The Auto Care Association is a Bethesda, Md.-based association whose more than 2,000 member companies represent approximately 150,000 independent businesses that manufacture, distribute and sell motor vehicle parts, accessories, tools, equipment, materials, supplies and perform vehicle service and repair.
The Auto Care Association is formally known as the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA).
The study is designed to quantify auto care businesses' concerns of current industry and business stressors as well as their impact on budget and strategic planning.
The Auto Care Association and strategic partner IHS Markit will host a webinar on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. ET on the evolution of vehicle configurations in...
The Auto Care Association announced recently the recipients of its 2021 awards recognizing excellence in education, innovation and the next generation in the auto care industry...
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG), geared toward the under-40 industry professional, is coming back to Las Vegas, Nevada, for the 2021 AAPEX show and will host its largest...
The Auto Care Association’s Fall Leadership Days registration is now open for association members and its committee and community volunteers to attend in person.
AAPEX 2021 has assembled a Keynote Buyer Panel of well-known industry CEOs for an engaging discussion on key topics facing the automotive aftermarket industry.
The Auto Care Association announced it will host a webinar on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at 1 p.m. EDT to examine the latest e-commerce trends developing in the auto care industry...
The Aftermarket Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA), a community of the Auto Care Association, announced registration is open for its 74th Annual AWDA Conference.
AAIA President Kathleen Schmaatz welcomes attendees to AAPEX 2012, and discusses what to look forward to at the show. PTEN Editor Elliot Maras also receives a tool demo of the...
Live from the show floor of AAPEX 2012 in Las Vegas, PTEN Editor Elliot Maras sits down with industry experts to discuss today's automotive repair market. Learn more about Right...
Live show coverage from the floor of AAPEX 2012. PTEN Editor Elliot Maras talks with industry experts about important vehicle repair topics. In this episode: Watch a live demonstration...
PTEN Editor Elliot Maras talked with industry experts at the AAPEX 2012 Show. Here are the topics covered in this broadcast: Useful information on tire safety and economy. How...
As the majority of post-warranty work is performed in the aftermarket, we have a duty to educate and inform the industry of challenges surrounding the technician shortage and ...
This edition of Market insights with Mike covers the results from the survey launched in our inaugural piece on the impact of COVID-19 on the aftermarket.
Market insights with Mike is a new series presented by the Auto Care Association dedicated to analyzing market influencing trends as they happen and their potential effects on...
The Auto Care Association has added three new features to their TrendLens interactive industry data platform: interactive tool tips, Pearson correlation coefficient, and updated...
Since launching the Introduction to ACES and PIES course, auto care industry professionals can now dive further into cataloging and content management with Auto Care Association...
Women in Auto Care will once again host its "Women in Auto Care Wednesday” event series at AAPEX this year. View the schedule of events for more information.
July is Right to Repair Awareness month, and the Auto Care Association is sharing how individuals can take action this summer by making their voices heard in Washington.
The Auto Care Association has released the 2024 Auto Care Factbook, which includes insight on how the auto care industry continues to thrive amidst disruption. The automotive ...
Eight more members of congress have signed on to co-sponsor the REPAIR Act, which will ensure choice, fairness, and safety in the vehicle repair industry.
The position statement sets forth 10 best practice principles to developing a framework for right to repair legislation that any supporting country can use and adapt to their ...
The committees typically meet two times per year in conjunction with Auto Care Association Leadership Days in the spring and fall. The deadline to apply is Nov. 30.
Hughes will lead the association’s efforts to evolve community engagement among its members while also serving as the liaison between the association and its Aftermarket Warehouse...
The program will match U.S. exhibitors with international buyers based on their products of interest and will schedule one-on-one meetings Nov. 1-2 at the Venetian Expo.
The Auto Care Association recently announced the winners of its annual awards recognizing excellence within the industry through education, innovation, and future leadership. ...
Auto Care Association announced it has added three new economic and industry indicators to its interactive data platform, TrendLens, to bring additional insight to automotive ...
As the industry awaits the long-anticipated decision on the Right to Repair court case in Massachusetts, the auto care industry continues the fight for safe and secure access ...
The new online course provides the necessary skills auto care industry professionals need to use industry data standards that speak the same technical language as their customers...
The Aftermarket Catalog Exchange Standard (ACES) and Product Information Exchange Standard (PIES) have been extended to cover countries across the Americas with the newly launched...
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and the Auto Care Association release new joint report providing forecast and analysis of EV technology's impact on the...
The trial has begun in federal court to hear the challenge brought by the vehicle manufacturers against the voters of Massachusetts on the data access law.
The Auto Care Association today released its award-winning and industry-leading online publications, the 2022 Auto Care Factbook and the 2022 Auto Care Factbook & Lang Annual....
Total United States light duty automotive aftermarket sales are forecasted to increase 11.2 percent in 2021, totaling $325 billion, according to the “2021 Joint Channel Forecast...
The Auto Care Association today announced the latest recipients of the prestigious World Class Technician award, in partnership with the National Institute for Automotive Service...
HDDA: Heavy Duty announced 20 product categories will be available in the heavy duty expansion of the Product Information Exchange Standard, known as PIES.
Automotive repair and maintenance facilities as well as employees who repair and maintain vehicles are considered "essential" during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Your Car. Your Data. Your Choice. is an education initiative created to engage car owners, policymakers, and other stakeholders on car data – what it is, why it matters, and its...
Subject matter experts from the manufacturer, distributor and data service provider sectors for the heavy duty aftermarket will be involved with defining the attributes for 20...
Donations made to the University of the Aftermarket Foundation in the former president and CEO's memory will be used to fund scholarships and industry educational initiatives....
