Auto Care Association Identifies Alibaba as Notorious Market for Counterfeit Auto Parts
The Auto Care Association submitted the comments to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in response to member complaints regarding the proliferation of online supply chains based in China that allow the online distribution of counterfeit parts.
Technical: Plastic Repair – Are You Getting Your Money’s Worth?
To get your money’s worth on plastic repairs, you need to communicate your goals and train to maintain consistency and quality.
Auto Care Association Testifies in Support of New Jersey Vehicle Warranty Parts Notification Legislation
Aaron Lowe of the Auto Care Association described the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (MMWA), which contains anti-tying provisions that are some of the strongest regulations protecting consumers.
Detroit High School Students Build 1965 Ford Daytona Coupe from 1,000 Parts
Here’s a high school project that most collision repairers would’ve loved to tackle: assembling a 1965 Ford Daytona Coupe from 1,000 parts.
Ask the Expert: How to Deal with Defective Parts
The insurer wants us to return defective parts that we warned them from the beginning may not fit as good as the originals. Are we obligated to do this?
NSF International and China Ping An Property & Casualty Announce First NSF Certified Automotive Replacement Parts for China Market
The first certified aftermarket automotive parts released by China Ping An include four types of bumpers, 14 types of fenders and four types of hoods, which are produced by Tong Yang and Gordon Auto Body Parts.
Volkswagen Launches New Mechanical Parts Program to be Powered Exclusively By RepairLink
Volkswagen dealers can now streamline their parts procurement process and increase sales of genuine Volkswagen parts in the U.S.
New York: Bill Would Forbid Insurers from Specifying Aftermarket Collision Repair Parts on Newer Vehicles
The New York State Assembly is considering a bill that would require body shops to use new OEM repair parts on collision-damaged vehicles that are three years old and under.
Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association Opposes West Virginia Parts Bill
The association believes that West Virginia Senate Bill (SB) 544 would reduce consumer protections related to collision repair parts.
Hyundai Expands Campaign to Educate Customers on Counterfeit Auto Parts
The campaign is aimed at warning American drivers of the risks involved when using counterfeit automotive parts.
