Digital Marketing, Waterborne, OEM Procedures and Standards Highlight NORTHEAST 2012 Seminars
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) has announced the educational seminar slate for its 35th annual NORTHEAST 2012 Automotive Services Show, with presentations and demos that touch upon almost every topic trending daily in the industry. NORTHEAST 2012 takes place March 9, 10 and 11 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center of Secaucus, N.J.

AASP-MN Annual Meeting and Convention Announced
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) announced its Annual Meeting and Convention will be held April 12 and 13.
ASRW Issues Call for Presentations for 2012 Conference Program
Comprised of the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) and the Congress of Automotive Repair & Service (CARS), ASRW is scheduled for Oct. 10-13 at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, La.
NORTHEAST 2012 Countdown Highlights Exhibitors on Social Networks
The Northeast’s largest automotive repair show takes place March 9, 10 and 11, 2012 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center of Secaucus, N.J.
AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST 2012 Online Pre-Registration Open
Online pre-registration for the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey’s (AASP/NJ) NORTHEAST 2012 went live on Jan. 1 in anticipation of the association’s 35th anniversary of their signature event. Registrants can sign up for the Northeast’s largest automotive repair show here. Pre-registration is FREE (on-site registration the weekend of the show is $10

3M Automotive Aftermarket Unveils ‘Chip Foose After Hours’ All Access Tour at 2011 SEMA Show
Want to join famed car designer and world renowned customizer Chip Foose on a unique backstage tour of the 2011 SEMA show and watch him put pen to paper to bring 3M’s century of innovation to life with an illustrated history of the automotive industry featuring the evolution of 3M products? You can, from the
Spray Finishing Training Sponsored by DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College
DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College have teamed up to present a Spray Finishing Technology Workshop. This three-day intensive training program is scheduled for May 16-18 in Toledo, Ohio. Classes meet from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and include both classroom and hands-on sessions. Two Continuing Education Units are awarded. Attendees should be
AASP/NJ Announces First-Ever ‘NORTHEAST Exhibitor Boot Camp’ Seminar
Throughout its 35-year history, the NORTHEAST Automotive Services Show has been a venue where repairers and exhibitors come together to better themselves and the industry. In keeping with this trend, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) recently announced that, in preparation for the 2012 installment of their flagship event, the association
NABC to Host Membership Appreciation Reception on the Eve of the Annual Golf Outing
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) will hold its membership appreciation reception on Tuesday, Jan. 10 at 6 p.m. The reception is being held in the Tapestry room in the Palm Springs Hilton. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be available. This reception is being held for the members as a thank you for their dedication
A-Plus Network Vision Group Holds Conference in Florida
The Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes A-Plus Network recently held its annual Vision Group Conference at the Naples Grand Beach Resort in Naples, Fla. The conference provided the more than 80 leading collision shop owners and managers with world-class training, top industry speakers and group breakout sessions, all with a focus on succeeding and growing
Northern Michigan Body Shop Association Presents Mike Anderson at January Event
The Northern Michigan Body Shop Association will present well-known industry speaker Mike Anderson at its January meeting. Anderson will present "Educate, Not Alienate" and "Understanding Continuous Improvement." More about Anderson: Nationally recognized speaker, consultant, and contributor to trade journals Programs consistently rated as having “exceeded attendees expectations” Founder of “Collisionadvice.com” Owned/Operated
Check Out Chip Foose’ Illustration of Automotive History
Do you love the automotive stylings of legendary car designer Chip Foose? Check out a preview of his illustration of the history of the auto industry on YouTube courtesy of 3M. 3M says the full-length version is coming soon to the 3M Collision Facebook page.