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Section 232 Tariffs on Automobiles and Automotive Parts
October 17, 2019
Background: Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 allows the president to impose tariffs on imports that the Department of Commerce deems a threat to the United States’ national security. In 2018, the Department of...
MEMA Responds to Announced Plans to Update NCAP
October 16, 2019
MEMA is encouraged to learn that NHTSA has announced its plan to propose updates to the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) in 2020. As outlined in the announcement, NCAP encourages “automakers to invest in safety.” MEMA supports...
MEMA Joins Over 400 Companies and Organizations Urging Congress to Pass USMCA
October 16, 2019
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) joined over 400 other organizations and businesses in signing a letter to Congress urging an autumn passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The National...
AASA's AutoTech Connect and Mobility Innovation Conference Put Focus on Tech in the Automotive Aftermarket
October 16, 2019
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) just wrapped up its second event focused on advancing technology and business interests for the automotive industry. AASA’s Mobility Innovation...
MEMA Responds to Announcement of Progress in U.S.-China Trade Deal
October 11, 2019
MEMA is encouraged by the news that the administration has made progress on a “Phase One” trade agreement with China, and we appreciate the hard work both parties have invested to reach this point. We will review the details of...
Know Your Parts Offers Technicians at AAPEX the Chance to Win a $5,000 Prize
October 10, 2019
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) Know Your Parts® (KYP) Booth (#34001) will feature a scavenger hunt that will be both fun and educational for industry technicians attending...
Other Key Trade Items
October 03, 2019
Airbus Tariffs: April 8, 2019: USTR proposes tariffs on EU products valued at $21 billion July 1, 2019: USTR threatened to impose additional tariffs on EU products valued at $4 billion after comments on the first list of products...
MEMA Hosts New Webcast on Vehicle Data and the Right to Repair
September 24, 2019
MEMA will livestream a new webcast on Thursday Sept. 26 to raise awareness about vehicle data and how restrictions could limit consumer choice. Many drivers across the nation are unaware that their vehicles are collecting data...
Auto Care Association and AASA Partner on Your Car. Your Data. Your Choice. Campaign
September 18, 2019
BETHESDA, Md. – The Auto Care Association and the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) today announced a strategic partnership to educate and activate the industry and consumers in the fight for access to, and...
Heavy Duty Content Grows at AASA Technology Conference
September 06, 2019
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The AASA Technology Council (ATC) board of governors has planned for an increased focus on heavy duty content during the 2019 AASA Technology Conference, which will take place Sep. 29 – Oct. 1 in...