DOJ, FTC Support MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers’ Petition
The petition expands consumer access to vehicle operational, diagnostic and telematics data.
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Announces 2024 Vision Conference
To be held in April in Dearborn, MI, the conference theme is “The New Aftermarket: Embracing Change to Drive Growth.”
Auto Care, MEMA Aftermarket Release 2023 Joint EV Report
The report shows that BEV sales are projected to account for 9% of total US light vehicles sales in 2023.
Why Warranty Return Abuse Costs The Whole Industry
Members of the Automotive Sales Council talk about the “Check the Part” campaign.
MEMA Leaders Discuss The Association’s Future
MEMA leaders sat down with Bill Babcox to share updates on the association’s realignment announced in November.
MEMA And Suppliers Meet With Vice President Mike Pence At The White House
The meeting was part of MEMA’s ongoing effort to work with the Trump administration on policies that impact motor vehicle suppliers across the country.
MEMA, AASA Host Data Access Policy Panel On Capitol Hill
The panel discussion, “Who Owns Your Car’s Data,” was held at the Capitol Visitors Center. More than 20 legislative staff members and industry leaders attended. A lively question-and-answer period was held after a 45-minute panel discussion.
Aftermarket Associations Laud Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder’s Veto Of HB 4344
In his letter to Michigan legislators, Gov. Snyder said, “I am unable to sign this bill because it overreaches in the limitation of aftermarket parts negatively impacting consumers and creating the potential for negative consequences for Michigan’s automotive industry.”
MEMA Urges Governor To Veto Michigan Legislation Amending State Motor Vehicle Service And Repair Law
Last week, the Michigan legislature finalized a bill that discourages the use of aftermarket and remanufactured parts used during vehicle repairs. The legislation directs that only Original Equipment (OE) parts can be used for several common categories of vehicle repairs, and would only allow for non-OE parts to be used if the consumer directs a repair facility in writing to use aftermarket parts.
MEMA, Brake Manufacturers Council Submit Comments To California On The Proposed Brake Friction Materials Rule
On Monday, May 23, the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) and the Brake Manufacturers Council (BMC) submitted comments to California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) on its formal proposed rule regarding motor vehicle brake friction materials.
AASA/MEMA Brake Manufacturers Council Hosts Open Discussion On Service Professionals’ Needs
Gary Keyes, Donny Seyfer and Diane Larson, independent repair shop owners, engaged in open discussions at the 2014 General Meeting of the Brake Manufacturers Council (BMC) of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), held on Nov. 3, just prior to the official opening of the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX).