Category: Features

The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.

Toyota 86 Blends Sports Car Fundamentals with 21st Century Performance

The 2019 Toyota 86 2+2 rear-wheel drive coupe line will now include the limited production 86 TRD Special Edition. Two existing grades-the 86 and 86 GT-complete the 86 range, and offer a wide variety of standard amenities, including the choice of a six-speed automatic or manual transmission. The 86 TRD Special Edition is the highest… Continue reading Toyota 86 Blends Sports Car Fundamentals with 21st Century Performance

Ford F-150 Limited to Feature New Engine

The 2019 F-150 Limited will include the same engine used in the late-model Ford Raptor. “(F-150 Limited customers) wanted more power, so we combined Raptor’s engine with Limited’s business-class features to deliver Baja fierceness, boardroom style and the grit to tackle tough jobs,” said Todd Eckert, Ford truck group marketing manager. Rated at 450 horsepower… Continue reading Ford F-150 Limited to Feature New Engine

Chevy Adding More Bed Space to Silverado 1500

Chevy is claiming to have achieved best-in-class cargo volume, box depth, and box length at floor with its 2019 Silverado 1500 featuring larger bed volume than last year’s model. The Silverado also will feature 12 fixed tie-downs and a power up/down tailgate. Every Silverado bed size has increased significantly in volume for the 2019 model… Continue reading Chevy Adding More Bed Space to Silverado 1500

Shop vs. Shop: Are Loaner Car Programs Worth It?

Having a loaner car program is a great opportunity to expose customers to more aftermarket products. But is the risk worth the reward? Two shop principals duke it out in THE SHOP magazine’s newest show SHOP vs. SHOP. Click play above to watch. — MEET THE PRINCIPALS Josh Poulson is the principal of Auto Additions in Columbus, Ohio,… Continue reading Shop vs. Shop: Are Loaner Car Programs Worth It?

The Final Touch: Installing Edge Trims and Rubber Seals

Your customer’s car or truck wouldn’t be complete without the proper trims and rubber seals to make it look sleek and protect it from the elements. Universal Edge Trims and Rubber Seals like those offered by Trim-Lok can easily be installed on nearly any vehicle, regardless of make or model. Adding a protective trim to… Continue reading The Final Touch: Installing Edge Trims and Rubber Seals

Q&A: Getting a Handle on Polyurethane

Energy Suspension’s in-house manufacturing policy has thrust the company forward as leading a expert on all-things polyurethane for more than 30 years. The company controls production through the R&D stages, chemical formulation, molding, and final packaging. With all that polyurethane experience, it’s no surprise that the Energy Suspension staff is constantly getting questions from the… Continue reading Q&A: Getting a Handle on Polyurethane

Butyl Adhesive and Hot Melt Adhesive

Trim-Lok offers the widest variety of Trim Seals and Edge Trim products on the market today. Most of these products are now available with pre-applied out-of-the box Butyl adhesive sealant or Hot Melt adhesive. Both provide an additional protection to your Trim Seals and Edge Trim selection.