Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
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Toolboxes & Cargo Carriers: Putting Everything in Its Place
Aftermarket customers who like to be organized will love today’s assortment of toolboxes & cargo carriers…
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KPI – September 2026: The Brief
Small business sales grew modestly in August as foot traffic fell & owner optimism dipped, while powersports dealers saw service…
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KPI – September 2026: State of Manufacturing
U.S. manufacturing expanded for the eighth consecutive month in August, but new orders, backlogs & imports lost ground as supply…
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KPI – September 2026: State of Business – Automotive Industry
U.S. new-vehicle sales are on pace for a 2.6% gain in September even as global forecasts for light vehicles are…
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KPI – September 2026: State of the Economy
Stronger-than-expected hiring & improving perceptions of job availability point to a stable labor market heading into fall…
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KPI – September 2026: Consumer Trends
Rising fuel prices pushed inflation higher in August as consumer sentiment slid further & year-ahead inflation expectations jumped…
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KPI – September 2026: Recent Vehicle Recalls
Recalls from Rivian, Volkswagen, GM, Jeep & Ford cover rearview cameras, steering components, roof racks & fuel tanks…
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More Access. More Add-On Opportunity
Help your customers get easier truck bed access & a fully coordinated look with the new Westin HDX Drop Side…
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Everything’s Chill With the Latest Performance Cooling Components
Creating additional horsepower creates additional engine heat that needs to be controlled...
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Patented Drone Control, Only From AWE
AWE's patented 180 Technology is how our exhausts pull off the tone everyone wants & few get right…
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Using Customer Promotion Programs to Build Loyalty & Protect Margins
Aftermarket suppliers & shops can lean on offers that look ahead to the customer’s next purchase…
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Elevate Your 2023-26 Colorado Trail Boss
New PRO-TRUCK-LIFT Stage 2, adjustable suspension system engineered for increased ride height, confident off-road performance & balanced on-road comfort...
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KYB Gas-a-Just
Install confidence & capability with KYB monotube muscle…
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Oklahoma’s Lettering Express Focuses on Its Best Qualities
Avery Dennison trainer Charlie Trujillo champions the fundamentals while doing highly visible work...
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New Jersey Wrap Shop Fills a ‘Weird Little Niche’ With Big-Vehicle Wraps
Always A Good Sign is known for tackling large, complex wrapping projects such as municipal vehicles, food trucks, ambulances &…