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Auto Care Association Launches Emerging Technologies Committee
The Auto Care Association has announced the formation of the Emerging Technologies Committee – a new standing committee comprised of staff, member volunteers and external stakeholders who will spearhead research and development for vehicle network interfaces, vehicle connectivity and connected aftermarket devices, all on behalf of the independent auto care industry. “Wireless technology and data
Women In Auto Care Announces Date For 2018 Winter Leadership Conference
Women in Auto Care (formerly Car Care Council Women’s Board) has announced the date for its 2018 Winter Leadership Conference. The day and a half conference will be held Jan. 31 – Feb. 1, 2018, at The Scottsdale Plaza Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. “Women in Auto Care had a very successful conference in Nashville this
AAPEX Taps Experts To Discuss Impact Of Technology On Auto Repair
Several AAPEX programs will address and spotlight automotive technology, including the new Mobility Park, the new Technology Intersection, AAPEXedu sessions, Let’s Tech presentations and a Service Professionals Summit.
Proposed Border Tax Draws Scrutiny From the Auto Care Industry
Amid the around-the-clock flurry of political coverage churning out outrage and indignation at every turn, you’d be forgiven for missing the particulars about the current tax reform proposal being crafted by U.S. House Republicans. One component of this proposal is the Border Adjustment Tax (BAT), which would drop the corporate tax rate from 35 percent
Autonomous Vehicles: Changes Are Coming
With every passing year, there are fewer cars and trucks needing throttle cables, distributor caps and spark plug wires. Even if we have lost these service opportunities, we have gained twice as many in the past two decades.
AAPEXedu Adds New Partners To Expand Program
For the first time, Northwood University will offer sessions as part of the AAPEXedu, while the Automotive Service Association (ASA) and AVI will provide technical training sessions.
Mitchell 1’s Ben Johnson To Present Industry Trends Session During 2017 ToolTech
Ben Johnson, director of product management for Mitchell 1, will present a session on “Industry Trends,” as well as moderate a panel discussion on emerging technologies, during Equipment & Tool Institute’s (ETI) ToolTech conference on Wednesday, April 26, in New Orleans.
AAPEX 2016 To Launch ‘Let’s Tech’ Sessions
“Let’s Tech” will make its debut at AAPEX 2016 with several 20-minute or less presentations to quickly bring attendees up to speed on the latest technology in the automotive aftermarket industry.
Auto Care Association And IHS Markit Announce Second Webinar In Industry Analysis Webinar Series
The Auto Care Association and IHS Markit have announced the second webinar in an Industry Analysis Webinar Series, featuring experts on key issues currently facing the industry. The second webinar, “The Connected Car 2016 – Electronics and Software Impacting the Service Car Industry,” will be presented by Colin Bird, IHS senior automotive analyst, IHS Markit,