Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
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Vintage Shop Equipment: Shaler Electric Tube Plate
Using this vulcanizer, a shop could patch four tire tubes at once…
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Ken Block Takes on Fastest Production Mustang
See how the ‘Hoonicorn’ stacks up against NASCAR driver Chase Briscoe and the Ford Mustang GT500…
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Corvette Documentary Goes Behind-the-Scenes of C8 Design — Part 1
Chevrolet designers discuss the influence, research and concepts that went into the design of the mid-engine Corvette…
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Vintage Shop Equipment: Air Compressors
The air compressors of the 1920s looked a bit different than they do today…
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Inside the RM Sotheby’s Garage
Take a virtual tour of the auction firm’s classic car collection, which includes a 1961 Alfa Romeo Zagato, a Series…
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Big Block Nova vs. Ken Block’s AWD Mustang Hoonicorn
Ken Block and the Hoonigan team recently put his Ford Mustang ‘Hoonicorn’ up against a ’66 Chevy Nova SS as…
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Are Used Parts Worth the Price? 5 Questions You Should Answer First
Taking the proper precautions can protect your shop when selling and installing used parts...
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Key Performance Indicators Report — December 2020
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 — December: The Brief
While the U.S. is steering toward economic recovery, challenges remain ahead…
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KPI — December: Special Report: State of Business
Industry leaders reflect on a tumultuous year…
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KPI — December: New and Used Vehicle Sales
The industry saw a dip in both new and used vehicle sales in November...
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KPI — December: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
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KPI — December: State of the Economy
Improvements in the labor market reflect an increase in economic sectors impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic…
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KPI — December: State of the Manufacturing Sector
Manufacturing activity continued to rise in November, contributing to a seventh consecutive month of growth for the overall economy...
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KPI — December: Consumer Trends
Confidence has plateaued as consumers expect unfavorable economic conditions in 2021…