Despite their youth and relatively low incomes, enthusiasts in the “Gen Y” age range are big buyers of custom automotive parts and accessories. Results from the 2008 Automotive Lifestyles Survey conducted August–September of this year show that 16-27-year-old enthusiasts spent, on average, nearly $3...

Personal income rose for the third consecutive month, climbing 0.3% between September and October to $45.1 billion, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The growth follows spikes of 0.1% in September and 0.3% in August. Real disposable personal income (DPI) also rose for the second month...

One of the world’s smallest cars, the smart fortwo, had an imposing presence at the 2008 SEMA Show. It was not the first time the diminutive coupe featured at the Show, but it was the premier exhibition as a model for sale in the United States. Since going on-sale less than a year ago, the commuter...

Hurst's partnership with Dodge to produce the limited-edition 2009 Hurst/HEMI Challenger is one example of the increasing opportunities between automakers and specialty-equipment companies.

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While honoring today's new products and innovations, industry leaders at the 2008 SEMA Show New Product Awards Breakfast also recognized great performance parts from the past. Hot Rod magazine inducted five revolutionary products—selected by SEMA members and industry professionals—into its Speed...

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Zoom Performance Products announced it will be consolidating with its parent company, Perfection Clutch Co. of Timmonsville, South Carolina. The Zoom facility based in Mooresville, North Carolina, will relocate to the Timmonsville offices, effective December 1, 2008.

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