THE SHOP created the Key Performance Indicators Report to provide shop owners with valuable economic and industry data in an accessible, time-saving manner. Click on any of the links below to access that data in this month’s report. The Brief While consumer confidence and sentiment are on the rise, inflation and labor shortages continue to impact… Continue reading Key Performance Indicators Report — July 2023
Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
KPI — July 2023: The Brief
While consumer confidence and sentiment are on the rise, inflation and labor shortages continue to impact small businesses…
KPI — July 2023: State of Business
Vehicle sales growth continued in June, but the industry may face challenges in the coming months, such as higher interest rates and changing economic conditions…
KPI — July 2023: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — July 2023: State of the Economy
There continues to be a tug of war between the overall economy and labor market, according to economists…
KPI — July 2023: Consumer Trends
While consumers expressed a more upbeat outlook this month, surveys indicate they are anticipating a recession at some point during the next 6 to 12 months…
Prefix Corp.: At the Heart of the Action
This article originally appeared in the August 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. By Maura Keller Family businesses have long been a staple of the American economy. According to the Small Business Administration, about 90% of all U.S. companies are family-owned or controlled. Ranging in size from small mom-and-pop shops to Fortune 500 entities, family… Continue reading Prefix Corp.: At the Heart of the Action
Lamborghini Unveils SC63 Prototype
The prototype will compete in the WEC Hypercar class, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and the GTP class of the IMSA WeatherTech Sports Car Championship…
Hyundai Reveals All-New Santa Fe
The model’s first redesign since 2018 was influenced by the latest outdoor lifestyle trends and aims to maximize rear cargo capacity, according to Hyundai…
Hennessey Performance Introduces 2024 Ford Mustang ‘H850’ Dark Horse
The Texas-based tuner has added a supercharger, high-flow air induction system and other upgrades to increase the S650 Dark Horse’s power output to 850 hp…
Goodguys Crowns 2023 Classic Instruments Street Rod of the Year
The 1927 Track-T Roadster was built by Shadow Rods of Saginaw, Michigan, and Greening Auto Company of Cullman, Alabama…
Goodguys Names 2023 PPG Street Machine of the Year
The award went to a 1967 Ford Mustang built by Ironworks Speed & Kustom of Bakersfield, California…
Chevrolet Introduces Redesigned Traverse
The updated SUV features more truck-like proportions, an all-new engine and an off-road capable Z71 model…
Tonneau Covers
This article originally appeared in the August 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. When it comes to bed protection options for your truck-driving customers, tonneau manufacturers have you covered. Hard folding, roll-up, expandable and related models can fit any need, for work or play, while feature-rich offerings and quick installations allow shops to add a… Continue reading Tonneau Covers
AutoPlex: A Mile High & Climbing
This article originally appeared in the August 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. In 1995, Josh Elliott was 19 years old when he started Auto Trim Design in Denver. Installing pinstripes, moldings and spoilers like many restylers did in those days, he simply reacted to whatever the needs of the car dealers were at that… Continue reading AutoPlex: A Mile High & Climbing