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    About National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF)

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    4501 Harlan St
    Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
    United States
    http://www.nastf.org
    810-289-4809

    More Info on National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF)

    NASTF.org is your one-stop source for OE repair and tooling information. Whether you are a repairer, automaker, educator, toolmaker, or information provider, your account will allow you to customize the information you receive to best meet your needs. By creating a free account, you will be able to access NASTF’s library of service information links, submit SIRs, dialogue with other members, and receive up-to-the-minute updates from OEMs.

    NASTF also hosts the Vehicle Security Professional (VSP) program. A VSP account allows locksmiths and other vetted professionals to securely access key, immobilizer, and PIN codes through the Secure Data Release Model (SDRM). Please note, there is a charge to be credentialed by the VSP registry and it is not included in the free NASTF account. The VSP program is only available to users in the United States and Canada.

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    Industry News

    NASTF chooses Diagnostic Network as its community platform

    Dec. 10, 2020
    The new NASTF user group on Diagnostic Network is available exclusively to NASTF's members.
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    Industry News

    Registration opens for the AMRA, ETI, and NASTF combined 2020 spring meeting

    Jan. 8, 2020
    This collaboration is designed to better serve the associations' members and enhance the value of the meetings.
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    Holly Wolfe, managing director, NASTF
    Industry News

    NASTF names Holly Wolfe managing director

    Aug. 9, 2019
    Wolfe will be spearheading several outreach initiatives for NASTF as well as overseeing the communications and heavy duty teams.
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    Training and Resources

    NASTF announces topics for Spring general meeting

    March 28, 2019
    The NASTF general meeting will be held on Thursday May 2nd from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM following the close of ToolTech.

    Articles & News

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    Industry News

    Launch Tech USA announces partnership with NASTF to enhance automotive security

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Aug. 15, 2024
    The partnership is dedicated to furthering vehicle and automotive tool security.
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    Company/Association News

    MEMA celebrates NASTF's 23 successful years

    July 26, 2023
    The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) is celebrating its 23rd anniversary, MEMA offers congratulations.
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    Service Repair

    NASTF: Mercedes Benz DAS4 replacement key ordering process now available

    Aug. 2, 2022
    The process differs somewhat from other TRP processes.
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    Diagnostics and Drivability

    Programming services: How to use the tools you have

    Scott Brown
    Aug. 1, 2022
    Should we program a module just because it has an available update?
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    Service Repair

    Tesla makes service information free to NASTF members

    May 23, 2022
    Recently, Tesla responded to requests for more scan tool features for earlier vehicles in ToolBox 3.
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    5 must-read tips before repairing a Tesla

    Amanda Silliker
    Dec. 16, 2021
    With the availability of Tesla Toolbox 3, automotive shop owners may have a whole new line of business on their hands
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    Industry News

    NASTF announces new Tesla Toolbox coming for the aftermarket

    Aug. 30, 2021
    Tesla’s automaker page on the NASTF website will be updated with the latest information, including instructions for setting up the Tesla diagnostic tool.
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    Tool Distributor

    Are you prepared to program?

    Scott Weaver
    Oct. 2, 2019
    To keep current with manufacturer software subscriptions and updates, begin by ensuring your intel and hardware are up to the task.
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    Service Repair

    Las Vegas shows present game-changing technologies

    Elliot Maras
    Dec. 4, 2013
    Innovations in vehicle technology and tool/equipment technology challenge the aftermarket like never before.
    Bob Stewart tells NASTF members GM wants to hear about counterfeit scan tools being sold; the company is taking action.
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    GM battles counterfeit scan tools, aftermarket specialist tells automotive task force

    Nov. 8, 2013
    GM's Bob Stewart notes the Internet has compromised intellectual property.

    Videos & Resources

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    Training and Resources

    VIDEO: Why becoming a vehicle security professional is a necessity

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    Jan. 21, 2020
    Opus IVS is supporting NASTF to bring vehicle security procedures to independent repair shops and collision facilities.
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    Webcast: NASTF addresses J-2534, R2R, other issues

    March 21, 2014
    The National Service Task Force spring meeting addresses key issues facing the independent aftermarket.
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    Training and Resources

    VSP News: Industry Insights, Episode 13 - The gap in service information

    Aug. 15, 2013
    NASTF's Skip Potter talks about the information, education and tool gap in service information among automotive technicians.
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    VSP News: Industry Insights, Episode 12 - NASTF responds to counterfeit scan tools

    Aug. 1, 2013
    Editor Elliot Maras talks with NASTF's Skip Potter on why the auto aftermarket should focus on counterfeit scan tools.
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    AAPEX 2012 Live Stream: Day 2, afternoon broadcast

    Nov. 14, 2012
    Live show coverage from the floor of AAPEX 2012. PTEN Editor Elliot Maras talks with industry experts about important vehicle repair topics. In this episode: Watch a live demonstration...

