"To Unite and Elevate Automotive Professionals, and Give Them Voice" | | |
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JANUARY 2024 TEAM WEEKEND
Jan 26-28, 2024
Embassy Suites, Sacramento
100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814
(Also available on zoom!)
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ONE QUESTION SURVEY FOR THE
2024 ANNUAL TRAINING CONFERENCE!
Make your voice Heard!
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Together let’s make the 2024 Annual Training Conference the best one yet! Please take a few minutes to answer this one-question survey that will help us develop the training schedule for the 2024 Annual Training Conference (ATC).
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Happy New Year!
They’re back... Lawmakers returned to the Capitol on Wednesday, January 13 for the start of the 2024 legislative session. They must begin dealing with the estimated $68 billion deficit (and possible new taxes) while many are running for re-election and appearing on the March 5 primary ballot. We expect around 2,500 new bills to be introduced this year, along with the remaining two-year bills from last session.
The Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Advisory Committee is holding its meeting on January 25 in Sacramento. The agenda is available at https://www.bar.ca.gov/bar-advisory-group. We plan on monitoring the meetings, bills, and regulatory actions and will provide updates.
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ASCEF AT YOUR CHAPTER MEETINGS! | |
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Attention ASCCA Chapters! Have a Chapter Meeting Coming Up? ASCEF Chair John Eppstein and ASCEF President Dave Kusa would like to come to your meeting and talk about the ASCEF Car Donation Program and the value it can bring to not only your shop, but also your customers!
Interested in them in coming to your next meeting?
Email John at john@johnsautomotivecare.com and
Dave at dave@autotrenddiagnostics.com.
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ASCEF SCHOLARSHIPS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! | |
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Applications are currently being accepted for the Automotive Service Councils Educational Foundation (ASCEF) 2024 scholarships! Each year, the ASCEF awards scholarships ranging from $500 - $1,000. These scholarships provide assistance to current under-graduates who are in the automotive service field.
Overall Qualifications: You must be planning to seek employment in the California after-market/independent repair industry and be a
- California high school senior who plans to enroll in post high school technical and academic training or
- California college under-graduate in the automotive service field.
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Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2024
The ASCEF is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to supporting and advancing the entire automotive industry through technical education and training, scholarships, and other industry inspired programs.
To learn more about the ASCEF, visit www.ascef.org.
Questions? Contact Kate Peyser at 916-290-5828 or kpeyser@amgroup.us.
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Bureau of Automotive Repair
2024 BAR Advisory Group Meetings
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The dates for the 2024 Bar Advisory Group Meetings are available:
- January 25, 2024
- April 25, 2024
- July 18, 2024
- October 17, 2024
More details on the meetings available here.
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BAR-OIS Software Rebrand to Cal-VIS | |
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The BAR On-Board Diagnostic Inspection System (BAR-OIS) software, the software used to perform Smog Check inspections using the BAR-OIS, has been rebranded the California Vehicle Inspection System (Cal-VIS). Cal-VIS will support both Smog Check inspections using the BAR-OIS and, upon implementation of the Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection Program later this year, vehicle safety systems inspections using the new BAR Safety Inspection System (BAR-SIS).
The Cal-VIS rebrand will begin with the 23.3 server version update that will roll out to stations beginning January 8, 2024.
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Remarkable Results Radio
New Podcast Episodes for January 2024!
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I'm More Than 'Just a Mechanic' (Remarkable Results) | |
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Can a break-up be the catalyst for an entrepreneurial leap? Find out during Shawn Gilfillan’s 20 questions in 30 minutes episode! Shawn also discusses the importance of a strong business culture, mentorship, and the joy of hobbies like aviation. Shawn shares strategies for managing gross margins and the significance of client experience.
Read More/Listen...
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Coaches Lab: When Will Shops Stop Doing Work That They Don’t Get Paid For? (Town Hall Academy) | |
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It’s time to find the hidden costs of ‘busyness’ in auto repair shops. It’s not just about the work you do; it’s about the work you’re actually getting paid for. Measuring technician productivity is crucial – because if you’re not measuring it, you can’t manage it. It’s a wake-up call for shops everywhere to stop leaving money on the table.
Read More/Listen...
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You can find all the newest episodes as well as the entire library HERE!
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Beomkwan Lee
Hyundai Motor America
Fountain Valley, CA
Introductory Member
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Juan Carlos Munoz
The North Bay Differentials
Santa Rosa, CA
Ch. 28 Member
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Antonio Munoz
Cecil's Hi-Tech
Auto Care
Vacaville, CA
Ch. 20 Member
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Rick Seneris
Rick's Automotive Service
Lawndale, CA
Ch. 1940 Member
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Hubert Choi
South Bay Car Care
Lawndale, CA
Ch. 1940 Member
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ASCCA Committees Seek Your Help | |
ASCCA committees are seeking volunteers. Involvement can be at varying levels of time commitment, comfort level and responsibility. Simply reach out to committee leaders and let them know more about your interest, talent and available time commitment and they will match you up with ways you can help.
ASCCA committee volunteers have one thing in common, they agree that by volunteering they received more than they give in the way of both personal and professional growth.
Let us know if you’d like to attend a future meeting at info@ascca.com
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2024 Annual Training Conference
September 14-15, 2024
Hotel Irvine, Irvine CA
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ASCEF Vehicle Donations - THANK YOU! | |
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Thank you to Dave Kusa of Autotrend Diagnostic who
donated a Dodge Caliber and raised $450!
To thank him, call 408-866-5140.
Thank you to Dan Guy of Yorba Linda Automotive who
donated a Toyota 4Runner and raised $3,100!
To thank him, call 714-970-8774.
Your donations will continue to help us award scholarships to students seeking a career in the automotive aftermarket industry.
We appreciate all the support!
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Visit www.ascef.org.
Help us reach our goal of $45,000 in car donations by providing your customer with a simple way to donate an unwanted vehicle quickly and safely!
- It’s easy and the pick-up is free!
- The proceeds from the sale of the vehicle will help us continue to award scholarships to students wanting to develop a career in the automotive aftermarket industry!
- Donating saves time and money on repairs and maintenance.
- Added value to your shop while supporting an automotive industry nonprofit.
- Our Vehicle Donation Support Team is here to guide you every step of the way.
- We help you take care of the paperwork and provide you with any necessary tax documents.
- Vehicle donations are tax-deductible.
To donate, call (844) 877-2473. We accept all types of vehicles that meet the following basic requirements:
- Vehicle has a clear title.
- Vehicle is in one piece.
- Vehicle is accessible for safe towing.
- Vehicle does not need to be running.
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It’s so easy to build careers one car at a time. ASC Educational Foundation rewards scholarships each year to students wishing to develop a career in the automotive aftermarket industry. So help us make a difference in a student’s life! Learn more about donations through the ASC Educational Foundation.
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The ADA Checklist: 2021 Compliance
Guidelines for Website Accessibility
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ADA website compliance and web accessibility are two terms that are used interchangeably but they are distinct from one another.
ADA stands for the Americans with Disabilities Act which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. Courts are construing Title III of the ADA to mean that websites must be accessible. Thus, with ADA website compliance, we're referring to the law.
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Refer a Member Receive $125 | |
You're eligible for a $125 referral fee when you refer a new Regular or Associate member to ASCCA!
Referral Awards are paid out when the member's annual dues are paid for their first year.
Contact the ASCCA office if you have any questions at info@ascca.com or (800) 810-4272!
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Sacramento, CA 95814
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