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Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
SEMA 2021: Covercraft Industries
Use the Covercraft Dealer Portal to check out the new Carhartt Super Dux line of strong, durable CORDURA seat cover fabrics…
SEMA 2021: Elevate Rack System by Truck Hero
Discover the two-part Elevate Rack System for truck beds: Elevate FS & CS Racks, which telescope from 18-inch to 28-inch, and Elevate TS Rails with their t-slot channel system…
SEMA 2021: Flaming River Industries
See a new Electric Steering Column with integrated EPAS (Electronic Power Assisted Steering) system for C3 Corvettes & the VDOG Variable Angle Gear.
KPI — December 2021: The Brief
Consumer optimism is on the decline as concerns grow regarding the COVID-19 omicron variant…
SEMA 2021: Grundy Insurance
Mike Victorino of Grundy Insurance invites restoration professionals to learn more about protecting their shops & vehicles through the Grundy Insurance R&B Program…
KPI — December 2021: State of Business: Automotive Industry
Global vehicle sales improved slightly last month, but supply shortages are still a limiting factor…
KPI — December 2021: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — December 2021: State of the Economy
November marked the highest consumer price hike in nearly four decades, confirming fears of inflation…
KPI — December 2021: Consumer Trends
Consumer confidence levels suggest the economic expansion will continue into early 2022, but confidence and spending will likely face headwinds from rising prices and a potential resurgence of COVID-19…
SEMA 2021: Hellwig Suspension Products
New introductions include front & rear sway bars, Pro Series helper springs, & related load & sway products for late-model trucks & SUVs…
2021 SEMA Show: Husky Liners
Husky Liners’ Jillian Kish introduces the WeatherBeater floor mats, now available for the Ford Bronco as well as 2022 applications. Using the company’s FormFit Design and FormFit Edge technology, each mat is uniquely contoured to a specific make and model.
2021 SEMA Show: Hypertech
Chris Fairless of Hypertech introduces the new plug-in PowerStay system for Fords, Chevys and Chryslers that disables Stop/Start and V-4/V-8 power modes; Spectrum tuning products that optimize a vehicle’s power curve; Spectrum calibration products that maintain speedometer accuracy after gear changes; and the ReAct throttle optimization product that is completely customizable. The company also offers a line of powersports tuning upgrades…
SEMA 2021: Lippert/CURT
Meet the LUVERNE Impact shock-absorbing steel bumper, the CURT PowerRide 30K 5th wheel hitch, Ranch Hand Midnight bumpers & the MultiPro/Multi-Flex tailgate sensor…
SEMA 2021: LTA Mfg.
Matt Blais walks us through the features & benefits of the Mountain Top retractable tonneau cover with accessory tracks.