ASCCA What You Need To Know February 28, 2017
February Team Weekend Recap
This weekend, ASCCA members gathered in Sacramento for their inaugural Team Weekend of 2017, under the leadership of President Dave Kusa, who kicked off the weekend by welcoming members to Sacramento and expressing his excitement for the year ahead.
Click here to read the recap.
State Legislative Bill Report - February 22
Below is the updated Bill Report dated Februaru 22, 2017 from Jack Molodanof.
Read the bill report.
Chapter 26 Automotive Extravaganza Trade Show - March 2
ASCCA Chapter 26 is having their annual Trade Show on March 2, 5:00pm to 8:30pm, in Visalia at the Lamp Liter Inn.
Admission is free, d inner tickets are $10  (includes dinner and iced tea), there will be a n o host bar, and a ll guests are entered
into raffle prize drawings. Contact 559-688-5721 for more information.
Click here to view the flyer.
Automotive Aftermarket Industry 2017 Legislative Fly-In
On April 25, 2017, join the Automotive Aftermarket Industry For A Day at the Capitol!
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry is joining together for a Legislative Fly-In! Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with othersin the industry.  Please don't delay, space is limited! Reservations will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Past speakers have included: Chief, Bureau of Automotive Repair; Governor's Small BusinessAdvocate; Governor's Economic Adviser; Chair, Select Committee on Career Technical Education & Workforce Development; Author AB2289 (Smog Check); Chair, Senate Transportation & Housing Committee.
Click here to read more and register
ASCCA's February Member of the Month - Bill Paterson 
The ASCCA Membership Committee is proud to announce that it has selected Bill Paterson of Sal Auto as the ASCCA Member of the Month for February 2017. Each month, an ASCCA member is recognized for going above and beyond to support ASCCA's Core Purpose: To elevate and unite automotive professionals and give them voice.  
Featured Remarkable Results Radio Podcast - Gary Sharits
Gary Sharits was honored as the Repair Pal / ASE Master Automobile Technician of the Year 2016.
Gary grew up on an orange grove and learned a lot about fixin' things. He went to college for electronics and couldn't find a job in that field.
Gary found a job as a 'mechanics helper' in the used car get ready department that shifted to a full time new car get ready technician for the same Chevrolet dealership. His electronics background helped him understand GM's new 3C electronic systems with electronic carburetor at the time.
Press Release: New Corporate Sponsorship with O'Reilly Auto Parts
The Automotive Service Councils of California is proud to announce its most recent corporate sponsorship with O'Reilly Auto Parts. For over 59 years, they have provided auto parts and services to retail customers, professional installers, and jobbers, with the best combination of price and quality. 
Click here to view the complete press release.
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.
AESWave Special Promotional Offer - Exclusively for ASCCA
AESWave is offering a special discount to ASCCA Members on their  diagnostic tools that includes:
4-channel PicoScope Starter Diagnostic Kit (Foam)
(retail price $1,705.00) &  Pico 3 axis NVH Accelerometer Kit with Microphone in Foam
(retail price $819.00)
Note: This is the same package featured in the ASCCA raffle
Promotional price $1,800
You save - $724!
* This is a pre-order and the sale price is contingent on a minimum of six members participating in the promotional offer before 2/28/17
(Your payment will not be processed until six members have participated.)
Click here  for more information and to place your pre-order!
New ASCCA Member Benefit - HR 360
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.
Office Depot Deals Available Exclusively to ASCCA Members
ASCCA has worked with Office Depot to secure pricing so good that it rivals Fortune 500 pricing on each and every item that you purchase. If you haven't already, contact  Bill Lewis , the ASCCA's Business Account Manager:
855.337.6811 x 16116
Upcoming ASCCA Chapter Events
February 28: Chapter  23  Meeting
March 2: Chapter 26 Trade Show

Member Discount Alert! ASCCA Partners with Educational Seminars Institute (ESi) in 2017 for Discounted Courses

Seminar courses are normally $149.95. ASCCA members pay only $95 per attendee -- a savings of almost $55 per class! Service writer courses are normally $1,500. ASCCA members pay only $950 per attendee!

 

Click here to take advantage of this offer

 

iATN Discounts Available to ASCCA Members

The International Automotive Technicians Network (iATN) is the world's first and largest online network of automotive service industry professionals. Since 1995, iATN has been providing outstanding service industry resources to members worldwide. ASCCA members can enjoy a $9-per-month discount off of the regular price of iATN Business+ premium membership, at $45-per-month.  This membership provides your shop with up to 5 premium access accounts.

Link to iATN's website

 

ASCCA Member Resources
Are you taking full advantage of your membership in the ASCCA? Check out our Member Resources page to see the many benefits of being a member.
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In This Issue
February Team Weekend Recap
State Bill Report
Chapter 26 Trade Show
ASCCA's Legislative Fly-In
Member of the Month
Remarkable Results Radio Podcast
Press Release

 

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