WASHINGTON, D.C. – March 25, 2020 – The U.S. Senate has passed the third Coronavirus stimulus package, H.R. 748, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief & Economic Security Act (CARES Act). After extensive negotiations with the Administration, the package includes increased funding and…
From AAA With the national average at $2.12, pump prices are, on average, 50-cents less than this time last year. Crude oil is the biggest driver of the less expensive gas prices. In the last week, crude oil prices dropped…
"Big changes are sweeping across the population mix of Automotive Jobbers and Retail Auto Parts Stores as they battle for Do-It-Yourself (DIY) and Do-It-For-Me (DIFM) product sales in the U.S. aftermarket. "Although the combined number of Auto Parts Stores (Jobbers…
https://youtu.be/5rvzvuVA09Y WASHINGTON, D.C. - ASA Washington, D.C. representative Bob Redding provides an update on the Stimulus Package and the positive impact that it may have on auto repairers. Stay tuned! CLICK HERE FOR THE LATEST
RANCHO SANTA FE, Calif. - March 25, 2020 - Elite has announced that to help shop owners make the most of any slowdown in business that has come with COVID-19, they will be teaming up with Jasper Engines & Transmissions to…
From ASA's Washington D.C. Office WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate negotiators came to agreement early this morning on a proposed Coronavirus Stimulus Package. The U.S. Senate will consider the bill on the floor later today. Senators are awaiting the final…
A famous line from a popular movie, but very relevant in today’s uncertain business environment.
From TakingTheHill.com The U.S. Senate is still working to reach agreement on the Senate Stimulus package. The U.S. House has just begun its process on the House Stimulus bill. To read the full summary of the House Stimulus, click HERE.…
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced a "Stay at Home" order, effective at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2020, and running through 11:59 p.m. Monday, April 13, 2020. Below is a copy of…
From Consumer Reports News of stores running out of hand-sanitizing gels and chlorine wipes may have you worried about how to protect your family at home as COVID-19 spreads. But plain old hand soap will go a long way. “It isn’t…
From TakingTheHill.com & Staff Reports WASHINGTON, D.C. - Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan enacted an emergency order to close all non-essential businesses across the state. The order requires "the closure of anything" that isn't included in the U.S. Department of Homeland…
From TakingTheHill.com WASHINGTON, D.C. - All small businesses in all 50 states are now eligible for Economic Injury Disaster Loans. To read the U.S. House Committee on Small Business FAQ sheet, click HERE. To learn more about the loans, click…
WASHINGTON – The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced today that the federal income tax filing due date is automatically extended from April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020. Taxpayers can also defer federal income tax payments due on…
From TakingTheHill.com UPDATE: Connecticut & Nevada governors issue 'Stay at Home' orders WASHINGTON, D.C. - Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak and Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont both announced stay at home orders for their states. Gov. Sisolaks’ Executive Order under Section 7…
https://youtu.be/4gsIPwvYtVs NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas - ASA President/Executive Director Ray Fisher summarizes the week regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and provides a couple of important "calls to action." CLICK HERE FOR THE LATEST: https://bit.ly/2vCIg7H
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In an effort to ensure small businesses aren't left behind during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Automotive Service Association is urging automotive repair and maintenance facilities to write to their members of Congress in support of a "100…
https://youtu.be/uKczn4SoLiA WASHINGTON, D.C. - ASA Washington, D.C. representative Bob Redding provided an important update Friday during a Facebook Live, as ASA continues efforts to protect and bring needed legislative and other aid to auto repairers.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 20, 2020) - States approved for U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans to date are: Arizona California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Louisiana Maine Massachusetts Maryland Michigan Montana Nevada New…
