CARS 2007 Early-Bird Registration Ends Sept. 20
The "early-bird" registration deadline for the Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) is Sept. 20. Members and nonmembers who register for the full CARS package can take advantage of significant savings. CARS 2007, sponsored by the Automotive Service Association (ASA), will be held Nov. 1-3 at the Flamingo Las Vegas.
California Warranty Standards Proposed in New Mexico
New Mexico, under a general order from Gov. Bill Richardson, is moving to adopt the California Clean Car standards. The New Mexico Department of the Environment has proposed standards that, if passed, would implement the California vehicle emission standards – including the super warranty. The proposal directs the state to implement global warming and smog-forming emissions standards for vehicles. Additionally, the bill would impose the expansion and extension of warranties.
New Website Offers Parts Ordering Directly from Toyota Dealerships
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. has announced the launch of its newly enhanced Toyota Wholesale Parts website which now allows repair shops to order "Toyota Fast Moving Parts" online, directly from their designated Toyota dealer. Toyota launched the Wholesale Parts site in 2005.
AMI Receives $10,000 Commitment from Ohio Shop Owners
Dan and Ron Nagy, AAM, of Nagy’s Collision Centers, located in Doylestown, OH, and Wooster, OH, have committed $10,000 to the Automotive Management Institute’s (AMI’s) resource development effort EXCEL.
ASA Announces CARS 2007 Dates and Location
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced that the 2007 Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) will be held Nov. 1-3 at the Flamingo Las Vegas. CARS is sponsored by ASA’s Mechanical Division and is held annually in Las Vegas during Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW).
Spring 2007 ASE Certification Testing Schedule Announced
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) will offer its full complement of 40-plus certification tests for repair professionals and parts specialists this Spring over the course of three evenings on May 8, 10 and 15, 2007. The tests will be given at approximately 750 locations throughout the United States and Canada. The registration deadline is March 31, 2007.
ASA Launches Expanded Ultimate Buyers Guide for Service Professionals
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced the expanded version of ASA’s Ultimate Buyers Guide for Service Professionals, a web-based buyers guide providing shop owners and industry professionals worldwide immediate access to products and services catered specifically to their needs.
ASA Announces CARS 2006 Keynote Speaker
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced Tom Easton, senior partner with Essential Action Design Group, will be the keynote speaker for the Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS).
Merlin Muffler & Brake Changes its Name; Now Called Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops
In order to reflect the fact that cars today last well over 100,000 miles, as well as emphasize a company-wide commitment to helping their customers get the most from their vehicles, Merlin Muffler & Brake shops across the country have changed their name to Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops.
NORTHEAST 2006 Educational Schedule Emphasizes Training
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) have scheduled a weekend of innovation, technology and training for NORTHEAST 2006, the association’s flagship event and largest regional show of its kind. The show will be held March 24-26 at the Rockland Community College Arena in Suffern, NY.