AASA’s Work Group Envision Marketplace-Based Solution To Ensure Vehicle Data Access
At the 2018 AASA Vision Conference, leaders of the Vehicle Data Work Group discussed the challenges in accessing vehicle data and the group’s vision of a neutral marketplace solution.
AAPEX 2018 To Welcome 5,000 Auto Value And Bumper To Bumper Professionals
In 2015, nearly 3,500 automotive professionals from Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper temporarily shut down Las Vegas Boulevard as they made their way to AAPEX from the Mirage hotel.
Autonomous Vehicle Legislation Stalled By Senate Democrats
The legislation, which establishes a regulatory framework for fully autonomous vehicles operating on American roads, contains an amendment sponsored by Sen. James Inhofe (R-Okla.) and supported by the Auto Care Association that would create a federal advisory committee to provide recommendations to Congress on consumer control of vehicle data.
Registration Now Open For WIN ‘Racing To Connect’ 2018 Educational Conference
WIN says this year’s conference theme, “Racing to Connect,” is reflected throughout the conference agenda, with content focused on connections between individuals, among teams and even within connected cars.
Hundreds Of Automotive Scholarships To Be Awarded: Apply By March 31
By completing a single application online, students can be considered for multiple scholarships for the 2018-’19 school year.
Aftermarket Jackpot Jumpstart Sweepstakes Final Winners Announced
The Aftermarket Jackpot Jumpstart winnings will continue at AAPEX as SMP also will be giving away another $10,000 during the Aftermarket Jackpot Convention, where more than 5,000 Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper automotive repair professionals will converge in Las Vegas.
Associations Issue Statements On Recent Steel And Aluminum Tariffs
Bill Hanvey, president and CEO of the Auto Care Association, issued a statement opposing the tariff, stating it could put the supply chain at risk, while Governor Matt Blunt, president of the American Automotive Policy Council, shared U.S. automakers’ perspectives.
Registration Now Open For ToolTech 2018
Early registration for a Full Access Pass is $695 per person, available through March 31.
MEMA Reacts To Steel And Aluminum Tariffs Imposed By Trump Administration
MEMA has said it believes the move puts U.S. manufacturing jobs at risk.
Industry Experts To Offer Sessions On Service Excellence, Strategies For Effective Leadership At ASA’s Annual Business Meeting
The classes are approved by the Automotive Management Institute, and students can earn six credits per class.
YANG Accepting Speaker Applications For New Rapid-Fire Presentations At 2018 Leadership Conference
This year’s conference features a new educational session titled “Five for Five,” which will include multiple five-minute presentations that share ideas in a concise, engaging way from speakers across the industry. Following the five-minute presentations will be a small-group roundtable session led by each presenter to discuss the bite-sized takeaways from their topics.
AMN Executive Interview With TechForce CEO And Executive Director Jennifer Maher
As the CEO and executive director of TechForce Foundation, Jennifer Maher has a bold vision. “For decades, technicians have been unfairly identified as ‘grease monkeys.’ It’s a label that was never true but, today, is just ridiculous when you consider the complexity of vehicles. Frankly, we’re out to kill that negative image once and for all. And, in the process, we want to inspire and support those who are looking for a secure and rewarding career that fits their talent and interests,” said Maher.
