Attendees Give High Marks to ASA for Successful Annual Convention
ASA's annual convention included several association governance and leadership programs including open meetings of the ASA board of directors and affiliate assembly; a State of the Association address by Ron Pyle, ASA’s president and chief staff executive; and the installation of the new board.
Click here for convention highlights, including ASA’s Celebration of Excellence.
ASA Announces:
• New Board of Directors
• Collision Division Operations Committee
• Mechanical Division Operations Committee
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Arizona Governor Vetoes Bill Requiring Legislative Approval
of Emissions Standards
Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano vetoed legislation last week that attempted to block state agencies from enacting vehicle emissions regulations. Arizona H.B. 2017 would have prevented the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) or any state agency from adopting government programs that would in any way regulate the emission of greenhouse gas or motor vehicle fuel economy without specific legislative authorization from the Arizona legislature. For more on the veto, click here.
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Coalition Calls for Database of Salvaged Automobiles
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CARB Hosts Automotive Cool Paints Workshop
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) recently held a workshop to discuss approaches to reduce emissions from mobile air conditioners, including solar reflective paints and window glazing. Discussion focused on the planned regulatory approach for these reductions that resulted from California Assembly Bill 32. For more information, click here.
ASA Publishes Report on Telematics Usage, Potential Effects on Independent Repair Market
ASA has published a report focusing on the potential effects that telematics may have on independent automotive service and repair businesses, including remote diagnostics. The report also explores consumer usage of telematics products and services, how a telematics system functions and its practical applications.
To read the full story, click here.
AMI Announces Board of Trustees
The Automotive Management Institute (AMI) announces the members of its 2008-2009 Board of Trustees, with George Witt, AAM, George Witt Service Inc., Lincoln, Neb., re-elected as chairman; Bob Pearson, AAM, Precision Auto Collision Center, Shakopee, Minn., re-elected as treasurer and Freda Thompson, AAM, Ace Auto Body Inc., Hartselle, Ala., re-elected as secretary. Click here to read more.
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Paul Louwers Receives AMI Annual Recognition Award
AMI Honors Class of 2008
 Threat or Opportunity?
Nearly 10 years ago, I attended a seminar in Detroit on the emerging technology of telematics. I remember thinking then that the convergence of communications and transportation technologies made a great deal of sense because many drivers are in their vehicles for extended periods of time.
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