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 […]
NACE | CARS Anaheim Exhibit Space Sales Ahead of Last Year
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced that exhibit space sales for its NACE | CARS automotive collision repair and service repair industry trade show is running 30 percent of last year’s sales. NACE | CARS 2016 will be held August 9 – 13 in Anaheim, Calif. According to the organizers, two-thirds of the NACE | […]
Industry Organizations to Gather at NACE | CARS 2016
NACE | CARS 2016 announced it is once again receiving strong industry support from key organizations and associations. This year’s event, taking place in Anaheim, Calif. on August 9-13, will host multiple industry meetings throughout the week. Organizations currently scheduled to hold meetings, events, or are otherwise participating during NACE | CARS 2016 include: AMI […]
ASA Adds eMarketing Sherpas Consumer Marketing Suite as Member Benefit
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) and eMarketing Sherpas announced that The Demand Engine, The Review Engine and the Digital Lobby systems are now available to all ASA members as a special member benefit. The selection of The Demand Engine, The Review Engine and the Digital Lobby systems as a special benefit will help ASA members […]
Ten OEMs Commit to NACE | CARS 2016 in California
NACE | CARS announced the record involvement of Audi, BMW, Ford, GM, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Honda, Hyundai, Mazda, Nissan, and Toyota for its 2016 event, taking place in Anaheim, California on August 9th – 13th. In addition to sponsorship and exhibit commitments, several of these companies will be offering specialty training – including launches of […]