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U.S.-United Kingdom Agreement
March 19, 2020
Background: On October 16, 2018, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) notified Congress that the Trump administration intends to enter into negotiations for a trade agreement with the United Kingdom This notification is...
Section 232 Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum
March 19, 2020
BACKGROUND: In 2017, the Secretary of Commerce, under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, investigated the effects of steel and aluminum imports on America’s national security. Under Section 232 authority, the President can...
‘Dragons’ will Debate the Economy and the Aftermarket at the AASA Vision Conference
March 18, 2020
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The AASA Vision Conference session, “The 3 Dragons, Last Battle,” will showcase a lively debate featuring the investment community and industry analysts. These “dragons” will debate the future of the...
Auto Industry Urges Administration to Reconsider USMCA Implementation Date
March 13, 2020
The following is a joint press release issued on March 13 by the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), the American Automotive Policy Council (AAPC), AIADA, Here for America, and the National Automobile Dealers...
AASA Vision Conference Moves Online in Response to Current Conditions
March 12, 2020
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – Due to growing concerns surrounding COVID-19 (coronavirus), the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) announced it will transition the AASA Vision Conference to an online experience...
China Section 301 Investigation and Actions to Address Intellectual Property Violations
March 10, 2020
MEMA Staff Contacts: Bill Frymoyer and Leigh Merino Background: In 2018, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) took actions to impose tariffs on billions of dollars’ worth of imports from China. These tariffs are...
AASA Vision Conference to Explore Global Sourcing in a Post-Trade War Environment
March 04, 2020
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The recent trade war environment has forced the automotive aftermarket to consider new strategies to maintaining successful global sourcing operations. At the AASA Vision Conference, set for March 26...
The Ford Motor Company to Share its Perspectives on Electrification at the AASA Vision Conference
March 03, 2020
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – Electrification of the automotive market continues to have an increasing impact on the automotive aftermarket. The 2020 AASA Vision Conference, set for March 26, 2020 in Rosemont, Ill., will host a...
Randy Buller to Explore Hybrid Distribution Model Opportunities at the AASA Vision Conference
February 27, 2020
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The distribution landscape is changing quickly, and aftermarket suppliers benefit from understanding these crucial changes. The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) will host a session...
AASA Vision Conference to Share Valuable Insights on Critical Trends and Issues Affecting the Aftermarket
February 26, 2020
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The automotive aftermarket is undergoing transformational changes that will require suppliers to keep close track of the latest trends and opportunities. The AASA Vision Conference, set for March 26...