Upcoming Events

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Registration is now open!! CTE Training Event & Expo 2024

May 3rd - 4th, 2024

Bringing The Collision Industry To A Higher Level Of Excellence

Expo Highlights:

Get inspired, get motivated and get informed - this is your chance to experience:

Industry-leading trainers and benefit from the latest training classes specifically for the collision industry

Browse exhibits and hands-on demos from companies ranging from all aspects of the collision industry

Enjoy great networking opportunities! 

The All-Inclusive package includes all of the following:

• Choice of two classes offered on Friday, and one on Saturday, followed by and owners/managers roundtable on Saturday
• Access to Expo - from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
• Lunch provided

www.ctetrainingexpo.com | Registration Opening Soon!

Save The Date: 2024's Summer Retreat

Don't forget to save the date for NWACA 2024's summer retreat, June 20th - June 23rd at the Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort.

This Summer Retreat is all about the 80's. Grab your fanny pack and dust off your leg warmers. This is the neon event of the summer.

Experience a blend of networking opportunities, educational seminars, and fun events at the only waterfront casino property in Puget Sound.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Educational News

Interested in becoming a Training Agent for our iTAC Apprenticeship Program? You should be!

It’s free to sign up as a training agent and there are no costs until you have an apprentice in your shop working.

Just click on the link below to fill out the form to apply to become a Training Agent with iTAC.

Interested and want more information - email us at: itac@nwautocare.org

New Member News

Please help us in welcoming our newest Members to the NWACA Family!

American Auto Air & Repair

Owner: Tom Rankin

795 East Moana Lane

Reno, NV 89502

(775) 826-6050

Automotion Service and Repair

Owner: Shana (Slan) Taylor

225 Telegraph Street

Reno, NW 89502

(775) 284-9444

Fleury's Lynnwood Collision

Owner: Lyndsey Peters

6326 196th Street SW

Lynnwood, WA 98036

(425) 697-4322

Fleurys.Lynnwood@outlook.com

Nonstop Auto LLC

Owner: Edgar Gonzalez

816 E 4th Street

Reno, NW 89512

(775) 507-3200

New Associate Member News

Please help us in welcoming our newest Associate Members to the NWACA Family!

Motive Energy

Owner: Robert Dexter

10 Greg Street, #114

Sparks NV, 89431

(775) 203-7311

Tire Base Inc.

Owner: Robert Dexter

10 Greg Street, #114

Sparks NV, 89431

(775) 203-7311

Women's History Month

In honor of Women's History Month, we're thrilled to shine a spotlight on the incredible women who have made—and continue to make—remarkable contributions to our organization and beyond.

As we reflect on the countless ways women have enriched our lives and uplifted our spirits, let's take a moment to recognize and celebrate their unwavering dedication, strength, and unwavering commitment to positive change.

Join us in honoring the women who have made an indelible mark on our organization and society.

Kandie Jennings-Molloy

Tom's Automotive Services

3616 SW Oregon Street

Seattle, WA 98126

(206) 937-1144

http://www.tomsautomotive.com

Vicki Doherty with Sandy, Service Advisor and Michelle Service Advisor

BJ's Automotive LLC

6624 Evergreen Way

Everett, WA 98203

(425) 319-3592

https://bjsautomotive.com/

Vicki Doherty with Sara her GM, Katie, Service Advisor, Kiera, Service Advisor

M & N Absolute Auto Repair

10011 3rd Ave SE Suite D

Everett, WA 98208

(425) 438-8600

https://www.mnabsoluteautorepair.com/

Kevena Zimmerman with Barbara her Service Advisor

Bob's Lil' Car Hospital

1508 West Side Hwy

Kelso, WA 98626

(360) 577-1187

http://www.bobslilcar.com

Nita Harksell with Allie her Service Advisor

Pete's Auto Repair

6209 Portal Way

Ferndale, WA 98248

(360) 380-2277

http://petesautorepair.net

Penelope Ortega

Sound Auto Care

18451 Des Moines Memorial Dr A

Seatac, WA 98148

(206) 246-3888

http://www.soundautocare.com/

We would love to highlight your shop in our next dateline. Please send a photo of the women of your shop!!

Collision News

April 2024 Collision Corner

By Micah Strom

• NWACA has been invited to participate in the CIC conference

• Mitchell International said the company’s cloud estimating system

• The Collision Industry Conference (CIC) committee shared examples of 26 vehicles for which significant repair problems

Tire Dealer News

Discount Tire Acquires Suburban Tire Auto Repair Centers



Discount Tire is pushing into the Chicago, Ill., market with the acquisition of Suburban Tire Auto Repair Centers.

WTD Plans for 'Substantial Growth'

Los Angeles, Calif.-based Wholesale Tire Distributors (WTD) has ambitious plans to expand beyond its current distribution footprint.

Washington Retail News

Inside Washington Retail

• Governor signs bill cracking down on catalytic converter theft
• Governor Inslee signs SB 5838 establishing AI Task Force with retail industry representation
• Washington State’s workers’ comp costs soar

Want to stay in the loop??

If you would like to receive info on our upcoming monthly Lunch & Learns, Chapter Meetings, and Training opportunities that are available, please send us an email.

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We would love to feature you in our Dateline!!

Do you have an important event, a shop expansion, a fantastic employee, or a new addition to your family, please send it our way.

We want to know!



Please check regularly on our website (www.nwautocare.org) 

and our Facebook page (www.facebook.com) for updates.

Contact Information for Northwest Auto Care Alliance

Brenda Wolslegel, Executive Director -(253) 653-2334 - brenda@nwautocare.org

JoAnna Sohnrey, Project Coordinator - (253) 67-NWACA - joanna@nwautocare.org

Robert Stickroth, iTAC Coordinator - (253) 606-ITAC - iTAC@nwautocare.org

Pamela Meyer, Membership Support Specialist - (208) 964-1605 pamela@nwautocare.org

Danica Hickok, Part-time Bookkeeper - (253) 67-NWACA - admin@nwautocare.org

NWACA Board of Directors:

Kandie Jennings-Molloy, President- Contact Kandie

Mark Simons, Immediate Past President - Contact Mark

Mike Hall, President Elect- Contact Mike

Todd Ainsworth, Treasurer- Contact Todd

Micah Strom, Secretary & Collision Chair- Contact Micah

Lucas Filley, Mechanical Chair- Contact Lucas

Dan DeBusk, Associate Chair- Contact Dan

Ed Tuck III, Tire Dealers Chair - Contact Ed

Ryan Weld, Tire Dealers Chair - Contact Ryan

Richie del Puerto, Education Chair - Contact Richie

Northwest Auto Care Alliance | (253) 67-NWACA | Website