NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The nation's largest and longest-running auto show is taking place at McCormick Place in Chicago, Ill. Open to the public from February 8-17, the 2020 Chicago Auto Show will welcome thousands of car…
Independent repair shops report staying up-to-date with diagnostic advancements as a top challenge in the new year Technicians struggle most with finding time to complete hands-on training Shop owners say getting the best education and training is the most important…
By Martha C. White / NBC News In an attempt to get the fast-spreading coronavirus epidemic under control, Chinese authorities in some parts of the country reportedly have told factories to remain shuttered for as long as three more weeks.…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnhzGUcENWo "Groundhog Day" has been viewed 104,246,754 times across the Jeep® brand's YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram channels "Groundhog Day" has more social views online than any other commercial airing during the Big Game "Groundhog Day" takes #1 spot in USA Today Ad…
By Consumer Reports General Motors has issued a recall for 148,055 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks from the 2019 model year. The recall addresses a problem that arose from a software update in a previous recall. The initial…
By LendingTree Six in 10 people are concerned with the amount of technology in cars now compared to five years ago, according to an online survey commissioned by ValuePenguin. But when it comes to a drivers' appetite for technological advances,…
LONDON/NEW YORK - Feb. 6, 2020 – The market for autonomous vehicles (AVs) will grow significantly from 2018 through 2030. Fully automated cars are expected to contribute some $13.7 billion by 2030. One in ten vehicles will be self-driving by…
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…
CHICAGO, Feb. 06, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, the newest generation of an American icon, is MotorWeek’s 2020 Drivers’ Choice Award winner for “Best of the Year.” The full slate of awards was announced today on the…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Feb. 6, 2020 – New Hampshire Sen. Regina Birdsell (R-19) has introduced Senate Bill (SB) 513, addressing original equipment manufacturer (OEM) repair procedures for collision repairs. ASA supports this legislation. ASA is urging New Hampshire repairers and…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2WD, L4-2.4L (4B12), Automatic Transmission Mileage: 88,396 Problem: The vehicle came in because the MIL was on. The tech pulled a P0171 (Fuel System Too Lean – Bank 1) DTC. This article…
(If you can't see these photos on your phone or other device, CLICK HERE!) ASA Colorado's recent Summit proved to be an incredible success. Take a look at these photos from the event. You may recognize some of the…
"Electric Vehicles (EV) are being promoted as a superior automotive technology that will eliminate Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) cars and light trucks. However, despite all the hype, the ICE light vehicle population on U.S. roads will climb by 36 million…
Mario Rojas, an ASE-Certified Master Technician with L1 at Pete’s Complete Auto Service in Miami, is a Millennial on a mission.
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Aveo, L4-1.6L, Automatic Transaxle Mileage: 165,778 Problem: The vehicle was brought to the shop because it was overheating only on short trips around town. It was fine on the freeway. The shop replaced…
Lowest auto sales in 5 years: While still solid, 2019 auto sales were at the lowest point since 2014 Further slowdown expected: New car sales are expected to slow further in 2020, due to slower economic growth and less affordable…
From Bloomberg.com Fears that the coronavirus will ravage global supply chains rooted in China are spreading fast. For automakers, a hiatus from production in the world’s largest car market may force them to take some needed rebalancing. READ MORE
By the New York Times Super Bowl ads featuring electric vehicles used to be rare. But this year, at least three car companies — GM, Porsche, and Audi — ran flashy commercials for new plug-in models. It’s a sign that…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 3.8L V-6, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 148,992 Problem: The customer reported that the ABS light was on. The brakes seemed to operate normally. Details: Using his scan tool, the tech pulled DTC…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6EPPJHaCtw&feature=youtu.be By CNBC DETROIT – General Motors is resurrecting the Hummer, best known as a gas-guzzling, military-style SUV, as an all-electric “super truck” with massive horsepower, acceleration and torque. READ MORE
LEESBURG, VA, Jan. 28, 2020 – The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has announced the officers for its 2020 Board of Directors. New ASE officers for 2020 include: Chair: Bobby Bassett, North…
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe LLP announces its filing of a class action lawsuit against Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. ("Toyota") for its sale of 2019/2020 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles (the "RAV4s") with defective fuel…
Smaller, lesser-known insurers received the highest marks from collision repairers asked to grade the auto insurers’ claims practices in the 2020 CRASH Network “Insurer Report Card.” A free report with the 2020 “Insurer Report Card” findings can be downloaded by…
PUNE, India, Jan. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The global Electric Bike (E-Bike) Market size is projected to reach $46.04 billion by the end of 2026. Recent advancements in lithium-ion batteries will contribute to market growth. According to a report published…
FREMONT, California, Jan. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new market intelligence report by BIS Research, titled "Global Artificial Intelligence Market for Automotive and Transportation Industry – Analysis and Forecast, 2019-2029," the global AI market for automotive and transportation…
CNET.com published a nice story this week that showed just how easy it is to check if your vehicle has a recall. This is perfect to share with customers. 1. Find your VIN Your unique 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN)…
DUNTON, Essex, Jan. 30, 2020 -- As car security systems become increasingly more sophisticated, thieves are targeting car parts instead, including alloy wheels. One method to deter wheel thieves is to use locking nuts, one on each wheel, which require…
SANFORD, N.C. — Jan. 30, 2020 — CIECA announced its next CIECAst webinar will feature Mike Anderson, owner and president of Collision Advice. Anderson’s presentation “Utilizing Technology to Thrive and Not Just Survive in…
By The IRS There are various types of tax return preparers, including certified public accountants, enrolled agents, attorneys, and many others who don’t have a professional credential. You expect your preparer to be skilled in tax preparation and to accurately…
Jason Verlen, senior vice president of product management and marketing products & technology at CCC Information Systems, talks about the impact of telematics on the collision repair process.
