University of the Aftermarket Elects New Chairman, Officers
Veteran aftermarket industry executive Roger McCollum will serve as chairman of the foundation.
Association News
Association news from the week of July 10.
Automotive Aftermarket Industry Outperforms Expectations in 2022
The automotive aftermarket grew 9.7% in 2022, outperforming expectations (previously forecast at 8.5%).
Light Vehicle Average Age Hits Record High
This is the sixth straight year of increase in the average vehicle age of the U.S. fleet, according to S&P Global Mobility.
Eight New Bipartisan Co-Sponsors Sign On to Support REPAIR Act
The CAR Coalition, MEMA Aftermarket, Auto Care Association and SEMA are applauding a new group of bipartisan cosponsors of the REPAIR Act (H.R. 906).
Bipartisan Right to Repair Legislation Reintroduced in Congress
The CAR Coalition states that the legislation will ensure the preservation of consumer choice, a fair marketplace and the continued safe operation of the nation’s 292 million registered passenger and commercial motor vehicles.
AAPEX Student Sponsorship Program Attracts New Talent
The program provides students with a complimentary package to attend the AAPEX Show Nov. 1-3 in Las Vegas.
The Road to AAPEX Starts Here
Can a 33-year-old Cadillac make it to Las Vegas?
Former Collision Tech Hangs Hopes on New and Improved ThumbGun
Ten years after first inventing the ThumbGun, Robert Greer enhanced the tool’s design and won the 2021 SEMA Global Media Award.
Associations Issue Statement on U.S.-Canada Border Disruptions
The current border disruptions are adding additional strain to the automotive supply chain.