ASCCA MEMBERS, PLEASE SEE THE MESSAGE BELOW REGARDING EPA 609 CERTIFICATION FROM OUR CORPORATE PARTNER AUTOZONE: Be aware of upcoming changes to R134a purchases. The EPA has recently mandated that purchases of R134a items, with a volume greater than 2 lbs., will be regulated by section 609 of the EPA Clean Air Act, beginning January 1st, 2018. This applies to any single item that has a volume over 2 lbs., but is primarily regarding 30 lb. cylinders of R134a. This regulation requires that any individual purchasing this item have a 609 certification from an EPA approved certifying company. A list of these approved companies can be found at https://www.epa.gov/mvac/section-609-technician-training-and-certification-programs. We at AutoZone have found it easiest to work with MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society), ESCO Institute or Mainstream Engine ... read more

Committee's First Official Meeting was August 1, 2017 Committee meets monthly. Members are also involved with NASTF, SAE, CAWA, AutoCare Association, Auto Service Association. Current Committee Members include: Carolyn Coquillette, Chair David Kusa Craig Johnson Niko Sougias Pat Cadam Rocky Khamenian Connected Car Quarterly Digest Issue #01 - Q1 2018Committee Mission Statement & Objectives (as of January 14, 2018) Mission Statement The Committee shall protect the ability of ASCCA membership to do business in California, including safe, secure, and uninterrupted access to vehicle onboard systems and the required tools to fix them. Objectives #1 &nda ... read more