Tag: Restyling

A Theme Song for Auto Repair Shops?

"High Gear" is a tune written for auto technicians.

Call it a modern country rock tune for technicians. As Leads Near Me gets ready to kick off its first High Gear Auto Repair Marketing Conference Nov. 29-Dec. 1 in Atlanta, it has released a new song and video called “High Gear.” Produced as an ode to auto repair shop owners and employees across the… Continue reading A Theme Song for Auto Repair Shops?

40 Years of Minivan Memories

Chrysler Brand Celebrates 40 Years of Minivan Memories and Milestones, Starts Production of 2024 Chrysler Pacifica, Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

While much maligned, no one can argue that minivans haven’t stood the test of time. Chrysler brand is celebrating four decades as the leader and innovator of family mobility, marking 40 years of the minivan with the recent start of production of the 2024 Chrysler Pacific and Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid at its Windsor, Ontario assembly… Continue reading 40 Years of Minivan Memories

XPEL Adds to Leadership Team

XPEL has appointed two new members to its executive team, the company announced. Tony Rimas was named VP of Revenue and Kim Steiner was named VP of People Services. Rimas will lead XPEL’s global sales team, partnerships and commercial strategy, the company said, and has experience in many segments of the automotive industry including retail,… Continue reading XPEL Adds to Leadership Team

Tint World Continues North Carolina Expansion

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers is continuing its expansion in North Carolina with the opening of its newest location in North Raleigh, the company announced. Tint World North Raleigh is owned by former software professional and entrepreneur Nicklaus Wynne. The location will offer a variety of services and aftermarkets solutions including custom audio and video… Continue reading Tint World Continues North Carolina Expansion

Marketing Expert, THE SHOP Contributor Launch Restyling Podcast

Two industry experts, Jesse Stoddard, owner of AutoStyle Marketing, and Josh Poulson, SEMA’s 2022-23 Person of the Year and THE SHOP contributor, have launched a new podcast covering the restyling industry. Called Ride-in-Style, Stoddard and Poulson offer insights, trends and expert interviews for restylers and installers, the hosts said. In the first episode, Stoddard and… Continue reading Marketing Expert, THE SHOP Contributor Launch Restyling Podcast

Tint World Opens New Washington Location

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers is continuing its expansion in Washington with a new Tacoma location, the company announced. Tint World Tacoma is owned by Lewis and Nate Pollack, the father and son team who recently opened Tint World first Washington store in Bremerton. The Tacoma location will offer the same lineup of services and… Continue reading Tint World Opens New Washington Location

RealTruck to Reveal Steve McQueen-Inspired F-150 Build at SEMA Show

RealTruck has revealed new details regarding its participation in the 2023 SEMA Show and SEMA Fest in Las Vegas, Nevada. During the annual trade show, RealTruck will have a dedicated booth where the company will showcase its newest products on featured builds and host events, including the reveal of a Steve McQueen and McQueen Racing-inspired… Continue reading RealTruck to Reveal Steve McQueen-Inspired F-150 Build at SEMA Show

Hosting an Open House

The Toms Offroad customer event included prizes and merchandise.

This article originally appeared in the November 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. Open house, grand opening, launch, debut, introduction, festivity, ceremony or celebration—the ability to draw attention to your shop is more important today than ever. Why? Because there is so much more competition locally, regionally and nationally, attempting to reach your customers and… Continue reading Hosting an Open House

Cargo Management: A Place for Everything

Efficient storage solutions are important to vehicle owners. (Photo courtesy DU-HA)

This article originally appeared in the November 2023 issue of THE SHOP Magazine. They slip and slide with every bump and turn—boxes, bags, tools and more, all carelessly thrown into the back of a truck bed or backseat. But what if we could bring order to that chaos? Aftermarket cargo management systems offer a place… Continue reading Cargo Management: A Place for Everything