Overheard: Parts Production Peaks
Production in March was 13% higher than it was in 2017.
Quarterly Research: The Latest on Vehicle Miles Traveled
In this article we will look at public and private sources of Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) estimates and look at the trends.
Overheard: Supply Struggles Impacting Vehicle Sales
In March 2022, auto and light truck sales dropped to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 13.3 million.
Overheard: Fewer Miles Driven, Less Collision Repair Work?
Data from a number of states that have already reported their 2021 total crashes shows there is a correlation.
Overheard: Average Age in the Body Shop
The 2021 BSB Industry Profile looks at median age and top resources for collision repair employees.
Overheard: The Jobs Market Picture
The sharp plunge in openings during the 2020 lockdown was quickly reversed, and so far there has been no falloff.
Overheard: Current Gas Price Spike Won’t Hurt VMT
Only when it looks to be permanent will consumers start to change their behavior.
Overheard: VMT in 2021 Finishes Strong
VMT in December 2021 was up by 11.2% over 2020.
Overheard: January Vehicle Sales Bounce Back
Vehicle sales rebound a bit after dropping as low as 12.3 million back in September.
Overheard: Gas Prices Climb Again
After dropping for a couple of weeks, the price of gasoline has resumed its climb.
Quarterly Research: A Look at Shop Owners’ Top Concerns
The survey covers basic shop demographics, shop operations, the parts-ordering process and technology issues.
Overheard: Parts Sales Remained Strong During Pandemic
Except for March and April of 2020, during the lockdown, sales have been strong.
