ASA Podcast (Episode 9): The Future of Mobility
Neal Watterson, global head of guest products and general manager of Uber for Business, was a featured speaker at the ASA MSO Symposium in Las Vegas.
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Data Privacy: ASA signs on to letter to U.S. Senate committee
The Automotive Service Association has signed on to a U.S. Vehicle Data Coalition letter that was submitted to the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation.
Buy or Lease? An in-depth look at the costs of buying & leasing a car
Are you ready for a new set of wheels? A vehicle is a large expense for most families.
Consumer Reports: FCC plan could stall 'V2X' car safety revolution
SALT LAKE CITY—A red-and-white metro bus heads north along Redwood Road, a main artery and busy stretch of suburban strip malls, fast-food restaurants, and auto dealerships. Out of the right window on this sunny day, the towering Wasatch Mountains loom…
Cars.com predicts Top 5 trends that will shape next decade in automotive
As we enter a new decade, Cars.com today revealed its top predictions for the trends that will most impact car shoppers and sellers. Increasing consumer expectations, connected technology, rising loan prices, a pivotal presidential election, and an infatuation with electric…
Blog (Maryann Croce): How does working with family work?
This is a topic I often have with shop owners. This is a controversial topic. Some will say it can work and others will say it can’t. I say it depends. It depends on…
Report: The worst states for 'speedy drivers'
By QuoteWizard SEATTLE, Dec. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- QuoteWizard®, a LendingTree company, and one of the nation's leading online insurance marketplaces, released a report on the worst states for speedy drivers. After ranking all 50 states on average speed limits and rate of speeding tickets…
Digital Trends: Waze adds new feature to make winter drives easier
By Digital Trends Waze has added a new feature for winter driving that should offer peace of mind if you ever find yourself commuting through snow-filled streets. The navigation app will now offer snow reports on the state of nearby…
Lang Aftermarket iReport: New competitive factors in 'Do-It-For-Me' supply
"The competitive analysis of Distributors who supply parts to repair outlets (the Do-It-For-Me market) generally has been focused on four major factors: Ordering Systems, Availability, Pricing and Delivery. However, three additional competitive factors have…
ASA Podcast (Episode 11): Cash for Clunkers 2.0
Lawmakers may soon be talking about a new Cash for Clunkers program being discussed in the nation's capital. Listen in as Bob Redding, ASA’s Washington, D.C. representative, discusses the genesis of an updated old idea and the potential impact on…
Satisfaction with in-car touchscreens reaches new lows, finds Strategy Analytics
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As touchscreens become more commonplace, the gulf of perceived differences in the performance of these features between cars and other devices (such as mobile and in-home) has become wider. A new report from the In-Vehicle UX (IVX) group at…
Is it a good idea to send the boss a holiday card?
By Allison & Taylor, Inc. DETROIT (December 10, 2019) – As 2019 winds down, are you considering sending the boss a holiday card? If you are, should you send a state-of-the-art e-card/social media greeting, or a “snail-mailed” traditional card? First,…
U.S. Senate holds hearing on proposals to protect 'Consumer Data Privacy'
Witnesses at U.S. Senate committee hearing called to examine legislative proposals to "protect consumer data privacy" generally agreed federal legislation is necessary to provide a uniform and consistent framework for not only consumers but businesses as well. In his opening…
New study: U.S. dealers optimistic despite concerns over economy & political climate
Franchised auto dealers' sentiment became less positive and independent dealers remained negative in Q4. The Economy, Political Climate and Consumer Confidence are among the Top 5 factors holding back business for franchised dealers. In the most statistically significant positive change…
Survey: 9 in 10 American drivers 'don't trust others to stay safe' on winter roads
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Winter is here, and drivers may not be ready for what's ahead. In a survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Discount Tire – the world's largest retailer of tires and wheels – participants revealed…
CNET: Ford recalls 231,000 F-Series Super Duty trucks for tailgates suddenly opening
By CNET Not only will thousands of Ford F-Series Super Duty pickups need to go back for potentially buggy daytime running lights, as a recall detailed earlier this week, but the automaker also announced a larger campaign for the truck. Ford said on…
Edmunds: Auto loan interest rates drop to lowest level of 2019 in November
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…
Report: Used vehicles continue to be the preferred option for car shoppers
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…
