NHTSA releases updated cybersecurity guidelines for modern vehicles
Today, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released a draft version of “Cybersecurity Best Practices for the Safety of Modern Vehicles."
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AAA: Despite plummeting demand, national gas price average rising to pre-pandemic levels
Today’s average is six cents more than last week, 16 cents more than a month ago, but still cheaper than last year by 27 cents.
Recall Alert: Automaker says 471,000 Hyundai Tucson SUV owners should park outside
Hyundai is adding about 471,000 SUVs to a September U.S. recall for an electrical short in a computer that could cause fires. And the company is warning owners to park the SUVs outdoors until the problem is repaired.
Report: Pandemic shifts consumer mindset on tech adoption
Uncertainty and financial concerns driven by COVID-19 continue to have an impact on consumer mobility and the global automotive sector.
Bruce Howes' View from the Helm: Good community service & PR action
My article below, this is a great team building event, and public service, and also really helps with the public perception of our profession. Everyone had a great time, and learned a serious lifesaving skills. Plus, they felt…
ASA: PPP 'second round' opens
The Small Business Administration (SBA) announced this morning that the second round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) lending is set to open the week of Jan. 11.
IRS: Eligible Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) expenses now deductible
From the IRS WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service issued guidance today allowing deductions for the payments of eligible expenses when such payments would result (or be expected to result) in the forgiveness of a…
SBA releases details of 'Second-Draw' PPP loans
The Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (The Economic Aid Act) was signed into law by President Trump on Dec. 27, 2020.
Report: Auto insurance rates decreasing for first time in a decade
Auto insurance rates have fallen for the first time in over a decade — decreasing by 1.7% across the U.S. for 2021 according to ValuePenguin.com's State of Auto Insurance in 2021 report published today.
AAA: National gas price average holds steady for 12 Days
The new year has started, but the national gas price average remains unchanged, holding steady at $2.25 for the last 12 days.
Lang Aftermarket iReport: Driverless cars not just around the corner
"Countless headlines trumpet that driverless cars will soon transform the mobility landscape. Significant progress has been made in driverless car technology, but many formidable challenges could delay, for decades, their widespread and everyday use. "Driverless cars have the potential to…
ASA Podcast (Episode 77): Mike Anderson talks about 2021 Collision Repair Market, pandemic
Mike Anderson, president and founder of Collision Advice, talks about the 2021 Collision Repair Market and how the pandemic is giving collision repair shops a glimpse into the future.
NHTSA allows domestic vehicles to apply for research exemptions
NHTSA has recently released an interim final rule that would allow manufacturers in the United States, particularly those manufacturing autonomous vehicles, to obtain permission from NHTSA to manufacture and test vehicles that do not currently comply with the Federal motor safety standards.
IRS: Economic Impact Payments on their way, visit IRS.gov instead of calling
From the IRS WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Internal Revenue Service today urged people to visit IRS.gov for the most current information on the second round of Economic Impact Payments rather than calling the agency or their financial institutions or tax…
New nationwide program facilitates 'resolution of potential overtime & minimum wage violations'
The Wage and Hour Division’s (WHD) new nationwide program, the Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program, facilitates resolution of potential overtime and minimum wage violations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Survey: About 2 in 5 shops itemizing diagnostic time separately from scanning time
More than one-third of shops (39%) itemize on invoices the diagnostic labor time they spend researching diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) apart from the charge for the vehicle scan itself, according to just-released results from a “Who Pays for What?” survey.
Jody DeVere: How Can We Help in 2021?
We’ve had a nice holiday break, and while we were enjoying our hot cocoa and gingerbread houses, we were also working on making forecasts and business plans for 2021.
Maryann Croce's Coach's Corner: Tap into Your Leader Within Series (Part 2) - Strategy Success
Most shop owners start with grit, drive and determination to build their dream. Doing it all and working long hours, believing that once they reach a certain level in business the day to day will become easier.
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