AAA: National average decreases as gas demand remains low
As COVID-19 case numbers surpass 4 million, demand for gasoline is weakening across the country.
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5 ways collision shops can meet technology needs
As automotive businesses have navigated the pandemic and prepared for a return to “normal” business, many have spent time improving their facilities, from painting and organizing to implementing new processes. But one area that many collision repair facilities overlook on…
Used vehicle market continues to strengthen
BUSINESS WIRE In the July 2020 Used Car and Light Truck Guidelines Plus Industry Update, analysts from J.D. Power Valuation Services reported that wholesale used vehicle activity continued to improve over the course of June as the market fully…
Toyota recalls pickup trucks
From Ratchet+Wrench Toyota is recalling 183,397 units of its Toyota Tundra pickup trucks after the vehicle's electrical system was improperly installed, reports Consumer Reports. According to the report, the turn signal bulbs were connected to the wrong wires, meaning they…
ASA supports bi-partisan Small Business Comeback Act
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) expressed its support for the recently introduced bipartisan bill, H.R. 7671 the Small Business Comeback Act in the House of Representatives. H.R. 7671 helps small businesses that are affected by the financial impact due to…
Lang Aftermarket iReport: Three outlets propel purchased service
"Three groups of repair outlets have dominated car and light truck Purchased Service growth across the U.S. during the past five years (2014 to 2019). Purchased Service (the cost of mechanics to install products…
Online service advisor sales training launched by Elite, JASPER
Elite has announced that the company has launched Sales Master University™, an ongoing online course that provides service advisors with a consistent flow of sales training. This new online sales training service is sponsored by Jasper Engines & Transmissions. JASPER…
Gas price volatility low across the country, national average holds steady this week
The national gas price average held steady on the week at $2.19 as 1/3 of states saw gas prices decrease and only 10 states saw gas prices increase by two to four cents. State averages saw minimal fluctuation as demand…
Hyundai Recalls 270,000 Vehicles
From Ratchet+Wrench Hyundai is recalling vehicles that are equipped with tire inflator kits. When the inflator is plugged into the 12-volt power outlet, once commonly used as a cigarette lighter, a fire risk emerges. According to Consumer Reports, the outlets…
IRS unveils ‘Dirty Dozen’ list of tax scams for 2020
IRS YouTube Videos The Internal Revenue Service announced its annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams with a special emphasis on aggressive and evolving schemes related to coronavirus tax relief, including Economic Impact Payments. This year, the Dirty Dozen focuses…
Aftermarket Matters: Signs of another challenging spell for the auto care industry
From Aftermarket Matters BETHESDA, Md.—The Auto Care Association’s Market Insights report highlights recent trends in vehicle miles traveled that are encouraging, but perhaps offset by other statistics that loom as indicators of another rough patch for the U.S. economy and the aftermarket.…
Dick Schoonover, former ASA Collision leader, passes away
Dick Schoonover, age 84 of Woodbury, Minn. passed away July 9, 2020. Schoonover, a former ASA Collision leader, served on many boards and committees at the state and national levels for ASA, ASC, I-CAR…
AMi President Jeff Peevy accepts position at I-CAR
I-CAR®, the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair, today announced the addition of renowned collision repair industry veteran Jeff Peevy, AMAM, to its executive leadership team as Vice President – Technical Products, Programs & Services.
AAA: Gasoline demand at highest level in nearly 4 months
From AAA Gasoline demand increased on the week to the highest level (8.7 million b/d) since March as stocks decreased, but the combination wasn’t enough to significantly impact gas price averages across the country. On the week, the national gas…
Lang Aftermarket iReport: Foreign nameplates dominate miles driven
"Foreign nameplate cars and light trucks in the U.S. (Imports and Transplants) average greater fuel efficiency than domestic light vehicles. Foreign nameplates also constitute over half of vehicle age groups that average the highest annual mileage. "Together, these two factors…
Survey: Consumers favor anti-microbial coatings in new vehicles in light of COVID-19
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Anti-microbial coatings are a desired feature for high-touch surfaces inside a personal vehicle, including door handles, steering wheels, displays and consoles, according to a consumer survey conducted by IHS Markit (NYSE: INFO). “In an era where paying for…
Consumer Reports: Acuras & Hondas recalled for stall risk
From Consumer Reports American Honda is recalling 136,057 cars from its Acura and Honda brands in the U.S. to replace the fuel pumps. The suspect 2018-2020 models may have fuel pumps with defective parts that could lead to a loss in engine power…
Ozone pollution continues to decline under President Trump
From TakingTheHill.com The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced “its proposal to retain, without changes, the existing, more stringent 2015 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone. This proposal comes after careful review and consideration of the most current…
