The crisis surrounding China’s rare earth export restrictions continues to escalate, with US auto suppliers now joining their European counterparts in demanding urgent government intervention to prevent widespread production disruptions across the automotive industry. According to a report by Reuters, MEMA, the Vehicle Suppliers Association, issued a stark warning Wednesday that auto parts companies are […]
MEMA Urges Resolution to East Coast and Gulf Coast Port Strike Negotiations
MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association joined 267 organizations that have signed a letter led by the National Retail Federation urging the International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance to return to the negotiating table and work toward a resolution before the January 15 contract expiration date. In October, dockworkers from Maine to Texas […]
MEMA Opposes Three New Biden Administration Labor Regulations
MEMA announced it has joined with other business groups in opposing three new final rules altering major employer/employee relationships released by the Biden administration has announced. these rules and will keep you updated on any developments. The rules include recently announced rules by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to ban on virtually all employee noncompete […]
MEMA Applauds $100 Million White House Initiative to Support Small- to Medium-Sized Vehicle Suppliers
MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association (MEMA), applauds the announcement by Vice President Harris on the support of small- and medium-sized auto parts manufacturers and autoworkers. According to MEMA, through the announcement of more than $100 million in funding and a suite of strategic actions, the Administration demonstrates its commitment to strengthening the domestic auto industry […]
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Launches Right to Repair Campaign
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is launching a new right to repair campaign in support of the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act, which would expand access to vehicle repair and maintenance information safely and securely and enable aftermarket suppliers and independent repairers to provide safe, high-quality vehicle service options to consumers. “Across […]
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Testifies on Vehicle Repair Data Access
On April 18, Dan Jasnow, representing MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers, testified at the Ninth DMCA Triennial Rulemaking in support of the proposed Class 7 Exemption, which would give consumers greater access to their vehicle’s data for repair and maintenance. This new exemption (Class 7 – Computer Programs – Vehicle Operational Data) would provide vehicle owners and […]
Collin Shaw Assumes Leadership of MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers
The Vehicle Suppliers Association (MEMA) announced Collin Shaw has officially assumed the role of president of MEMA’s Original Equipment Suppliers group, succeeding Julie Fream who served for 10 years in the position. Shaw’s commencement provides a continuation of leadership that ensures MEMA’s support of the supplier community’s evolution towards embracing emerging trends and strategies that […]
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Forms CEO Council
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers, part of MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, announced the formation of the Aftermarket Suppliers CEO Council. Exclusively for top aftermarket leaders, the council brings together executives from the automotive, commercial vehicle, and remanufacturing sectors. According to MEMA, its networking groups are consistently ranked as one of the greatest benefits of MEMA membership. […]
MEMA Celebrates 120 Anniversary
MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, announced its 120th anniversary, a milestone that underscores the association’s enduring legacy and its pivotal role in advancing the future of mobility and the interests of vehicle suppliers. MEMA was founded on March 2, 1904, in Cleveland, Ohio to represent the burgeoning automotive parts manufacturing industry. For the last 120 […]
ASA-Endorsed Tax Relief Bill Passes U.S. House
Bill supported by automotive and business industry groups now goes to the U.S. Senate. Last night, the U.S. House of Representative passed the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act (H.R. 7024) that will benefit automotive repair facilities and other businesses. The measure was supported by the Automotive Service Association (ASA) that urged members […]
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