Chairman's Club Recruitment Program
Wraps Up Sept. 12
 The deadline is approaching for ASA's 2008 member recruitment program, the Chairman's Club. The ASA member with the most Chairman's Club points will win the grand prize of an expense-paid trip to the Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) or the International Autobody Congress and Exposition (NACE).
Gear up for the 2009 recruitment contest, which kicks off Sept. 13.
Regular members of ASA in good standing are eligible to participate in the Chairman's Club and can download the "Help ASA Grow" referral card from the Members Only section of the ASA Web site. ASA members receive 5 points for every prospect that joins ASA from the member's referral. It's that easy! |
NHTSA Delays Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Lamp Standard
The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has delayed the effective date of an amendment that reorganizes and improves the structure and clarity of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108 for Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment. Read more...
Other Legislative News:
• U.S. EPA Issues Nonattainment Recommendation Process
• Florida Proposes to Adopt California Vehicle Emissions Standards
"How's Your Business?" Survey in the Mail
AutoInc.'s annual survey was mailed recently to 1,500 randomly selected ASA mechanical and collision members. Return the survey by Sept. 19 in the postage-paid envelope to be eligible for a drawing for free registration for this year's NACE or CARS in Las Vegas. Results from this year's survey will be published in the December 2008 issue of AutoInc., and all respondents will remain anonymous.
ASA Introduces AutoInc.'s Autolinks
With new procedures, new technologies and new regulations, the automotive service industry is evolving. To that end, the Automotive Service Association has partnered with MultiBriefs to create AutoInc.'s Autolinks, an opt-in e-mail resource providing comprehensive weekly news briefings of the week's top industry stories. Read more...
"NACE is where I go to get my batteries recharged. From management seminars and I-CAR training, to uninterrupted equipment discussions; NACE is the whole collision package in one."
- Ron Nagy, AAM, Doylestown, Ohio
Online registration for NACE is open now.
Visit NACEexpo.com for full conference details.
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"CARS is an unequalled opportunity to obtain cutting-edge training at a very affordable price and all in one great location - Las Vegas! Even with all of the other events taking place during the week, CARS is a must-attend for every mechanical service and repair professional."
- Dan Beeson, Bellingham, Wash.
Register today online for CARS.
Visit CARSevent.com for complete details. |
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 Tips for Creating a Solid Inquiry through the DEG
The Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) and the inquiry process are built on a format for the collision estimating system end user to constructively provide open communication and clear, concise feedback to the information providers. You are far more likely to have an exciting, easy and positive inquiry experience if your concerns and required procedural steps are clearly presented for review. Click here for the full story.
Don't Miss Today's AMI Webinar
This afternoon, Bob Cooper will present "Turn Employees into Superstars," the latest AMI Webinar available to industry professionals. Through this power-packed program, you learn the 12 steps of turning your employees into superstars! If your goal is to turn your employees into self-motivated stars, then this Webinar is a must for you.
Information on AMI Webinars, including registration for this and other sessions, is available at www.AMIeducationonline.com.
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