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…
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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
KPI — April: New and Used Vehicle Sales
New Vehicle Market Data Vehicle sales continued to nose dive in relation to COVID-19, with March total new-vehicle sales down 37.9% year-over- year. The March SAAR plummeted to 11.4 million—down from 16.7 million the month prior and a decrease from 17.3 million last year. Additionally, new vehicle inventories came in over 3.7 million units. •… Continue reading KPI — April: New and Used Vehicle Sales
KPI — April: Recent Vehicle Recalls
2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass Vehicles Affected: Approximately 425,600 model year 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic pickup trucks and Jeep Compass SUVs produced before March 3rd The Problem: The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly. This reduces the driver’s visibility in certain… Continue reading KPI — April: Recent Vehicle Recalls
KPI — April: State of the Economy
Total nonfarm payroll employment fell by 701,000 in March while the unemployment rate rose to 4.4%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate increase of 0.9 percentage point stands as the largest month-over-month increase since January 1975, and is reflective of the pandemic and efforts to contain it properly. Subsequently, the number… Continue reading KPI — April: State of the Economy
KPI — April: Manufacturing ISM
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in March, and the overall economy grew for the 131st consecutive month, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®. The March PMI® registered 49.1%, down one percentage point from the February reading of 50.1%. The Report On Business® measures its data using… Continue reading KPI — April: Manufacturing ISM
KPI — April: Voice of Consumers
A negative short-term outlook has caused consumer confidence to decline sharply…
Ford Performance Unveils Electric Dragster Prototype
It won’t hurt your ears and doesn’t use a drop of fuel, but it’s projected to crush the quarter-mile in the low-8-second range at more than 170 mph. For the first time ever, Ford Performance has introduced a one-off Mustang Cobra Jet factory drag racer with all-electric propulsion. The battery-powered Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 prototype… Continue reading Ford Performance Unveils Electric Dragster Prototype
Genesis Rolls Out Third-Generation G80
The updated sedan aims to strike a balance between performance and luxury…
Hennessey Unveils 912-HP Audi R8
The twin turbo V10 has a 0-60 time of 2.6 seconds…
SEMA Webinars Explain SBA Loan Programs, Labor Laws
A recently held SEMA webinar explaining the Paycheck Protection Program and other Small Business Administration loan programs, is now available for viewing as a recording, the organization announced. Hosted by Daniel Ingber, SEMA’s vice president of government and legal affairs, and C.E. “Tee” Rowe, president and CEO of America’s Small Business Development Centers, the webinar… Continue reading SEMA Webinars Explain SBA Loan Programs, Labor Laws
From the Mag: Finding a New Level
When drivers can’t find what they want from a factory vehicle trim level, work with dealerships to create a new one…
Noise Cancelling Wind Diffuser For Roof Mounted LED Light Bars By ZROADZ
The ZROADZ patented Noise Cancelling Wind Diffusers provides an easy method to silence noisy roof mounted LED light bars. The simple installation process is designed to work with most standard heat sink LED light bars and will virtually eliminate wind noise caused by the airflow passing around the light bar. ZROADZ Wind Diffusers are a… Continue reading Noise Cancelling Wind Diffuser For Roof Mounted LED Light Bars By ZROADZ