ADAS Is Here and Growing … But There Are Headwinds

I attend many industry events every year, and the most-discussed topics and issues facing the aftermarket over the past two years are: Supply Chain Disruptions, Labor/Talent Recruitment & Retention, EVs & the Electrification of Tomorrow’s Vehicles, and Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS). READ MORE  

What Does AAPEX Have to Do with Right to Repair?

By Bill Hanvey, president and CEO, Auto Care Association

As I receive the notification in my inbox for a THIRD delay in a decision regarding the Right to Repair court case the automakers filed against the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, it highlights how important it is for me to share with you what our industry is up against, and what to truly expect in the battle for maintenance and repair data.

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AAPEX Shapes and Strengthens Our Collective Future Success

By Bill Long, president & CEO, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA)

I’ve lost count of the number of years I’ve attended the show, going back to the days at McCormick Place in Chicago. 

But what is clear is the significant transformation of AAPEX that I’ve seen over the years… READ MORE  

Drivers Deserve the Decision on Where to Repair Their Vehicles – You Can Help Ensure It

By Aaron Lowe, AAP, senior vice president, Regulatory and Government Affairs, Auto Care Association

Up until recently, anyone wanting to repair a vehicle would simply plug into the vehicle’s on-board diagnostic port, located under the steering wheel, and download the fault codes from the in-vehicle modules. Armed with that diagnostic… READ MORE  

Young Leaders: The Building Blocks of the Future

By Ben Brucato, senior director of Engagement, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA)

Essential, resilient, adaptable and innovative are just a few of the terms used over the past 18 months to describe the automotive aftermarket industry. Thanks to hard working, dedicated and highly capable individuals, the industry has made it… READ MORE  

Why the Automotive Aftermarket is Bouncing Back Already

The U.S. automotive aftermarket had its ups and downs last year, but 2021 is once again proving that the aftermarket is resilient. Aftermarket suppliers report that the first quarter had strong sales and are optimistic about the rest of the year. AASA believes that economic conditions and the fundamental drivers of the aftermarket will support the market throughout 2021, though risks are present (and not just from the pandemic). READ MORE  

The Aftermarket Can Take Advantage of Vehicle Data

By Chris Gardner, senior vice president, AASA

We sure have heard a lot about telematics and connected vehicles over the past few years – and for good reason. The penetration, spread and utilization of these technologies is headed our way quickly, so it only makes sense to prepare for… READ MORE  

From Training and Demos to New Products and Connections

By Liz Goad, director, Events and Meetings, AASA

This year has been. . .well, it’s been a year. Usually, this is the time of year we are finalizing preparations for the AAPEX Show in Las Vegas. We are getting ready to see all our industry friends, celebrate the year’s accomplishments,… READ MORE  

Don’t Miss the Opportunity to Discover the Value of Remanufactured Parts at the Virtual AAPEX Experience

By John Chalifoux, president & chief operating officer, MERA – The Association for Sustainable Manufacturing

“Whether you think you can, or whether you think you can’t, you’re right.”

Those powerful words were first spoken by Henry Ford, the founder of Ford Motor Company. He is also the person known for… READ MORE