As the aftermarket prepares for SEMA360, the industry continues to wrestle with COVID-related challenges and an uncertain economic and political environment…
Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
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…
Featured Product: Allstar Performance Remote Oil Filter Mount Kit
Machined billet aluminum mount for relocating an oil filter. Top-mounted -12 ORB ports for easy connection and hose routing and a 1/8-inch NPT pressure port. Kit includes oil filter thread adapters…
Planning Your Shop’s Growth
Crafting a new growth business plan can help keep your shop on the right track…
Featured Product: In-Person SEMA Show is Off, SEMA360 is On
SEMA360 is a very robust and highly interactive online business platform complete with live connections to manufacturers, education seminar presenters, activities, industry legends and celebrities…
Featured Product: Rugged Ridge LED Daytime Running Light (DRL) Chop Bracket
Create more clearance and a stylish look with the Rugged Ridge DRL Chop Bracket. Modifying JL flares for off-road is easy and the look of the Rugged Ridge Fender Chop Brackets is nothing short of heroic…
Exploring New Heights
A guide for identifying the ideal suspension setup for your customer’s needs…
Lexus Reveals LX-Based Concept Vehicle
The supercharged ‘J201 Concept’ is equipped with a full slate of performance upgrades and off-roading accessories…
Featured Product: MAHLE Motorsports Hemi 5.7L Dome PowerPak Plus Piston Kit
MAHLE Motorsport has now added to its growing line of power-adder ready pistons a new Chrysler 5.7L Hemi dome, in both stock stroke and 3.00” stroker applications for added strength, compression and durability…