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December 2024

"To Unite and Elevate Automotive Professionals, and Give Them Voice"

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MEMBER BENEFITS
Be sure to check out ALL of the benefits offered to ASSCA members.

401K Live Webinar: New 2025 Laws - January 16, 2025

Date: January 16, 2025

Time: 5:45 PM Networking; 6:00 PM Meeting Starts

Location: on Zoom; link provided with RSVP


Grant Knox will present a webinar on the topic of the new 401K Retirement Plan requirements that go into effect January 1, 2025. You will be able to ask Grant questions live. Some of the areas and questions that we’ll cover are:

 

  • What are the laws in place now and how do they change on January 1, 2025
  • What is the timeline for implementation of the new regulations
  • How will this affect the operations of my shop
  • What is required of me as an employer
  • What is not required of me as an employer
  • How can I be sure my business is compliant; is there paperwork I need to submit to an agency to verify compliance
  • I already have a program in place. How do the new regulations affect me?
  • How can ASCCA help with its program, what is and is not included in the program, cost, cost comparison with others on the market
  • What is the timeline for getting enrolled in the ASCCA program
  • What is the role of each entity involved in the ASCCA program, i.e., Transamerica, Grant, etc.

 

Don’t put off this training!

RSVP Here!

In case you missed it:

ASCCA Webinar - What To Do If You Are Cited by BAR

Recording Available!

Last week, ASCCA hosted the webinar titled, What to do if you are cited by BARThat video is now available through our YouTube channel.


Click below to view the webinar:

What to do if you are cited by BAR

Navigating a Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) citation can be overwhelming, but ASCCA is here to help! Join our expert panel featuring Jack Molodanof, ASCCA's Legislative Advocate, and Dave Kusa, Chair of the Government Affairs Committee.

➡️ ASCCA Annual Training Conference Call for Sessions is OPEN

Be a Part of the ASCCA Annual Conference 2025!

We’re excited to announce that the submission window for

session ideas is now OPEN for the ASCCA Annual Conference!

Whether you're a member, student, vendor or sponsor,

this is your chance to help shape the future of our industry

by contributing your expertise and innovative ideas.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT A SESSION!

Deadline to submit is Friday, March 14, 2025 @ 5pm.

Save The Date: March Team Weekend

March 14-16, 2025 | Sacramento Embassy Suites

More details/Registration opening soon!

Calling All Automotive Technology Students!

Application Now Open for ASCEF SCHOLARSHIPS!

Deadline: March 31, 2025

Apply Today

Applications are currently being accepted for the Automotive Service Councils Educational Foundation (ASCEF) 2025 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.


Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2025.


To apply online visit: https://automotivescholarships.com/scholarships/ascca


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.

Tips for Scholarship Applicants

ASCEF AT YOUR CHAPTER MEETINGS!

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.

Bureau of Automotive Repair Updates:

2025 Dates For BAR Advisory Group Meetings

🗓️ January 30, 2025 - BAR Advisory Group Meeting

🗓️ April 24, 2025 - BAR Advisory Group Meeting

🗓️ July 31, 2025 - BAR Advisory Group Meeting

🗓️ October 23, 2025 - BAR Advisory Group Meeting

Remarkable Results Radio

New Podcast Episodes for December 2024!

Will Automotive Certifications Reshape Insurance Policies?

(Town Hall Academy)

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Take a dive deep into the significance of ASE certifications, how certifications might lead to lowered insurance policies in the future, and the importance of continuous education and proficiency testing. The discussion also covers the potential of AI in certification processes and the role of insurance and regulatory bodies in ensuring safety and competency in auto repairs.


Read More/Listen...

Improve Call Handling Skills: The Power of AI and Continuous Learning

(Remarkable Results)

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Thanks to our Partners, AAPEX, NAPA TRACS, and Automotive Management Network David Boyd discusses the critical importance of call handling and customer communication, offering valuable insights on setting clear expectations and fostering a supportive training environment. Learn how modern technology can elevate customer service interactions, boost conversion rates, and drive…



Read More/Listen...

You can find all the newest episodes as well as the entire library HERE!

Todd O'Leary

Eden Area ROP

Hayward, CA

Chapter 16 Educator Member

Neal Wiebmer

Contra Costa Auto Service

Concord, CA

Chapter 20 Regular Member

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.

You can learn more about ASCCA Committees at: https://www.ascca.com/committees 
Let us know if you’d like to attend a future meeting at info@ascca.com

Training

New 2025 401k Laws Webinar with Grant Knox

January 16, 2025 | 5:45pm - 8:00pm

Online | Register Here

Save The Date!

March Team Weekend

March 14-16, 2025

Sacramento Embassy Suites

2025 Annual Training Conference

September 12-14, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Chapter Events

Chapter 20 – Meeting

January 14, 2024 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm

All Committee Meeting Information is available on the ASCCA Website Calendar!

ASCEF Vehicle Donations

Your donations will continue to help us award scholarships to

students seeking a career in the automotive aftermarket industry.

We appreciate all the support!

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!

 

  1. It’s easy and the pick-up is free!
  2. 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!
  3. Donating saves time and money on repairs and maintenance.
  4. Added value to your shop while supporting an automotive industry nonprofit.
  5. Our Vehicle Donation Support Team is here to guide you every step of the way.
  6. We help you take care of the paperwork and provide you with any necessary tax documents.
  7. 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.
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.

The ADA Checklist: 2021 Compliance

Guidelines for Website Accessibility

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.

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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