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    Automotive Lift Institute, Inc. (ALI)

    PO Box 85
    Cortland, NY 13045
    USA
    607-756-7775
    607-756-0888

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    Automotiveliftinstituteinc 10094051

    Originally founded in 1945 as the trade association of U.S. manufacturers of in-ground lifts, the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI), in cooperation with the National Bureau of Standards, sponsored the first standard governing automotive lifts (CS142) in 1947.

    Currently credentialed by ANSI, and recognized by the International Accreditation Forum as an Accredited Standards Developer and a Product Certification Organization, ALI sponsors several nationally recognized automotive lift safety standards and offers a Third-Party Certification Program for automotive lift products and automotive lift inspection services provided by inspectors.

    Products

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    The Vehicle Lifting Points from the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) covers thousands of model years 2000 to 2025 cars, SUVs, vans, light duty trucks, and EVs sold in the U.S. ...
    May 6, 2025
    ALI Digital Vehicle Lifting Points Guide (2023)
    The Automotive Lift Institute Digital Vehicle Lifting Points Guide (2023) covers cars, SUVs, vans, light duty trucks, and EVs from model years 2000 through 2023. It's designed...
    Jan. 10, 2023
    Ali Certified Lift Inspector 11356931
    Annual vehicle lift inspections performed by a qualified lift inspector protect technicians, shops and customer vehicles. They are also mandated by ANSI/ALI ALOIM:2008, the national...
    March 21, 2014
    The Automotive Lift Institute offers an updated 2012 ALI Lift Point Guide.
    The Automotive Lift Institute, Inc. (ALI) announces the availability of the 2012 edition of ALI's "Vehicle Lifting Points for Frame Engaging Lifts." The updated guide is a quick...
    June 7, 2012
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    The Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) 2011 edition of ALI’s “Vehicle Lifting Points for Frame Engaging Lifts," is a quick-reference single-source manual for lifting point information...
    Feb. 14, 2011
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    The Automotive Lift Institute's website: www.autolift.org, has been recently updated with important information regarding lifts. On the site, below the logos, there is an area...
    Feb. 26, 2008
    Liftingitrightsafetymanual 10125062
    Lifting it Right Safety Manual, ALI/SM01-1 is a must for training service personnel who may be unfamiliar with the features and operation of automtive lifts.
    June 25, 2007

    Press Releases

    2021 Lp Guide Cover
    The 2021 edition of Vehicle Lifting Points for Frame Engaging Lifts from the Automotive Lift Institute includes OEM lifting points for cars, SUVs, vans and light-duty trucks from...
    Jan. 26, 2021
    Jeff Kritzer
    Jeff Kritzer of BendPak (Santa Paula, California) was elected to a second one-year term as chairman of the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Board of Directors at the organization...
    Dec. 15, 2020
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    New Ali Website
    The Automotive Lift Institute’s updated website includes additional resources and improved navigation.
    May 26, 2020
    Lakeshore Motors Ltd. of Kirkland Lake, Ontario, was fined after the Ministry of Labour revealed they had failed training and inspection requirements.
    July 1, 2019
    Ali Gold Label All Labs
    Changes include expanding the testing requirements for load-holding devices (also known as "latches" or "locks") and increasing the number of test cycles.
    Sept. 17, 2018
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    The Automotive Lift Institute officially opened its new headquarters and LiftLab in Cortland, New York.
    Oct. 18, 2017
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    The interactive course covers safe lifting practices for all types of automotive lifts.
    Oct. 12, 2017
    Ali Poster
    Educational poster features guidance from ALI’s updated Lift Safety Tips Card
    Sept. 28, 2017
    Stet Schanze of Gray Manufacturing Company (St. Joseph, Missouri) was elected to a second term as chairman.
    Nov. 1, 2016
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    National Lift Week set for Oct. 3-8; official sponsor Stertil-Koni to provide safety briefings, demos and events.
    Aug. 12, 2016

    Videos

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    More than 300 people participated in the first Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Lift Inspector Certification Program, in Las Vegas on Oct. 31, 2012. The meeting concluded with ...
    April 4, 2013

    Blogs

    Elliot Maras
    Individual shops can utilize ALI Lift Inspector Certification Program.
    Aug. 13, 2013

