SANTA MONICA, Calif., Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The average interest rate for a new vehicle loan dropped to its lowest level of 2019 — and lowest level seen since February 2018 — in November, according to the car shopping…
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Used vehicles are commanding a larger share of the U.S. automotive finance market, according to Experian's Q3 2019 State of the Automotive Finance Market report. Used financing increased 2.4 percent year-over-year, reaching 55.15…
By CNBC Tesla’s President of Automotive Jerome Guillen recently sent an e-mail to owners of the company’s first car, the Roadster, admitting “we need to improve service.” Tesla is now telling Roadster owners they will get their own dedicated service…
NEW YORK, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Americans are much less likely than consumers in other major industrialized countries to purchase an electric vehicle or hybrid, largely because of concerns over access to charging stations away from home, according to…
Are you ready for a new set of wheels? A vehicle is a large expense for most families.
LEESBURG, VA, Dec. 5, 2019 – The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) will launch an updated version of the Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) test on Jan. 6, 2020. This release will feature the new Composite Vehicle…
By TradePub.com When we asked business owners about the most pressing current workforce challenge in their business, 58 percent of small business owners reported the inability to find employees with the right skills to fill key positions. With low unemployment,…
"An estimated one-third of 19-year-old Americans currently do not have a driver’s license, more than double the share without a license in 1985. An even larger percentage of these teens (including those with licenses) seldom drive. "The unprecedented share of…
At just over 70,000 vehicles, the recently announced recall of Fiat 500 cars is small by recent standards, but nevertheless, if you’re one of the owners, it’s a recall you’ll want to know about. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) said it…
WARMINSTER, Pa., Dec. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Holiday Season is here, and once again, car manufacturers are rolling out television commercials featuring quintessential holiday scenes with snowflakes falling, the sounds of jingle bells, and vehicles adorned with giant bows.…
Arizona shop owner Frank Leutz is one busy guy. Aside from helming Desert Car Care, he hosts the Wrench Nation radio show, serves on the ASA Mechanical Operations Committee and is a regular expert on his local TV station. Frank…
By AAA As leaders in consumer advocacy, traffic safety and industry advice, four organizations – AAA, Consumer Reports, J.D. Power and the National Safety Council – have come together to adopt standardized naming for advanced driver assistance technology in an…
By AAA For the 49 million Americans hitting the road for the Thanksgiving holiday, they will find gas prices mostly similar, if not cheaper, than last year’s holiday. Today’s national average is $2.59. That is just a few cents over…
PUNE, India, Nov. 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The global Electric Vehicle Market is expected to gain momentum from a rise in the demand for battery-powered or hybrid vehicles. This information is published in a report by Fortune Business Insights, titled,…
NEW YORK – Injuries to retail workers cause employees to miss an average of 24 days from work, according to claims data analyzed by AmTrust Financial Services, Inc., a leader in insurance solutions for small commercial business and specialty risk.…
Truly self-driving cars are still “several years off” NHTSA acting chief James Owens said at a Senate hearing on the new technology Wednesday. Senator Ed Markey called for NHTSA to take Tesla Autopilot off the road until the company can…
"Domestic nameplate vehicles hold a dominant share of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) product volume, despite their declining product strength across the overall aftermarket. Domestic nameplates account for a 50% larger product share of the DIY sector than they represent of the light…
TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- As more than 12 million baby boomer business owners near retirement age it can be daunting leaving behind a business that you've nurtured for decades. Thankfully more Millennials are stepping up, leaving the employee world, becoming…
WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers and businesses should be aware that the Dec. 31, 2019 claim deadline is approaching in over $1.2 billion in auto parts settlements. The following is being released by the Notice Provider, Kinsella Media, LLC, about the coordinated…
Everyone talks about the technician shortage. It’s time we talked to the technicians. Specifically, the next generation of technicians training now in Career and Technology Education (CTE) programs across the nation. In this episode, the ASA Podcast talks to 10…
DES PLAINES, Ill., Nov. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released its annual Hot Wheels report, which identifies the 10 most stolen vehicles in the United States. The report examines vehicle theft data submitted by law enforcement to the National Crime Information…
As reported by Forbes.com... According to YourMechanic.com, here are the 15 most-expensive vehicles to maintain and repair over a 10-year period: Porsche 911 sports coupe/convertible: $19,600. BMW 640i Gran Coupe midsize sports sedan: $15,700. BMW M4 high-performance luxury sports coupe/convertible: $14,900. Lincoln MKS large…
KEYPORT, N.J. (11/18/19)––High-tech auto safety systems must be precisely recalibrated after vehicular collisions, and yet some drivers, insurers and body shop owners are unaware of this critical need, advises a veteran auto technician at Advanced ADAS Calibration Centers (AACC). “Advanced…
By Kanishka Singh (Reuters) - Japan’s Nissan Motor Co Ltd (7201.T) has said it is recalling 394,025 cars in the United States over a braking system defect, causing concerns that a brake fluid leak could potentially lead to a fire.…
