Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
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Circle Track Racers Want It All This Offseason: Speed, Durability & Value
Racers ask: "How do I make my car faster & more durable without breaking the bank?"...
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The Pack Rat Just Got Tougher
The new Weather Guard Pack Rat raises the bar for strength, security & professional design…
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KPI – November 2025: The Brief
Small business retail sales edged up in October, but inflation-adjusted sales revealed a year-over-year decline…
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KPI – November 2025: State of Manufacturing
Even though the four demand indicators improved in October, they’re still in contraction territory…
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KPI – November 2025: State of Business – Automotive Industry
The holiday sales season faces affordability challenges, evolving incentive strategies & lingering effects from the EV pull-ahead earlier this year…
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KPI – November 2025: State of the Economy
Recent data shows payrolls were stronger than expected, suggesting the economy is still on a firm footing...
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KPI – November 2025: Consumer Trends
After the federal shutdown ended, sentiment lifted slightly, but consumers remain frustrated about high prices & weakening incomes…
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KPI – November 2025: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent vehicle recall notices for Ford, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Lexus & Toyota models…
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Today’s Crossovers Combine a Small Size With Big Ambitions
CUV owners are always looking for ways to maximize style, performance & cargo space...
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No Shortage of Passion, Cool Cars & High Energy at SEMA Show 2025
A photo gallery of just a few of the many amazing truck, van & SUV builds at the Las Vegas…
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For Racers Who Need Serious Spark Output, the MSD ULTRA 7AL Is the Right Choice
Offering high voltage with four-step retards, three rev limits & two rpm switch outputs, the new 7AL checks all the…
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AI’s Place in Automotive Aftermarket Shops, Part I
How artificial intelligence can power your company’s engine behind the scenes...
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Superwinch – New Scorpion 10,000-Pound 12V DC Winch With Synthetic Rope
Meet the Scorpion 10000SR - Engineered for those who demand uncompromising strength & reliability when the job gets tough...
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New Colors Added to 3M Wrap Film Series 2080 – Now 111 Options
3M adds 8 bold new colors to its Wrap Film Series 2080, expanding creative options for installers & customers...
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Aftermarket Lighting Steals the Show for a Variety of On- & Off-Road Projects
Help customers push back the dark by selling & installing off-road lighting systems...