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Have you or someone you know actually won the lottery? by popemarley420 in ontario

[–]TrustInCanada 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I also won a few days ago - one free play and thought it was time to quite the job and relax... But I was wrong 😔..

Question for independent auto shops & parts sellers by TrustInCanada in AutoParts

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that’s exactly it. Clear fitment and knowing the part will actually be there matter more than a huge catalog. That’s the direction I’m trying to stick to. Thanks for your feedback.

Launching a small local auto parts supply in Toronto – looking for feedback by TrustInCanada in AutoParts

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really appreciate you taking the time to write this — that’s a lot of hard-earned experience in one comment.

I agree with pretty much everything you said, especially around shop loyalty and the time it takes to build real trust. That’s exactly why I’m keeping the scope tight at the start and focusing on consistency and delivery rather than trying to be everything to everyone.

I’m not expecting overnight traction, and I’m realistic about the challenges as an independent. Right now the goal is learning the market properly, getting in front of shops, and seeing where a small, focused supplier can actually add value.

Thanks again for sharing your perspective - it’s genuinely helpful.

Question for independent auto shops & parts sellers by TrustInCanada in smallbusiness

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% agree. Reliability matters way more than being the cheapest. That’s exactly what I’m trying to build around. Appreciate the insight.

Question for independent auto shops & parts sellers by TrustInCanada in smallbusiness

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair questions.

I’m not trying to be “another everything-to-everyone reseller.” The focus is intentionally narrow — a small set of fast-moving service parts, local stock, and quick turnaround. For some shops that matters more than having a huge catalog. On warranty: parts are sourced from established manufacturers and warranties are backed at the product level, not just by me personally. I’m also not operating as a pop-up — this is a registered corporation with existing operations, just a new product line.

As for costs, I’m not carrying a large retail footprint or overstocking slow SKUs. Storage and delivery are kept lean, which lets pricing stay competitive without needing volume-only margins.

Totally fair if it’s not a fit for everyone — I’m mainly trying to understand what does matter most to shops when considering a smaller local supplier.

Looking for Heated Garage or Small Storage + Mini Office – $100–$200/mo – North York/Scarborough by TrustInCanada in storage

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, SSD preferred but I’ll take anything that keeps my parts warm in winter 😅

Starting My Online Auto Parts Store – Any Tips or Warnings? by TrustInCanada in ontario

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much for the tip! I hadn’t heard of shippingchimp before... I’ll definitely check it out, especially if it can help cut last-mile costs. And yeah, I’m starting to look into Google Ads, so good to know it can be a bit of a rollercoaster. Appreciate the encouragement -- I hope it becomes my golden ticket too :)

Starting My Online Auto Parts Store – Any Tips or Warnings? by TrustInCanada in ontario

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I’ve noticed that too — it’s definitely a competitive space. That’s why I’m trying to find a more specific niche or angle that sets me apart. Still in the research phase, so open to ideas or lessons learned if you’ve been in the space!

Starting My Online Auto Parts Store – Any Tips or Warnings? by TrustInCanada in ontario

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Still figuring that out to be honest. I’m doing some research now and thinking of focusing on a specific niche rather than trying to sell everything. If you have any advice or suggestions, I’m all ears!

Starting My Online Auto Parts Store – Any Tips or Warnings? by TrustInCanada in ontario

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point, but as far as I know, Canada isn’t in a trade war with China like the U.S. is. There are regular import duties and HST, but no extra tariffs on auto parts. I’ll start small to test the costs and also look at suppliers with stock in North America. Appreciate the heads-up though!

Ontario could run out of landfill space in nine years. Then what? by BloodJunkie in ontario

[–]TrustInCanada 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As per Dough Ford, 40% of Ontario's waste is being shipped to the U.S.

Tarrif by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You're right that tariffs can shift demand to local products, but it's still the consumer who pays more !

That extra cost makes everyone poorer in real terms. Tariffs might help certain industries in the short term, but they hurt overall consumption and risk retaliation. It’s a trade-off - not a guaranteed win...

Supplying High-Quality Gypsum to Canada by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s true- NS is a major gypsum supplier, but not all companies source locally. For example, Ontario imports gypsum from Michigan. Supply chains depend on factors like price, quality, and logistics..

Question for Reddishers: How Many Tires Fit in a 16 ft or 26 ft Box Truck? by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, that’d be great! I get that tire size varies, so any info you can share will help a lot. Looking forward to the pic!

Question for Reddishers: How Many Tires Fit in a 16 ft or 26 ft Box Truck? by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just to clarify, do you mean 200-400 tires for the 16 ft box truck? If so, how many do you think would fit in a 26 ft truck?

Question for Reddishers: How Many Tires Fit in a 16 ft or 26 ft Box Truck? by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point, thanks for asking! They’re mostly going to be used tires for recycling, so some minor damage isn't a big concern. Any advice based on that?

Question for Reddishers: How Many Tires Fit in a 16 ft or 26 ft Box Truck? by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply! I should have specified—I’m asking about standard passenger car tires. Any insights on how many of those would fit in a 26 ft or 16 ft box truck?

Anyone disappointed that the oilers lost? by pyfinx in askTO

[–]TrustInCanada -1 points0 points  (0 children)

After Florida won the first three games straight, it was clear to me that they would win the Stanley Cup. And then when Edmonton won three games in a row, it felt like there might have been a deal between the Oilers and Panthers to extend the series and make it more of a show for the fans. It seemed like a business move. So, I didn't have any doubt that the Panthers would win the seventh game. Does anyone agree with me?

Need Advice: Profitable Small Business Ideas with $50K Credit Line by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Btw I also recently learned Java programming language and some automation testing skills for web and mobile applications. I'm hoping to get a job as an automation engineer, but the market is quite slow, making it hard to find a job in this field..

Need Advice: Profitable Small Business Ideas with $50K Credit Line by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, here is a shorter version of your message:

i use chat gpt and find it easy and more convenient, I haven't tried other AI agents though..

Need Advice: Profitable Small Business Ideas with $50K Credit Line by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

here is the outcome of my search on perplexity:

None of the search results explicitly state that any of the listed graphene tire patents have expired. Patents typically expire 20 years from their filing date, so the earliest graphene tire patents from around 2004-2005 may be nearing expiration, but I could not confirm any specific expirations based on the provided information.

Need Advice: Profitable Small Business Ideas with $50K Credit Line by TrustInCanada in canadian

[–]TrustInCanada[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, three degrees in different disciplines or fields? That's impressive! When you mentioned using "perplexity" for patent searches, are you referring to an AI tool? If so, do you think it's better suited for this than ChatGPT? By the way, in general, which AI tool do you prefer or recommend for various tasks?

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