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Jake Boggs of Undercar Plus has been Appointed to CAWA’s Board of Directors
During the appointment process, Young Suhr Jr., Chair of the Board of Directors, commented: “I am pleased to announce that Jake Boggs is joining the CAWA Board of Directors. He is a welcomed addition to our leadership. I look forward to Jake’s participation and contributions to CAWA in assisting the Association in achieving its goals as an effective and valuable automotive care industry organization”, continued Suhr.
Mr. Boggs has spent twenty-five years in the automotive aftermarket in various positions within sales, operations, marketing, purchasing and product management. He spent the first ten years working alongside his father running J&C Auto Supply in Whittier, California. Later in his career he worked for RPS Marketing representing over thirty product lines with award winning success. Over the past twelve years, he has continued to advance his career by working with three uniquely diverse southern California based warehouse distribution companies., i.e., Hanson Distributing, Warren Distributing and Undercar Plus.
Mr. Boggs has served on the Alliance Product Committee and the AC Delco Distribution Council, as well. He has five children, a beautiful granddaughter and resides in Irvine, California with his wife, Natasha. See complete press release here.
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It's Time to Celebrate Industry Week and Register for CAWA's Annual Dinner Gala
CAWA is holding our Annual Dinner Gala in Las Vegas on October 29, 2023 to celebrate our leadership and scholarship awards to students & automotive high school teachers. Enjoy networking among industry colleagues and a fast pace live auction all benefiting our scholarship fund. We would like to thank our exclusive sponsor Motorcar Parts of America who has again graciously sponsored our event. This year we are starting a little later in order to not conflict with other events, in particular the AWDA Awards ceremony that you may want to attend. To register click here.
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Bryan Riske of First Brands Group Has Been Appointed to CAWA’s Manufacturers’ Advisory Council | |
During the appointment process, Young Suhr Jr., Chair of the Board of Directors, commented: “I am pleased to announce that Bryan is joining the CAWA Manufacturers’ Advisory Council representing First Brands Group. I look forward to his participation and contributions to CAWA in assisting the Association in achieving its goals as an effective and valuable automotive care industry
organization”, continued Suhr.
Mr. Riske started his career in the aftermarket in 2016. He has spent a significant amount of time in the tire industry, including working for Bridgestone Retail Operations and Belle Tire Distributors. Currently, he is the Senior Director of Sales for the First Brands Group. He graduated from Kendall College with a degree in Business Administration. Mr. Riske lives in Wentzville, Missouri with his wife and three girls. See the complete press release here.
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Consumers Overwhelmingly Support the Right to Repair
According to a recent YouGov Survey of 1,000 vehicle owners conducted from June 29 – July 5, a sizable majority of Americans support a federal vehicle right-to-repair law that would prevent
automakers from restricting vehicle owners’ repair options. Americans believe they should be able to decide where and who repairs their vehicle and have access to their vehicle’s data. They also showed a strong preference for independent repair shops over dealerships. Key results included:
- 94% want to choose where their vehicle is repaired;
- 93% want to choose who repairs their vehicle;
- 79% are willing to share their vehicle data with independent repair shops;
- 75% support legislation preventing auto manufacturers from restricting consumer access to vehicle data;
- 74% believe vehicle owners should have access to their vehicle data;
- 63% would take their vehicle to an independent repair shop.
Source: aftermarketNews
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How Americans View Electric Vehicles | The idea of phasing out the production of new gas-powered vehicles by 2035 faces more public opposition than support. About four-in-ten Americans (38%) say they’re very or somewhat likely to seriously consider an electric vehicle (EV) for their next vehicle purchase, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey. Half of U.S. adults say they are not too or not at all likely to consider purchasing an EV, while another 13% say they do not plan to purchase a vehicle. The share of the public interested in purchasing an EV is down 4 percentage points from May 2022. See more here. Source: aftermarket MATTERS | |
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Vacation Policy: Employer Has Latitude, But Beware of Illegal Impacts | Can we have different vacation policies for different worksites and for different groups in the same office? Yes, California employers may establish different vacation policies among their employees. Paid vacation is a discretionary employee benefit offered by employers. Because there are no laws requiring employers to provide paid vacations to employees, companies may decide who is entitled to paid vacation leave, the amount of leave, and when vacation can be taken. See more discussion here. Source: Our Friends at the California Chamber of Commerce | |
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Our Members Say It Best
I wanted to share with you all the incredible benefits of getting involved in industry associations. It's not just about "more work" - trust me, there's so much more to it! Industry associations provide a fantastic platform for professionals like us to connect, learn, and grow together. Here are associations few that I am proud to be a part of:
CAWA
Women in Auto Care
Young Auto Care Network Group
Here are a few reasons why I highly recommend getting involved:
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Networking Opportunities: By joining industry associations, you gain access to a vast network of like-minded professionals who share your passion and expertise. These connections can lead to valuable collaborations, mentorship opportunities, and even potential business partnerships.
