Next-Gen: It's tough altering traditional mindsets like 'We've always done it that way'
"... I wince whenever I hear a shop owner or technician say 'we’ve always done it that way.'"
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Automaker trade associations call for all collision repairs to follow OEM repair procedures
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Auto industry trade groups representing virtually all automakers selling cars and light duty trucks in the United States released a policy position statement today underscoring the importance of all post-collision vehicle repairs being conducted in accordance with…
ASA hosting 'Facebook Live' events for auto repair industry professionals on Friday & Tuesday
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – If you’re in the auto repair industry, you’ll want to attend one or both of two ASA-sponsored “Facebook Live” events scheduled over the next week. New…
Hyundai issues recall, engine software update for Sonata & Santa Fe Sport vehicles
Recalls approximately 100,000 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata and 2013-2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Vehicles to inspect the re-installation of the fuel tubes of replaced engines Releases "Knock Sensor Detection System Software Update" to identify early indicators of excessive engine bearing wear in…
Lessons Learned: Run your own race; comfortable calculated growth is key
I’m sure many out there can relate to my story. Me, like many others who’ve ventured into shop ownership, jumped in with both feet... not knowing what I didn’t know. I made the progression from…
ASA Facebook Group: Connect with the best!
Join other ASA shop owners/managers in discussions of business management topics designed to help you run a more successful shop. This new ASA online forum will provide you with opportunities to exchange ideas, best practices and learn from one another…
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Chesney: Importance of building daytime opportunities for training
I recently participated in a Town Hall meeting with Carm Capriotto. We discussed ideas to help grow technicians, service advisors and managers. Some of the topics discussed included daytime training and forming training groups. During…
ASA leader tours training facility, announces ADAS & calibration sessions for annual meeting
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas - Standard Motor Products is going to provide two "very informative" four-hour ADAS and Calibration training sessions at ASA's upcoming annual meeting, ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher said.
'Suicide doors' make comeback on 2019 Lincoln Continental
Lincoln is officially bringing back suicide doors back with the introduction of the Lincoln Continental 80th Anniversary Coach Door Edition.
ASA no longer manages NASTF Vehicle Security Professional program
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – On Jan. 1, 2019, the NASTF board brought the management of the Vehicle Security Professional program in-house at the Denver, Colo. headquarters. ASA no longer manages the program. Please use the new contact information below…
ASA partners with Chevron to provide savings on motor oils, lubricants for shops
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS – The Automotive Service Association has joined forces with Chevron, as its latest Sponsored Benefit Provider. Sponsored Benefit Provider companies of ASA provide special member services and products to member-shops to help offset their everyday business…
WATCH NOW: ‘Meet Ray’ news conference introduces new ASA leader
https://youtu.be/7h5Mlt6c0IA NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS – New ASA Executive Director Ray Fisher told reporters last week that he’s excited about the association’s future and that he has no plans to look back. “I like to look at the windshield not…
'Facebook Live' ideas from other shops
Check out these Facebook Live events that other facilities held to get ideas for your shop. As you’ll see, you are giving them a peek into the day-to-day happenings of your shop to highlight certain events, people and other happenings:…
Is it time for you to dive into your first 'Facebook Live?'
Back in April 2016, Facebook launched its Facebook Live feature, allowing individuals and companies to broadcast to their friends and followers live. Since then, some of the biggest to smallest brands jumped in to take advantage of this opportunity. If…
Axalta Showcases Customization with Golden-Bronze 'Sahara' as 2019 Automotive Color of the Year
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich., Jan. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time in its five-year history, Axalta's (NYSE: AXTA) Automotive Color of the Year is showcasing a color primed for vehicle customization both at manufacturing facilities and in the aftermarket. Sahara,…
Tech Tips (by ALLDATA): Chevy truck fuel tank collapse/leaking
Problem: The vehicle came in for a leak from the fuel tank area.
Tech Tips (by ALLDATA): Journey battery light & mil on after body repair
Problem: The vehicle came in from a body shop. The collision damage had already been repaired. When they body shop performed their “Post-scan”, they found a DTC, P058C – Battery Monitor Module Temperature Monitoring Performance. They had not found any codes in the “Pre-scan.”
