Automotive industry trade associations have joined to oppose legislation House Bill 451 in Missouri aimed at eliminating that state’s premier vehicle safety inspection program.

Former Automotive Service Association (ASA) president Dan Risley has filed a lawsuit against the ASA and one of its former board members, Ed Cushman.

The affiliate’s executive director will be Stephen Regan. Regan has been involved in the collision and mechanical repair community since 1999. He has an impressive record of working in the best interests of our combined industry in Massachusetts, New England and nationally.

The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announed the 2018 Annual Business Meeting & Conference will take place from May 2-6, in Orlando, Fla.

The Advanced Technology & Diagnostic Repair Forum will focus on ADAS and the connected car that is redefining the scope of a proper repair after the vehicle was involved in an accident.

VIEWPOINT: As many anticipate great change in the industry due to a number of separate legal efforts, Bob Redding of the Automotive Service Association preaches patience