Joe Shady Mechanics is what we call them -- to fix it at a deeper discount rate , labor-wise , and they 'll send the customer in here to buy the parts on their own , '' Wright said . As more strapped Americans opt to fix their cars , repair shops are doing well . CNN : Members ' sales grew 20 percent over this month . WASHINGTON shop owner : `` People are willing to spend more '' to keep cars well-serviced . Trend seems to have translated into increased traffic at auto parts stores , as well .
As more strapped Americans opt to fix their cars , repair shops are doing well . CNN : Members ' sales grew 20 percent over this month . WASHINGTON shop owner : `` People are willing to spend more '' to keep cars well-serviced . Trend seems to have translated into increased traffic at auto parts stores , as well .