Consumer confidence grew, fueling strong consumer spending, despite an Employment Situation Summary that fell short of expectations…
Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
KPI — May 2021: Consumer Trends
Consumer confidence has rebounded sharply over the last two months thanks to record federal stimulus spending, both recently passed and proposed, as well as the positive impact from a growing share of the population who are vaccinated…
Process Improvement
What lean manufacturing can teach you about streamlining your shop’s operations…
Ford Offers Increased Off-Road Capability with Explorer Timberline
The package includes exclusive interior and exterior elements, four-wheel drive, upgraded suspension, all-terrain tires and more…
Updates on First In-Person Wraps Event of 2021: WRAPSCON
The in-person show, set for June 15-17 at the Indianapolis Convention Center, will feature panel discussions, a single-elimination team wraps contest, demonstrations and more…
An Inside Look at Amelia Island Concours
As part of its ‘Inside the 59’ series, The Brumos Collection talks with Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Founder and Chairman Bill Warner…
Hennessey Unveils Ram TRX SUV
The Texas-based builder will convert 20 Ram TRX pickups into 1,012-horsepower, seven-seat SUVs equipped with its ‘Mammoth Off Road’ package…
Hyundai Kona Joins N Lineup
The Kona is the first N model SUV and is powered by a 280-horsepower, 2.0-liter turbocharged GDI engine…
Volkswagen to Test ID.4 EV at NORRA Mexican 1000
Driven by Tanner Foust, the electric SUV will run its stock powertrain and battery pack with an off-road suspension, roll cage and other modifications…
Type S Origin Story
Acura looks back on the history and development of its Type S variants…
Hyundai Unveils Santa Cruz
The ‘Sport Adventure Vehicle’ offers multiple powertrain options, an open bed with a lockable tonneau cover and all-wheel drive…
Students Offer Future Vehicle Design Inspiration
Toyota names nine U.S. winners of annual Dream Car art contest…
Keep an Eye Out for Advanced HUD Systems
Introductions at CES 2021 showcase the technology’s expanded potential with AR…
Mazda Enters EV Market with MX-30
The crossover is the brand’s first battery-electric vehicle and is powered by a 144-horsepower electric motor…
Hoonigan Puts Ram 1500 TRX to the Test
See if the 702-horsepower pickup can beat a supercharged, 582-horsepower desert buggy in a head-to-head drag race…