DOT Issues Proposed Rule on Connected Vehicles
In an effort to reduce crashes on U.S. roadways, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued a proposed rule on Dec. 13, that would advance the deployment of connected vehicle technologies. The proposed rule would “require all new light vehicles to be capable of Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communications, such that they will send and receive Basic Safety
U.S. Drivers Lack Trust in Automotive Repair Facilities
Two out of three U.S. drivers do not trust auto repair shops in general, according to a recent AAA survey. However, 64% have singled out an auto repair shop that they do trust. “To minimize the stress associated with vehicle repair and maintenance, it is critical that drivers find an honest repair shop that they
AAPEX Launches Quick Hit Information Sessions
Let’s Tech will make its debut at AAPEX 2016 with several 20 minute or less presentations on the latest technology in the automotive aftermarket industry. Topics include: • What You Need to Know About Telematics and Emerging Vehicle Technologies – Mitchell 1 • How Electronic Steering Will Change Your Business – CRP Automotive • The
AAPEXedu Hosting Connected Car Opportunities Session
With its increased focus on technology, AAPEX will highlight the Connected Car Opportunities education track in the 2016 AAPEXedu program. The Connected Car Opportunities track is one of six education tracks in the 2016 AAPEXedu program and its sessions include: – What the Aftermarket Needs to Know about Connected Vehicles, – Who Owns Your Car:
The Impact of the Connected Vehicle
The aftermarket is just beginning to understand the impact that connected vehicles can have on the future of the auto service business. This article describes that impact in terms of the maintenance options available to customers today and how those options will likely evolve in the future. Maintenance Planning & Correction The fact is that
Auto Care Association, IHS Hosting ‘Connected Car’ Webinar
The Auto Care Association and IHS Markit are continuing their Industry Analysis Webinar Series with “The Connected Car 2016 – Electronics and Software Impacting the Service Car Industry.” The webinar, presented by Colin Bird, IHS senior automotive analyst, will take place Aug. 17 at 2 p.m. Electronics and software in a modern vehicle accounts for
Auto Care Association Promotes Emerging Technologies Director
Joe Register has been promoted to serve as the director of emerging technologies for the Auto Care Association. “Vehicle telematics and all emerging technologies are the association’s top priority, so we are extremely excited to have such a knowledgeable, experienced and well-respected expert to direct our activities in this space,” said Bill Hanvey, president and
The Evolving Vehicle
Cars have come a long way since the first “production” vehicles made by Karl Benz. Power steering, automatic transmission, ABS systems and even TPMS, these technologies seem light years ahead of the technology in the first road car. Today we’re going even further, entering a new era of vehicle – the “smart” car. The autonomous
A Sit Down with the Auto Care Association’s Bill Hanvey
Bill Hanvey recently took over as president and CEO of the Auto Care Association in December, following the retirement of longtime leader Kathleen Schmatz. Hanvey lets us in on a few of his priorities for the association in 2016 and beyond. Bill, we’ve known each other for a number of years now – first during your time
Auto Care Association Names New President and CEO
The Auto Care Association has appointed Bill Hanvey as its president and chief executive officer. On Dec. 1, Hanvey will succeed Kathleen Schmatz who is retiring. Hanvey has more than 25 years of experience in the auto care industry. Most recently Hanvey was senior vice president of programs and member services at the Automotive Aftermarket