The redesigned vehicle is powered by a 320-horsepower Honda engine and can go from zero to 100 mph in just 6.8 seconds…
Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
Featured Product: The VDOG — Variable Angle Gear
Engineered to solve difficult steering linkage situations, the VDOG can be mounted virtually anywhere inside a vehicle. Ideal for Cab-Overs, T-Buckets, and specialty builds with big motors and tight firewall clearance.
Legacy Classic Trucks Restores 1936 Yellowstone Tour Bus
The White 706 tour bus was one of only 98 ever designed and will return to service at a Montana hotel later this year…
Left Brain vs. Right Brain: Synchrony Consumer Study Probes Brand Loyalty
Emotional factors like honesty, transparency and reliability can go a long way toward building customer loyalty…
Honda Unveils Redesigned Ridgeline
The updated pickup includes a redesigned hood, new infotainment system and an extra-wide bed…
Featured Product: Compustar PRO T13 Remote Starter & Alarm
The Compustar PRO T13 is the industry’s most powerful remote start and security system! This system features a brand new two-way LCD remote with up to 3 miles of range and proximity-unlocking capabilities…
Life After COVID in the Automotive Aftermarket
In a post-COVID world, connecting your shop with an online community of retail consumers has never been more important…
Key Performance Indicators Report — September 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 — 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…