Author: Anthony Bowe

Anthony Bowe is the former digital content editor of THE SHOP magazine.

Restoration Shop Works to Merge Luxury with Family Atmosphere

Bill Kilpatrick puts his heart into his family and max effort into building an air of luxury at his New York shop, B&C Auto Restoration & Paint. Kilpatrick joined Anthony Bowe during the SEMA Show to discuss certain investments he’s made at his shop to make it stand out and to satisfy his customers. Kilpatrick also… Continue reading Restoration Shop Works to Merge Luxury with Family Atmosphere

Why CarBuff Network is Seeking Aftermarket Shops

CarBuff Network is an online platform meant to unite shops and industry players with car enthusiasts. Learn more in the video above and check out the website for yourself at carbuffnetwork.com. This video is sponsored by Alliant Insurance Services-learn more at seiainsurance.com.

Auto Shop Instructor Describes Struggle & Reward of Leading Young Builders

Jay Abitz helped guide a student-built project vehicle to the SEMA Show for the second consecutive year. The Wisconsin high school teacher and auto club instructor talks about how he prepares students for a career in the automotive field. BONUS READING: Not Your Average Rust Bucket This video is sponsored by Alliant Insurance Services-learn more… Continue reading Auto Shop Instructor Describes Struggle & Reward of Leading Young Builders

Project Vehicle Sandwich Outside the SEMA Show

*See a few vehicles by Pfaff Designs shown at SEMA Murray Pfaff of Detroit’s Pfaff Designs joined THE SHOP’s Anthony Bowe for an interview on Day 3 of the 2018 SEMA Show-”watch it above. Pfaff, who collaborates with builders and shops that build one-off masterpieces, shared his thoughts on SEMA showstoppers this year, the inspiration… Continue reading Project Vehicle Sandwich Outside the SEMA Show

Noah Alexander Reviews His SEMA Projects

Classic Car Studio’s Noah Alexander-star of Velocity’s “Speed is the New Black” joins THE SHOP staffer Anthony Bowe for a conversation in the MagnaFlow booth during the first day of 2018 SEMA Show. This video is sponsored by Alliant Insurance Services-learn more at seiainsurance.com.

CEO of Turn 14 Distribution Finds Big Opportunity in Truck Accessories

Turn 14 Distribution in the past several months has gained a collection of truck accessory brands in its vendor lineup. The distributor, most known for offering products from performance and sport compact accessory nameplates, recently added truck accessory stalwarts Firestone Ride-Rite, AMP Research, Bushwhacker, AVS, Roll-N-Lock, LUND, Tonno Pro and N-FAB to its line card.… Continue reading CEO of Turn 14 Distribution Finds Big Opportunity in Truck Accessories

Engraved Truck is a Show Stopper

The aisles at the Feb. 23-24 Keystone BIG Show in Grapevine, Texas flowed with ease as jobbers shuffled from booth to booth. The constant movement and hum of sales chatter buzzed like a homogenous spirit pushing business deals forward. Near the Extang booth, however, chirps of curiosity lifted above the monotone hum and the aisle… Continue reading Engraved Truck is a Show Stopper