For the first time in 55 years, Ford is expanding the Mustang lineup with the all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV joining the sports coupe, convertible and special editions, featuring an all-new infotainment system and connected vehicle technology Mustang Mach-E embodies…
Jennifer Maher and the TechForce team have a big mission in helping the automotive industry find the technical talent needed now and for the future. One of those ways is to recognize those already working in repair shops across the…
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee will hold a Nov. 20 hearing on the testing and deployment of self-driving vehicles that will include top U.S. safety officials, as Congress has struggled to pass legislation on autonomous vehicles. The…
COSTA MESA, Calif. -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- While showroom sales processes such as dealership personnel interaction with customers, working out the deal and vehicle delivery can drive future customer loyalty, higher satisfaction in online and shopping factors can often close…
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Now that more than a year has passed since Ford and GM announced the strategic decision to end production of several popular small car models, the automotive experts at Edmunds have released…
"The light vehicle service bay population has declined over the past five years despite a 30 million surge in cars and light trucks on U.S. roads. "Nevertheless, the shrinking number of service outlets has managed to keep pace with the…
LAS VEGAS - Darrell Amberson and Roy Schnepper offer their thoughts and comments on the 2019 ASA MSO Symposium held Nov. 4 at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Roy owns Butler’s Collision, an independent collision repair shop, and Darrell…
BANGALORE, India, Nov. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2018, the global Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) market size was $11 billion -- and it is expected to reach $58.6 billion by the end of 2025, with a CAGR of 27…
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--“That’s for boys, not for girls” – a social stigma Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) and Mattel are determined to change, and they are hoping that donating 50,000 toy cars can help. Kicking off for National STEM/STEAM Day, 50,000 young girls…
By Mike Holfeld - Investigative Reporter ORLANDO, Fla. - Click on a website or app, schedule a time for your vehicle's car repair and a professional mechanic will show up to your home or office to do the job. It’s true, no…
TechForce Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Techs Rock Awards, celebrating the nation’s most accomplished transportation technicians.
Executives from the largest and most influential collision repair facilities in North America were in attendance for Monday's MSO Symposium at the Mandalay Bay.
"In the wake of shuttering more than 45,000 service bays across the U.S. between 2008 and 2013, Vehicle Dealers have repositioned themselves in the Do-It-For-Me (DIFM) market, with many using innovative strategies centered on quick service. "As service bays generate…
In case you haven’t noticed, ASA has been in the news quite a bit lately.
Bob Redding, ASA’s Washington representative, offers a look ahead at what’s happening on the legislative front that affects ASA members and the automotive service industry. Tune in for an insider look at…
LAS VEGAS – Since the inception of the Collision Industry Conference, the forum was designed to bring all facets of the collision repair industry together – collision repairers, vendors and insurers. The concept was to have the ability to share…
By Ryan Whitwam / ExtremeTech Battery technology has finally reached the point that you can drive an electric vehicle without constant range anxiety, but you still have to plan ahead for charging. Even Teslas, which charge faster than other EVs,…
Recently, the New York Times published some Letters to the Editor on U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer's proposal to provide $3,000 vouchers to trade in gas-powered vehicles for plug-in electric and plug-in hybrid or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
ASA on Friday announced the winners of its 2019 Top 10 Websites Contest for automotive repair shops.
By Tom Randall, Dean Halford & Cedric Sam / Bloomberg By the end of 2018, Tesla’s customer service was overwhelmed. Phone calls and emails went unreturned, repairs were delayed, and drivers involved in crashes sometimes waited months to get parts. After a…
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Oct. 31, 2019 – AAPEXedu has assembled a panel of leading women in the automotive aftermarket to discuss how to innovate and spearhead change, as well as the opportunities and…
West Automotive Group Website address: westautomotivegroup.com Business address: 2200 Auto Park Way, Escondido, Calif. 92029 Phone Number: (760) 410-0071 Month & Year Website Launched: 2010 Month & Year of Last Redesign: October 2016 Judge's comments: Tony…
Sparks Computerized Car Care Website address: sparksauto.net Business address: 4001 W. Bethel Avenue, Muncie, Indiana 47304 Phone Number: (765) 284-1149 Month & Year Website Launched: July 2015 Month & Year of Last Redesign: July 2015 Judge's comments: [caption id="attachment_14448" align="alignleft"…
Sparks Car Care Website address: http://sparkscc.com Business address: 32627 Pacific Hwy S, Federal Way, Washington 98003 Phone Number: (206) 333-7486 Month & Year Website Launched: 07/19/2001 Month & Year of Last Redesign: 01/15/2019 Judge's comments: Tony…
Network Automotive Website address: https://networkautomotive.com Business address: 1021 N. Gilbert Rd #108, Gilbert, Ariz. Phone Number: (480) 979-9749 Month & Year Website Launched: January 2000 Month & Year of Last Redesign: June 2019 Judge's comments: Jason…
Greg's Champion Auto Website address: Gregschampionauto.com Business address: 55 Star St., Mankato, Minnesota 56001 Phone Number: (507) 344-3300 Month & Year Website Launched: June 2012 Month & Year of Last Redesign: June 2016 Judge's comments: Tony…