    Articles

    Photo courtesy of Bendpak
    Bendpak vehicle lift
    A Q&A with ALI President R.W. “Bob” O’Gorman, BendPak Director of New Product Development Sean Price, and Challenger Lifts Sales National Manager for North America, Trevor Colman...
    March 11, 2025
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    Vehicle Lift
    A breakdown of the seven types of lifts to help you figure out what lift/s will work best in your shop.
    March 7, 2025
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    Lifting Line-up
    Choosing the right lift can help to speed service and maximize ROI.
    June 3, 2022
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    To improve bay safety, technicians should get to know their lifts by truly paying attention to potential safety hazards or damage to the lift and its accessories. For example, it is important to check lift contact points such as lifting pads to make sure they are free of debris, grease, oil, and anything else that may prevent solid contact. Adapters in the condition shown here should not be used.
    Techs who get to know the lifts they use regularly are more likely to notice the first signs of trouble, keeping themselves and all who use the lifts safer.
    Aug. 6, 2019
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    Only put the adapters at the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lifting points when using a frame-engaging lift such as a two-post surface lift. Failure to do so could damage the vehicle or, even worse, create an unstable load that could fall.
    Best practices for operating and maintaining vehicle lifts.
    Sept. 5, 2017
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    The Automotive Lift Institute’s (ALI) gold label is one of the best indicators that the entire lift system has been certified.
    Aug. 13, 2014
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    When inspections are performed by qualified personnel, they help protect users by ensuring that the lifts they work under are functioning properly and maintained in accordance...
    Aug. 13, 2014
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    Building and safety codes in many jurisdictions can prevent uncertified lifts from being installed.
    Aug. 13, 2014
    This drive-on scissor lift is equipped with additional lighting and air jacks, two very handy options which greatly increase the utility of the lift.
    There are literally hundreds of different vehicle lifts on the market, made by dozens of different companies. Every one of those companies wants you to buy the lift that you really...
    July 21, 2014
    Elliot Maras
    Efficiency doesn't negate safety.
    Sept. 6, 2013

