91% of independent repair shops reported a decrease in revenue this year 47% of independent repair shops are still occasionally experiencing disruption in parts delivery Despite occasional delays, only 11% of independent repair shops are sourcing parts from alternative suppliers…
One of the main reasons people buy a brand-new car is the promise of a no-hassle ownership experience, free from the drip, drip, drip of service problems that set in as cars age.
The U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship held a hearing today entitled “Small Business in Crisis: The 2020 Paycheck Protection Program and its Future.”
Decreased showroom traffic caused by COVID-19 shutdowns fast-tracked dealer adoption of remote selling capabilities, according to the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) Study,SM released today.
2020 has been an absurd year in many ways, but some sectors are thriving in a chaotic market as billionaire investors, institutions, and especially the Robin Hood crowd are rushing to park their money in the industries of the future.
The bipartisan group of Senators negotiating for a COVID-19 economic stimulus bill released more details of their $908 billion plan today. The U.S. Congress is attempting to come to an agreement on economic stimulus legislation before the end of the year.
Annual mileage on U.S. roads will plunge by more than 12% during 2020, according to the latest projections by Lang Marketing. This will be only the seventh year since WWII in which U.S. mileage has fallen.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler announced today at a press conference the final decision by the EPA to retain the existing National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter (PM).
Today a bipartisan group of Senators including Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV), Sen. Mitt Romney (R-UT), and Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) released a new framework for a potential COVID-19 relief bill.
To better serve the increasing number of Spanish-speaking professional service providers, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has added Spanish translations to select ASE certification tests with the help of industry experts who participated in workshops hosted by ASE.
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.
Following the Thanksgiving holiday, the national gas price average is more expensive. At $2.12, it is two cents more than a week ago, but remains cheaper compared to last month (-2 cents) and last year (-46 cents).
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – Bobby Bassett is a name many technicians and shop owners will recognize. He’s been one of the most well-known trainers in the industry during his time as National Training Manager for North America for Gates, and…
Thank you to all in our ASA family, including our members, staff, Board of Directors and supporters of this great family.
Brakes for Breasts, the organization spearheaded by Leigh Anne Best, marketing director of Mighty Auto Pro and Laura Frank, co-owner of Auto Repair Technology that fundraises to support breast cancer research, has wrapped up its 10th year, hitting a major milestone in the process.
The light vehicle aftermarket in the U.S. is supplied by five major distribution channels. These five channels topped $14 billion in combined product growth at user-price over the past five years (2014 to 2019). Nevertheless, there were significant differences in the product growth achieved by each channel.
The U.S. House of Representatives voted, prior to leaving Washington for the Thanksgiving Break, to pass H.R. 8294, The National Apprenticeship Act of 2020.
General Motors will recall about 7 million big pickup trucks and SUVs worldwide to replace potentially dangerous Takata air bag inflators.
At $2.10, this Thanksgiving’s national gas price average is shaping up to be the lowest since 2015. The holiday weekend average that year was a nickel cheaper at $2.05.
One way to avoid a turkey of a Thanksgiving road trip is to make sure the vehicle you will be driving is running well.
General Motors (GM) announced plans this week to invest $27 billion on electric and autonomous vehicles through 2025, $7 billion more than the amount they promised before the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
Yesterday, the White House released an update on the administration’s efforts related to COVID-19, including an update on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and loan forgiveness.
By Madi Hawkins / ASA WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) formally voted on Wednesday to break up a band of airwaves previously used for transportation safety. The Department of Transportation opposed this change, arguing that reallocating these…
Counterfeit auto parts may have been historically limited to “cosmetic” items such as hood ornaments and decals. However, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seizure statistics reveal that counterfeit safety components like brake pads, air bags, wheels, and suspension parts are becoming increasingly common.
This week, the Zero Emission Transportation Association (ZETA) announced their organizational goal of 100 percent electric vehicle sales by the end of the decade.
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – The inability to offer live training events during the pandemic has impacted every sector of the automotive service and repair industry. But, as with challenges past, the resilience of the aftermarket has shown itself once again…
Big changes will occur between 2016 and 2021 in the number and types of light vehicles that constitute the repair-age sweet-spot.
The Transportation, Housing and Urban Development subcommittee of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee has released their bill for the FY 2021 budget.
The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Rules meets on Tuesday to markup H.R. 8294, the National Apprenticeship Act of 2020.
The sale of counterfeit automotive parts through online marketplaces is a significant and growing problem, posing a threat to the health and safety of U.S. consumers, according to a new white paper commissioned by the Automotive Anti-Counterfeiting Council, Inc. (A2C2).
Cooper Tire Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Cooper Tire & Rubber Company, today announced it has selected Toys for Tots as its national charity for the 2020 holiday season.
The latest research from Cars.com (NYSE: CARS), a leading digital automotive marketplace and solutions provider, found nearly half of Americans (47%) plan to travel for Thanksgiving this year, which is down 21 percentage points from 2019.
Hyundai announced yesterday its commitment to offer 10 electrified, eco-focused vehicles by the end of 2022, including seven SUVs and three car models.
PAVE (Professional Automotive Virtual Education) virtual training will take place over three days beginning Friday, Jan. 8, and run through Sunday, Jan. 10.
A company that develops and provides automated vehicle inspection systems powered by artificial intelligence and proprietary hardware has partnered with a vehicle auction company to evaluate critical underbody components and tires of used vehicles.
If you don’t recognize the name Scott Brown, you’ll probably recognize some of his work over the years.
There is a widening gap in the average ages of domestic and foreign nameplates on U.S. roads. With dramatic changes in the sales and mix of vehicles over the past ten years, these average age differences are shifting into overdrive.
To say that times have changed is an understatement.
Does an employee, who has opted to stay home with her school aged child, who chose to virtually learn, when the school is open, and the other 2 children are in school, still qualify for extended leave under the Emergency Families First Coronavirus Response Act?
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued recalls for Oct. 29 through Nov. 5, including a Volkswagen recall involving 218,192 units and a Volvo recall involving 8,456 units.
The national gas price average pushed a penny cheaper on the week to $2.11 following an increase in gasoline stocks and a dip in demand.
Winter is quickly approaching and that means fewer hours of daylight.
Winter is around the corner and always brings with it unpredictable weather and harsh conditions.
By Madi Hawkins / ASA Last night, Massachusetts voters overwhelmingly passed Question 1 “Right to Repair” ballot initiative, 75 percent to 25 percent. This legislation prevents automakers from denying independent auto repairers and mechanics access to vehicle telematics information. This…
No matter how well we train or plan, accidents will occasionally happen.
More than 40% of Gen Z Americans (born after 2000) who are 19 years old do not have a driver’s license.
Mounting concerns about the increase in global coronavirus cases and the reinstatement of lockdown policies in some countries has driven crude oil prices down to the lowest closing price – $35/bbl – since June.
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – As with every other live event scheduled for 2020, the 9th ASA MSO Symposium will be presented in a virtual format due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Scheduled for Nov. 9-13, 2020, the MSO Symposium will be…
