Galpin Motors

BEST PRACTICES

Galpin Auto Sports adds hot-rod mod shop

12:01 am U.S. ET | Feb. 8, 2013
Beau Boeckmann's announcement in August that he was adding a Shelby Mod Shop to his Galpin Auto Sports operation had the potential to link him up with thousands of new hot-rodding enthusiasts around the western United States.... Read More »

 

BEST PRACTICES

Hot-rod mod shop

12:01 am U.S. ET | Oct. 15, 2012
Beau Boeckmann's announcement in August that he was adding a Shelby Mod Shop to his Galpin Auto Sports operation had the potential to link him up with thousands of new hot-rodding enthusiasts around the western United States. For the 42-year-old president of the high-profile sports shop and custom business, it is one more part of a family tradition that he intends to keep building.... Read More »

 

FINANCE & INSURANCE

Subprime time

12:01 am U.S. ET | Sept. 10, 2012
Lenders are increasingly saying yes to credit-challenged customers. During the first quarter of 2012, vehicle loans to subprime borrowers increased by 11 percent, according to Experian Automotive.... Read More »

 

$30 billion customizing business is up for grabs

12:01 am U.S. ET | July 2, 2012
The business of customizing or personalizing vehicles is up for grabs. Manufacturers from Audi to Subaru want to capture the consumer spirit for personalization. The aftermarket is booming with business for custom wheels, tinted windows, electronics, lighting and interiors. But the natural link between the two -- the new-vehicle dealer -- isn't quite so zealous about it.... Read More »