NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, July 27, 2023 – The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced changes to its Board of Directors following its Annual Business Meeting July 17 at the Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites in Indianapolis, IN. ASA Chairman Scott…
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 18, 2023 – This morning, Automotive Service Association (ASA) Board of Directors Chairman Scott Benavidez, AMAM, testified before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet. During the hearing, titled “Is There…
Landmark agreement guarantees consumer choice in automotive repair Ability to have vehicles serviced in well-equipped shops by well-trained technicians: “anytime, anywhere, anyplace” Includes thousands of independent auto repair professionals and the manufacturers producing most vehicles sold in U.S. Applies to…
ASA is leading the way with their mobile App. To download, go to either store and search for “ASA Engage”: App Store (iPhone) - https://apple.co/34fWyJt Google Play (Android) - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.asa.mobileup Or for even easier access, point your smartphone’s camera to this QR code:…
MSO Symposium advisory board members have met several times over the past few months to discuss plans for the 12th annual MSO Symposium. This unique program provides executive-level information on current trends in the collision repair industry along with micro-…
ASA Colorado hosted the 2023 Summit at Lincoln Tech in Denver, offering courses throughout the day for technicians, service advisors, and shop owners. There was good food, lots of training, networking, and fun. Learn more about ASA Colorado at https://asacolorado.org/…
By Elise Kline FROM WENY NEWS ALBANY, NY (WENY)-- As New York State transitions to electric vehicles, the auto service industry will have to adjust to changes including repair services and charging infrastructure. WENY News The Automotive Service Association (ASA)…
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022 Hendrick Automotive Group Independence Center 6030 E. Independence Blvd., Charlotte, NC EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS FRIDAY, SEPT. 30! REGISTER HERE ASA presents a full day of training in Charlotte, NC on the 2022 Training Circuit! Join…
The MSO Symposium, an exclusive one-day conference created by and for multi-shop owners and operators, will be held in Las Vegas, Oct. 31, the Monday before SEMA/AAPEX. Developed by the Automotive Service Association (ASA) and the MSO Symposium advisory board, the conference…
California Air Resources Board (CARB) has just approved the Advanced Clean Cars II regulations. The Advanced Clean Cars II regulations are in response to Governor Gavin Newsom’s executive order requiring that all new cars sold in California be zero-emission by…
Over the past few months, the Automotive Service Association (ASA) has been meeting with the MSO Symposium advisory board members to discuss plans for the 11th annual MSO Symposium. Those interested in participating in the industry’s premier executive event should…
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – May 18, 2022 – The Automotive Service Association (ASA) held its 2022 Annual Business Meeting in Hurst, Texas, on Thursday, May 12, 2022. One meeting highlight was ASA’s annual awards presentation, honoring members and organizations…
Data-Driven Training for Entire Team Knowledge transfer in our industry is essential. Today’s evolving technology and information requirements are leading ShopPros to a next-generation learning platform for Technicians and Advisors that provides more consistent engagements that not only teach but…
There is nothing like change to wake up and stimulate creativity. Under our new regional model, ASA has undergone a tremendous amount of change and is now poised to serve you and your team like never before.
Summit Colorado was held at Lincoln College of Technology and hosted more than 250 attendees, 26 training sessions from 12 top instructors from around the country including Greg Bunch, Transformers Institute, Guy Vesco with NAPA, John Burkhauser from Bolt On…
The Automotive Service Association has named Mary Steele, AMAM, executive director of ASA Florida, as the new Regional Executive Director of the Southeast Region of ASA. The new role is effective immediately. In September, ASA, the oldest and largest association…
The Automotive Service Association has named Julie Massaro, the current executive director of ASA Colorado, as the new Regional Executive Director of the Mountain region of ASA. In September, ASA, the oldest and largest association representing the independent automotive repair industry,…
Early bird registration has opened for ASA National’s CARS event, a one-day live industry event designed specifically for mechanical repair shop owners and their managers.
Dennis Liphardt, former longtime executive director of ASA Michigan, has passed away.
