ASA membership director visits Texas member-shop, touts learning experience
IRVING, Texas - A stopover at Rick’s Auto Care - at…
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Anti-vehicle safety inspection program bill narrowly defeated on WV House floor
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Feb. 26, 2020 – In a 50-48 vote, the West Virginia House of Delegates defeated House Bill 4639, which would have changed the motor vehicle safety inspection from every year to every two years. ASA opposed the…
Anti-motor vehicle safety inspection program bill headed to WV House floor
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Feb. 25, 2020 – West Virginia Delegate Larry Kump (R-52) has introduced House Bill 4639, which would change the motor vehicle safety inspection from every year to every two years. HB 4639 is scheduled to be voted…
Jody DeVere: Women are a ‘Social Network’
According to a recent study by Pew Research, women participate more on many social networks, including Facebook and Instagram, than men do. In addition, women use social media differently than men do. While men…
Report: Technology’s impact on the auto repair industry
By Mike Gardner, VP Automotive Group at Fortegra Technology in the auto industry has become a must-have rather than a nice to have. And adoption isn't slowing down anytime soon — from the online car buying process to backup cameras…
Company showcases air free commercial truck tire concept
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (Bridgestone) is showcasing its advanced air free commercial truck tire concept1 for the heavy-duty trucking market at the 2020 Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition in Atlanta.
CR: Kia Sedona minivans & Sorento SUVs are recalled due to fire risk
From Consumer Reports More than 228,000 Kia Sedona minivans and Kia Sorento SUVs are being recalled over concerns that they could catch fire. The problem is caused by moisture that can get into the antilock brake system’s (ABS) electronics, which can lead to a…
Employer applications now being accepted for HIRE Vets Medallion Award
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Labor is accepting employer applications for the 2020 HIRE Vets Medallion Award. The HIRE Vets Award Program recognizes small businesses, non-profit organizations and large companies for their leadership in recruiting, employing and retaining…
Report: 'How a little electrical tape can trick a Tesla into speeding'
From Vox.com McAfee researchers recently tricked a Tesla into speeding while the car’s intelligent cruise control feature was engaged. This news signals, yet again, that completely safe, fully autonomous cars have still not arrived, and it suggests that they face…
Report: Used vehicle market off to a healthy start in 2020
MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In the February 2020 Used Car and Light Truck Guidelines Industry Update, analysts from J.D. Power Valuation Services reported used prices were relatively steady from week to week in January. “Overall, the used market remains healthy,” said David…
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