TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2003 Ford F-250, 4WD, Super Duty, 7.3L DSL Turbo V-8, VIN F Mileage: 199,556 Problem: When applying the brakes with doors closed and engine running, the dash and speedometer lamps dim. When the door is open and the truck is running, the…
Audi R8 is the most expensive car to insure, while the Subaru Outback is the least expensive, according to a new national report. The Zebra, a website that allows consumers to quickly compare auto insurance quotes from hundreds of companies, recently…
A new report by The Zebra, a website that allows consumers to quickly compare auto insurance quotes from hundreds of companies, gives an interesting and sometimes alarming glimpse at the cost of insurance in the United States. According to the…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2009 Toyota Corolla L4-1.8L (2ZR-FE), Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Mileage: 64,120 Problem: Vehicle came in for a no-crank problem and the transmission was stuck in “Park.” Also, the headlights and other lights were inoperative. Details: While checking for grounds, the tech touched the White/Blue…
The government shutdown, concerns about tax refunds and auto tariffs, and record cold weather across much of the country all influenced U.S. auto dealer sentiment in the latest Cox Automotive survey. Views of the future for all auto dealers -…
By AAA If the manufacturer of your car recommends regular grade gasoline, you may wonder if premium will provide added benefits. On the other hand, if the automaker says premium gasoline is "recommended" or "required," you may have considered filling…
ASA supports a proposal in the Connecticut Legislature aimed at addressing Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) repair procedures for collision repairs.
- Honda sets the bar for fleet average fuel efficiency at 29.4 mpg - Fleet average CO2 emissions also lowest at 302 g/mi WASHINGTON, March 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda ranks as the most fuel-efficient automaker in America in a new report from…
SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The record 4.3 million Americans who will be turning in leased vehicles this year will be in for sticker shock when they return to the dealership, according to new analysis from the car shopping experts…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2010 Mercedes Benz E 550 4MATIC Sedan, 5.5L V-8, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 73,009 Problem: The shifter goes into “Park” while driving under 12 miles per hour. There were no DTCs. Details: The tech found that, while monitoring the check…
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2004 Ford F-450, 2WD, Super Duty, V8-6.0L Turbo Diesel, VIN P, Automatic Transmission Mileage: 192,968 Problem: The vehicle came in with the malfunction indicator light (MIL) on and the customer complained that the engine lacked power. Details: First, the tech test-drove the…
Join ASA’s Washington, D.C. lobbyist at noon on Wednesday, March 20, as he walks you through “What’s Going On Legislatively Around the Country” in the association's next webinar.
ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher & Vice President Tony Molla used "Facebook Live" on Wednesday to talk about the association's Annual Business Meeting & Conference scheduled for April 30-May 2.
TECH TIPS (courtesy of ALLDATA) Vehicle: 2014 Subaru Outback F4, 2.5L DOHC, Automatic Transaxle Mileage: 62,009 Problem: The vehicle died while driving on the highway and was towed to the shop. Details: When the vehicle was brought into the shop, the engine would crank over but not start.…
Are you looking for human resource functions like payroll or employee benefits, but it doesn’t make sense to hire someone full-time? Look no further, ADP has you covered. ADP is one of the leading payroll processing companies in the industry and is…
"The Independent (non-Dealer) light vehicle aftermarket surged a record $22 billion in product sales between 2008 and 2018 at user-price. The Do-It-For-Me (DIFM) segment generated most of the Independent aftermarket product growth." "Two primary forces have driven Independent aftermarket expansion…
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas - Shop owners, managers and others can now access ASA’s recent “Next Generation of AMi” webinar led by AMi President Jeff Peevy. You'll learn about: What AMi offers to support…
Kicking off the annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams, the Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers of the ongoing threat of internet phishing scams that lead to tax-related fraud and identity theft.
