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Auto Care's top subject matter experts offer their best aftermarket advice, research, and analysis influencing the health of the automotive aftermarket to stay current in a fast-paced industry.

Auto Care Association's mission is to protect and advance the interests of businesses providing aftermarket products and services for all classes of motor vehicles. view more

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Industry Expert Advocates for Remote Diagnostics and Enhanced Data Privacy in the Automotive Sector
Mike Tanner, Director of Vehicle Technology and Innovation at the Auto Care Association, discussed the benefits of remote diagnostics in the automotive industry, citing its efficiency, convenience, and …
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API is Here!
The Auto Care Association’s ACES®, PIES® and IPO™ reference databases (VCdb, Qdb, PCdb, PAdb, and Brand Table) currently and historically have been available to users for download through a manual download …
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YANG Call for Content
We Want to Hear from You! Do you have a suggested topic in the areas of professional development for under-40 professionals? Or do you have a recommendation on a potential speaker you want YANG to consider …
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Impact Award: 4 Under 40
The YANG Mentorship Program is designed for young professionals in the automotive aftermarket who are passionate about their growth and development. The program provides opportunities for members to focus …
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YANG T-Shirt Fundraiser Continues
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) raises monies each year in support of the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) through a nationwide fundraiser. This year, YANG is thrilled to …
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YANG Mentorship Program
The YANG Mentorship Program is designed for young professionals in the automotive aftermarket who are passionate about their growth and development. The program provides opportunities for members to focus …
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2024 YANG at Fall Leadership Days Recap
YANG held its open council meeting at the Auto Care Association's Fall Leadership Days event on Sept. 4 at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor in Baltimore, Md. YANG was excited to network with other volunteer …
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New Exemption to Digital Millennium Copyright Act Broadens Protection for Vehicle Data Access
New rule provides exemption to DMCA that allows vehicle or vessel owners and lessees, or those acting on their behalf, to access, store, and share operational data, including diagnostic and telematics …
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New Data in TrendLens™
Four new data points available in the Economic and Industry Indicators section of TrendLens™, Auto Care Association's interactive data platform for members.
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Port Strike Tentatively Resolved, with Automation, Job Protection Remaining as Key Issues
The ILA and USMX reached a tentative agreement to end the three-day strike at East and Gulf Coast ports, extending the contract through Jan. 15, 2025, while automation and job protection issues remain …
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ILA and USMX Reach Tentative Agreement to End East and Gulf Coast Port Strike
On Oct. 3, 2024, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX) representing ocean carriers and marine terminal operators, announced that they have …
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White House Briefing - Port Strikes
The White House Office of Public Engagement invites you to join a virtual briefing on Friday, October 4 at 11:00 AM ET for an update on the strike at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports with senior officials …