The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued formal guidance July 1 affirming that vehicle owners and independent repair professionals may repair their vehicles’ emissions systems under the Clean Air Act, reiterating manufacturers’ obligations to make emissions-related service information, diagnostic tools, training materials and reprogramming capabilities available to independent repair shops, tool companies and vehicle owners. The […]
NASTF Highlights SDRM Vetting as Programming-Tool Vehicle Theft Threats Evolve
The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) said vehicle security professionals working under its Secure Data Release Model (SDRM) performed more than 471,000 secure transactions in the past year, as the nonprofit pointed to evolving vehicle theft methods that exploit diagnostic and key-programming tools. NASTF said sophisticated theft operations are increasingly using electronic programming tools […]
NASTF Virtual Meeting May 24
NASTF announced its first general meeting of 2021 Monday, May 24th, from 7:00-8:30 PM (EDT) and kicks off a week of industry events hosted by NASTF’s industry partners, the Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) and AMRA. The webinar is open to all attendees and will include: A walk through of NASTF’s newest program, Assisted Immobilizer […]
NASTF to Launch Assisted Immobilizer Reprogramming Service
During the week of April 5, the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) will be launching the new Assisted Immobilizer Reprogramming (AIR) service. Every so often, a repair facility may need to replace or reprogram a module that involves the vehicle’s security systems. Until now the only way to do that was with a NASTF […]
NASTF Announces Agenda for June 9 Virtual General Meeting
The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) will be hosting a virtual general meeting on June 9th at 7 p.m. EDT. NASTF announced the presentation schedule will include: General Motors, An Inside Look at a NASTF/OEM Partnership Privacy4Cars, What Does Your Car Know About You? What Does NASTF do with Education? Next Generation NASTF, How […]
NASTF Finalizes Team Call Schedule
The National Automotive Service Association (NASTF) has finalized the schedules for its five volunteer Teams, Communications, Education, Vehicle Security, Service Technology, and Heavy Duty. Each team is comprised of NASTF members, representing various sectors of the automotive industry. The Communications Team is responsible for reporting on NASTF activities and progress while soliciting feedback regarding service […]
NASTF Announces 2020 Board Election Results
The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) announced the approval of the 2020 NASTF Board of Directors and officer election slate. The approved members for 2020 are: For DIRECTOR Terms expiring 12/31/2022 Locksmith: Claude Hensley – Tampa Keys Parts: Chris Gardner – Automotive Aftermarket Supplier Association At-Large Category: Mark Saxonberg At-Large Category: Bob Augustine – […]
AMRA, ETI and NASTF Plan Combined Event in May
The Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association (AMRA), the Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) and National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) have partnered for their spring meetings. All three associations have previously held their technical conferences separately in the spring, but to better serve their members and to enhance the value of the meetings, they are […]
NASTF Seeks Assistance to Expand Heavy Duty Vehicle Capabilities
The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) is requesting industry participation as it develops its heavy duty capabilities. NASTF has served as a cooperative effort among the automotive service industry, the equipment and tool industry and automotive manufacturers. In keeping with that spirit of cooperation. As NASTF prepares to release a full website overhaul in […]
NASTF Finalizes Details for November 6 General Meeting in Las Vegas
The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) announced the final details for its fall general meeting. The meeting will begin on November 6 1:30 pm in the Venetian, Casanova Room 606-607. AAPEX registration is NOT required to attend the NASTF general meeting sessions. Before the start of the meeting, NASTF will host a special security […]