Albuquerque, New Mexico had the highest auto theft rate in 2017 by a wide margin, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau’s (NICB) latest Hot Spots report. While car theft slight decreased last year in Albuquerque, the city’s rate of 1,096 vehicle thefts per 100,000 citizens is still 34-percent higher than second place Anchorage, Alaska. The top… Continue reading Top 10 Markets for Vehicle Theft Prevention Accessories
Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
Trailer Premieres for ‘Ferrari: Race to Immortality’
The trailer for a new racing documentary set to stream debuted (see it above). The movie-Ferrari: Race to Immortality-will be available for streaming on Amazon July 24. The film carries an 89 percent Rotten Tomatoes score on nine critical reviews. The description of the film is as follows: The 1950s. Dawn of the iconic Scuderia… Continue reading Trailer Premieres for ‘Ferrari: Race to Immortality’
Rev Up Your Revenue: Generating Repeat Business with Custom Accessories
Growing your business can be a difficult prospect when you look at the competitive landscape. You’re likely offering the same services that 95 percent or more of your competitors are also offering. I’m sure you’ve been told you can increase your marketing and advertising budget, but I don’t have access to the money tree-¦Do you?… Continue reading Rev Up Your Revenue: Generating Repeat Business with Custom Accessories
Celebrities Headline Iola Car Show
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following blog was written by John Gunnell, owner of Gunner’s Great Garage Restoration Shop in Manawa, Wisconsin. Gunnell regularly contributes articles and industry-driven observations for THE SHOP magazine and eNewsletter. Several shops in the Central Wisconsin area are helping the Iola Car Show attract more visitors by instituting the help of several celebrities. The Iola… Continue reading Celebrities Headline Iola Car Show
TUX Camaro Named Street Machine of the Year
Detroit Speed Inc. earned its second Goodguys Street Machine of the Year award with a custom-built 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, named TUX…
Hollywood Hot Rods Gets a New Home
Editor’s Note: The following excerpt was taken from an article appearing in the August issue of THE SHOP magazine, mailing soon. Read the whole article in print or digital. There are few more famous builders than Troy Ladd, owner of Hollywood Hot Rods, who recently moved into a new space and continues to garner accolades with his own take on traditionalism. Unlike most… Continue reading Hollywood Hot Rods Gets a New Home
Shop Upgrades Truck for Deployed Air National Guardsman
An Air National Guardsman recently came home from deployment to a huge surprise thanks to Cap World, a truck accessories and towing shop chain with 12 locations peppering the east coast from Florida to New Hampshire. When TSgt Jeff Jorritsma returned to Huntington, Massachusetts he found that his 2011 Ford F-150 had undergone a big… Continue reading Shop Upgrades Truck for Deployed Air National Guardsman
Photo Gallery: Back to the ‘50s Car Show
As ididit continues its ididit with ididit tour visiting car shows across the nation, it’s team on the ground is snapping some great photos along the way…
Internet Parts: To Service or Not to Service
Editor’s Note: The following excerpt was taken from an article titled “Bring Your Own Parts” in the August issue of THE SHOP magazine, mailing soon. Read the whole article in print or digital. BYOP. Bring Your Own Parts. Is your shop ready to address this thorny issue, and what’s the best approach? It’s a tough one, especially in this industry.… Continue reading Internet Parts: To Service or Not to Service
Dahl Automotive Museum Combines Family History with Automotive Lore
Andrew H. Dahl in 1911 was operating a small general store in the town of Westby, Wisconsin…
Inside Look at Building an LSX Engine for Krew Kut Dually Truck
Inside Look at Building an LSX Engine for Krew Kut Dually Truck
Smart Glasses Aid Porsche Techs
Augmented reality is coming to U.S. car repairs at Porsche dealerships across the country. Porsche Cars North America has begun rolling out Tech Live Look to its 189 U.S. dealers. The system connects technicians to remote experts via smart glasses for a live interaction that the company says can shorten service resolution times by up… Continue reading Smart Glasses Aid Porsche Techs
2018 No-Prep Triple Crown
Here’s the final edition of every pairing at the 2018 No-Prep Triple Crown, presented by Lane Automotive, held June 16 at US 131 Motorsports Park in Martin, Michigan. Participating companies included Allstar Performance, QuickCar, Fragola Performance Systems, NGK Spark Plugs, Totalseal Piston Rings, MAHLE, MAHLE Motorsport North America, Nitrous Express, Yukon Gear & Axle, Edelbrock Performance, COMP Cams, King Racing, FK Rod Ends, Eagle… Continue reading 2018 No-Prep Triple Crown
Chevy: Blazer Redesign Has Attitude
Chevrolet has introduced the redesigned 2019 Blazer, set to hit dealerships in early 2019…
AEV Teases the ‘Recruit Ram’
American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) has set its sights on the Ram 1500 for its latest creation. The company’s half-ton Recruit proof-of-concept vehicle was created for off-road performance while maintaining factory ride and handling. The Recruit’s 4-inch DualSport-SC suspension is its marquee upgrade. AEV offered an existing 4-inch lift system for the base Ram 1500 and… Continue reading AEV Teases the ‘Recruit Ram’