TakingTheHill.com: Trump Administration nixes Autonomous Vehicle Committee
The Advisory Committee on Automation in Transportation (ACAT) within the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has been terminated.
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Tech to Tech: A different training approach
As a full-time technician back in the day, I was quite fortunate to attend the Chris Chesney-taught, Train-the-Trainer sessions called Fundamental Inspection & Repair System Training (FIRST) and Emission Diagnostic Graduate Education (EDGE).
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.
U.S. House Committee Holds Hearing on Car Safety Legislation
The U.S. House of Representative Subcommittee on Consumer Protection & Commerce held a hearing to discuss legislation aimed at improving motor vehicle safety.
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.
ASA urges approval of New Hampshire OEM Repair Procedure legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 29, 2019 – ASA is asking New Hampshire repairers to contact Gov. Chris Sununu in support of allowing important OEM Repair Procedure legislation to become law. New Hampshire legislators…
ASA: 'Most Favored Nation Clauses' harm collision repairers, consumers
Bob Redding, ASA's Washington D.C. representative, addressed "Most Favored Nation Clauses" (MFN) in collision repair agreements at the Collision Industry Conference (CIC).
TakingTheHill.com: U.S. House panel holds hearing on 'Spectrum Policy'
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Huqx9rUNScw&feature=youtu.be From TakingTheHill.com WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Communications and Technology held a hearing entitled, “Our Wireless Future: Building A Comprehensive Approach to Spectrum Policy.” (To view the hearing in its entirety, CLICK HERE.) Subcommittee…
ASA VIDEO ALERT! Oppose legislation to eliminate Federal Insurance Office
Bob Redding, ASA's D.C. lobbyist, is urging collision repairers to send a letter to legislators opposing the current legislation to do away with the Federal Insurance Office.
WATCH: FTC hosts workshop 'Nixing the Fix: A Workshop on Repair Restrictions'
From TakingTheHill.com WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a workshop entitled “Nixing the Fix: A Workshop on Repair Restrictions.” The purpose of the workshop was to focus “on how manufacturers may limit repairs by consumers…
ASA opposes bills to abolish Federal Insurance Office
WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 15, 2019 – Bills to abolish the Federal Insurance Office have been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. ASA opposes any efforts to abolish or limit the FIO’s jurisdiction. Despite numerous…
ASA Chairman's Message: What have we done for you lately?
As we move into the second half of 2019, I thought it would be a good time to review what ASA and our Affiliates have been up to on your behalf.
U.S. Department of Labor makes announcement on apprenticeship expansion
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced that it will be expanding apprenticeships in the U.S.
NHTSA seeks comments on 'Crash Report Sampling System'
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is tasked with the responsibility to “collect crash data that support the establishment and enforcement of motor vehicle regulations and highway safety programs.
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…
