Disruption in Parts Availability Affecting Purchasing
Research firm IMR Inc. interviewed 400 independent repair shops, in the U.S., to gain insight on their parts and brand purchasing experience during the pandemic.
Hankook Tire Data Reveals Driving Attitudes During Pandemic
The survey found that 60 percent of Americans say they want to take more trips by car as a result of the pandemic.
GfK Data: Tire Sales Recovering For Independents
Tire sales are rebounding from historic lows due to the coronavirus, according to statistics from firm Growth from Knowledge (GfK).
Big Data and Your Tire Dealership
How to effectively use big data and four challenges to managing it.
TIA, GfK to Hold Webinar on Coronavirus, Tire Industry
“What the Data Shows: How COVID-19 is Impacting the U.S. Retail Tire Industry,” will take place Wednesday, May 6, at 2 p.m. EDT.
Trends in Vehicle Miles Driven During COVID-19
Overall daily national traffic volume for consumers, local fleets, and long-haul trucks was down 38% for March 21-27, relative to Feb. 22-28.
OE Tire Brands Finding Right Balance, J.D. Power Says
J.D.Power indicates tire brands have been steadily improving this balance over the past five years, as satisfaction has been on a steady incline.
OTR Industry Gets 2020 U.S., Canada Economic Update
Attendees were given a look at various economic forecasts affecting OTR sales during this year’s OTR Conference.
IMR Inc. Report: 2020 Independent Repair Shop Challenges
Finding time for training, staying up-to-date with diagnostics and finding qualified techs are top challenges for shops.
Used Vehicle Market is Down Slightly in November, J.D. Power Reports
Typical for the time of year, used vehicle prices softened in November, J.D. Power analysts determined.
Latest Hankook Tire Gauge Survey Looks at Drivers’ Attitudes
Hankook Gauge Index Survey says while 86% of Americans say they are better drivers today than they were 10 years ago, most don’t think that makes them nicer on the road.
SEMA Report: CUVs Represent Untapped Market for Accessorization
Even as the vehicle landscape is changing, the market for parts to modify those vehicles is growing, according to the new SEMA research report, “SEMA Accessory Opportunity Report: Top Cars and Trucks.”