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The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
Key Performance Indicators Report — July 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 — July: The Brief
Despite some upward trends, there is still division between those who expect a quick recovery and those who believe the U.S. is on the path to a depression…
KPI — July: State of Business — Automotive Industry
The aftermarket remains hopeful that the recession hit its lowest point in mid-April…
KPI — July: New and Used Vehicle Sales
While the worst may already be past, the vehicle market isn’t expected to change much during the next quarter…
KPI — July: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — July: State of the Economy
Getting COVID-19 under control could ease unemployment and help consumers regain confidence…
KPI — July: State of the Manufacturing Sector
The manufacturing sector saw a second consecutive month of growth in June…
KPI — July: Consumer Trends
Widespread resurgence of COVID-19 has reversed the positive trend in consumer sentiment…
Ford Introduces 7-Motor Mustang Mach-E 1400
Ford has introduced the new, all-electric Mustang Mach-E 1400. Coming hot on the heels of the 1,400-horsepower all-electric Mustang Cobra Jet 1400, this one-off Mustang Mach-E has seven electric motors and was developed in collaboration with RTR. Built off a Mustang Mach-E GT body-in-white, the prototype targets 1,400 peak horsepower. “Now is the perfect time… Continue reading Ford Introduces 7-Motor Mustang Mach-E 1400
Audi Bids Farewell to the R8 V10 Quattro with Limited Edition Model
The limited-edition version will add features previously reserved for the performance model…
Toyota Adds AWD, ‘Nightshade’ Options for 2021 Avalon
Toyota is offering a number of new options for the 2021 Avalon sedan, including all-wheel drive and a ‘Nightshade Edition,’ the automaker announced. The 10 Avalon variations for 2021 include: V6 gas engine: XLE, XSE Nightshade, Limited, Touring and TRD grades Hybrid: XLE, XSE and Limited grades All-Wheel Drive: XLE and Limited grades For the… Continue reading Toyota Adds AWD, ‘Nightshade’ Options for 2021 Avalon
SVE Rolls Out YENKO/SC Supercharged Silverado
The truck is powered by a custom-built, 800-horespower 378 C.I.D. supercharged LT-1-based engine…
WebMD Features NHRA Funny Car Driver Paul Lee in New Video
WebMD follows NHRA Funny Car driver and McLeod Racing President Paul Lee’s journey back to the track after he suffered a widow-maker heart attack in 2016 in a recently released video. “The Green Light,” which you can watch above, showcases the trials of Lee’s rehabilitation back to a healthy lifestyle both on and off the… Continue reading WebMD Features NHRA Funny Car Driver Paul Lee in New Video
Jeep JL Platform Provides Design Challenges in the Automotive Aftermarket
The new JL platform from Jeep quickly became one of the most significant introductions from carmakers in years. Like every other Jeep platform, opportunities for aftermarket manufacturers to modify, lift and design came quickly after the introduction. For aftermarket drivetrain engineers, working on the new Jeep JL platform provided design challenges when it came to… Continue reading Jeep JL Platform Provides Design Challenges in the Automotive Aftermarket