Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
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KPI – May 2026: State of Manufacturing
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in April for the fourth consecutive month, growing at the same pace as…
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KPI – May 2026: State of Business – Automotive Industry
U.S. new vehicle sales are up 5.8% in May, but global forecasts are being cut as energy prices & geopolitical…
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KPI – May 2026: State of the Economy
In April, job gains outperformed forecasts & the unemployment rate held steady, but wages rose less than expected…
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KPI – May 2026: Consumer Trends
Consumer sentiment fell for the third consecutive month in May as gas prices surged, inflation expectations rose & confidence edged…
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KPI – May 2026: Recent Vehicle Recalls
Recent recall notices for Ford, Hyundai, Jeep, Mercedes-Benz, Tesla & Toyota models...
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SEMA PRO Cup Challenge: Building Better Restylers
How an annual contest became a blueprint for growth in the auto restyling industry.
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Meet Track 20: Built for Performance, Designed for Simplicity
The next evolution in performance wiring from American Autowire is almost here...
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SEMA’s 2026 Future Trends Report Shows Optimism Despite Global Headwinds
The report reveals slow but stabilizing growth, with optimism that the market will recover to historical norms despite tariffs &…
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Lifts & Leveling Kits: Buying Trends & Common Market Misconceptions
A Q&A for shops serving off-roaders, overlanders & those simply looking for appearance upgrades with larger wheels & tires…
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RAM 1500 Transmission Cooler
More core, capacity & confidence. Mishimoto’s transmission cooler — engineered for every demand of your RAM 1500...
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Westin’s All-New Power Retractable Tonneau Cover Is Here — Now in Stock
The low-profile, OE-style design sits on top of bed rails, giving the truck a clean appearance without sacrificing functionality...
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Hot Rodders of Tomorrow: Still Building the Auto Aftermarket’s Future
The 18-year-old HROT engine building challenge continues to attract young talent to the industry...
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New Website – Same Steelcraft Strength
The new SteelcraftAutomotive.com is live. Faster navigation, improved fitment search & the products you trust...
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Hot Shot’s Secret Tick Fix + Protect Lifter Restorer + Nano Lubricant
Helps reduce LS & HEMI lifter tick, quiet valvetrain noise & protect stop/start, hybrid & displacement‑on‑demand engines...
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ARB Old Man Emu Brings BP-51 Bypass Suspension Kits to the 2021+ Ford F-150
ARB’s Old Man Emu BP-51 Bypass Shock Absorbers now available for 2021-plus Ford F-150 – bolt-in fitment, zero modifications required....