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The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
E.C.D. Automotive Design Restores Rare Defender 110
One of only 500 vehicles, the ‘Project Alpine Yeti’ is powered by a 2.8-liter Cummins Diesel engine…
A Midweek Michigan Cruise
On what finally felt like a spring day in Eastern Michigan, the sound of performance engines (and a few squealing tires) could be heard up and down Hamlin Road in Rochester Hills on Wednesday. During the COVID-19 crisis, while stay-at-home has driven some people stir crazy, a group of auto enthusiasts decided it was simply… Continue reading A Midweek Michigan Cruise
Superformance Unveils MKIII-R Cobra
Over two-thirds of the Shelby replica’s parts are interchangeable with an original GT40…
Hennessey Kicks Off Production of Goliath 700 Pickup
The supercharged 2020 GM trucks will produce up to 700 horsepower…
From the Mag: Life’s a Beach
The allure of racing on the sand remains strong, at home and overseas…
Legacy Classic Trucks Debuts 1949 Power Wagon Restomod
Paired with vintage styling, the truck is powered by a twin-turbo Cummins 4BT 8-valve turbo diesel engine…
An Ounce of Prevention Is Worth a Pound of Cure
By taking a few common sense steps, you can protect your shop from financial harm…
Learning How to Pivot: Running a Restyling Shop in the Time of COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic has forced restylers to make many difficult business decisions…
Acura Sportscar Drivers Swap Race Cars
ARX-05 prototype driver Ricky Taylor and NSX GT3 Evo driver Trent Hindman traded rides earlier this year at Sebring International Raceway…
Motoroso Picks Up a C8 Corvette
Founder and CEO Alex Littlewood took a few extra precautions to keep himself safe from the coronavirus during the trip to the local dealership…
Featured Product: BedLocker–Pace Edwards by LEER
Operated via remote control, the BedLocker opens and closes in less than 30 seconds and can be stopped at any point along the rails. Its flush-mount fit provides a streamlined look…
Key Performance Indicators Report — April 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 — April: State of Business
North America is bracing itself for recessionary conditions directly related to the stay-at-home orders associated with COVID-19. Nearly 22 million workers have filed for unemployment compensation in the past month, with six of the most highly impacted sectors being Restaurants and Bars, Travel and Transportation, Entertainment (i.e., casinos and amusement parks), Personal Services (i.e., dentists,… Continue reading KPI — April: State of Business
KPI — April: Automotive Aftermarket
As predicted, government stay-at-home orders due to the novel coronavirus have influenced a significant change in many consumer habits—from a substantial increase in Netflix subscriptions and wide-range acceptance of platforms like Zoom to a boost in curbside pickup and delivery of goods. Life in physical isolation has become truly digital, with online shopping at the… Continue reading KPI — April: Automotive Aftermarket