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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!

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ATI Spotlight date: March, 2019 The ASCCA Revenue and Benefits Committee is proud to announce that it has selected the Automotive Training Institute (ATI) as ASCCA’s March Partner of the Month. Each month, an ASCCA partner is recognized for their outstanding support of ASCCA, its members, the automotive repair industry, and their commitment to going above and beyond to support ASCCA’s Core Purpose: To elevate and unite automotive professionals and give them voice. Since 1980, ATI has been helping independent auto repair and collision repair shop owners improve their businesses and their lives, with proven, measurable, and field-tested strategies and practices. Through their hard work, ATI has grown into the leading coaching and consulting automotive management company in the world, with more than 1,300 active members who represent the best shops in the US and Canada. When asked how ATI’s partnership with ASCCA has benefited their busine ... read more

SACRAMENTO – The Automotive Service Councils of California is proud to announce its most recent corporate partnership with California Employer’s Services (C.E.S) who are experts on Cal-OSHA and California Labor Law. “The California Employer’s Services has had a long working relationship with ASCCA, so we are excited to finally become a Corporate Partner,” said David Fischer, C.E.S. owner. “We look forward to this new venture and are here to provide important resources to ensure that automotive repair shops stay in compliance.”  Click here to read the full press release p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; min-height: 15.0px} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.5px 'Times New Roman'} span.s1 {font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman

SACRAMENTO – The Automotive Service Councils of California is proud to announce its most recent corporate partnership with Mudlick Marketing, a Multi-Channel Marketing Platform where clients have access to powerful direct mail and digital services to help grow their business. “Mudlick Marketing is proud to partner with the ASCCA and support the organization’s efforts to provide vital resources to California’s automotive repair industry,” said Tim Ross, Mudlick Marketing CEO. "Through its work, the ASCCA ensures that automotive repair professionals are well-represented, well-educated and well-informed." Click here to read the full press release p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; min-height: 15.0px} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.5px 'Times New Roman'} span.s1 {font ... read more

RepairPal Spotlight date: February, 2019 The ASCCA Revenue and Benefits Committee is proud to announce that it has selected RepairPal as ASCCA’s February Partner of the Month. Each month, an ASCCA partner is recognized for their outstanding support of ASCCA, its members, the automotive repair industry, and their commitment to going above and beyond to support ASCCA’s Core Purpose: To elevate and unite automotive professionals and give them voice. RepairPal connects consumers with the best auto repair shops through their website. They send many of these customers to RepairPal Certified Shops, knowing these shops will give them a superb car care experience marked by transparency. When asked how RepairPal’s partnership with ASCCA has benefited their business, VP of Industry Advocacy and Sales, Jill Trotta, replied, “We enjoy the interaction and insights we get by working with shop owners. It’s helpful to be involved, so we sta ... read more

Dear ASCCA Members, The Connected Car Committee is proud to offer its latest digest of news, industry happenings, and recap from our past Connected Car training at the September Team Weekend. This digest also kicks off our efforts in Cybersecurity guidance.  Stay tuned for more on Cybersecurity and overarching best practices for Connected Cars throughout the year. Keep your eyes peeled for the **ASCCA member survey** coming soon, to give your input on Connected issues.  Your feedback will direct our committee objectives to make sure we are meeting your needs! If you have any other feedback, please email us at [email protected] Carolyn Coquillette Committee Chair Latest NewsPublic Hostility to Waymo Arizona was the site of a pedestrian fatality due to a self-driving car collision in 2018.  Public hostility to self-driving vehicles has grown, specifically with residents of Arizona neighborhoods where Waymo tests ... read more

The ASCCA has established a fund to enhance our advocacy with the state legislature (e.g., legislative advocate's travel, ASCCA's annual legislative day lobbying, Government Affairs Committee initiatives). A special thank you to Mitch Mendenhall who coordinated the following donations from Chapter 24, as well as multiple donations made in honor of Jeff Stich. Thank you to the following donors to the ASCCA Legislative Advocacy Fund. Your contributions have already made a difference! 12/17/14 12/19/14 1/13/15 2/15/15 2/16/15 2/23/15 3/31/15 4/2/15 4/2/15 4/7/15 4/9/15 4/13/15 4/13/15 4/14/15 4/14/15 4/15/15 5/4/15 6/12/15 7/17/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 9/26/15 10/14/15 11/12/15 3/21/16 11/11/15 ... read more

Shop-Ware Spotlight date: January, 2019 The ASCCA Revenue and Benefits Committee is proud to announce that it has selected Shop-Ware as ASCCA’s January Partner of the Month. Each month, an ASCCA partner is recognized for their outstanding support of ASCCA, its members, the automotive repair industry, and their commitment to going above and beyond to support ASCCA’s Core Purpose: To elevate and unite automotive professionals and give them voice. Shop-Ware became a Corporate Partner in 2016 and is 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 application. When asked how Shop-Ware’s partnership with ASCCA has benefited their business, Vice President Matt Ellinwood, replied, “Partnering with the ASCCA gives us the opportunity to be close to the highest-quality Cali ... read more

autotext.me Spotlight date: December, 2018 The ASCCA Revenue and Benefits Committee is proud to announce that it has selected autotext.me as ASCCA’s December Partner of the Month. Each month, an ASCCA partner is recognized for their outstanding support of ASCCA, its members, the automotive repair industry, and their commitment to going above and beyond to support ASCCA’s Core Purpose: To elevate and unite automotive professionals and give them voice. Because autotext.me is created and developed by a shop owner, they are uniquely positioned to understand and identify the needs and challenges facing owners and shops today.  autotext.me is a cloud-based tool delivering simple, digital solutions for workflow management, communication, vehicle inspections, work orders, quality control, and customer rewards and referrals.  autotext.me integrates with a variety of shop management systems and focuses on streamlining everyday processes, resulting ... read more

ASCCA Members - Don't miss these upcoming Worldpac Training Institute Courses! Click here to view a full list of remaining 2018 courses