ASA, Auto Alliance to host 6th Annual Technology & Telematics Forum
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.
ASA News & Information
Pennsylvania emissions legislation 'fast-tracked' in Senate without careful review
WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 18, 2019 – Last week, four Republican state senators introduced a quartet of bills aimed at modifying Pennslyvania’s vehicle emissions and maintenance program. ASA strongly opposes the legislation being pushed by Sens. Judith Ward, Elder Vogel,…
Winners named in ASA’s ‘Best Waiting Area’ contest
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas April 2, 2019 – Three auto repair shops have claimed top honors in ASA’s “Best Waiting Area” contest. CoAuto of Reno, Nev. garnered first place with its “Art Gallery meets Auto Repair” entry. “CoAuto knows…
ASA employee, dad presented with U.S. flag during surprise ceremony
Desi Mawi, right, proudly holds the U.S. flag with her dad, Bawi Lio. Mawi's dad became a U.S. citizen yesterday in Fort Worth, Texas. The flag was flown over the U.S. Capitol and presented to Mawi…
Photo Contest: 'Best Waiting Area' - Do you have a favorite?
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas - The entries are in for last month's photo contest for "Best Waiting Area" in an auto shop. The judges are taking a look - and the winners will be announced soon. Until then, do…
AutoInc. seeks submissions for 2019 Top 10 Websites Contest
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas, June 3, 2019 – If you are an ASA member and have a cool website, you should let our judges take a look and decide how it stacks up against other sites. ASA and its official…
Member Testimonial: Andy Fiffick touts the advantages of being an ASA member
https://youtu.be/f4-9anpJwzA NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas - Member-shop owner Andy Fiffick touts the advantages of being an ASA member. He spoke while recently attending ASA's Annual Business Meeting & Conference in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas community of Hurst. ABOUT US: The…
ENTER NOW: ASA kicks off AutoInc. photo contest with ‘Best Waiting Area’ category
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas May 9, 2019 – If you’re an auto repair shop with an outstanding customer waiting area, we have the perfect contest for you. The contest will be the first…
Annual Meeting Wrap Up: ASA announces new board of directors & launches new mobile app
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) had a successful and exciting Annual Business Meeting & Conference April 30-May 2 at the Hurst Conference Center in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas community of Hurst.
ASA Collision Operations Committee concerned with State Farm’s vehicle scanning document
ASA’s Collision Operations Committee is expressing concern about a State Farm Insurance Company document released at the recent Collision Industry Conference (CIC) meeting in Nashville.
ASA's Celebration of Excellence Awards Program (Photos)
ASA celebrated its members and staff at Wednesday night's ceremony at ASA's Annual Meeting.
ASA Annual Meeting & Conference (Photos) - Day 2
ASA's Annual Meeting & Conference moved into Day 2 on Wednesday, featuring a meeting of the association's board, a class on "Gen Z" and a wide variety of other classes and functions.
ASA on the Go: Mobile App Launched at Annual Meeting
ASA unveiled a new app today at its Annual Business Meeting & Conference, providing a way to reach its members and others – with important industry news and vital association information – more quickly than ever.
Collision Week Interview: ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher
By Collision Week In a recent video interview with Collision Week, ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher talked of the incredible pace of change facing both the mechanical and collision sides of the repair industry. Fisher, who officially took over the…
Remarkable Results Radio: Ray Fisher – 'Networking Just May Be Your Secret Weapon'
This week, Carm Capriotto – founder and host of the Remarkable Results Radio Podcast – released an interesting interview he recently had with ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher. "We talked professionalism, the fear of…
ASA supports NH OEM repair procedure legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C. April 24, 2019 – ASA is supporting a proposal in the New Hampshire Legislature that addresses original equipment manufacturer (OEM) repair procedures for collision repairs. The New Hampshire Senate Committee on Commerce received comments on House Bill 664 at a…
ASA employee receives nice 'present' in mail from former U.S. president
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – Desi Mawi received a nice "present" in the mail last week. It included a congratulatory letter from former President George W. Bush and a priceless photo of her with her brother, the former president and…
ASA’s ‘Bonus’ Webinar Wednesday focuses on ’609 Certification'
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOdZhvCEkQY&feature=youtu.be NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas -- Member and non-member mechanical and collision repair shops doing A/C work that involves handling or charging refrigerant into the system must have their EPA Section 609 certification or could face a fine! Join Dave Cappert,…
ASA opposes Louisiana legislation aimed at ending state’s vehicle inspection program
ASA is asking Louisiana repairers and vehicle owners to urge their state representatives to oppose legislation aimed at eliminating that state’s premier vehicle safety inspection program.
