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Get Involved! Join the 2025 ASCCA Board of Directors The ASCCA is pleased to call for nominations for seats open on the 2024 Board of Directors. Participation on the ASCCA Board of Directors is a unique opportunity for automotive repair professionals to help guide the state's largest organization of independent auto shop owners in shaping the future of the industry and building a stronger industry. Board participation is a chance to grow personally and professionally, and to develop skills, experience and connections with a team of other passionate and motivated professionals. Download the nomination application HERE!

ASCCA recently announced its newest corporate sponsorship with Shop-Ware Inc., an innovative company that delivers cutting-edge shop management software. The shop management software promotes business wellness and maximizes productivity by casting traditional best practices in paperless, cloud-based applications. Founder Carolyn Coquillette, an ASCCA member and owner of Luscious Garage in San Francisco, is assisted by Chip Keen, former owner of Hansville Repair and founder/developer of Garage Operator. Check out their shop management software that meets cutting-edge web technology by visiting www.shop-ware.com. As a member benefit, all ASCCA members would receive their PRO plan at the SMS price for the first 6 months, saving you $900! Don't let this special offer pass you by. ASCCA Chapter 48 representative Rocky Khamenian had this to say about Shop-Ware: "Carolyn is a fellow shop owner and industry advocat ... read more

ASCCA President Dennis Montalbano from German Auto Repair was interviewed on the Remarkable Results Podcast. Listen here

The State Legislative Bill Report details various bills that ASCCA is tracking. If you have any questions please contact ASCCA at [email protected]Bill Report July 2016

The Summer 2016 issue of ASCCA's quarterly magazine, The California Independent is out for your viewing pleasure! Feel free to share the link below with your colleagues or anyone you think might be interested in ASCCA. Contents Include: President’s Message Legislative Report Automotive Aftermarket Summit Recap Countertop Display Contest Update BAR BAG Report Judging the Success or Failure of Shop Marketing Click here to read the magazine online. Single page version (for printing)

ASCCA and ESi have partnered together to offer two exclusive classes where the entire registration fee will go directly to supporting the ASCCA! ESi Southern California Training for ASCCA Members By the Numbers: A compilation of all of our best "numbers" classes ending with our popular "Profit Structuring Class". This class is a MUST for every owner / manager as it teaches you how to run your business through the numbers. ​9am - 5pm September 24, 2016 Click here to download the event flyer Click here to register ESi Northern California Training for ASCCA Members Service Advisor Sales Training ​9am - 5pm October 15, 2016 Click here to dow ... read more

The ASCCA is pleased to call for nominations for the 7 seats open for the 2017 Board of Directors. Participation on the ASCCA Board of Directors is a unique opportunity for automotive repair professionals to help guide the state's largest organization of independent auto shop owners in shaping the future of the industry and building a stronger industry. Board participation is a chance to grow personally and professionally, and to develop skills, experience and connections with a team of other passionate and motivated professionals. Applications are due July 1. Click here for the nomination ballot

SACRAMENTO- The Automotive Service Councils of California is proud to announce its most recent corporate sponsorship with Shop-Ware Inc., an innovative company that delivers cutting-edge shop management software. The shop management software promotes business wellness and maximizes productivity by casting traditional best practices in a paperless, cloud-based applications. Founder Carolyn Coquillette, an ASCCA member and owner of Luscious Garage in San Francisco, is assisted by Chip Keen, former owner of Hansville Repair and founder/developer of Garage Operator. Click here to read the full press release

CAWA is asking members of the auto care industry in California to share instances of new car dealers or manufacturers denying warranty coverage simply due to the use of a non-original equipment part or service | Survey Link.

Probably the most important issue in the automotive industry today, telematics, is something you need to understand. See the enclosed "white-paper" (here) which describes telematic systems and the possibilities with the data derived from this system. You should also know that CAWA and the Auto Care Association have developed a "white- board" that explains telematics in its simplest form (and was financially sponsored by Vantage Marketing Global, Inc.)

HR 360 is free to any member who wishes to use it. The program is offered via CoreMark, our ASCCA endorsed health benefits provider. In order to access this free benefit, ASCCA members need to contact Mat Nabity directly: Mat Nabity 916-286-0918 [email protected]Click here to view the flyer with more information.