The three-week program, which is free to high school juniors, offers students a preview of the training they’ll need for a career as a technician in the automotive industry…
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Study: U.S. Among World’s Most Dangerous Places to Drive
The study found South Africa to be the most dangerous country to drive in, while Norway leads the countries safest to drive in…
Supply Chain Experts: Global Port Congestion Worsening
According to a new report, less than half of container ships are arriving to port on time, and many are mired in backlogs and traffic jams once they arrive…
IMR Inc. Names New Sales Director
The automotive market research firm recently hired Michael Rukov as its new sales director…
Supply Chain Expert Warns of Rising Shipping Rates
Concerns grow as Shanghai COVID-19 lockdowns add another challenge to supply chain woes…
BorgWarner Receives Grant for DC Fast Charger Development
BorgWarner has received a $4.09 million U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Award to design and develop a cost-effective, advanced direct current fast charger (DCFC)…
Key Performance Indicators Report — April 2022
Sponsored by Holley – A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant global affairs and more…
KPI — April 2022: The Brief
Inflation has replaced labor quality as the number one problem facing small businesses, with 31% pointing to soaring prices as the greatest challenge…
KPI — April 2022: State of Business — Automotive Industry
Supply chain woes, rapid inflation and new fears surrounding war are impacting the automotive industry at large, with March figures down 14% year-over-year…
KPI — April 2022: Consumer Trends
Despite a slight uptick in consumer confidence, short-term expectations for the economy worsened due to rising prices, the war in Ukraine and other factors…
Shanghai COVID-19 Outbreak Threatens Supply Chain
The ongoing COVID-19 outbreak in Shanghai, China, could cause further supply chain struggles, according to a recent report from The Guardian. The outbreak is the country’s worst since the onset of the pandemic in 2020 and has led to a lockdown of Shanghai’s 26 million residents, the report said, and there are increasing signs that… Continue reading Shanghai COVID-19 Outbreak Threatens Supply Chain
Survey: Drivers Will Pay More for Top Safety Features
A new report from Rocket Auto has examined the features car buyers are most likely to look for when in the car market, the company announced. As the new and used car markets continued to see heavy competition and price increases, Rocket Auto surveyed over 3,000 motorists to determine which popular car features would push… Continue reading Survey: Drivers Will Pay More for Top Safety Features
New SEMA Report Examines CUV Opportunities for Aftermarket
The report provides analysis on the CUV landscape, opportunities for off-roading, electrification and more…
Logistics Expert: Supply Chain Issues Will Take 2 Years to Ease
During a recent appearance on CNBC, Heath Zarin of EV Cargo said there will be a “persistent” period of higher freight costs and higher costs across the supply chain in general, likely taking 2 years to return to normal. Click here to hear Zarin’s predictions, as well as ways to combat higher costs.
Key Performance Indicators Report — March 2022
Sponsored by Holley – A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant global affairs and more…