    Podcasts

    Ron Pyle, left, explains the role of the first NASTF executive director, Skip Potter, seated.
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    ASA's Ron Pyle explains NASTF's new autonomy

    Oct. 15, 2012
    NASTF has its first full-time executive, Skip Potter

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    A 'juror,' but certainly not the 'judge'

    Brandon Steckler
    June 27, 2022
    Via the Right to Repair Act (R2R), NASTF is the governing body and helps to establish and maintain the rapport between the OEMs and the aftermarket; but things don’t always go...
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    NASTF talks industry changes and solutions to the technician shortage at AAPEX 2017

    Nov. 6, 2017
    NASTF and TechForce partner in Road to Great Technicians initiative. The program discussed approaches designed to recruit qualified technicians.
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    Presenters set for National Automotive Service Task Force Fall General Meeting

    Oct. 17, 2017
    This is a featured event of the AAPEX Service Professionals Program in Las Vegas.
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    NASTF session at AAPEX to spotlight OEM service information for technicians

    Aug. 10, 2017
    The presentation will emphasize the value of OEM technical information websites for technicians working outside franchised dealerships.
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    NASTF covers J2534, governance and more at AAPEX 2016

    Nov. 8, 2016
    The NASTF Fall 2016 General Meeting featured a technician’s primer on module programming, “Take the Box Outta the Box,” which reviewed how to configure a J2534 interface device...
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    NASTF Fall General Meeting to focus on programming with SAE J2534

    July 12, 2016
    Aftermarket technical instructors are finding an alarming number of advanced service technicians who have already purchased an SAE J2534 vehicle interface device but have yet ...
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    Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network becomes 2016 partner of National Automotive Service Task Force

    Jan. 28, 2016
    NASTF had recently begun integrating heavy duty vehicle original equipment manufacturers (OEM) into its programs offered on the NASTF website.
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    NASTF studies cybersecurity, J2534, governance

    Nov. 11, 2015
    The NASTF Fall 2015 General Meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 4 and the NASTF fall meeting of the board of directors on Thursday, Nov. 5 provided both insight and direction. Both events...
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    NASTF names spring 2015 collision panelists

    Feb. 20, 2015
    Five panelists and a discussion moderator have been named for the featured presentation in the March 19 NASTF Spring 2015 General Meeting in Secaucus, N.J.
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    2015 NASTF committee co-chairs appointed

    Jan. 9, 2015
    In their year-end meeting, the NASTF Board of Directors made the OEM and independent co-chair appointments to each of the six NASTF committees for 2015.
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    NASTF panel commences with panel on OEM education resources

    Nov. 21, 2014
    Jill Saunders of Toyota, Rob Morrell of WORLDPAC and Bill Moss of EuroService Automotive engaged with panel moderator Skip Potter of NASTF seeking a solution to a mismatch between...
    Training and Resources

    OEM educator and shop owner added to Nov. 5 NASTF education panel

    Sept. 17, 2014
    A three-person panel will discuss key issues in a one-hour session, Aftermarket Access to OEM Education Resources, during the NASTF Fall 2014 General Meeting, Wednesday, Nov. ...
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    NASTF connect shop owners, techs and OEMs at AAPEX to bring service information solutions

    Aug. 15, 2014
    AAPEX attendees are encouraged to also attend the NASTF Fall 2014 General Meeting to join the conversation.
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    NASTF to hold Fall 2014 General Meeting at AAPEX

    July 23, 2014
    The NASTF meeting is part of the all-new Service Professionals Program at AAPEX. There is no cost to attend and pre-registration with NASTF is not required.
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    NASTF explores J-2534, R2R and more at spring meeting

    April 1, 2014
    Automotive Service Association hosts NASTF in Seattle, Wash.
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    NASTF meeting to be webcast live March 20

    March 19, 2014
    NASTF Spring Meeting to be held in Seattle on March 20.
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    Subaru, Toyota, GM and Nissan executives outline service requirements during VISION meeting in Overland Park, Kan.

    March 11, 2014
    OEM executives note service training requirements challenge the aftermarket.
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    NASTF takes steps to add new leaders

    March 11, 2014
    The National Automotive Service Task Force Board of Directors has voted to reorganize its governance structure.
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    NASTF names panelists for J-2534 meeting in Seattle

    VehicleServicePros.com
    March 3, 2014
    National Automotive Service Task Force meeting March 20 to address J-2534 issues.
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    NASTF to focus on J-2534 at Spring Meeting March 20

    VehicleServicePros.com
    Jan. 22, 2014
    Meeting to be March 20 in Seatac, Wash. prior to Automotive Training Expo.
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    NASTF board appoints 2014 co-chairs

    Jan. 21, 2014
    Each committee has one co-chair representing the OEMs and one co-chair representing the independent automotive segment.
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    NASTF names first independent shop owner as chairman

    Dec. 11, 2013
    National Automotive Service Task Force names 2014 officers.
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    NASTF speakers address counterfeit tools, other topics in Las Vegas