Mark your calendar! Make your reservation! For 2021, the CARS Executive Outlook is coming to the Mandalay Bay!
In a future AutoInc. feature, we plan to celebrate our U.S. troops by recognizing them on social media during the Fourth of July. If you have a member of your family currently serving in the military, please consider submitting a photo of them for our Fourth of July tribute.
The Automotive Service Association’s power-packed 2021 Annual Business Meeting, held this past Friday, included the naming of officers, board members being sworn in, board and staff member reports, and an Open Board meeting.
ASA's first-ever X50 Automotive Conference & Expo, held Friday and Saturday, proved to be a huge success with a wide variety of top-notch training sessions and prizes galore.
I want to personally invite you to join us for the ASA X50 Automotive Conference & Expo that will be held virtually!
Daily $20 gift card winners continue to be announced from those who register for the 2021 ASA X50 Conference & Expo.
ASA is once again leading the way with their mobile App by upgrading to a new platform with multiple opportunities for their members.
In this episode, we talk with Maryann Croce about her class on The Invisible Culture, along with Mark Allen from Audi and Jason Sanders from Nissan about some of the new technology from the OEMs that will impact both mechanical and collision shops in the years ahead.
In this episode, we talk with Kim Walker, Roger Cada and Scott Brown about some of the training sessions you’ll find available from the best trainers in the industry.
The X50 Conference is a new virtual training and trade show event with a twist.
ASA Sponsored Benefit Provider Chevron held a briefing this morning on recent changes impacting the oil industry and how that is impacting the public - moreover the repair industry.
A handful of companies in the lubricant industry have announced price increases, the third round since December 2020, and the major players in the industry are likely to follow suit quickly.
All Zoomed out on training? We are too, so that’s why we built a whole new conference and expo like no other on a brand new platform. Introducing ASA X50!
The Automotive Service Association (ASA), in partnership with members of the American Alliance for Vehicle Owner’s Rights (AAVOR), submitted comments to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in response to their document “Cybersecurity Best Practices for the Safety of Modern Vehicles."
On behalf of the combined efforts from Industry Associations, collision repair professionals, scan tool providers and various subject matter experts, the Automotive Service Associated (ASA), the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) acknowledges the act of scanning* a vehicle using a qualified scan tool** as a necessary and not-included operation that is legitimately expressed on a repair order with either a fixed cost, in labor hours and/or set dollar amount.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! April 30-May 1. ASA X50 Conference & Expo.
ASA National is partnering with AppFueled to provide member-shops with the ability to build their own apps.
The U.S. Congress, which returns from Thanksgiving break this week, is set to discuss final legislation ahead of adjournment at the end of the year.
Thank you to all in our ASA family, including our members, staff, Board of Directors and supporters of this great family.
Earlier this month, the Automotive Service Association (ASA) presented the 9th installment of the popular MSO Symposium in an unprecedented virtual format.
The Automotive Service Association, a national training leader for the automotive service and collision repair industries with its network of ASA Affiliates across the United States, will host its first multi-day virtual conference and expo on April 30 - May 1, 2021.
Dell Technologies is partnering with ASA to host a Cyber Monday Contest designed to bring the benefits and value of ASA membership to more independent shops across the United States.
In response, leading automotive industry organizations from across the U.S. have joined together to create PAVE – Professional Automotive Virtual Education, that promises to be the ULTIMATE virtual training event for automotive professionals.
In years past, the MSO Symposium has brought together an exclusive group of attendees to review and discuss the latest trends and expected changes in automotive collision repair.
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced earlier this month that the 9th installment of the MSO Symposium would take place as a five-day virtual event the week of Nov. 9, and that for the first time ever, the program is open to the entire industry and at no cost.
In a virtual format due to COVID-19, the Automotive Service Association’s 2020 Annual Business Meeting proved to be successful.
Due to COVID-19, the Automotive Service Association’s Annual Business Meeting is going virtual.
The 2020 MSO Symposium will take place Nov. 9-13 as a series of webinars, scheduled to start daily at 12 p.m. PDT, 2 p.m. CDT and 3 p.m. EDT.
