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SEMA Report: Nearly Half of All Pickups Modified with Specialty Parts
The new ‘2022 SEMA Pickup Accessorization Report’ offers a review of market trends, popular parts, sales forecasts and more…
Port Congestion Causing Shipping Cancelations
Ocean carriers continue to cite congestion at U.S. and Canadian ports as the reason for canceled sailings, CNBC reported. As a result, shipping vessels will now be out of position for return voyages, moving containers, loading U.S. exports, and ultimately being in a position to load imports, according to the report. Additional issues, including a… Continue reading Port Congestion Causing Shipping Cancelations
AAPEX Announces September Online Training Schedule
The AAPEX Repair Shop HQ Online Training Series will hold two free sessions in September: “Navigating the Rapids Ahead” on Sept. 7, and “Underhood: Stop/Start System Diagnostics,” on Sept. 19, the organization announced. In “Navigating the Rapids Ahead,” attendees will learn how to be prepared to handle difficult business situations, the organization said. The webinar… Continue reading AAPEX Announces September Online Training Schedule
eBay Acquires myFitment
eBay Inc. has acquired the myFitment group of companies, a provider of online tools and support to help online automotive and powersports parts and accessories sellers, the companies announced. myFitment’s tools help sellers by optimizing fitment data for their listings, which aims to ensure customers order the right parts and accessories for their vehicle, reducing… Continue reading eBay Acquires myFitment
From the Mag: Classic in the Front, Party in the Back
As a kid, I grew up taking family vacations in a trailer. The UK can be cold, wet and damp; nevertheless, I have fond memories of those carefree simple times. Maybe that’s what attracts people of all ages to the burgeoning vintage trailer scene. Lately I’ve seen them all over the freeways, but only when… Continue reading From the Mag: Classic in the Front, Party in the Back
Key Performance Indicators Report — August 2022
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KPI — August 2022: The Brief
Inflation continues to be the primary economic concern for both consumers and business owners…
KPI — August 2022: State of Business — Automotive Industry
Supply constraints are keeping vehicle sales artificially low but delivering record transaction prices and dealer profitability…
KPI — August 2022: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — August 2022: State of the Economy
Falling gas prices offset some costs last month, but the indexes for shelter, medical care, motor vehicle insurance, and recreation were among those that continued to increase…
KPI — August 2022: Consumer Trends
As the Fed raises interest rates to rein in inflation, consumer purchasing intentions for cars, homes and major appliances have all decreased in the last month…
ALI Updates Lift Safety Standards
The latest version of the American National Standard covering safety requirements for vehicle lift installation and service in North America is now in effect, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and The Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) announced. ANSI/ALI ALIS 2022 replaced the existing standard, ANSI/ALI ALIS 2009 (R2015), effective August 4, 2022. ALI is the… Continue reading ALI Updates Lift Safety Standards
New Subject Areas Highlight 2022 SEMA Show Education Program
The program will include more than 70 sessions within 14 different areas, including business management, leadership and more…
Wade Kawasaki Named Executive Director of SEMA, PRI Political Action Committees
The SEMA Board of Directors has appointed Wade Kawasaki as the first executive director of SEMA’s and PRI’s respective political action committees (PAC), the organization announced. In this new volunteer role, Kawasaki will oversee each PAC’s Board of Directors and fundraising efforts, reporting to the SEMA Board of Directors. The SEMA and PRI PACs allow… Continue reading Wade Kawasaki Named Executive Director of SEMA, PRI Political Action Committees