Overheard: Diesel in Distress
The price of diesel fuel hit records in many parts of the country this week.
Overheard: The Most Expensive Car to Fill up
And you thought that 11-year-old SUV you own was causing the most pain at the pump … Wrong.
Overheard: Drivers Will Pay More for Safety Perks
More than 70% of drivers will pay more for cars with top safety features, according to a survey from Rocket Auto.
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: 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: Supply Chain Issues at the Body Shop
Twenty-two percent of collision shops say they are having lots of problems finding what they need.
Overheard: Gas Prices Climb Again
After dropping for a couple of weeks, the price of gasoline has resumed its climb.
Overheard: Parts Sales Remained Strong During Pandemic
Except for March and April of 2020, during the lockdown, sales have been strong.
Overheard: How Many IRFs Sell Tires?
The 2021 ShopOwner Industry Profile knows the answer.
