Tag: Restyling

Window Film: True or False?

Quality tint products are moving the industry forward. (Photo courtesy Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions)

This article originally appeared in the February 2023 issue of THE SHOP. It’s not just consumers who have questions when it comes to choosing the right window film for their vehicles. Professionals may not always have all the answers, either. To help, tint manufacturers and suppliers clear up some common misconceptions and separate fact from… Continue reading Window Film: True or False?

Make It Work: Serving Commercial Customers

Recently, there has been more of a focus on safety and limiting vehicle downtime. (Photo courtesy Lippert/LUVERNE)

This article originally appeared in the February 2023 issue of THE SHOP. While much is made of how the specialty automotive aftermarket brings joy and personalization to consumer vehicle owners, there’s another part of the industry that just wants to work smarter, not harder. Commercial customers appreciate accessories and packages that improve utility, safety and… Continue reading Make It Work: Serving Commercial Customers

BASF Releases 2022 Color Report

Achromatic colors dominated the automotive market around the globe in 2022, according to the annual BASF Color Report for Automotive OEM Coatings, but the automotive color rainbow is expanding to allow colors like yellow, orange, green, and violet to take market share. Despite the shift in colors, the achromatic colors – white, black, silver, and… Continue reading BASF Releases 2022 Color Report

Vehicle, Equipment Debuts Scheduled for Work Truck Week

New electric and internal combustion commercial vehicles are among the products slated to debut during Work Truck Week 2023, event organizers announced. Work Truck Week is scheduled for March 7–10, at Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Green Truck Summit is March 7. Educational sessions run March 7–9. The Work Truck Show exhibit hall is open… Continue reading Vehicle, Equipment Debuts Scheduled for Work Truck Week

Ziebart Appears on List of Top Franchises

Ziebart was recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list, the company announced. Jumping up the list 12 spots from 2022, the 2023 Franchise 500 ranked Ziebart as No. 169 for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power, the outlet said. In… Continue reading Ziebart Appears on List of Top Franchises

BOLT Lock Names 2022 Manufacturer’s Representative of the Year

Rob Eberhart of R&R Marketing has been named BOLT Lock’s Manufacturer’s Representative of the Year for 2022, the company announced. Candidates for BOLT Lock’s Manufacturer’s Representative of the Year award are recognized for excellence in sales, exhibiting comprehensive knowledge of the BOLT Technology product line and building strong relationships with both existing and prospective accounts,… Continue reading BOLT Lock Names 2022 Manufacturer’s Representative of the Year

Viper to Present Remote Start Install Skills Challenge at MasterTech Expo

Viper Remote Start & Security, a VOXX-DEI company, has partnered with Mobile Solutions to bring the 2023 MasterTech Security Challenge skills competition to the MasterTech Expo, the company announced. Scheduled for March 5-8 in Mesa, Arizona, the MasterTech Expo offers professional education, peer-to-peer networking and a showcase of exhibitors for automotive fabricators, trimmers, designers, 12-volt… Continue reading Viper to Present Remote Start Install Skills Challenge at MasterTech Expo

Tint World Makes List of Top Franchises

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers was recognized for the 10th consecutive year as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, the company announced. The 2023 Franchise 500 ranks Tint World 368th for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power, the publication said. “The past… Continue reading Tint World Makes List of Top Franchises

Axalta Names Techno Blue 2023 Automotive Color of the Year

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Axalta Coating Systems has named Techno Blue as its 2023 Global Automotive Color of the Year, the company announced. Axalta’s 2022 Automotive Color Trends ‘Powered by Color’ report highlights the generational trends, changing reality and positive outlook that shaped this 2023 selection, the company said. “This year’s color is vibrant and radiates positivity,” said Hadi… Continue reading Axalta Names Techno Blue 2023 Automotive Color of the Year

Building Dreams with BDM Customs

Marc McCombs of BDM Customs

This article originally appeared in the January 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. When a shop has been in business for more than 26 years and continues to expand, chances are the owners are doing something right. BDM Customs has a strong presence in and around Tempe, Arizona with its lifted truck packages for dealerships,… Continue reading Building Dreams with BDM Customs

Firstech Forms Direct Partnership with Tint World

Firstech, the maker of Compustar, DroneMobile and Momento, has announced a new direct partnership with retailer Tint World, the companies announced. As part of the new partnership, Tint World franchise partners will gain direct access to Firstech’s catalog of vehicle remote start, security and telematics solutions. Brands offered will include Compustar, iDatastart, DroneMobile, tesa tape… Continue reading Firstech Forms Direct Partnership with Tint World

Running Boards & Steps

Photo courtesy ARIES

This article originally appeared in the January 2023 print issue of THE SHOP magazine. Running boards and steps serve a practical purpose by easing entry into taller vehicles, an aesthetic purpose by adding off-road appeal to trucks and SUVs, and even a protective purpose by guarding doors and fender areas from chips and dings. If… Continue reading Running Boards & Steps