TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2006 Toyota Avalon V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) Automatic Transaxle Mileage: 128,996 Problem: The vehicle was brought to the shop with the MIL on and a rough running concern. Another shop has already replaced the plugs, air filter and fuel filter, which did not fix…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet HHR, 2.2L 4 cylinder, VIN F, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 111,846 miles Problem: This vehicle came to the shop because the starter would stay engaged for 2-3 seconds after the engine started and the MIL was illuminated.…
MCLEAN, Va., March 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In the March 2019 Commercial Truck Guidelines Industry Update, analysts from J.D. Power Valuation Services reported that demand for used trucks with desirable specs and mileage is still strong, while units with less desirable specs and…
MCLEAN, Va., March 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In the March 2019 Used Car and Light Truck Guidelines Industry Update, analysts at J.D. Power Valuation Services note the used vehicle market continued its sluggish start to the new year, as a result the J.D.…
ORION TOWNSHIP, Mich., March 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- General Motors is investing $300 million in its Orion Township, Michigan, assembly plant to produce a new Chevrolet electric vehicle that will bring 400 new jobs to the Orion plant. Today's announcement is part of GM's new commitment to invest a…
https://youtu.be/pXOTFNcx3js NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas -- ASA is partnering with an auto repair industry leader and social media influencer @urmechanic to produce a series of videos aimed at building an online dialogue to help business owners solve everyday challenges in…
ASA Florida member Terry Wynter on Friday spoke with ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher about the merits of becoming an ASA member.
PITTSBURGH (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Carvana (NYSE: CVNA), a leading e-commerce platform for buying and selling used cars, unveiled its newest Car Vending Machine today in Pittsburgh. The newest addition to the Steel City’s skyline stands eight stories tall and holds 27 vehicles,…
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas -- ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher on Thursday spoke with Sara Fraser, who will be teaching a course at ASA's upcoming annual meeting called "Generation Z – Move Over Millennials, Gen Z is Here." Fraser will…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2014 Chevrolet Sonic, 1.8L 4 CYL, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 48,026 Problem: The customer’s concern was that the MIL was on, the engine idled rough and there was a whistling noise coming from under the hood. Details: The technician pulled two DTCs: P0171…
WASHINGTON, D.C. - An impressive panel joined ASA lobbyist Robert L. Redding Jr. for Wednesday's "Washington Watch" webinar. The webinar presented attendees with an opportunity to hear updates on how legislation is impacting…
Business success comes from focusing on the priorities at each stage. It’s about sequencing. Taking the steps needed to do the right activities at the right time. In the end we are all measured and held accountable to RESULTS.
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TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, L4-2.4L SOHC, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 145,009 Problem: The car was a sublet from a body shop after they did repairs because the radio, turn signals, low beams and the low-speed wipers were inoperative. The steering column switches and…
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – Desi Mawi’s trek to become a U.S. citizen started five long years ago. It ended Monday when former President George W. Bush welcomed her and roughly 50 others as…
ASA Colorado breaking attendance records at its recent annual summit has garnered the attention of yet another publication. Parts & People talks about the ASA Colorado's Summit at Lincoln Tech welcoming 450 attendees and vendors in January, which was 100…
ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher is prominently featured in this month's print issue of Autobody News. The article, in which Fisher "shares his goals for the industry," is on the front page of the…
