ASA Annual Business Meeting scheduled for October
Due to COVID-19, the Automotive Service Association’s Annual Business Meeting is going virtual.
ASA News & Information
MSO Symposium going virtual
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS – Aug. 6, 2020 - The Automotive Service Association (ASA) is pleased to announce that the 9th Annual MSO Symposium will still take place the week of Nov. 9, 2020. “We’re just going to do it…
ASA Colorado member-shop prepares transition to next generation ownership
By Rob Merwin / Aftermarket Matters LAKEWOOD, Colo.—An In-N-Out Burger and…
Winner in ASA/Dell contest: 'I am shocked! I never win anything!'
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS – July 31, 2020 – The final winner has been announced in the ASA-Dell Technologies "Independence for Independents” contest. Vicki Doherty of M&N Absolute Auto Repair in Everett, Washington won…
Search for next AMi president intensifies
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas - July 30, 2020 - Applications are continuing to be accepted for the president of the Automotive Management Institute. The position became open when Jeff Peevy, AMAM, resigned his position as AMi president -- effective July…
AMi announces departure of Jeff Peevy as president
From AMi The Automotive Management Institute announced Thursday, effective July 31st, Jeff Peevy, AMAM has resigned his position as president to return to I-CAR as VP of Technical Products, Programs, and Services. Peevy took…
Dick Schoonover, former ASA Collision leader, passes away
Dick Schoonover, age 84 of Woodbury, Minn. passed away July 9, 2020. Schoonover, a former ASA Collision leader, served on many boards and committees at the state and national levels for ASA, ASC, I-CAR…
ASA Podcast (Episode 51): ASA Chairman’s Message
In this podcast, we’re talking with Bob Wills, ASA Chairman and owner of Wills Auto Service in Battlecreek, Mich., as he offers an update on what ASA has been doing to meet the challenges while helping our members stay informed on the latest information to help their businesses through these challenging times.
Obituary: Former longtime ASA representative Don Randall passes away
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Donald A. "Don" Randall, who represented the Automotive Service Association for 20 years, has passed away. Donald A. Randall, 1933-2020 Don Randall of Ft. Myers, Fl., formerly of Lusby, Md.…
Independence for Independents: ASA & Dell Technologies kick off summer membership drive
ASA wants you! This July, ASA is partnering with Dell Technologies to host a summer membership drive designed to bring the benefits and value of ASA membership to more independent shops across the United States.
ASA website receives ‘major tuneup’
ASA has given its official association website a major tuneup.
Registration opens for Automotive Training Expo (ATE)
LAKEWOOD, Wash. - Registration for the nation’s first four-day virtual automotive training venue opens July 1. With the support of North America’s top automotive vendors, training organizations, and instructors, the Automotive Training Expo (ATE) will offer owners, managers, service advisors,…
Remembering Don Seyfer: A Good Man Who Made a Difference
Although many of the younger members of the automotive service industry may not recognize his name, Don Seyfer was one of the leaders who impacted their lives and the lives of many others.
Aftermarket Matters: ASA Colorado schedules third annual golf tournament
ENGLEWOOD, Colo.—ASA Colorado with hold its annual golf tournament, Saturday, Sept. 12, from 7 a.m.—2 p.m., at the Colorado National Golf Club, 2700 Vista Parkway in Erie. The outing will be a four-player scramble for all levels of players. There…
NEW! ASA releases new resources for mechanical, collision wages
Want to know what other technicians in the automotive service and repairers in the automotive body fields get paid in your state?