"The average retail price of regular gasoline in the U.S. was lower during 2019 (adjusting for inflation) than gas prices were 80 years earlier in 1939 during the Great Depression. The price of regular gas averaged $2.39 during 2019, less…
SELBYVILLE, Del., Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new report, the market valuation of automotive collision repair will rise to $340 billion by 2026. A continuous focus on offering environment-friendly and cost-effective products to the consumer will induce…
By Keith Barry/Consumer Reports Approximately 138,000 Toyota vehicles from the late 1990s and early 2000s—including RAV4 SUVs and Celica and Supra coupes—have been recalled for dangerous Takata airbags that can cause serious or fatal injuries to vehicle occupants. According to…
DETROIT — General Motors’ vision of an all-electric future is coming into clearer focus and gaining momentum with a $2.2 billion investment at its Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant to produce a variety of all-electric trucks and SUVs. GM’s first all-electric truck…
By Phoebe Wall Howard / Detroit Free Press Ford Motor Co. has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit with nearly 2 million owners and former owners of Focus and Fiesta vehicles with bad dual-clutch transmissions known as the DPS6, according to…
Each year I choose a word that represents what I will focus on that year. This year it’s “Self-Care.”
TROY, Mich. -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Consumers continue to lack confidence in the future mobility technologies that automakers are eager to bring to market. According to the J.D. Power 2019 Q4 Mobility Confidence Index Study fueled by SurveyMonkey Audience,SM, the…
Time is running out! In order to maintain your FCA Certification, you must complete the following AMi courses by March 1: How to use Tech Authority Marketing your FCA Certification These courses are web based, so they can be taken…
By Kelley Blue Book With average transaction prices now ranging above $36,000, the cost of a new vehicle represents a sizable financial expense for most of us. And while negotiating a fair price is important, choosing a vehicle with solid resale…
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today unveiled the 2020 Best Cars for the Money awards. For the first time ever, U.S. News will present the 2020…
Vincent Romans, managing partner of The Romans Group LLC, has four decades of experience as a consultant within the collision repair market. In this Podcast, Romans provides a unique perspective on the various dynamics which will shape the collision repair…
"Four groups of repair outlets have generated over 90% of Do-It-For-Me (DIFM) car and light truck product growth over the past five years (2014 to 2019). The total product growth share of these four outlets was greater than their combined…
Trish Serratore, senior vice president of communications at the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, talks about the latest developments with the ASE Certification tests and what the organization has been up to lately.
By CarAndDriver.com Toyota has announced it is recalling 696,000 cars, crossovers, and SUVs, including various Lexus models, because of a fuel pump that could stop operating. The problem could cause stalling, potentially resulting in a crash. A solution is in…
By WalletHub Everyone hates being stuck in traffic. It makes you late, and causes many people’s tempers to flare up. But it’s also quite bad for your wallet – in fact, congestion cost U.S. drivers $87 billion in 2018, as well…
Commutes to work are longer than ever, according to the most recent U.S. Census, with the average commute time up 20 percent since the Census began tracking this data in 1980. The more time we spend in our cars, the…
By Consumer Reports BMW is recalling nearly 357,000 cars and SUVs as part of ongoing efforts to repair faulty Takata airbags that could explode and injure or kill vehicle occupants. Three related recalls include a wide variety of vehicles from…
Earlier this week, ASA testified at a hearing discussing "Right to Repair" legislation being considered in the Massachusetts Legislature. Automotive Service Association…
By Kut.org Lyft drivers in the Austin area now have a one-stop shop for vehicle services and driver support. Drivers for the rideshare company can access services like oil changes, tire rotations…
BETHESDA, Md. – Jan. 15, 2020 – Women in Auto Care, a community of the Auto Care Association, announced today the keynote speakers for its upcoming Women in Auto Care Leadership Conference. The now annual conference provides two engaging days…
