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The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
KPI — September: The Brief
Various economic indicators have rebounded in July and August at a greater than expected rate…
KPI — September: State of Business: Automotive Industry
Buoyed by visible signs of recovery, the automotive industry remains resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic…
KPI — September: New & Used Vehicle Sales
While still behind year-over-year numbers, new vehicle sales continue to rise…
KPI — September: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — September: State of the Economy
Despite a sharp uptick in COVID-19 cases, the economy continues to recover from its second-quarter contraction…
KPI — September: State of the Manufacturing Sector
The manufacturing sector saw its third consecutive month of growth in August…
KPI — September: Consumer Trends
Consumer spending has rebounded, but consumer optimism about the short-term economic outlook is on the decline…
Wrangler 4xe Joins Jeep’s EV Lineup
The plug-in hybrid offers up to 25 miles of electric-only propulsion and an estimated 50 MPG…
Building Customer Value Through Supplier Relationships
Solid relationships with manufacturers and distributors can help you offer better prices and more products to your customers…
A Look Inside the Lucas Oil Fabrication Shop
The operation produces everything from Top Fuel dragsters to trade show displays…
PHOTO GALLERY: Trends Spotted at the 2020 Symco Rod & Kustom Show
Missing car shows this year? We were too until we went to the Symco Rod & Kustom Weekender. Thousands of “traditional” hot rodders traveled to this event, which ran from Aug. 6-8, which highlighted the trends that younger car enthusiasts are embracing these days—trends that will certainly affect what kind of jobs shops get in… Continue reading PHOTO GALLERY: Trends Spotted at the 2020 Symco Rod & Kustom Show
Trim Shop Launching YouTube Series
Watch a preview of Season 1…
Bruce Canepa Walks Through the Porsche 959
Canepa gives an in-depth look at the restoration of three different Porsche 959s…
Dee Zee’s Jeep & Overland Product Overview is On Demand – Watch Now
Join Dee Zee for a walkthrough of our Jeep & Overland accessory lineup. We’ll cover product features, hold a live Q&A and give away great prizes, including a JL/JT roof rack, portable fire pit, Grizzly Cooler and swag…