AmeriTrust Group, Inc.’s ‘A-‘ rating reaffirmed by AM Best
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- AmeriTrust Group, Inc., today announced that its five insurance carrier subsidiaries have had their Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A- (Excellent) reaffirmed by AM Best, the insurance industry credit rating organization. The outlook is Stable. "In…
ASA Podcast (Episode 39): ASA Collision Division Report
Mike LeVasseur, ASA Collision Division Director, reports on recent activities by the ASA Collision Operations Committee (COC). This bi-monthly podcast for ASA members keeps you up-to-speed on important projects such as new vehicle technology now appearing in the service bays…
Reminder: Register now for Wednesday's ASA VIP Forum (COVID-19)
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS April 28, 2020 – Understanding the challenges the auto repair industry is facing with COVID-19, ASA is holding a free one-hour, online Virtual Industry Professional Forum at Noon (Eastern)/11 a.m. (Central)/10 a.m. (Mountain)/9 a.m. (Pacific) on Wednesday, May 6. REGISTER NOW! According…
COVID-19: ASA to host Virtual Industry Professional Forum (May 6) – REGISTER NOW!
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS April 28, 2020 – Understanding the challenges the auto repair industry is facing with COVID-19, ASA is holding a free one-hour, online Virtual Industry Professional Forum at Noon (Eastern)/11 a.m. (Central)/10 a.m. (Mountain)/9 a.m. (Pacific) on…
MobileSoft offering specials aimed at helping ASA members during COVID-19 crisis
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – With the COVID-19 pandemic putting tremendous strain on shop owners, one technology company is using its expertise to help ASA member-shops during the crisis. For ASA members exclusively, MobileSoft – an ASA Sponsored Benefit Provider…
COVID-19: ASA leader gives update, urges repair industry to write Congress & fill out surveys
https://youtu.be/EovgtYlytxM In this video, ASA President/Executive Director Ray Fisher encourages taking action and talks about what can be expected this week on legislative and other fronts. Topics include the CARES Act, writing letters to Congress, and industry surveys that ASA…
Video (COVID-19): ASA leader provides overview, urges repair shops to seek funding opportunities
https://youtu.be/oHB_nmscoNE NOTE: Repair Shop owners: Go to roughly 5:30 into the video for some ideas. NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas - ASA President/Executive Director Ray Fisher gives an overview of the week as the COVID-19 crisis continues. He encourages repair shop…
ASA's Industry Best Practices: Auto Repair Shops & COVID-19
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas - ASA put together a flyer of resource information to help its members and others.
Mark your calendar! ASA sets Aug. 24-25 for Co-located Events - CARS, TTF, ABM & more
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas — ASA has slated Aug. 24-25 as the new dates for the association’s joint CARS (Congress of Automotive Repair & Service), TTF (Technology & Telematics Forum), annual business meeting and live PODCASTS. The event had originally…
ASA training, business event postponed until late August or early September
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas — Noting the seriousness of the Coronavirus, ASA’s Board of Directors decided Friday to postpone the association’s joint CARS (Congress of Automotive Repair & Service), TTF (Technology & Telematics Forum) and annual business meeting until late August or…
Aftermarket Matters: ASA Northwest postpones annual March training event due to coronavirus
ASA Northwest has announced it has rescheduled its annual Automotive Training Expo (ATE) to July 31 – Aug 1., at the DoubleTree Hilton by SeaTac Hotel.
ASA membership director visits Texas member-shop, touts learning experience
IRVING, Texas - A stopover at Rick’s Auto Care - at…
Listen now! ASA's Legislative, Mechanical, Collision Newsletters are now Podcasts!
ASA's members-only Division Newsletters are now Podcasts! And for this month only, non-ASA members can listen!
Repair shop owner takes home ASA Northwest's highest honor
From Aftermarket Matters LEAVENWORTH, Wash. — Jen Smith was recently bestowed the ASA Northwest 2019 Outstanding Member of the Year honor at the association’s recent Semi-Annual Retreat & Management Conference, Jan. 23-26, in Leavenworth, Wash. Smith is co-owner of Gig…
Releasing This Week! ASA's Division Newsletters as Podcasts!
ASA's members-only Division Newsletters are now Podcasts!
