Consumer confidence has rebounded sharply over the last two months thanks to record federal stimulus spending, both recently passed and proposed, as well as the positive impact from a growing share of the population who are vaccinated…
Tag: Shop Management
Process Improvement
What lean manufacturing can teach you about streamlining your shop’s operations…
UTI Selects Miami for New Campus
The new facility will be the technical school’s 14th campus nationwide and second in Florida…
AAPEX 2021 Reveals Training Schedule
The schedule features a wide range of topics and focuses on education for shop owners, service advisors and technicians…
AAM Group Partners with Phocas Data Analytics
The data software company will provide software and enhanced analytics to member warehouse distributors…
New SEMA Garage Planned in Michigan
Facility to include high-tech equipment, testing lab & new services for ADAS systems…
Universal Technical Institute to Open New Austin Campus Next Year
Location will be the school’s third in Texas and 13th nationwide…
Key Performance Indicators Report — April 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 — April 2021: The Brief
The U.S. is navigating toward recovery with increased vaccination and possible multi-step stimulus plans underway…
KPI — April 2021: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — April 2021: State of Business: Automotive Industry
A semiconductor shortage is impacting vehicle production, but the aftermarket remains optimistic with in-person SEMA and PRI Shows on the horizon…
KPI — April 2021: State of the Economy
After a lull in November and December, economic growth has improved and should accelerate further over the coming quarters…
KPI — April 2021: Consumer Trends
The short-term economic outlook has improved significantly due to renewed consumer optimism, but inflation concerns may temper spending intentions in the months ahead…
Creating a Self-Sustaining Shop
CCA Motorsport Owner Chris West—also known as Clear Bra Chris—discusses his transformed ownership role, handing over managerial responsibilities and more…
SEMA Announces April Virtual Education Schedule
SEMA has added several new programs to its upcoming virtual education schedule for April…