AASP Expands Mitchell 1 Member Benefits
POWAY, CA – The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) has expanded its member benefits to provide an increased cost-savings opportunity from Mitchell 1’s electronic, printed and business performance service offerings. AASP members who begin new subscriptions or renew existing subscriptions to Mitchell 1’s OnDemand5 (Online or DVD Repair and Estimator), OnDemand5 Manager/ManagerPlus management system,
CABA Joins AASP as an Affiliate Member
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) has announced that the Chesapeake Automotive Business Association (CABA) has joined the association as an affiliate member. Nearly 300 members strong, CABA represents automotive aftermarket businesses in Maryland, Delaware and Washington, DC. The association is dedicated to the development of locally owned auto repair and tire service centers and the aftermarket professionals who supply them.
AASP Announces Program for AAPEX 2005
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) will be sponsoring a program on Coolant Solutions at the 2005 AAPEX in Las Vegas. The program will be held Thursday, Nov. 3 from 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. at the Sands Convention Center.
AASP/NJ Member Named NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year
NAPA Auto Parts and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) have named Alliance of Automotive Service Providers/New Jersey (AASP/NJ) member Jeff Walker as the 2005 NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year. Presented annually by NAPA and ASE, the award is given to a technician who exemplifies excellence and achievement in the industry. This winner is selected by a panel that includes former winners, automotive trade media and ASE headquarters.
AASP Spring Board Meeting to Take Place in D.C.
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) Board will hold its Spring Board Meeting on March 1, 2005 in Washington, D.C. The board meeting is being held in conjunction with the 2005 Legislative Summit, also taking place in D.C. on March 1-2.
AASP-MN Announces Fall Educational Offerings
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers, Minnesota (AASP-MN) has released its schedule of fall educational programs. AASP-MN will host an educational program on “Inflatable Restraint Systems,” from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at Dunwoody College of Technology in Minneapolis, Minn. AASP-MN will host an educational program on “Inflatable Restraint Systems,” from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at Dunwoody College of Technology in Minneapolis, Minn.
AASP to Hold Seminar at AAPEX on Using OEM Web Sites
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) has announced it will sponsor the seminar “A Practical Guide to Using OE Websites in Your Repair Shop” at AAPEX on Thursday, Nov. 4. Presenter Dave Scaler, director of the Mechanic’s Education Association (MEA), will discuss how to use OEM Web sites to obtain direct access to service information for technicians. He will review service information Web sites and will cover cost, details of content, speed, system requirements and compliance with current laws as well as practicality and application in
Industry Events Modified Amid Growing Coronavirus Concerns
Events both in the U.S. and abroad are being live-streamed, postponed or in some cases canceled.
Updated Massachusetts Right To Repair Law Headed To Ballot
In 2012 Massachusetts voted 86% for the Right to Repair Law, but new wireless technologies now threaten car owners’ rights to buy parts or get cars repaired wherever they choose.
New Jersey Auto Industry Legend Lee Vetland Passes Away
Vetland owned Lee’s Auto Body and Pine Top Service in Avenel, New Jersey, and was the co-owner of the Colonia Country Club (the site of AASP/NJ’s annual Golf Outing) in Colonia. In addition to his long history with AASP/NJ, he was a founder and board member of Auto Body Distributing Co. and served as president of the Garden State Automotive Federation, one of the groups that merged to form AASP/NJ nearly 20 years ago.
