AAA: Gasoline demand sees 4 straight weeks of declines
Since the beginning of November, U.S. gasoline demand has softened.
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WATCH NOW: Shop Owners Andy Fiffick & Bryan Gossel discuss PPP
ASA spoke with Ohio shop owner Andy Fiffick and Colorado shop owner Bryan Gossel about their experiences with the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and navigating their businesses through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Report: Independent repair shop financial outlook & parts delivery disruption
91% of independent repair shops reported a decrease in revenue this year 47% of independent repair shops are still occasionally experiencing disruption in parts delivery Despite occasional delays, only 11% of independent repair shops are sourcing parts from alternative suppliers…
Consumer Reports: 10 'least reliable' cars
One of the main reasons people buy a brand-new car is the promise of a no-hassle ownership experience, free from the drip, drip, drip of service problems that set in as cars age.
U.S. Senate committee holds hearing on future of Paycheck Protection Program
The U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship held a hearing today entitled “Small Business in Crisis: The 2020 Paycheck Protection Program and its Future.”
Report: Increase in 'digital' automotive retail due to pandemic paves way for 'new normal'
Decreased showroom traffic caused by COVID-19 shutdowns fast-tracked dealer adoption of remote selling capabilities, according to the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) Study,SM released today.
Report: 'Electric Car Boom' is about to get even hotter
2020 has been an absurd year in many ways, but some sectors are thriving in a chaotic market as billionaire investors, institutions, and especially the Robin Hood crowd are rushing to park their money in the industries of the future.
Bipartisan group of lawmakers release more details on $908B stimulus plan
The bipartisan group of Senators negotiating for a COVID-19 economic stimulus bill released more details of their $908 billion plan today. The U.S. Congress is attempting to come to an agreement on economic stimulus legislation before the end of the year.
Lang Aftermarket iReport: Double-digit 2020 'mileage plunge'
Annual mileage on U.S. roads will plunge by more than 12% during 2020, according to the latest projections by Lang Marketing. This will be only the seventh year since WWII in which U.S. mileage has fallen.
TakingTheHill.com: EPA finalizes particulate matter NAAQS
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler announced today at a press conference the final decision by the EPA to retain the existing National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter (PM).
‘Tis the Season of Giving Back: How can cause marketing help your business?
This Thanksgiving, I reflected on all the things for which I’m thankful, as well as the people: family, friends, and the wonderful automotive professionals I’ve met over the years.
AAA: Crude oil prices hit highest price point in 9 months
Pump prices increased on the week despite U.S. gasoline demand falling below 8 million b/d, the lowest weekly reading since June and the softest demand reading for the week of Thanksgiving since 1997.
How TSBs Can Help Boost Efficiency
With the complexity of today’s vehicles, TSBs are a big deal. Technicians must know where to look, what to look for and how to determine if the TSB is applicable. Also, as more TSBs are issued, it’s important to be…
Report: 'Trillion-Dollar Electric Vehicle Boom' isn't just about cars
LONDON, Dec. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Morgan Stanley recently raised their rating on Tesla for the first time in 3 years. Two weeks later and the stock has already smashed through their $540 price point, and it's still climbing. But…
New (with photos)! LEGO kit built for Jeep Wrangler fans
his week, the Jeep® brand and the LEGO Group revealed the newest LEGO® Technic™ model, the one-of-a-kind Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.
AAA Survey: Men are more aggressive behind the wheel
Data gathered by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety confirms the perception that men tend to speed, tailgate, merge dangerously, and make rude gestures or honk at other drivers more than women.
ASA Colorado’s annual members meeting scheduled
By Rob Merwin / Aftermarket Matters ENGLEWOOD, Colo.—ASA Colorado Annual Members Meeting will be virtual this year and will provide an opportunity to learn what is happening in ASA Colorado and what 2021 will bring. It also makes a commitment…
ASA Northwest’s ‘Kids First’ programs celebrates 21 years for holidays
The ASA Northwest will once again be holding its “Kids First” program to help needy families during the holidays.
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