Jason Pugh of Pugh Aftermarket Solutions has been Appointed to CAWA’s Manufacturers’ Advisory Council | |
During the appointment process, Tom Ogaz, Chair of the Board of Directors, commented: “CAWA welcomes Jason to the leadership of CAWA. 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 Ogaz.
Mr. Pugh has 30 plus years of experience in the automotive industry, holding roles in various executive capacities. His resume includes working for Beck/Arnley, Genuine Parts Company, Bosch and Parts Authority. Four years ago, Jason made a decision to go out on his own as manufacturer rep, business advisor and consultant. He believes that building personal relationships with individuals and organizations through clear lines of communication are essential for the success of any business. He is very active in the automotive community, has a love and passion for the industry and has experienced its resiliency over the decades. He looks forward to working closely with his colleagues at CAWA as the industry continues to evolve. See complete press release here.
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CAWA and the Auto Care Association Need Your Assistance Now
We need to move the REPAIR Act bill forward in Congress. If not, we risk losing all the momentum we've gained over the past year. It’s a new year, but the issue remains the same: the need to secure every American’s right to repair their own vehicle. The REPAIR Act has gone further than previous federal legislative attempts before and momentum is now on our side. We need your help to keep momentum up by pushing this bill to the next phase of the legislative process. Together, we must keep reminding lawmakers that the Right to Repair is critical for drivers to stay on the roads safer and longer, while supporting our U.S. economy. Your company can play a pivotal role in this journey. See how you can assist here.
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The Bureau of Automotive Repair Advisory Group (BAG) Met for Their First Quarterly Meeting of 2024 | |
Below are some highlights:
BAR staff reported via power point on 2023 legislation which will be available on their website. The 2024 legislation they are following thus far are:
AB 1901: This bill would, if an insurance company requests a salvage pool or an occupational licensee to take possession of a vehicle that is the subject of a total loss claim, and, subsequently, the insurance company does not take ownership of the vehicle, authorize the insurance company to direct the salvage pool or occupational licensee to release the vehicle to the registered and legal owner or lienholder of the vehicle after notice from the insurance company authorizing the release. The bill would require the salvage pool or occupational licensee to send 2 notices to the registered and legal owner and any lienholder of the vehicle 99 informing them that they have 30 days from the date of the first notice and 14 days from the date of the 2nd notice to pick up the vehicle from the salvage pool or occupational licensee before the vehicle is deemed abandoned. If the registered and legal owner or any lienholder of the vehicle does not pick up the vehicle in that timeline, the bill would require the vehicle to be deemed abandoned and would require the vehicle’s certificate of title to be deemed to be assigned to the salvage pool or occupational licensee of the department. The bill would authorize the salvage pool or occupational licensee to request that the DMV issue a salvage certificate or non-repairable vehicle certificate for the vehicle, as specified, and would require the DMV to issue the certificate upon receipt of a complete application.
SB 898: This bill would, beginning on January 1, 2025, require all vehicles sold in California to be equipped with a side window, windshield, back window, and sunroof that allow no more than 2% of ultraviolet A radiation, no more than 2% of ultraviolet B radiation, and no more than 10% of infrared radiation of the incident solar radiation into the vehicle, as specified. By creating a new crime, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program.
BAR staff reported on the impending implementation of the California Vehicle Safety Inspection Program (legislation sponsored by CAWA). The proposed regulations which were reviewed by the public during 3 workshops in 2023 have been submitted to the Office of Legislative (OAL) Counsel for approval. BAR expects approval to be noticed by mid-February. BAR has requested OAL to afford the implementation of the program immediately upon approval.
For more information or questions, contact CAWA’s California legislative advocate, Ryan Pierini at rpierini@mwcllc.com or 916.995.5323.
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How State Cannabis Laws Affect Testing, Questions About Use | |
I’ve heard California law protects employees who use cannabis. Is it true that we can no longer test for, or discipline, an employee who tests positive for cannabis at the workplace?