Attention Shop Owners: HIRE Vets Medallion Award is 'good for business'
Participants in ASA’s upcoming Annual Business Meeting & Conference will get the opportunity to hear from a senior U.S. Department of Labor official about the merits of its agency’s HIRE Vets Medallion Award Program.
New AMi Board of Trustee appointments announced
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, April 8, 2019 – In a joint press release with the Automotive Management Institute (AMi), the Automotive Service Association is announcing the newest members of AMi’s Board of Trustees, which it recently approved. AMi’s Board of Trustees…
ASA Chairman’s Message: The Winds of Change
I’m not sure who said it first, but it’s true that the only constant in our lives is change. It’s something we talk a lot about and for good reason—it’s happening all around us.
Booking Deadline Nears: Special hotel pricing offered for ASA members attending Annual Meeting
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas -- Want a great hotel deal for an outstanding ASA conference? If so, you need to act ASAP to take advantage of special pricing available exclusively for ASA members for the association’s Annual Meeting & Conference…
5,200 miles in 96 hours: ASA leader attends affiliate-related events in Florida & Seattle
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas -- ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher was busy on the road last week. He traveled first from Dallas to Fort Myers, Florida, for an event with ASA Florida. He then…
ASA annual meeting to feature ‘something for everyone’ with course & instructor offerings
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, March 21, 2019 – ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher, AMAM, is especially excited about the offerings for shop owners and their staffs at this year’s upcoming ASA Annual Business Meeting & Conference. “There’s something for everyone,” Fisher said.…
Record registration numbers, sold-out exhibit hall at ASA Northwest's ATE Expo
SEATTLE, Washington -- With record registration numbers and a sold-out exhibit hall, ASA Northwest's 2019 ATE Expo is bigger and better than ever. On Saturday, the training rooms were full as Day 2 kicked into full gear. Featuring the…
Testimonial: ASA Florida member talks of importance of joining association
ASA Florida member Terry Wynter on Friday spoke with ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher about the merits of becoming an ASA member.
WATCH NOW: ASA's upcoming annual meeting to feature 'Move Over Millennials, Gen Z is Here' course
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas -- ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher on Thursday spoke with Sara Fraser, who will be teaching a course at ASA's upcoming annual meeting called "Generation Z – Move Over Millennials, Gen Z is Here." Fraser will…
ASA-National employee becomes U.S. citizen, welcomed during naturalization ceremony
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – Desi Mawi’s trek to become a U.S. citizen started five long years ago. It ended Monday when former President George W. Bush welcomed her and roughly 50 others as…
ASA Annual Meeting to feature important ‘Talent Recruitment & Retention’ panel discussion
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, March 14, 2019 – Issues surrounding the need for new technical and management talent and the challenges faced from a growing shortage of qualified technicians will be explored during an in-depth discussion at ASA’s Annual Business Meeting &…
ADP: More advantages for your employees – and you!
Are you looking for human resource functions like payroll or employee benefits, but it doesn’t make sense to hire someone full-time? Look no further, ADP has you covered. ADP is one of the leading payroll processing companies in the industry and is…
Gain the Edge: Attend ASA’s Annual Business Meeting & Conference
ASA’s Annual Business Meeting & Conference in Hurst, Texas (located in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, area) will offer service and repair professionals a full immersion in what it takes to be a successful, thriving shop in today’s age to Gain…
Election 2019: Voting to elect ASA board members continues, deadline nears
Less than two weeks remain for ASA members to vote in the association’s 2019 board-of-directors elections.
