Watch competition in classes from Jr. Dragster to Pro Stock door slammers…
Author: A.J. Hecht
A.J. Hecht is the managing editor of THE SHOP and host of the In Gear with THE SHOP podcast. Have an idea, a tip, or a question you’d like to see answered? Contact A.J. at ahecht@cahabamedia.com.
3 Action Steps to Increase Sales
These three tips can help you find new customers, increase sales and make more money…
Featured Product: New Tekonsha Prodigy iD
The industry’s most advanced electric trailer brake controller…
Ep. 30 – A Build for Every Budget: Restorations with J5 Speedshop
Jay Buchanan, owner and self-described “frontman” of J5 Speedshop, located in Richmond, Illinois, discusses the shop’s family feel, his “build for every budget” philosophy, and the benefits of keeping things in-house.
Featured Product: New Timbren SES Spacer Kits
Timbren SES Spacer Kits for the Lifted Truck Market…
Featured Product: Body Armor 4×4 Subaru Crosstrek HiLine Front Bumper
Made from 3/16-inch steel plate, the 2018-’22 Subaru Crosstrek HiLine Front Winch Bumper has a black powder-coat finish and fits a 5,500-lb winch. Includes a 3-year finish/limited lifetime warranty…
Ep. 29 – Designer Chris Brown Details the Ingredients of Award-Winning Builds
Chris Brown, owner of Brown Auto Design, Irvine, California, details this year’s Battle of the Builders winner at SEMA, and his philosophy on the design and production of stellar projects.
Key Performance Indicators Report — December 2021
Sponsored by Holley — A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, manufacturing summaries, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant global affairs and more…
Key Performance Indicators Report — November 2021
Sponsored by Holley — A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, manufacturing summaries, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant global affairs and more…
Ep. 28 – Shop vs. Shop: Navigating Supply Chain Issues
Josh Poulson, principal of Auto Additions, Columbus, Ohio, and Jared Cohen, CEO of Auto Action Group in New York and New Jersey, provide solutions and workarounds to the current supply chain issues in the automotive aftermarket
2021 SEMA Show to Feature Collection of Chip Foose-Designed Vehicles
The Chip Foose Experience display will include 20 Foose builds from the Overhaulin’ television show and a live wheel design demonstration by Foose himself…
Happy Warriors: Post-Pandemic Enthusiasm for Custom Repair Remains High
Nearly two years after federal and state-imposed lockdowns, automotive enthusiasts still seem smitten with their rekindled passion for custom repair. From nostalgia to plain old economics, automotive professionals say several factors are keeping parts selling, shops busy and the honeymoon phase alive…
Key Performance Indicators Report — October 2021
A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, manufacturing summaries, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant global affairs and more…
Making the Jump from Wheels and Tires to Leveling and Lift Kits
A guide for adding suspension work to your shop’s offerings…
JK Land Recognized as Bestop’s ‘Jobber of the Month’
Diversified services, a welcoming shop atmosphere and unprecedented transparency have husband-wife duo Stephan and Michelle Vance living the American Dream…