Management: Managing Your Staff Effectively

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: Aug. 31
Ad material
due:
Sept. 6
Estimated
ship/mail:
Sept. 26
November

Bonus Distribution
Mechanical:
Yes, We Can Work on Your Car
Collision: Using Collision Repair Info to Cut Down Cycle Time and Boost Your Bottom Line
Management: Winning the Marathon: Importance of Having an Exit Plan for Your Repair Shop

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing:
Oct. 5
Ad material
due:
Oct. 10
Estimated
ship/mail:
Oct. 31
December

Special Issue: "How’s Your Business?" Survey Report
Mechanical & Collision: Results of ASA's Annual "How's Your Business?" Survey
Management: Menus and Maintenance Schedules: The Most Powerful Tool in Your Shop

AutoInc. Magazine Advertising Deadlines Ad closing: Nov. 2
Ad material
due:
Nov. 7
Estimated
ship/mail:
Nov. 30
January 2011  AutoInc. Magazine Advertising DeadlinesAd closing: Nov. 30
Ad material due: Dec. 5
Estimated ship/mail: Dec. 28


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