During the summit, Auto Care members from across the country will meet with their members of Congress to discuss the independent aftermarket and its most critical policy priorities, including the right to access vehicle data.
According to a report in the Daily Hampshire Gazette, supporters of the initiative petition say it would “update” a state law that requires car manufacturers to share diagnostic and repair information with vehicle owners and independent repair shops.
On Tuesday, July 16, Aaron Lowe, senior vice president, regulatory and government affairs for the Auto Care Association, testified before the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) during a public workshop on policies and research related to manufacturers limiting third-party repairs.
This board is effective as of July 1, 2019.
The Joint Channel Forecast Model produced by AASA and the Auto Care Association predicts sales will total $338 billion through 2022.
The Auto Care Association released the newest edition of its online publication, the Auto Care Factbook 2020 and the Auto Care Factbook Plus Lang Annual 2020.
Hanvey voiced the association’s support for the Trump administration’s efforts to address China’s unfair trade policies but warned the administration of the negative impact tariffs are having on the industry’s supply chain.
Auto Care Association Director of State Affairs Tom Tucker addressed nearly 400 Alliance members and channel partners at the Sheraton New Orleans on June 4, to discuss the industry’s political status.
The conference will take place Aug. 7-8 at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center.
Hanvey’s commentary published recently by The New York Times explores vehicle data collection and consumer privacy.
Award recipients will be honored at the Women in Auto Care press conference and reception during the 2019 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), taking place Nov. 5-7 in Las Vegas.
“While the Auto Care Association supports the Trump administration’s efforts to address China’s unfair trade practices and is encouraged by recent progress made through trade talks, we oppose the use of tariffs as a negotiating strategy,” Auto Care Association President and CEO Bill Hanvey wrote.
