Overheard: Habit Changes, Chip Shortages Spur Car Sales
Consumers snapped up new autos at pre-pandemic rates in the first quarter, according to a Bloomberg report.
OVERHEARD: Car Owners Get Comfortable
Majority of car owners ok with COVID sanitation measures at service facilities.
Overheard: Gas Prices Normalize
Something else that seems to have fully recovered from the recession is gasoline prices.
Overheard: Majority Of Shop Owners Watch Online Training
Find out how many watch online videos for technical content and professional tips.
Overheard: Auto Parts Retail Remains Strong
Retail sales at auto parts, accessories and tire stores remained strong in December.
Overheard: Gasoline Engines Still Lead In New Car Sales
According to NADA, 3.3% of new cars sold in 2019 had diesel engines.
Overheard: Vehicle Miles Traveled Update
The data showed a bit of softening in September and October.
Overheard: DIY Or DIFM?
What’s the split between DIY and DIFM today?
Tracking Economic Trends
Data lags and seasonal adjustments: understanding both will make you a better interpreter of economic data.