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CAWA Opens 2025 Scholarship Applications for Automotive High School Teachers

March 28, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The California Automotive Wholesalers Association (CAWA) has announced applications are now open for the Motorcar Parts of America – Selwyn Joffe Awards. These scholarships provide financial support to high school automotive teachers in California, Nevada, and Arizona. “CAWA is proud to assist automotive high school teachers, in part, to assure their programs remain viable and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Career and Technical Education, CAWA, Scholarships

Law in California to Expand Inspection of Vehicle Safety Components Takes Effect on Rebuilt Salvage Vehicles

July 31, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

New law also allows BAR to collect additional information from repair facilities on training and certifications. California motorists are now further protected from unsafe vehicles with the implementation of AB 471 (Low, Chapter 372, Statutes of 2021), a measure that expands the inspection of vehicle safety components and systems. The new law took effect July […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Bureau of Automotive Repair, California, CAWA, legislation, Regulations, Safety Inspection, Salvage

CAWA to Hold Summer Leadership & Educational Forum June 19-21 in Newport Beach

May 30, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

CAWA, the non-profit trade association representing automotive parts manufacturers, jobbers, warehouse distributors, retailers and program groups,  announced that the CAWA Leadership & Educational Forum will be held June 19-21 in Newport Beach, Calif. The two-day business meeting focuses on key sessions and presentations from industry experts who will share insight and critical thinking on contemporary […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CAWA, Meetings

CAWA Calls for Members to Write Congress in Support of Right to Repair Act

April 5, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

CAWA, the non-profit trade association representing automotive parts manufacturers, jobbers, warehouse distributors, retailers and program groups, issued a call to action to its members asking them to write legislators in support of H.R. 906, the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act. The legislation is currently under consideration by the U.S. House […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CAWA, legislation, Right to Repair, U.S. House of Representatives

CAWA and TechForce Foundation Partner to Grow Technician Workforce

October 25, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

CAWA and TechForce Foundation have formed a new strategic alliance to address the growth and support of America’s skilled technician workforce. The two not-for-profit organizations will collaborate and share resources to promote the technician profession with young people, connect industry volunteers with future techs and tech school programs, and spotlight the importance of respecting techs […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, CAWA, TechForce Foundation, Workforce Development

LKQ’s Ian Musselman Appointed to CAWA’s Board of Directors

October 24, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Ian Musselman of the LKQ Corporation has been appointed to CAWA’s Board of Directors. During the appointment process, Young Suhr Jr., Chair of the Board of Directors, commented, “I am pleased to announce that Ian is joining the CAWA Board of Directors. He is a welcomed addition to our leadership with his experience and government […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CAWA, LKQ Corporation, People

Lee Rodgers Appointed to CAWA’s Board of Directors

August 28, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Lee Rodgers of Automotive Parts Associates (APA) has been appointed to CAWA’s Board of Directors representing Automotive Parts Associates (APA). During the appointment process, Young Suhr Jr., Chair of the Board of Directors, commented. “I am pleased to announce that APA’s Lee Rodgers is joining the CAWA Board of Directors. He is a welcomed addition […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Board of Directors, CAWA, People

David Simms Elected Secretary of CAWA Board of Directors

July 21, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

At the CAWA June Leadership & Educational Forum, David Simms, a NAPA multi store owner, was elected the 2024 Secretary to the Board of Directors. Other officers for the 2024 year include: Chair Tom Ogaz of the Parts Authority, Vice-Chair Wayne Schaack of the Pronto Network, Treasurer Dan Hanson, Jr. of Hanson Distributing Company and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CAWA, People

CAWA Announces Another Automotive High School Teacher Scholarship Winner

July 13, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

CAWA, the non-profit trade association representing automotive parts manufacturers, jobbers, warehouse distributors, retailers and program groups, announced another recipient of its automotive high school teachers’ scholarship awards. Named the Motorcar Parts of America – Selwyn Joffe Awards, CAWA provides scholarships to high school teachers to support their automotive programs. “CAWA is proud to assist automotive […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Career and Technical Education, CAWA, Scholarships

CAWA Announces Scholarship Winners

June 14, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

CAWA, the non-profit trade association representing automotive parts manufacturers, jobbers, warehouse distributors, retailers and program groups, announced the recipients of its 2023 scholarship awards. CAWA provided over $13,250 in scholarships this year to thirteen individuals. Furthermore, each student will receive a $300 tool gift certificate compliments of CAWA member All Trade Tools. “Once again, CAWA […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Arizona, California, CAWA, Nevada, Scholarships

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