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AAIA is a Bethesda, Md.-based association whose more than 23,000 member and affiliates manufacture, distribute and sell motor vehicle parts, accessories, service, tool, equipment, materials and supplies. Through its membership, AAIA represents more than 100,000 repair shops, parts stores and distribution outlets. AAIA was formed in 1999 from the consolidation between the Automotive Parts & Accessories Association (APAA) and the Automotive Service Industry Association (ASIA).

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Elliot Maras
March 4, 2014
Memorandum of understanding extends Massachusetts Right to Repair law nationwide.
Elliot Maras
Dec. 4, 2013
Innovations in vehicle technology and tool/equipment technology challenge the aftermarket like never before.
Dr. Timothy Nash of Northwood University says consumer spending remains weak.
Nov. 14, 2013
Low consumer confidence changes driving habits, challenging the auto industry.
Victor Danhi notes that the automotive industry has already faced legal action over chemicals in products.
Nov. 12, 2013
California Green Chemistry Initiative becomes effective.
Telematics researcher Roger Lanctot says automakers have not figured out yet how to monetize telematics.
Nov. 8, 2013
Automakers stumble in efforts to use telematics as a competitive advantage.
David Portalatin of the NPD Group notes that 2013 aftermarket sales fell short of expectations, but the outlook for 2014 has some promise.
Nov. 7, 2013
‘Generational shift’ of retiring baby boomers and underemployed millennials challenges aftermarket
kathleen Schmatz asks Gary Shapiro his thoughts on data ownership for owners of connected cars.
Nov. 7, 2013
Innovation gives hope for solutions to nation's economic challenges, Gary Shapiro says.

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Bernie Thompson, left, of Automotive Test Solutions shows the Bullseye leak detector system, which can detect small leaks, at the 2013 AAPEX show.
Nov. 10, 2013
Exhibitors demonstrate time saving improvements in all tool categories.
At left, Tony Quinn, Mike Procter, Steve Gill, Scott Buechler and John Duden of Autologue Compuer Systems enjoy AAPEX hospitality. The company supplies inventory management systems for automotive warehouse distributors and jobbers.
Nov. 5, 2013
Thousands mingle in preparation for AAPEX 2013.

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Elliot Maras
Jan. 29, 2014
Agreement extends the Masschusetts R2R provisions nationwide.
Dec. 6, 2013
Annual award honors aftermarket companies that invest in employee education.
Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association applauds new law.
Nov. 13, 2013
Webinar to address employer and individual mandates.
Nov. 11, 2013
EPA ruling to permit the refrigerant's sales in the U.S.
Competition rewards best example of connected vehicle technology.
Kathleens Schmatz announces a new name for the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association: The Autocare Association.
Nov. 7, 2013
Name change part of a rebranding effort.
OTC Encore Diagnostic Scan Tool
Encore marks OTC's first integrated, Android-based scan tool for North America.
Nov. 1, 2013
App available at App Store and Google Play Store.
AAIA seeks to identify import and export trade opportunities for members.
Oct. 31, 2013
Bartec to also present at TPMS education session.
Oct. 31, 2013
Session to 'separate fact from fiction' about telematics on Nov. 7.
Logo Link New Tech 012213
Oct. 31, 2013
Company claims to have the most environmentally responsible flush and exchange line.
Oct. 31, 2013
'Five trends in five minutes' to kick off AAIA town meeting in Las Vegas Nov. 6.
Oct. 29, 2013
EPA concludes refrigerant has negligible contribution to tropospheric ozone formation.
Oct. 29, 2013
Winners to receive annual Automotive Aftermarket Management Education Award.
Oct. 23, 2013
Car Care Clinics help consumers in October, Fall Car Care Month.
Elliot Maras
Oct. 23, 2013
This year's AAPEX and SEMA shows could set attendance records.
Oct. 23, 2013
DENSO exhibit to have iPad-based photo booths.
Oct. 15, 2013
Judge rules case addresses compliance with a federal law.
Oct. 15, 2013
Forum to include nearly 40 free sessions, the most ever at AAPEX.
Oct. 10, 2013
Attendees to learn how to comply with new healthcare law.
California takes another step in identifying chemicals of concern.
Elliot Maras
Oct. 3, 2013
Many market trends are driving new products in today's aftermarket.
Shared responsibility penalties for businesses begin in 2015.
Sept. 30, 2013
EPA receives more than 200,000 public comments on emissions rule.
Sept. 25, 2013
AAPEX to run Nov. 5 to 7 at Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas.
Aug. 29, 2013
Heatlh care reform and its impact on small employers to be covered.
Aug. 27, 2013
Senators seek investigation of oil company efforts to block renewable fuels.
Aug. 27, 2013
Environmentalists file suit to force EPA to change ozone standards.
Facebook page includes tips on AAPEX website tools and more.
Aug. 13, 2013
AAIA report notes millennials are taking over the workplace and explores their characteristics.
Elliot Maras
Aug. 2, 2013
In 2012, for the first time since pre-2000, the demand for service technicians exceeded supply, according to the 2014 Automotive Aftermarket Industry (AAIA) Digital Factbook. ...
July 25, 2013
AAPEX 2013 to be Nov. 5 to 7 in Las Vegas.
July 23, 2013
Workshop seeking public comments to be held July 30.
July 17, 2013
AAIA develops package to help members understand ACA.
July 10, 2013
Timothy Lee of Lang Distributing Inc., becomes executive committee chairman.
Thirty nine exhibitors grab available floor space for remanufacturing section.
Elliot Maras
July 5, 2013
Passing this year’s mid point, indications are positive for the independent automotive aftermarket as consumers keep gaining confidence in the economy. And when there is reason...
June 27, 2013
Officials discuss approval process for converters.
June 18, 2013
Prop 65 affects businesses with 10 or more employees.