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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 Advocacy Fund and ASC Educational Foundation Benefit From Generous Donations at ASCCA Team Weekend SACRAMENTO – The Automotive Services Council of California (ASCCA) today announced that ASCCA Chapter 24 and the California Automotive Teachers Association (CAT) have both made generous donations, totaling $1,600 dollars, to ASCCA’s Advocacy Fund and the ASC Educational Foundation during ASCCA’s Team Weekend meeting in Sacramento. “The ASCCA Advocacy Fund and ASC Educational Foundation help ASCCA achieve two of its most important organizational goals—to increase our influence in the State Capitol and elevate automotive professionalism through increased education,” said ASCCA President Dennis Montalbano. “I’d like to thank the members of Chapter 24 and the California Automotive Teachers Association for their dedication to ASCCA’s Core Purpose of elevating and uniting automotive professionals and giving them voice ... read more

ASCCA Members to Participate in ETI ToolTech 2016 Panel Discussion SACRAMENTO – The Automotive Services Council of California (ASCCA) today announced that some of its members will participate in a panel discussion at Equipment and Tool Institute’s (ETI) 2016 annual ToolTech conference, April 25-28 in Monterey, California. “ASCCA boasts some of the brightest men and women in California’s automotive repair industry, and I’m proud that their expertise is being sought for ETI’s 2016 ToolTech Conference,” said ASCCA President Dennis Montalbano. “ETI puts on a great conference, and I would encourage anyone interested in learning about the latest advances, trends, and technologies in the auto industry to attend.” Read more

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Our industry has seen revolutionary changes before, such as the development of on-board diagnostics in the 1980's. ASCCA was instrumental then in ensuring that the independent shop would have the same ability as the dealer to access and use OBD systems. With the advent of telematics we need to preserve that ability. Your voice, as part of our membership, will help ASCCA to make this technology change a positive one for your business. Click here to learn more

The Winter 2015-16 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: Legislative Report In Memoriam of Jeff Stich News Briefs ASCCA Member of the Month and Member of the Year Summer Conference Recap Team Weekend Recap Countertop Display Contest Winner Click here to read the magazine online.Single page version (for printing)

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Last year, Governor Brown signed into law Assembly Bill 1222, which created new tow truck regulations in an effort to curb “bandit towing,” a term used to describe instances in which cars are towed without the owner’s consent. Most often a result of unauthorized parking, owners are left wondering where their car went, and end up saddled with thousands of dollars in towing and storage fees. Read more

New California Laws for 2016: Every year, hundreds of new laws are enacted that may impact small business, automotive repair shops. Short summary of some measures that will take effect in 2016

Getting your vehicle ready for winter while temperatures are still mild is a proactive approach to preventive maintenance that helps ensure safety, reliability and fewer unexpected repairs when severe winter weather strikes. Whether you do it yourself or take your car to a professional service technician, the non-profit Car Care Council recommends 10 basic maintenance procedures during Fall Car Care Month in October to keep your vehicle operating at its best. Check all fluids, including engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant. Check all fluids, including engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant. Check the hoses and belts to make sure they are not cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear. Check the battery and replace if necessary. Make sure the connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free ... read more

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