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MEMA Announces Retirement of Ann Wilson and Appointment of Ana Meuwissen to Lead Government Affairs

January 17, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, (MEMA) today announced significant organizational changes as it prepares for the future. Ann Wilson, a stalwart of the industry, a member of the Automotive Hall of Fame, and a leading voice in Washington D.C. advocating for the supplier industry for over two decades, has announced her retirement at the end […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, People

MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Plans REPAIR Act Fly-In Advocacy Event January 30-31 in Washington, D.C.

January 5, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Group advocating for House Committee to include legislation in an upcoming markup session. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is mobilizing its members for a fly-in event scheduled for January 30-31 focused on passing the REPAIR Act. Proponents of the REPAIR Act say it will ensure consumers can continue to choose independent repair shops and suppliers to service […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: legislation, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Right to Repair, U.S. House of Representatives

ABPA and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Applaud U.S. House REPAIR Act Passage

November 6, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers, a membership group of MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, both applauded the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce passage on November 2 of H.R. 906, the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act, out of the subcommittee. “It […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Body Parts Association, legislation, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Right to Repair, U.S. House of Representatives

Vehicle Suppliers Continue to Increase Layoffs Due to UAW Strike

October 16, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Up to 70% of vehicle suppliers expect some layoffs if the strike continues through October. The most recent survey from MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers reveals the impact on the vehicle supply base from the ongoing strike between the UAW and Detroit’s Big Three manufacturers. The survey, collected from October 9 – 11, 2023, revealed: Layoffs […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Strike, United Auto Workers

MEMA Survey Reveals Supplier Base Feeling Impact of UAW Strike

October 5, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Vehicle suppliers indicate growing layoffs and concern for sub-supplier financial viability. Border disruption further exacerbates supply chain issues. MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers surveyed its members on the impact of the UAW strike against the Detroit Three. According to the association, vehicle suppliers employ over 900,000 workers, over six times more than the 146,000 UAW Detroit […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Strike, United Auto Workers

Vehicle Suppliers Association Calls on Biden Administration to Support Industry During UAW Strike

September 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

In a recent letter to the Biden Administration, MEMA, the Vehicle Suppliers Association, emphasized the critical role and interdependence of vehicle suppliers in the country’s automotive manufacturing landscape. MEMA also highlighted the impact the ongoing contract discussions between the UAW and the Detroit 3 automakers will have on the supplier community. MEMA is working directly […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Strike, United Auto Workers

MEMA Renews Call for Federal Right to Repair Solution

August 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers announced it recognizes the step forward made by the Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in identifying the need to address protocols for the open access implementation of the Massachusetts Data Access Law. While the organization support NHTSA and the Massachusetts Attorney General’s “goals […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: legislation, Massachusetts, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, NHTSA, Right to Repair, U.S. House of Representatives

Auto Care Association Calls Right to Repair Agreement by ASA, SCRS, and Auto Alliance ‘Thinly Veiled Attempt to Confuse Lawmakers and Drivers’

July 11, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Coalitions supporting right to repair legislation also critical. MEMA calls agreement step in the right direction and offers suggestions on legislation. The Auto Care Association released a statement July 11 objecting to the right to repair agreement between the Automotive Service Association (ASA), the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and Alliance for Automotive Innovation […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Alliance for Automotive Innovation, Auto Care Association, Automotive Service Association, CAR Coalition, legislation, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Right to Repair, Right to Repair Coalition, Society of Collision Repair Specialists, U.S. House of Representatives

Automotive Suppliers Celebrate USMCA Trade Pact that Takes Effect Today

July 1, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

The entry into force of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) today is being celebrated by automotive suppliers and steel producers in North America. USMCA, signed into law in January, replaces the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). According to the Trump Administration, the agreement will expand U.S. manufacturing and is vital for the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: American Iron & Steel Institute, Canada, Mexico, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, NAFTA, Tariffs, USMCA

MEMA Urges New Trade Measures to Directly Help Motor Vehicle Parts Suppliers

June 19, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

MEMA submitted identical comments yesterday to the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Senate Committee on Finance for their hearings on the “2020 Trade Policy Agenda.” The letters coincided with the testimony of U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, who served as the sole witness at both hearings to give insight into the Trump […]

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