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Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009
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Eight Great Reasons Why You Don't Want
to Miss ASRW
In just a few short weeks, the second annual Automotive Service and Repair Week (ASRW) will be upon us. For those who haven’t made their decisions yet, here are some terrific reasons why you should be in Las Vegas Nov. 4-7, 2009, should you need some arm-twisting. Click here to find out why you can't miss out.
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EPA’s Educational Theaters to Address CRC
 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be conducting two training sessions in the International Autobody Congress and Exposition (NACE) Educational Theater. These free educational sessions are another component to the agency’s Collision Repair Campaign (CRC), an industry outreach program designed to familiarize collision repair facilities with the requirements of new paint regulations. Click here for more information and session times.
Visit the EPA at ASA’s Booth, #N8601 |
Thursday, Nov. 5: 11 a.m. - Noon
Friday, Nov. 6: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 7: 11 a.m. - Noon |
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OEM Pavillion Brings Automakers, Attendees Together at ASRW
For the first time ever, a collection of automakers will participate in a pavilion setting at Automotive Service and Repair Week (ASRW), allowing attendees to visit with many of the top original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in one area, at one time, under one roof.
More participants are expected by show time, but the current list includes Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Porsche, Toyota, Volvo and Volkswagen. Click here for more information |
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 EPA, NHTSA Propose National Fuel Economy, GHG Program
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson have announced a national program to improve fuel economy and reduce greenhouse gases. The program will be an interagency program to address climate change and energy security. Click here more information. |
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AMI Invites Fans to Join Its New Facebook Community
AMI has launched a page on Facebook in efforts to communicate electronically and instantly with various audiences within the automotive service industry.
Fans who join AMI’s Facebook community will be able to network with peers, participate in discussions and receive timely news and information about AMI. Click here for more information.
Other Management News:
• AMI Announces 2009 AVI Education Scholarship Recipients |
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 Spin is In … But Here Are the Facts
Guest blogger Bob Chabot shares his thoughts on the recently announced voluntary service information agreement in Canada. He asks readers to consider how the truth matters when it comes to the issues that can rocket or ruin your business. Chabot believes the recently signed voluntary service information accord signed in Canada is being subjected to spin. Here’s his take on the issue. Read now and comment. |
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ASA members agree to adhere to ASA's Code of Ethics - the automotive service industry's standard for professional business practices with consumers in mind. In addition to a shop's business name, motorists can also identify ASA member businesses by the red, white and blue ASA sign. Purchase a Code of Ethics poster to display in your business or a new ASA Member sign at www.ASAstore.com.
ASA's Mission: ASA advances professionalism and excellence in the automotive repair industry through education, representation and member services. |
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