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COVID-19 (PPP): U.S. House Committee on Small Business holds online forum
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. House Committee on Small Business held an online forum with Small Business Administration (SBA) lenders to discuss the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and future efforts. To VIEW the discussion, click here. To read the letter…
Bruce Howes’ View from the Helm: Some Saturday Sharin' - On Mindset
The smartest and most skilled people I know are the ones who ask questions, who wonder if there is a better way to do something, a more efficient paradigm to operate from. They never hesitate to reach out to someone if they need advice, input, or seek to grow.
COVID-19: Treasury Department updates PPP FAQ sheet
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Small Business Administration is working in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Treasury on the implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The PPP was established under H.R. 748 - the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and…
Lang Aftermarket iReport - 2020 Virus Impact: Lower 2020 sales by product group
"Car and light truck aftermarket annual product volume in the U.S. will decline during 2020 for the first time since the 2008 Great Recession. Despite important differences between the severe aftermarket consequences of the 2020 Virus and the 2008 Recession,…
WATCH NOW: ASA Podcast's 'Positively Positive' Edition on 'Zoom!'
https://youtu.be/u1IQgEpD290 WATCH NOW! We heard you loud & clear! Our recent industry survey revealed your concern about marketing your repair shops in the current COVID-19 business climate. Well, we brought together three auto repair industry ‘marketing gurus’ - Frank Butkus-Leutz,…
House Democratic Leadership releases COVID-19 4th stimulus package
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. House of Representatives Democratic leadership unveiled the COVID-19 fourth stimulus package. The House will vote on the package on Friday. To read the highlighted summary, click here. To read the full bill text, click here.
Aftermarket Associations oppose ‘Cash for Clunkers’
WASHINGTON, D.C. - ASA and four other major automotive aftermarket associations have joined to oppose the inclusion of a new “Cash for Clunkers” type program in the next COVID-19 stimulus legislation. The Auto Care Association, Tire Industry Association, Service Station…
ASE to resume testing May 18
From ASE The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) will begin to resume testing on May 18, 2020 in selected areas of the country with test-center availability and lifted stay-at-home orders, it was announced by Tim Zilke, ASE president…
AAA: SAE endorses ADAS 'common naming' effort
From AAA (May 12, 2020) – AAA, Consumer Reports, J.D. Power and the National Safety Council commends SAE International in its endorsement of common naming of advanced driver assistance systems as well as its consideration to revise the SAE J3063…
CNET: Georgia now home to 20,000 licensed teens who never took road test
From CNET It's physically impossible to practice social distancing during a driving exam, so the state of Georgia temporarily did away with the most nerve-wracking portion of getting a driving license during the coronavirus pandemic. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed an executive…
Frank Terlep: How COVID-19 has & will disrupt the collision industry
Frank M. Terlep of Auto Techcelerators, LLC recently completed a webinar for RDA titled "6 Disruptions the Collision Industry will face in 2020 and Beyond." Now he's released this short but interesting video: WATCH NOW! How COVID-19 Has and Will…
AAA: National gas price average pushes more expensive by 6 cents
From AAA The national gas price average is six cents more expensive on the week at $1.84, but still cheaper on the month and year – three cents and $1.02 less, respectively. Regardless of the national increase, 40 states still…
Aftermarket Matters: A message from ASA Northwest president/executive director
From ASA Northwest via Aftermarket Matters Last Friday afternoon brought yet another devastating blow to our business community. While we don’t have a crystal ball, we do know that when all four phases of…
AmeriTrust Group, Inc.’s ‘A-‘ rating reaffirmed by AM Best
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- AmeriTrust Group, Inc., today announced that its five insurance carrier subsidiaries have had their Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A- (Excellent) reaffirmed by AM Best, the insurance industry credit rating organization. The outlook is Stable. "In…
Small Business Administration cuts EIDLs, blocks new applications
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Washington Post reported that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is decreasing the loan limit for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program from $2 million to $150,000 for small businesses and is blocking new applications…
ASA Podcast (Episode 41): 'Taking the Hill' Bi-Monthly Podcast
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Bob Redding reports on recent legislative advocacy activities by ASA in Washington, D.C. and at the state level. This bi-monthly podcast for ASA members keeps you up-to-speed on important issues such as vehicle technology, telematics, cyber security…
Car Care Council: Check engine light on? Could be a faulty O2 sensor
From the Car Care Council According to the annual CarMD® Vehicle Health Index™ one of the most common check engine light repairs is replacing the oxygen sensor. This relatively minor repair can be costly if neglected, leading to as much as 40…
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