Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
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1973-87 C10 Truck Column Shift Swipee Column – It’s a Direct Fit
Shorter by design, better by fit! This direct-fit tilt column delivers more cabin room, improved rack-and-pinion alignment & GM wiper…
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The Secrets to Taking Customer Relationships to New Heights
Building strong client connections requires constant consideration & care...
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21-Year-Old Builder To Give Away Custom Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS at SEMA Show
Dillon Houck is giving away his latest project at SEMA 2026 to thank the community & partners that helped launch…
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Performance Drivetrain Products: Delivering Power From Front to Back
From the trail to the track, drivetrain upgrades make a true difference in vehicle output & driver enjoyment…
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Rethinking the Modern Transfer Tank
From reinforced construction to slosh-control baffles, every detail is designed for the long haul...
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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…