    Nov. 26, 2013
    Topics include connected cars, collision repair initiative, vehicle security, OE service info and more.
    Greg Brannon of AAA thinks driverless cars will emerge faster than telematics has in the automotive industry.
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    Connected, driverless cars coming soon, AAA official tells NASTF

    Elliot Maras
    Nov. 7, 2013
    Driverless cars to be half of U.S. cars in 2025, speaker claims.
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    AAA's Greg Brannon to address NASTF meeting in Las Vegas

    Oct. 9, 2013
    NASTF general meeting to be Nov. 6 during AAPEX and SEMA shows.
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    AAPEX and SEMA: your chance to stay up to date in the face of constant change

    Elliot Maras
    Oct. 3, 2013
    Many market trends are driving new products in today's aftermarket.
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    GM's Bob Stewart to address counterfeit tools Nov. 6

    Aug. 23, 2013
    NASTF's fall meeting to address the counterfeit scan tools issue and provide OEMs a perspective on the topic.
    Training and Resources

    High school auto tech program in Illinois wins national accreditation

    Aug. 15, 2013
    This is the 18th school in Illinois to receive accreditation.
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    NASTF and ASA Northwest bring spring meetings together in March

    Aug. 6, 2013
    NASTF spring meeting to be March 20; ASA Northwest training expo to be March 21 to 23.
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    National Automotive Service Task Force elects new board members

    May 21, 2013
    Board names Bill Long, Bill Moss and Steve Douglas.
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    Need for auto aftermarket cooperation highlighted at ETI Tool Tech

    May 10, 2013
    While the economy slowly recovers the automotive aftermarket predicts growth.
    Elliot Maras
    Diagnostics and Drivability

    Unauthorized diagnostic tools harm the aftermarket’s integrity; do your part to raise awareness

    Elliot Maras
    May 1, 2013
    It’s hard to understand why anyone, particularly a professional, would take a gamble on an unauthorized diagnostic tool. But peruse some aftermarket forums and you see there’s...
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    AAIA's Aaron Lowe calls on NASTF to help implement Massachusetts Right to Repair law

    April 30, 2013
    Lowe seeks national agreement between car makers and the aftermarket.
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    Blogs

    Owners’ manual language underscores need for better OEM/independent aftermarket relations; Organizations are doing their part; Are you?

    Elliot Maras
    March 22, 2013
    OEMs want the independent aftermarket's support; the two sides can build on common ground.
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    VISION 2013 meeting to address telematics March 8 in Overland Park, Kan.

    Jan. 29, 2013
    Equipment & Tool Institute executive director to present results of telematics survey.
    Training and Resources

    National Automotive Service Task Force brings OEM execs to general meeting in March

    Jan. 15, 2013
    Toyota, Subaru and General Motors confirm participation at March 8 meeting in Overland Park, Kan.
    Training and Resources

    ASE Industry Education Alliance growth sparks changes

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    Dec. 18, 2012
    Effective Jan. 1, Trish Serratore has been named President of Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) in addition to her role as President of the National Automotive Technicians...
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    Blogs

    OEMs and the independent aftermarket: New technology calls for a new spirit of cooperation

    Elliot Maras
    Nov. 30, 2012
    New research quantifies the need for a more professional aftermarket.
    Training and Resources

    NASTF announces 21st annual Vision HiTech Training & Expo

    Oct. 15, 2012
    Spring event to be held March 8, 2013 in Kansas City.
    Training and Resources

    National Automotive Service Task Force announces technician outreach initiative

    Oct. 15, 2012
    NASTF to participate in VISION Hi-Tech Training Expo in Kansas City next March.
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    NASTF Secure Data Release Model exhibits at ASRW

    Oct. 9, 2012
    SDRM allows aftermarket industry access to security sensitive information related to automobiles.
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    How to utilize service information resources

    Oct. 8, 2012
    The right information system can be the key to unlocking profitability and success in your shop
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    Identifix hires Richard Gunderson as vice president, business development

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    Oct. 3, 2012
    Gunderson to oversee implementation of Identifix’s long-term strategic business plan.
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    Ethanol fuel technology to headline NASTF at ASRW

    Sept. 28, 2012
    Panel will present new engine technologies that will help automakers meet the mandated Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standard (54.5 mpg by 2025) and help prepare automotive...
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    NASTF recognized in Massachusetts bill

    Aug. 14, 2012
    Massachusetts law recognizes NASTF as a resource of OEM information to the aftermarket.
    Ron Pyle, chairman of NASTF, at left, announces Skip Potter as the NASTF's first executive director during the ASRW show in New Orleans.
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    NASTF announces new executive director

    June 27, 2012
    William "Skip" Potter has been appointed the organization's executive director.
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    Training and Resources

    NASTF seeks Executive Director

    March 2, 2012
    Organization looking for an independent contractor to lead the organization.