USA Today<\/em> recently reported that luxury purchases are now back to 2007 percentages and people are starting to buy cars and customizations that they were not during the worst part of the recession. The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) just released a study showing that aftermarket accessories prompted 1.18 million new car sales annually.<\/p>\n Most drivers modified their tires, wheels, audio systems, and air and fuel delivery systems. After that, upgrades to upholstery, lighting and body, paint, exhaust systems, DVD systems, and roof racks were the most popular. And there is still healthy demand for engine, grille, and ground effect and spoiler purchases.<\/p>\n All these purchases lead to considerations that drivers must take into account when they are purchasing new auto insurance or updating an old policy. Imagine that a custom paint job, special tires and wheels, and a new sound system cost $6,000. The comprehensive or collision coverage part of the auto (more…)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" USA Today recently reported that luxury purchases are now back to 2007 percentages and people are starting to buy cars and customizations that they were not during the worst part of the recession. The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) just…<\/span><\/p>\n