In addition to standardized product information, the organization plans to address needs of the heavy duty independent aftermarket with the introduction of a strategic plan.
The BAT, which would impose a new 20 percent tax on imported goods and services, would result in a $20 billion per year tax increase on automotive parts.
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) is offering a scholarship of $6,250 to one deserving young auto care professional to attend the University of the Aftermarket’s 2017-2018...
Auto Care Careers on Campus will provide the tools and resources necessary to conduct on-campus events, whether in the classroom or as part of a career fair.
"The Auto Care Careers recruitment guide can help identify ways to facilitate the hiring process through communication, recruitment and retention tactics," said Bill Hanvey, president...
During the hearing, members of the committee showed general support for the advancement of self-driving cars, but also stressed to automakers and other stakeholders the importance...
AAP is running a campaign to mobilize consumers and show lawmakers that a discriminatory tax on imports will result in their constituents paying higher prices for everyday items...
This program provides financial support for students pursuing internships across the country who wish to gain valuable, real-world experience in a variety of auto care businesses...
The Auto Care Association will host the 2017 Auto Care Legislative Summit in Washington, D.C., Oct. 3-4, featuring Bob Woodward, two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and...
The study indicates that there is an opportunity to create a “superset” of data that will streamline product information communication for an industry currently using multiple...
The four winners were selected by the Auto Care Association Marketing and Communications Committee during their recent meeting at Fall Leadership Days in Washington, D.C. The ...
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) of the Auto Care Association is hosting the third annual YANG@AAPEX Program during the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), Wednesday...
Four students will receive scholarships of $2,500 to contribute to the costs of round-trip travel from their permanent address to the internship location, lodging, utilities and...
The Auto Care Association and IHS Automotive, a source of information and insight into critical areas that shape the automotive aftermarket, have partnered to present a new Industry...
Aaron Lowe, senior vice president, regulatory and government affairs, Auto Care Association, participated in a series of roundtables produced by the U.S. Copyright Office in Washington...
YANG brings together inspired and engaged young professionals (under the age of 40) from all sectors of the auto care industry to build networks that foster relationships for ...
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) of the Auto Care Association is hosting three regional meet-ups for young auto care professionals in California, Florida and Washington...
Leadership 2.0 is a post-graduate style leadership and business skills education program designed to promote the development of the next generation of auto care leaders.
The Auto Care Career and Education Award (ACE) honors auto care companies that continually provide the culture for and facilitation of employee career development, and invest ...
The Rhode Island House Legislature is considering legislation (HB 7711) that would require car companies to provide car owners with the ability to control where information transmitted...
The Auto Care Association contracted with Pricedex Software, Inc. to conduct a comprehensive research project to define the heavy duty parts data process by leveraging their expertise...
The Auto Care Association and National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) work together to recognize these professional technicians who have tested and obtained...
Ten young industry professionals will receive $1,100 scholarships to attend the Auto Care Association Spring Leadership Days, May 5 to 7 at the Hyatt Regency in Bonita Springs...
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) and the Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA), have announced the 2016 Auto Care Association Next Step Program honorees...
The YANG Legislative Conference will provide an opportunity for young auto care professionals to learn about the auto care industry’s most pressing issues and meet face-to-face...
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) of the Auto Care Association is hosting the 2016 YANG Leadership Conference, May 6-7 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point, Bonita Springs...
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) of the Auto Care Association is hosting a regional meet-up for young auto care professionals in Atlanta on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016.
The Auto Care Association has launched its newly redesigned website, www.autocarecareers.org, to promote the diverse careers and opportunities in the auto care industry.
The landmark MOU will ensure that vehicle owners and independent repair facilities have access to the OEM-controlled service information, tools, and parts that they need to safely...
The Auto Care Association and the Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) announced that applications are now being accepted for the fourth annual Aftermarket Telematics Challenge....
The Auto Care Association ImpactAward: Four for the Future annually honors four aftermarket professionals, age 40 or younger, who have made remarkable contributions within the...
The Auto Care Association formalized its long-standing relationship with Turkey’s Association of Automotive Parts and Components Manufacturers (TAYSAD) on May 29, 2015.
The U.S. automotive aftermarket is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.6 percent through 2018, according to the “2015 Joint Channel Forecast Model” produced...
Of the more than 840,000 automotive technicians working in the United States, 17 outstanding individuals have qualified for the prestigious 2015 World Class Technician Award.
Scholarship recipients were chosen by a selection committee that includes members of AWDA, the Auto Care Association Education Committee and Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG...
The forum, held in Washington, D.C., was attended by policymakers and regulators, automotive-related trade association leaders, business and financial experts and media.
At the inaugural Industry Forum in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, April 29, the Auto Care Association will unveil the first State of the Auto Care Industry Report.
Twelve young industry professionals will receive scholarships of $1,100 to attend the Auto Care Association Spring Leadership Days, scheduled for May 6-8 at the Hyatt Regency ...
Driven by its education committee’s industry career initiative, the association is developing a program to connect transitioning military veterans with jobs in the auto care industry...
The Auto Care Association has released the first in a series of E-Tailing Insights, with details on the expanding trend of e-tailing, the fastest-growing retail sector in the ...
This program will provide financial support for students pursuing internships across the country to gain valuable, real-world education in a variety of auto care industry careers...
The video is a comprehensive overview of the auto care industry, highlighting the variety of career paths within its 500,000 businesses and 4.2 million jobs and features testimonials...
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The Young Auto Care Network Group, in cooperation with the Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association, has teamed up to offer 10 young industry professionals scholarships of...
