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Border Tax and NAFTA Exit Could Harm US Motor Vehicle Industry, Study Finds
July 19, 2017
DETROIT - Two proposed policy changes - imposing a border adjustment tax (BAT) and withdrawing from the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) - would likely fail to achieve their goal of reversing the trend of offshoring...
MEMA Takes Lead in Supporting Legislation for Automated Vehicles
July 11, 2017
In its on-going effort to advance policy and regulation that will support the adaption of automated vehicles in the U.S., MEMA has joined a coalition calling for Congress to take action that will make automated vehicles a reality...
U.S. Aftermarket to Grow at an Annual Rate (CAGR) of 3.6% through 2020
July 05, 2017
BETHESDA, Md. and RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. -- The U.S. automotive aftermarket is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.6 percent through 2020, according to the “2017 Joint Channel Forecast Model”...
MEMA Testifies in Lead Up NAFTA Discussions
June 29, 2017
After weeks of voicing a clear position on behalf of its members regarding renegotiating or modernizing the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) testified before the...
The New Aftermarket Reality: Road Ahead Requires Collaboration, Shared Vision and Planning for the Connected Aftermarket
June 27, 2017
AASA President and COO Bill Long discussed the steps by automotive aftermarket partners needed to address the industry’s new realities in his presentation to the CAWA Summer Educational Forum. RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – As...
MEMA Continues to Warn that Changes in Import Rules for Aluminum and Other Materials Could Put U.S. National Security at Risk
June 21, 2017
In comments submitted June 20 to the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) warned again that policy changes that prevent or encumber motor vehicle parts suppliers’ ability to obtain...
White House to Meet with MEMA and Other Auto Industry Leaders on Tax Reform
June 14, 2017
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association President and CEO Steve Handschuh will join other automotive industry executives today in a meeting with the White House’s National Economic Council (NEC). The meeting, which has...
AASA Addresses Aftermarket’s Vital Role in Bridging the Gap to Connected / Automated Cars
June 13, 2017
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) discussed the significant impact that aftermarket solutions can have in improving road safety. RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The automotive aftermarket industry has a vital...
Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association Voices Strong Positions in Lead Up NAFTA Discussions
June 12, 2017
Washington, DC -- In comments submitted June 12 to United States Trade Representative (USTR) Robert Lighthizer, the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) took a firm stance on behalf of its members arguing that great...
Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association Warns that a Border Adjustment Tax Could Hurt U.S. Competitiveness and Put 45,000 Jobs at Risk
June 01, 2017
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, which represents 1000 member companies, supports tax reform initiatives that will increase American manufacturing employment without putting an integrated supply chain and jobs at...