Government Relations
Advocating for the Industry
Our Government Affairs team represents the industry’s complex set of interests before federal and state legislators and regulators, and advocates for policies that are favorable to our member businesses.
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$516 billion
industry
4.0
people employed in the industry
292 million
vehicles on the road
278,532
service outlets
Current Issues
After defeating the automakers in Massachusetts for a second time, we hope that action by voters will spur serious consideration of a data access bill on Capitol Hill to ensure that all U.S. car owners can continue to decide where and how their vehicle is maintained.
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We are working tirelessly on the Federal, State and local level to educate officials on how COVID-19 impacts the auto care industry. We have summaries of current federal and state response efforts as well as joint advocacy letters that we have signed onto with other trade associations impacted by COVID-19.
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We advocate for consumer access to and control of vehicle repair and maintenance data. We represent the interests of all drivers, individual car owners and the independent aftermarket industry that serve them. We’re fighting to secure choice and put car data back where it belongs – in the hands of car owners.
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Resources on U.S. and international trade policy affecting our membership and the auto care industry. Key trade issues include Steel and Aluminum Imports 232 Tariffs, Auto Imports 232 Investigation, Chinese Imports 301 Tariffs and USMCA.
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Education and action items on the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, which prohibits product manufacturers from conditioning consumer warranties on the use of any original equipment part or service.
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State-specific education on vehicle safety inspections, which save lives and improve vehicle reliability.
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Working on your behalf
The Government Affairs team meets with state and federal policymakers on a daily basis, pushing for pro-auto care industry policies. However, we need your help. Member advocacy takes many forms, from supporting fundraising efforts to reaching out to your elected officials. We want to empower you to become the most effective advocate you can be. Are you ready to help?
Advocacy is essential
Advocacy is essential, and by adding your voice, our impact adds up. This report details our 2021 efforts across all three facets of advocacy: grassroots, lobbying and PAC. However, in order to be effective, we must have your support and engagement. The 2021 Advocacy Report details ways you can get involved - and we made it as easy as 1, 2, 3.
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Latest News
Auto Care Association Joins More Than 100 Business Organizations to Launch America's Recovery Fund Coalition
Auto Care Association and AASA Urge President Trump to Push Efforts to Protect Auto Industry During COVID-19 Pandemic
Federal Government Issues Guidance to Define Vehicle Service and Repair as Essential Service
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