Although it is true that in the past two years California has enacted laws that change how employers may address cannabis use in the workplace, employers still are permitted to take appropriate steps to enforce a drug free workplace policy. Those steps include testing applicants and employees, and disciplining employees for possession of, use of or impairment from any drugs, including cannabis. See more discussion here. Source: Our Friends at the California Chamber of Commerce
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Follow These Basics to Ensure Sales Success
John Wooden, perhaps the best college basketball coach ever, used to start each season by showing players how to properly put on their socks and sneakers as a mistake here could ‘domino-effect’ its way all the way to lost games. Vince Lombardi, the great Green Bay Packers coach, once said that football basically comes down to two things: blocking on offense and tackling on defense, and those great Packer teams spent 80% of their time practicing those two basics. Red Auerbach, who coached the Boston Celtics to eight consecutive championships, is known for having players practice basic shots like layups and free-throws over and over and over again. Wooden, Lombardi, Auerbach, and all other great coaches have always known that mastery of the basics was the best way to ensure success. The best teams, companies, and individuals in any field of endeavor have always been really good at the basics. Selling is no exception to this. Click here for the 5 Basics to Sales Success. Source: John Chapin
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Time for Employers to Complete California Privacy Rights Act Compliance as Court of Appeal Lifts Injunction on Enforcement | Employers had a big win in late June 2023 when a trial court in Sacramento enjoined until March 29, 2024, enforcement of the final regulations under the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), the only one of 14 recently enacted, comprehensive state data protection laws that applies to human resources information. This extended grace period ended prematurely on February 9, 2024, when the California Court of Appeal rejected the lower court’s injunction and restored enforcement authority immediately to the California Privacy Protection Agency. The court’s decision also impacts enforcement of upcoming regulations addressing cybersecurity audits, risk assessments, and automated decision-making technology, as the appellate court also rejected a future, one-year stay on enforcement imposed by the Sacramento trial court. As a result, employers that were waiting until March 29, 2024, to complete their CPRA compliance work should accelerate completion of those efforts, and they also should carefully monitor the rulemaking process for the three pending sets of regulations. Learn More. Source: Littler | |
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CAWA Supports the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation’s (AACF) Industry Employee Assistance Program
AACF’s program offers resources for unexpected adversity like:
· Floods, earthquakes, storms and fires
· Catastrophic medical conditions
· Life-changing accidents
· Devastating fatalities
The best part? Their program is completely free! Please share this information with your manager or HR department.
For more information please email Misty@AftermarketCharity.org or call 772-286-5500 with questions.
Download their Industry Partner Program Resource Kit (zip file) with valuable information about their program.
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Asking Applicants about Vehicle Ownership May Be Discriminatory
We’ve experienced challenges with employees being unable to come to work due to car troubles. In job interviews, is it OK to ask an applicant whether they own a working vehicle, to ensure consistent attendance?
Generally, no — asking an applicant whether they own a working vehicle may be discriminatory unless driving a personal vehicle for work falls under the essential duties of the position for which the applicant is applying. See further discussion here. Source: Our Friends at the California Chamber of Commerce
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The Motorcar Parts of America – Selwyn Joffe Scholarship Award Program - Awards for Automotive High School Teachers
The oftentimes forgotten individuals in educating and training students in preparation for automotive careers is the high school automotive teacher. Whether it’s their use of personal funds to keep their programs going or their need for certification to keep their instructor and program status, CAWA wants to assist them in achieving success.
The Association has established a scholarship program to help these teachers in several ways, including financially. CAWA represents manufacturers, distributors and retailers that could supply these high school automotive teachers with products, tools and other resources for classroom use to assist them in providing relevant, up to date and quality education and training for their students. Access to industry training being conducted by CAWA members could be made available to the automotive high school teachers for their own knowledge and development.
Teachers that are interested in applying for a scholarship should complete an application for consideration, found here (PDF) or fill out the online form here or request an application from programs@cawa.org. NEXT DEADLINE: May 31, 2024
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CAWA Memorial Scholarship Awards for Students
This scholarship program supports educational opportunities for you, your family, employees and those interested in a career in the auto care industry. Applying is easy! The online application process allows students interested in auto care industry careers to submit one application each year online at www.automotivescholarships.com and receive consideration for several scholarships. Preference will be given to those seeking a college level, vocational or technical program pursuing a degree, accreditation or certificate in the auto care industry. A candidate’s permanent residence must be located in the states of California, Nevada or Arizona. Applications are accepted through March 31 of each year. Scholarships will be awarded in June of each year. The applicant with the highest ranking each year will receive the Mort Schwartz Scholarship Award. NEXT DEADLINE: March 31, 2024. APPLY HERE!
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