Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
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Key Performance Indicators Report — June 2021
A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, manufacturing summaries, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant…
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KPI — June 2021: The Brief
Vaccination rates may be on the rise, but consumer sentiment and confidence are beginning to simmer due to elevated inflation…
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KPI — June 2021: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
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KPI — June 2021: Consumer Trends
Consumer optimism dipped for the first time in three months prompted by expectations of decelerating growth, inflation and a waning…
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KPI — June 2021: State of the Economy
The Conference Board forecasts real GDP growth in the U.S. will rise to 8.6% (annualized rate) in Q2 2021 and…
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KPI — June 2021: State of Business: Automotive Industry
The U.S. auto industry is maintaining a record sales pace despite historically low inventory levels...
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Porsche Takes New Taycan Cross Turismo Debut to the Extreme
The German manufacturer celebrated the launch of the new crossover by pushing the EV to the limit in two remote…
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Travis Pastrana’s 2020 Gymkhana Subaru WRX STI Hits the Drag Strip
See how Hoonigan’s custom-built rally car stacks up against a 1,000-horsepower 1993 Mazda RX7…
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Toyota Adds 2022 Corolla Cross to Lineup
The all-new compact crossover is based on the Corolla sedan and is powered by a 169-horsepower, 2.0-liter engine…
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Ford Introduces New Compact Pickup
The 2022 Ford Maverick comes standard as a four-door pickup with a full-hybrid powertrain…
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Toyota Upgrades Tacoma TRD Pro for 2022
Changes include a taller suspension lift, Fox internal bypass shocks, an exclusive TRD Pro color and more…
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Toyota Adds All-New GR 86 to Lineup
Power output has increased to 228 horsepower for the 2022 model, while weight savings and frame reinforcements further improve performance…
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Toyota Tacoma Trail Edition Returns for 2022
The Trail Edition features front and rear lifts, skid plates, exclusive styling, lockable bed storage and more…
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Bestop Recognizes Australia-Based JeepKonection as June Jobber of the Month
The 'shop down under’ has committed to serving the country’s broad range and unique mix of off-roaders and overlanders...
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From the Mag: Fighting the Inventory Battle
Ways to overcome current shortages of parts and new vehicles…