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    The new standard, ANSI/ALI ALIS 2009 (R2015), replaces the existing standard, ANSI/ALI ALIS 2009, effective June 15.
    June 9, 2016
    Nearly 100 people worked toward Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Lift Inspector Certification during the “Five Days to Victory” event held on the Cheyenne Campus of the College...
    Nov. 19, 2015
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    Participants in the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Lift Inspector Certification Program can fast-track their certification by attending the “Five Days to Victory” training, testing...
    June 25, 2015
    2015 ALI Inspection Label 5547b541c7487
    The labels are individually serialized and are applied to automotive lifts that pass annual lift inspection safety requirements as an indication of compliance with recognized ...
    May 5, 2015
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    Since the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) launched its Lift Inspector Certification Program in late 2012, demand for ALI certified lift inspectors has continued to grow. Although...
    Dec. 22, 2014
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    Jerome Lentz of Challenger Lifts (Louisville, Ky.) has been elected chairman of the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Board of Directors for 2015. Voting took place at ALI’s annual...
    Nov. 26, 2014
    ALI reports the business in question, Complete Hydraulic Service & Equipment Sales, Inc., is not an ALI member and does not offer products that have been tested or evaluated for...
    June 25, 2014
    Rotary Ali Inspecter Program Class
    Rotary Lift has nearly 400 authorized installers nationwide.
    March 26, 2014
    Nicholas Lewandowski
    More than 650 additional candidates, representing 417 companies across the United States and Canada, are enrolled in the program and working toward certification.
    Feb. 14, 2014
    Racing legends Richard and Kyle Petty host the course.
    Jan. 31, 2014
    O'Gorman shares his experience with automotive testing, inspection and certification provider.
    Dec. 11, 2013
    Evan Calarco
    Evan Calarco of Total Tool Ltd., Castleton, N.Y. becomes first associate board member.
    Dec. 10, 2013
    Interactive course designed for service and repair professionals.
    Nov. 12, 2013
    Safety course hosted by racing legends Richard and Kyle Petty.
    Nov. 6, 2013
    Forward Lift With New Gold Label
    New standard requries re-testing of previously approved lift models.
    Sept. 20, 2013
    ALI Lift Inspector Certification Program expands computer-based testing into Canada.
    The organization will now offer computer-based versions of the exams on-demand at testing centers across Canada.
    Aug. 28, 2013
    Certification program gives lift owners a new way to select inspectors.
    Aug. 27, 2013
    Rotary Lift With New Gold Label
    Automotive Lift Institute recertifies all previously certified Rotary Lift lifts.
    Aug. 6, 2013
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    ALI certification called critical to users and safety directors.
    July 15, 2013
    The Lifting It Right manual and DVD from the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) document the correct procedures for safely operating and maintaining a vehicle lift.
    Proper lifting technique involves much more than just spotting the vehicle in the bay, kicking the lift arms under the body and pressing the "raise" button.
    July 3, 2013
    Inspect your lift’s cables and chains regularly for excessive slack or wear.
    Technicians should make a habit of checking their vehicle lifts daily prior to using them.
    July 3, 2013
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    Follow these simple vehicle safety precautions to help your shop operate incident-free.
    July 3, 2013
    Vehicle lift owners can find ALI Certified Lift Inspectors who are qualified to perform annual lift inspections through the Automotive Lift Institute’s new online database at www.autolift.org/inspectors.php.
    Use the interactive online database of ALI Certified Lift Inspectors to find a qualified lift inspector in your area.
    July 3, 2013
    Vehicle lifts successfully inspected by ALI Certified Lift Inspectors carry a label with the most recent inspection date for the benefit of all users and code enforcement officials.
    Annual inspections should be performed by a qualified lift inspector who will thoroughly evaluate the lifts' operating mechanisms, safety systems, structural integrity, modifications...
    July 3, 2013
    Ali Certified Patch
    Orientation will outline administrative aspects of certification program.
    July 3, 2013
    Marine presents Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) with U.S. flag that flew over Afghanistan base.
    Marine gives flag in appreciation of an ALI Facebook giveaway.
    June 11, 2013
    ALI President R.W. 'Bob' O'Gorman presents the trophy for 2013 Spring Fling Drag Race Experience Bracket Race Winner to Robert Moore.
    Event featured hot rods and drag racing.
    June 10, 2013
    Two-post lifts such as this one from Mohawk Lifts give good under-vehicle access.
    Lift manufacturers offer recommendations for shops.
    June 7, 2013
    BendPak two-post lifts can be operated safely in a well organized shop.
    Safety precautions before lifting a vehicle on a lift.
    June 7, 2013
    The gold label signifies a consensus standard for safety.
    What does certification mean? Do I have to buy certain lifts?
    June 7, 2013
    Ali Materials
    Reduced sign-up fee expires Sept. 30, 2013.
    May 29, 2013
    Elliot Maras
    Vehicle repair gets more demanding every day. Those of you on the front lines working with equipment to maintain and repair vehicles can never afford to “take it easy.” Not when...
    May 15, 2013
    Deadlines are fast approaching for ALI Lift Inspector Certification Program candidates to register for orientation workshop and exams held in Canada.
    The Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) has scheduled three workshops in Canada.
    April 29, 2013
    Sessions to be held in Toronto, Vancouver and Edmonton this summer, with registration deadlines fast approaching.
    April 25, 2013
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    Third annual spring fling to be May 24 and 25.
    March 21, 2013
    The Petty’'s Garage Performance Tour brings Petty's Garage experts, custom parts and unique vehicles directly to fans and auto enthusiasts at events across the United States with support from partners including the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI).
    The Performance Tour brings Petty's Garage expert car designers and builders, custom parts, and unique vehicles directly to fans and auto enthusiasts at events across the United...
    Feb. 8, 2013
    ALI supports Petty's 2013 performance tour
    Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) will partner with Petty's Garage to support the Petty's Garage Performance Tour for its second year in 2013.
    Feb. 7, 2013
    ALI releases new lift-points guide
    ALI announces the availability of the 2013 edition of ALI's "Vehicle Lifting Points for Frame Engaging Lifts."
    Jan. 22, 2013
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    Industry-wide market research study of fleet operators and transit authorities found that that top three elements for operations include safety, controlling costs and minimizing...
    Jan. 15, 2013
    Rotary Lift, Forward Lift and Direct Lift prepare 75 ALI lift inspection certification candidates.
    Attendees came from 36 lift service companies located in 24 states.
    Jan. 7, 2013
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    Program creates third party qualification of vehicle lift inspectors.
    Dec. 17, 2012
    Keith BUnn addresses the certification program.
    Initiative supports Automotive Lift Institute certified inspector program.
    Nov. 30, 2012
    Dale Soos, ALI senior project engineer, reviewed the lift inspector certification process and the extensive materials provided to candidates in the ALI Lift Inspector Certification Program.
    The event concluded with a surprise visit from seven-time NASCAR Champion Richard "The King" Petty.
    Nov. 26, 2012
    ALI President R.W. (Bob) O’Gorman, right, presents a service plaque to outgoing ALI Chairman Douglas Grunnet at the organization’s recent annual meeting.
    Association names Jerome Lentz, of Challenger Lifts, chairman.
    Nov. 20, 2012
    The Automotive Lift Institute will be the primary partner of the No. 43 Automotive Lift Institute Ford Fusion at the Pennsylvania 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Race.
    NASCAR race offers unbeatable exposure for Inspector Certification Program.
    Aug. 6, 2012
    The Automotive Lift Institute offers an updated 2012 ALI Lift Point Guide.
    Safety standards help to improve shop safety every day, whether they’re a part of tool and equipment design or a procedure for their use.
    July 5, 2012
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    ALI invites vehicle lift inspectors to register to be among the first in North America to become Certified Lift Inspectors. Program kicks off at SEMA Show 2012.
    June 27, 2012
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    Event to be held Memorial Day weekend in Randleman, N.C.
    May 4, 2012
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    More than 58 organizations recently joined together in Concord, N.C. to participate.
    Oct. 20, 2011
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    Vehicle lifts are as essential to repair shops as screwdrivers, scan tools and socket sets.
    Oct. 31, 2008
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    Quality, ease-of-use top the list for lift buyers
    June 28, 2007