AASA, Brake Manufacturers Council Join MEMA in Comments Filed on Washington State’s Preliminary Copper Regulations
On Nov. 30, the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and its Brake Manufacturers Council (BMC) joined with the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) in filing comments with Washington State regarding its Preliminary Better Brakes Rule.
Outlook for Aftermarket is Bright and Bankable, Says AASA President, Panel
Bankers have been warming to the automotive aftermarket in the past few years, namely because it’s a much more predictable and relatively stable industry compared to many others, attendees of Tuesday’s AASA Executive Breakfast heard.
New Training Videos for Technicians and Counter Personnel Now Available from AASA Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council
A new series of educational videos providing information and training on proper diagnostic techniques and procedures to repair an automotive fuel-related job is now available online from the Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council (FPMC) of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA).
AASA Announces Partnership with Mitchell 1 to Provide Supplier Members with OE Parts Data
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) recently announced a partnership with Mitchell 1, a Snap-on Company, to provide the association’s aftermarket supplier members with a comprehensive original equipment parts and application data program.
AASA ‘Know Your Parts’ Campaign Promotes Quality Brand Name Aftermarket Parts
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has initiated a “Know Your Parts” awareness and educational campaign designed to address concerns over the low-cost, off shore, generic auto parts that are flooding the domestic aftermarket.
AASA Reaches Out to American Honda Regarding Position on Aftermarket Parts
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) recently commented on American Honda’s recent release of position statements stating that parts other than Honda/Acura Genuine parts “are not recommended” in repair and maintenance of their vehicles.
New Online Resource Launched for AASA Know Your Parts Campaign
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has launched a new website for its Know Your Parts campaign. The site allows for easy, free download of information about the AASA industry awareness and education program, and highlights the importance of quality automotive aftermarket parts backed by full service suppliers.
Unperformed Maintenance Drops by $5 Billion in 2008, According to AASA
This untapped market represents 21 percent of total aftermarket potential.
AASA Supports New Vehicle Incentives, But Opposes Indiscriminate Scrappage Programs
In conjunction with its recently released “Special Report,” the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has announced its support of new vehicle incentives legislation, but its opposition to indiscriminate vehicle scrappage programs. AASA’s “Special Report” analyzes the serious unintended consequences of proposed vehicle scrappage legislation.
DIY Activity Continues to Decline, According to New AASA Research
All types of do-it-yourself (DIY) activity have dropped over the past 10 years, according to new research from the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA). A detailed DIY analysis is included in the soon-to-be-released 2006-2007 AASA Automotive Aftermarket Status Report.