WATCH REPLAY! ASA executive director discusses Annual Business Meeting, other events
https://youtu.be/tXQaEIXVNLI (If you can't see the video on your phone or other device, CLICK HERE) NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS - ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher participated in a Facebook Live! on Friday, discussing ASA's power-packed Annual Business Meeting & Conference…
ASA Podcast mentioned prominently in Auto Service World article
ASA's well-received Podcast is mentioned prominently in Auto Service World's article: "What are you listening to?" ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher is nicely quoted as to the association's decision to join the Podcast world.…
Slideshow: 2019 ASA, AutoInc. ‘Top 10 Websites' winners
ASA on Friday announced the winners of its 2019 Top 10 Websites Contest for automotive repair shops.
New director hired to oversee ASA Member Services
The Automotive Service Association is proud to announce the hiring of Blair Calvo as its new director of membership.
Online Registration for MSO Symposium’s 8th Annual Event ends this Friday
Online registration for the 2019 MSO Symposium, taking place on Monday, Nov. 4, 2019 in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay ends Friday.
ASA launches new weekly podcast series
ASA today announced the launch of a new weekly podcast series hosted by industry veteran Tony Molla, ASA’s vice president of Industry Relations.
ASA announces new benefit with national partner Tekmetric
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced that it is partnering with an industry-leading auto repair shop management system, Tekmetric. This new partnership will provide added value to all ASA member-shops nationwide.
ASA member among Women in Auto Care's 2019 'Women of the Year' winners
ASA member-shop co-owner Jamie Carlson has captured the "Female Shop Owner of the Year" award from Women in Auto Care.
FACEBOOK LIVE: ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher talks shop with Jeff Buckley
MIDLOTHIAN, Texas - ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher joined Jeff Buckley, one of the auto repair industry's best social media communicators, during a 30-minute session in which they discussed a variety of issues important to the industry.
RR Radio with Carm Capriotto: ASA's Technology & Telematics Forum 2019
Host Carm Capriotto talks about ASA’s Technology & Telematics Forum 2019 during an episode of Remarkable Results Radio that includes, among other things, discussions with two TTF attendees — ASA member-shop owners Bill Nalu and Frank Leutz.
Darrell Amberson to serve as MSO Symposium's 2019 Event Moderator
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas, Sept. 17, 2019 - Darrell Amberson of LaMettry’s Collision Center will be moderating the 2019 MSO Symposium, being held from 11:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4 at the…
What you may have missed! ASA, Alliance host 6th annual Technology & Telematics Forum
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) and the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (the “Alliance”) hosted the 6th annual Technology & Telematics Forum Sept. 12 in Troy, Mich.
It's today! ASA’s Technology & Telematics Forum to feature automakers, insurers & more
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Automakers and others are transforming the automotive industry with new vehicle technologies. As motor vehicle technology becomes increasingly sophisticated, it is crucial that automotive repair shops have the latest in vehicle technology trends, data access policy and…
Schedule of Events: 6th Annual Technology & Telematics Forum
Schedule of events for the 6th Annual Technology & Telematics Forum on Sept. 12 in Troy, Michigan.
REGISTER NOW: 6th Annual Technology & Telematics Forum set for Sept. 12
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) is partnering with the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers to host the 6th Annual Technology and Telematics Forum Sept. 12, in Troy, Mich.
ENTER NOW! New ASA photo contest focuses on ‘Best Work Bay Area’
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas Aug. 2, 2019 – Have an outstanding “Work Bay Area” in your shop? We have a contest that you will want to enter. The contest is the second in a series of ASA competitions aimed at…
'Carmcast:' ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher touts cutting-edge event
ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher appeared Wednesday on Carm Capriotto's popular "Carmcast" and discussed the association's upcoming Technology & Telematics Forum.
ASA forum on new vehicle technologies structured for independent repair shops
Cutting edge Arizona shop owner Frank Leutz knows the importance of attending meetings like ASA’s upcoming Technology & Telematics Forum. The event is scheduled for Sept. 12 in the Detroit suburb of Troy, Michigan.
