4WD Toyota Owner Magazine upgraded the Tacoma TRD Pro with a new suspension, a rear bumper with dual swingouts, a cargo bed tent and more…
Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
Featured Product: Covercraft Carbon Stretch Vehicle Covers
A stretchable barrier of protection, designed for both indoor and outdoor storage, that conforms to fit the vehicle perfectly…
Chevrolet Showcases All-Electric 1977 K5 Blazer-E
Debuted during SEMA360, the K5 Blazer-E features the upcoming Chevrolet Performance eCrate package…
All Eyes on the Future of OEM and Aftermarket Development
A glance at the automotive aftermarket’s year ahead as it bounces back from COVID-19…
Featured Product: The NEW Air Lift ProSeries
The air spring system with premium features. Designed specifically for dealers and installers. The NEW Air Lift ProSeries offers an opportunity for local shops to compete against the growing e-commerce market…
Key Performance Indicators Report — October 2020
A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, manufacturing summaries, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant global affairs and more…
KPI — October: The Brief
Keeping a cap on COVID-19 cases could be the key to continued economic recovery…
KPI – October: State of Business: Automotive Industry
As the aftermarket prepares for SEMA360, the industry continues to wrestle with COVID-related challenges and an uncertain economic and political environment…
KPI — October: New and Used Vehicle Sales
While new vehicle sales are heading in the right direction, the market is faced with low supply, fewer incentives and high prices…
KPI — October: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — October: State of the Economy
Economic indicators improved at a greater-than-expected rate over the summer, but the rebound is slowing amid a sharp uptick in new COVID-19 cases…
KPI — October: State of the Manufacturing Sector
While certain industry sectors are experiencing difficulties, manufacturing demand is trending upward…
KPI — October: Consumer Trends
Consumer confidence decreased in October after a sharp increase in September…
Video Tour of SEMA360
SEMA360 starts on Monday, so SEMA created a quick video tour of the show’s online platform to help attendees prepare for the weeklong virtual event. The virtual platform will feature new products, vehicles and 650 exhibiting manufacturers. In addition to viewing new products and SEMA builds, attendees can chat with exhibitors, attend educational sessions and… Continue reading Video Tour of SEMA360
Bugatti Developing Hyper Sports Car Concept Vehicle
Using the French automaker’s 8.0-liter W16-cylinder engine, the Bolide concept car has a projected top speed of over 310 mph…