This article originally appeared in the April 2023 issue of THE SHOP. We recently bought an original 1927 Oakland for $9,500—that was $6,500 more than we paid for a 1917 Oakland in the fall of 2016. Our “new” car had its original paint and upholstery and 28,000 original miles. It also came to us with… Continue reading Living Legends: Pre-War Projects On the Rise
Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
1964 Ferrari 250 LM Wins Amelia Concours de Sport Best in Show
Driven to victory by American Masten Gregory and future world champion Jochen Rindt, the 3.3-liter V-12 is the last Ferrari to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans…
Hold Me Tight: Performance Clutch Systems
This article originally appeared in the April 2023 issue of THE SHOP. The continued excitement around manual shifting from a loyal group of racers and street enthusiasts means the clutch market remains strong, even amid all the new developments happening with automatic transmissions. In fact, the clutch market is seeing plenty of advancements of its… Continue reading Hold Me Tight: Performance Clutch Systems
Featured Product: Dee Zee X-Series Truck Bed & Tailgate Mats
Dee Zee’s restyled truck bed met offers the same great features with a rugged new design…
Brembo to Supply Calipers to Full F1 Grid in 2023
The Brembo Group will supply its calipers to all 10 teams in the 2023 Formula One World Championship, the company announced. Nine teams will be supplied with Brembo calipers while one team will be supplied with AP Racing calipers, a company based in Coventry (UK) owned Brembo, the company said. All 20 Formula One drivers… Continue reading Brembo to Supply Calipers to Full F1 Grid in 2023
Hennessey Now Offering ‘Carbon Edition’ Mammoth TRX
Hennessey, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer, is expanding its MAMMOTH TRX lineup with the new Carbon Edition, the company announced. The Carbon Edition will have a full complement of carbon-fiber components that are lighter, stronger, more chemical resistant and temperature tolerant than the existing plastic factory parts that they replace. The comprehensive new ‘Carbon Edition’ package… Continue reading Hennessey Now Offering ‘Carbon Edition’ Mammoth TRX
Honda Debuts Hybrid CR-V Test Car
The demo car is powered by a 2.2-liter twin-turbocharged, electrified Honda V6 INDYCAR power unit and will serve as a ‘rolling laboratory’ for HPD’s hybrid technology…
Bruce Meyer Donates McGee Roadster to Petersen Museum
The 1932 Ford originated many of the design cues now synonymous with hot rodding, according to the museum…
Toyota Revives GR Corolla Circuit Edition for 2024
Standard features for the limited-edition model include a forged carbon fiber roof, rear spoiler, a leather-wrapped shift knob and more…
Featured Product: Eibach Lift Springs for Ford Bronco Sport Badlands
Eibach spring lifts allow full range of suspension travel without additional stress on bushings and ball-joints…
Driving & Thriving: The Classic Car Market
This article originally appeared in the March 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. If you’re uncertain about the classic car market heading into 2023, a panel of experts has some advice: Stop worrying and start driving. Sharing their thoughts at the Classic-Car Trends: Preparing for the Future seminar during the 2022 SEMA Show, panel members… Continue reading Driving & Thriving: The Classic Car Market
Shop Tour: Vermont SportsCar
Take a tour of the rally car builder’s facility with Bucky Lasek and owner Lance Smith…
Carrying On With Overland Racks
This article originally appeared in the March 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. There are a few staples of any self-respecting overland rig. Oversized wheels and tires. A recovery winch. And a versatile, dependable rack system for hauling and storage. Today’s overland rack market is overflowing with innovative, versatile products to take just about anything… Continue reading Carrying On With Overland Racks
Steady Flow: Fuel Pumps & Systems
The article originally appeared in the March 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. Performance fuel pumps and systems are a vital part of today’s high-horsepower engine builds. Whether on the street or at the track, drivers expect the fuel they need when they need it to get them where they’re going. These days that fuel… Continue reading Steady Flow: Fuel Pumps & Systems
Key Performance Indicators Report — February 2023
Sponsored by Holley – A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant global affairs and more…