Auto associations oppose Missouri legislation repealing vehicle safety inspections
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 27, 2019 – Automotive industry trade associations have joined to oppose legislation (House Bill 451) in Missouri aimed at eliminating that state’s premier vehicle safety inspection program. The Auto Care Association, Automotive Service Association and Tire Industry…
Registration now open for ASA’s Annual Meeting & Conference
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has opened online registration for its 2019 Annual Business Meeting & Conference.
Wyoming ‘crash parts’ legislation stalls in House
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 12, 2019) – A bill deemed harmful to collision repairers and consumers has stalled in the Wyoming House of Representatives. Opposed by ASA and collision shops in Wyoming, the “crash parts”…
ASA leader attends tech expo, thanks participants
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan - ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher took a moment this weekend with ASA Michigan member Bill Nalu at the AutoWares Bumper-to-Bumper Tech Expo in Grand Rapids, Michigan. "On behalf of our…
Automotive repair industry 'pioneer' Jack Caldwell passes away
LAKE FOREST, California – John “Jack” Caldwell, a pioneer in the automotive repair industry, has died at the age of 85. Mr. Caldwell, who passed away Saturday, spent many years on the Automotive…
Auto Repair Industry Update: ASA rep details what's happening legislatively in D.C., around country
ASA’s Bob Redding, the organization’s Washington, D.C. representative, offered a legislative update for the beginning of 2019, discussing vehicle safety inspections, data access, OEM repair procedures and aftermarket parts.
ASA's Washington, D.C. rep to provide update today on 'Facebook Live'
WASHINGTON, D.C. - ASA's Washington, D.C. representative Robert L. Redding Jr. is scheduled to provide a "Facebook Live" update at 11 a.m. CT today (Wednesday, Feb. 6) on legislative matters in the…
Is Your Bank Taking Advantage of You? Let’s Find Out!
It’s easy to think you are getting the best rates possible with your local bank, but how do you really know? Are you getting the best security with your processor or are you getting hit…
Savings4Members: Making 'saving simple, with no cost and no catch'
It only takes a few minutes to get started, but the benefit is THOUSANDS in savings! At savings4members we are proud to make saving simple, with no cost and no catch - just a better bottom line for your business.…
ASA Colorado Summit sets record
The ASA Colorado Summit at Lincoln Tech is off and running with technical and management training classes by some of the most well-known trainers in the industry.
ASA partners with Kukui to enable shops to build competitive websites
The Automotive Service Association has joined forces with Kukui as its latest Sponsored Benefit Provider. ASA Sponsored Benefit Provider companies provide special-priced member services and products to ASA members to help offset their everyday business costs.
Latest ASA 'Facebook Live' aimed at helping collision industry professionals
ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher hosted a "Facebook Live" event for collision industry professionals on Tuesday morning.
Automaker trade associations call for all collision repairs to follow OEM repair procedures
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Auto industry trade groups representing virtually all automakers selling cars and light duty trucks in the United States released a policy position statement today underscoring the importance of all post-collision vehicle repairs being conducted in accordance with…
ASA hosting 'Facebook Live' events for auto repair industry professionals on Friday & Tuesday
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – If you’re in the auto repair industry, you’ll want to attend one or both of two ASA-sponsored “Facebook Live” events scheduled over the next week. New…
ASA Facebook Group: Connect with the best!
Join other ASA shop owners/managers in discussions of business management topics designed to help you run a more successful shop. This new ASA online forum will provide you with opportunities to exchange ideas, best practices and learn from one another…
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ASA leader tours training facility, announces ADAS & calibration sessions for annual meeting
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas - Standard Motor Products is going to provide two "very informative" four-hour ADAS and Calibration training sessions at ASA's upcoming annual meeting, ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher said.
