The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced American Honda is its latest corporate member. Corporate membership provides an opportunity for companies to expand their relationships with ASA and its leaders in the collision and mechanical repair segment of the industry. Gary Ledoux, assistant national manager for American Honda, said about its new membership in ASA, […]
I-CAR Class Added to ASA Training Event in Pennsylvania
The Automotive Service Association (ASA), with the support of ASA Pennsylvania, has put together a robust training program, taking place in Philadelphia at the DoubleTree Airport Hotel April 8 – 9. The event will bring a full day management session dedicated to shop owners and managers on Friday and service repair training to the technicians […]
ASA Annual Business Meeting Scheduled for April 25-27 in Washington, D.C.
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) will hold its annual business meeting April 25-27 at The Westin Crystal City Hotel in Arlington, Va., near Washington, D.C. The event will kick off with a Welcome Reception on Monday evening, April 25. All ASA members are invited to attend an open board meeting Tuesday, April 26, from 8 […]
ASA-Supported Aftermarket Parts Disclosure Bill Passes NH Senate
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) reports that New Hampshire Senate Bill 436, introduced by state Sen. Nancy Stiles, R-24, was passed by the Senate on March 3. The bill, that is supported by ASA, requires an insurer to disclose whether or not an estimate has been prepared based on the use of aftermarket parts. Any […]
ASA Opposes Illinois Storage Legislation
The Automotive Service Association is encouraging automotive and collision repairers to oppose Illinois House Bill 6169 (HB 6169). Introduced by Illinois State Rep. Ron Sandack, HB 6169 would require vehicle storage providers to send a certified letter detailing their rates to the vehicle lienholder before imposing fees. It also states that the lienholder must have […]
Registration Open for NACE | CARS Show in California
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced that attendee, expo visitor and exhibitor registration is now open for its NACE | CARS 2016 trade show being held in August in Anaheim, Calif. Information on registration and accommodations are available online. The industry-led committees overseeing the development of sessions have helped identify the best speakers and trainers […]
Interview: Dan Risley, President and Executive Director of the Automotive Service Association
Risley details the association’s regional training events that are kicking off today, provides an update on this summer’s NACE | CARS, and discusses parts procurement legislation pending in Michigan. Earlier this year, the Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced that it would hold a series of regional training events around the U.S. in 2016. The events […]
ASA and Auto Alliance Launch New OEM Service Information Resource
The Automotive Service Association (ASA), in conjunction with the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, has launched a new information resource for automotive repairers. The ASA Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Resource website, oerepairinfo.com, will serve as a consolidated hub for manufacturer-specific scan tool information, calibration and reprogramming updates; training materials; and service information. The website was developed […]
Mississippi Bills Seek to Limit Collision Repair Labor Rates
Pair of bills before the Mississippi Legislature seek to cap labor rates to national average. Automotive Service Association opposes legislation. Two bills were introduced last week in the Mississippi legislature that would, if passed, limit the labor rates charged by collision repairers in the state. Mississippi Senate Bill 2187 (SB2187), introduced by Senator Videt Carmichael, […]
Michigan House Passes Bill Amending Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Act
Legislation updates 1974 law. Includes amendment to proposed certified non-OEM parts requirement. Michigan House Bill 4344 (HB4344), that proposes an extensive update of the state’s Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Act, was passed by the House of Representatives on Wednesday by a vote of 84-22. The bill, supported by the Automotive Service Association of Michigan […]