Inflation has replaced labor quality as the number one problem facing small businesses, with 31% pointing to soaring prices as the greatest challenge…
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The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
KPI — April 2022: State of Business — Automotive Industry
Supply chain woes, rapid inflation and new fears surrounding war are impacting the automotive industry at large, with March figures down 14% year-over-year…
KPI — April 2022: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — April 2022: State of the Economy
Continuing inflation has contributed to the largest 12-month general price increase since 1981…
KPI — April 2022: Consumer Trends
Despite a slight uptick in consumer confidence, short-term expectations for the economy worsened due to rising prices, the war in Ukraine and other factors…
Retro Designs Introduces Custom 1965 C2 Sting Ray
Powered by a 430-horsepower LS3, the restored C2 body sits on a custom-built C7 chassis…
Refreshed Kia Telluride Debuts Ahead of New York Auto Show
The new X-Line and X-Pro models offer increased towing capacity, higher ground clearance, all-terrain tires, raised roof rails and more…
Toyota Launches All-New bZ4X BEV
Available with all-wheel drive, the all-electric SUV offers an EPA-estimated range of 252 miles…
Jeep Concept Vehicles Unveiled for Easter Jeep Safari
Five new Jeep concept vehicles will debut at the annual off-roading event, including the all-electric Magneto 2.0…
Why Your Customer’s RAM 1500 Needs a Suspension Upgrade
Make sure their pickup is ready for the job with a proper helper spring upgrade…
Ford GT Holman Moody Heritage Edition Honors 1966 Le Mans Sweep
The GT Holman Moody Edition supercar will be on display at the 2022 New York Auto Show alongside the podium-placing Holman Moody Ford GT40 MK II, chassis No. P/1016…
From the Mag: Find Your Way Back
There’s a device or an app for that…
E.C.D. Automotive Design Reveals LS3-Powered Defender 110
‘Project Ainsworth’ is powered by a 565-horsepower LS3 and is complemented by a Borla dual exhaust, 20-inch Kahn Mondial Retro wheels, a 2-inch lift and more…
Honda Reveals Redesigned HR-V
Based on the Honda Civic, the new compact crossover features a longer wheelbase and wider stance than the previous generation, as well as a new engine and independent rear suspension…
Keystone Automotive Operations Celebrates 50th Anniversary at 2022 BIG Show
Keystone Automotive Operations, distributor and marketer of aftermarket products and services, celebrated its 50th anniversary at the 2022 Keystone Automotive Operations BIG Show sponsored by Weather Guard, March 25–26. The 50-year Legacy Celebration presentation at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center ballroom was the first activity on a schedule that included exhibitor displays, more… Continue reading Keystone Automotive Operations Celebrates 50th Anniversary at 2022 BIG Show