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Professional Development: Let's face it. You want to know how this is going to benefit you. Well, industry associations offer a wealth of resources, workshops, and conferences that can enhance your knowledge and skills. Stay updated on the latest trends, advancements, and best practices in your field, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve.
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Building Credibility: Active involvement in industry associations demonstrates your commitment to professional growth and development. It showcases your dedication to staying current and relevant in your industry.
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Community and Support: Being part of an industry association means being part of a supportive community. Surround yourself with individuals who understand the challenges and triumphs of your profession. Share experiences, seek advice, and celebrate successes together.
Don't miss out on the incredible benefits of getting involved with industry associations! I am truly thankful for all the connections, friends, and partners I have met along the way.
Source: Autumn Lamb, GSP North America and member of CAWA’s Manufacturer Advisory Council
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Workers are Worried About AI — and They Have Every Right to Be | |
Workers are deeply worried about artificial-intelligence tools such as ChatGPT replacing them, and survey after survey shows they should be. About 47% of business leaders are considering using AI tools such as ChatGPT instead of hiring new workers, according to a survey by tech news and product review outlet Tech.co. About 52% said ChatGPT and similar AI tools would never replace an entire role in their business, but respondents also said that more than a quarter of their current workload could be completed by AI.
“AI tools are rapidly changing the way employees deliver tasks across a broad range of industries. Everything from coding to legal advice can now be carried out by AI — and ChatGPT has only been available to the public for around six months,” according to Tech.co lead writer Aaron Drapkin, in a statement released with the survey results. “Although respondents to our survey seemed divided on whether ChatGPT or similar AI tools could soon replace an entire role, with new use cases arising almost every day, the future of business and its relationship with AI is becoming increasingly unpredictable. It could majorly impact hiring going forward — and for some businesses, it already is.” Read more here. Source: Sacramento Business Journal
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How Arizona’s Early Embrace of Automated Vehicle Technology Is Paying Off | |
In 2017, The New York Times labeled Arizona the place “where self-driving cars go to learn.” With millions of test miles under their belt, today, those vehicles have graduated from development to safe deployment, placing Arizona at the forefront of automated technology. Even George Jetson might be surprised at the self-driving taxis, autonomous delivery services, and electric and hydrogen-powered semitrucks navigating the highways and streets of the Grand Canyon State.
“Arizona stands as the closest real-world embodiment of the Jetsons’ fantastical flying cars,” said Danny Seiden, president and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which in May hosted a panel discussion with electric vehicle (EV) and automated vehicle (AV) leaders. “Arizona is the Kitty Hawk for autonomous vehicles.” See more discussion here. Source: Technology & Innovation
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2023 Midyear Employment Law Update - California
In California there is no “slow season” when it comes to employment laws and human resources. Read on here for a snapshot of employment law developments that have occurred thus far in 2023. Source: Our Friends at the California Chamber of Commerce
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Help CAWA Raise Funds for its Two Scholarship Programs – For Students and Automotive High School Teachers | This year, Sean Ruitenberg, of Premium Guard, is Chair of the Scholarship Fundraising Committee. See his request for donations (here) and the form (here) you can use to donate prizes and/or funds for this year’s event. Fundraising will be the focus of this year’s annual gala dinner the Sunday night before AAPEX on October 29, 2023 sponsored by Motorcar Parts of America. Register for CAWA's Annual Gala Dinner here. | |
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Digital Influence on Auto Parts to Reach $200B by 2026 | |
Digital influence on the automotive parts and accessories market will be at $177 billion in 2023 in the US, according to a recent report from Hedges & Company. The digital marketing agency projects that the impact of digital media on retail sales, both online and office, will reach $200 billion in 2026 and $217.8 billion by 2028.
According to the report, digital influence is the ability to create change in opinions or behaviors based on exposure to online reviews, search engine results, social platforms postings, online videos, online brand messaging and other digital sources.
Pre-pandemic, digital influence on auto parts and accessory sales was at $142 billion and jumped 13% in 2020 with an increase in e-commerce as consumers largely stayed and worked at home and shopped online. View the complete report here. Source: AMN aftermarketNews
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Looking for a Waiter or a Tight Rope Walker or an Automotive Professional?
Tell your company’s HR Department (or the person in charge of hiring your associates) that CAWA has an industry specific job board. We created the job board and participate in conjunction with the Auto Care Association, MEMA, SEMA and ASA to name a few national associations. So, your job opening would be viewed by a great number of candidates given the exposure, through not only CAWA distribution, but the other industry association’s communications vehicles, as well.
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