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Western Association News
CAA Complaint Leads to DOI Legal Opinion on Opt-OEM Parts
Written by Ed Attanasio
On Oct. 8, Kenneth Schnoll, general counsel and deputy commissioner of the California Department of Insurance (DOI), sent a letter to the California Autobody Association (CAA) to issue a legal opinion pursuant to California Insurance Code Section 12921.9 based on a complaint filed by the trade organization.
VECO Experts CEO Speaks at CAA East Bay September Meeting
Written by Ed Attanasio
Mark Olson of VECO Experts was the featured speaker at California Autobody Association's East Bay chapter meeting on Sept. 19 at the PPG training facility in Concord, CA.
ASA Northwest Celebrates 9th Annual Family Fun Night
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
On August 23, ASA Northwest hosted its 9th Annual Family Fun Night at Cheney Stadium in Tacoma, WA, as the Tacoma Rainers took on the Reno Aces.
New Technology, Leadership Highlight CAA's Path Into 2019
Written by Ed Attanasio
The California Autobody Association (CAA) said good-bye to its executive director, David McClune, at the beginning of the year so he could focus on his health and family after 17 years of service.
ASA Northwest Enjoys Successful 25th Annual Golf Tournament
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
On August 8, ASA Northwest held its 25th Annual Golf Tournament at the Eagles Pride Golf Course in Tacoma, WA.
ASA Northwest Spokane Chapter Participates in WACTE Conference
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
On August 6, the Spokane Chapter of ASA Northwest participated in the Washington Association Career Technical Education (WACTE) Conference at the Davenport Grand Hotel in Spokane, WA.
CAWA Scholarship Program Awards Evolve Scan Tool to Christina Schneider
Written by Rochelle Beckel
OTC and O’Reilly Auto Parts have enhanced CAWA’s 2018 scholarship program by awarding the highest-ranking student seeking a career as an automotive technician an Evolve scan tool.
BAR Program Representative Speaks at East Bay CAA Chapter Meetings
Written by Ed Attanasio
Program Representative II Mark Guess, who works for the Field Operations and Enforcement Division at the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR), made a two-part presentation to the members of the East Bay chapter of the California Autobody Association (EB-CAA) on June 16 at Back 40 Texas BBQ in Pleasant Hill, CA.
ASA Northwest Enjoys Educational Summer Retreat, Management Conference
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
ASA Northwest members gathered from June 21--24 at the Red Lion Hanford House in Richland, WA, for the association’s 2018 Semi-Annual Summer Retreat and Management Conference.
CAWA Elects Michael Rukov of RepWorks Marketing as 2019 Secretary
Written by Rochelle Beckel
At its June leadership meeting, the CAWA Board of Directors elected Michael Rukov of RepWorks Marketing as its 2019 Secretary to the Board of Directors.
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CAWA, representing the automotive parts industry, is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2018 scholarship awards.
ASA Northwest Spokane Chapter Celebrates Excellence
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
On May 9, the Spokane Chapter of ASA Northwest held its third annual Celebration of Excellence Awards Ceremony at Spokane Community College in Spokane, WA.
ASCCA/CAA Takes On the Capitol at 2018 Annual Legislative Day
Written by Ed Attanasio
Every year, the California Autobody Association co-hosts CAA/ASCCA/Joint Automotive Aftermarket Industry Legislative Day as automotive repair industry members in the Golden State convene at the Capitol in Sacramento to let their voices be heard.
Alltrade Tools Supports CAWA's Scholarship Program
Written by Rochelle Beckel
CAWA is pleased to announce that Alltrade Tools, thanks to CAWA Board member Greg Livingston, will make available “$500 Powerbuilt gift certificates” to the 2018 association scholarship awardees.