As the economy fully reopens and consumer confidence continues to rise, economists predict consumer spending will help drive the recovery forward…
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KPI — July 2021: Consumer Trends
Consumer sentiment hit its second-highest mark since the start of the pandemic, but the public continues to pay close attention to inflation, unemployment and interest rates…
SEMA Sets July Virtual Education Schedule
Scheduled sessions will cover a variety of topics, including ADAS technologies, live Q&As, managing conflict and more…
Wisconsin Shop Student Wins SkillsUSA CRT Championships
The national competition, conducted virtually this year, tests a student’s skills in metal straightening, attachment methods, plastic repair, structural analysis and more…
How Does the Auto Restoration, Performance and Restyling Industry Measure Up Online?
A recent report from Motorhead Digital examines how aftermarket shops are keeping up online…
Petersen Museum Students Continue Jeep Build
In the second episode of ‘Building Our Dream Car,’ the Petersen Automotive Museum’s Teen Auto Workshop students install a lift kit on a 2001 Jeep Wrangler…
AAPEX 2021 Opens Nominations for Service and Repair Awards
AAPEX is now accepting nominations for its Shop Owner of the Year, Service Advisor of the Year and Technician of the Year awards…
Webinar to Cover PPP Loan Forgiveness
An upcoming webinar from the NFIB will cover PPP loan forgiveness process…
Analog Independence in a Digital World
As the tentacles of modern technology wiggle their way into the family vehicle, ‘unplugging’ has never been more important…
Asking Employees About Vaccination Status
A new resource from the NFIB offers guidance for determining vaccination status of employees…
Key Performance Indicators Report — June 2021
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 — June 2021: The Brief
Vaccination rates may be on the rise, but consumer sentiment and confidence are beginning to simmer due to elevated inflation concerns…
KPI — June 2021: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — June 2021: Consumer Trends
Consumer optimism dipped for the first time in three months prompted by expectations of decelerating growth, inflation and a waning of further government support…
KPI — June 2021: State of the Economy
The Conference Board forecasts real GDP growth in the U.S. will rise to 8.6% (annualized rate) in Q2 2021 and 6.4% (year-over-year) in 2021.* “The primary driver of this rapid expansion will be a surge in consumer spending as the economy fully reopens. High and increasing vaccination rates and low new COVID-19 case numbers indicate… Continue reading KPI — June 2021: State of the Economy