On January 24, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) hosted “OEM Certifications: Not Just a Fad,” given by AASP/NJ Board member Dave Gruskos, president of Reliable Automotive Equipment at his facility in Belford, N.J. Gruskos gave an eye-opening look into the challenges and benefits associated with applying for OEM certification while […]
Lee Vetland, NJ Shop Owner and Former Association President, Passes Away
Lee Vetland, owner of Lee’s Auto Body and a past president of the Garden State Automotive Federation, one of the groups that merged to form the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey, passed away on Tuesday, January 1. He was 71 years old. Vetland owned and operated Lee’s Auto Body and Pine Top […]
Online Registration Opens for NORTHEAST Tradeshow
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) is pleased to announce that online pre-registration is now open for the 42nd annual NORTHEAST 2019 Automotive Services Show scheduled for March 15-17, 2019 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center located in Secaucus, N.J. “We are really looking forward to seeing everyone there. This is a […]
AASP/NJ Members Learn Marketing Strategies at November 14 Event
On November 14, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) members and supporters gathered at Innovative Solutions & Technology (ISAT) in Lincoln Park, N.J. to hear from Michelle Nelson of B2B Automotive, who gave an interactive and engaging presentation on the important role marketing plays in running a successful business. Nelson provided […]
Tom Elder Elected Vice President of AASP National Board
The Alliance of Automotive Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) congratulated Tom Elder, the association’s past president and current treasurer, who was elected vice president of the AASP national board during their semi-annual meeting in Las Vegas during the SEMA Show. “I look forward to being a part of the Board and seeing if we can […]
AASP/NJ Offers Two Training Events in November on Marketing, OEM Certifications
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) will present two training events in November that will address marketing, business growth, OEM certifications and more. The north meeting is set for Wednesday, November 14, featuring nationally-known speaker Michelle Nelson of B2B Automotive who will present a Marketing & Equipment Seminar at Innovative Solutions […]
AASP/NJ Donates to John Theurer Cancer Center
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) has made a donation to the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC) in support of their comprehensive cancer care program, which treats all cancers including prostate and pancreatic. For the past several years, the association has hosted an annual fundraiser to […]
AASP/NJ Members Receive Education and Motivation From Mike Anderson & Friends
On September 29, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) welcomed industry expert Mike Anderson (Collision Advice) and friends for a motivational and educational program that attendees found to be both powerful and entertaining according to the association. The event, which was held at Gran Centurions in Clark, was well attended by […]
AASP/NJ Executive Director Calls State Farm RICO Settlement “Travesty of Justice”
Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) President Jerry McNee and Executive Director Charles Bryant have spoken out about State Farm and Plaintiffs settlement announced last week on charges it conspired to elect an Illinois Supreme Court Justice to avoid a $1 billion settlement against the insurer over its specification of non-OEM parts […]
AASP/NJ Presents 14th Annual Lou Scoras Memorial Golf Outing September 17
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) is gearing up for its 14th Annual Lou Scoras Memorial Golf Outing set for Monday, September 17 at the Colonia Country Club. Each year AASP/NJ members, vendors and others in the automotive community gather on the green to pay tribute to former Board member Lou […]