ASCCA’s John Eppstein Talks Cool Air Rebates on ABC 10 News Posted on 8/29/2025 ASCCA’s John Eppstein Talks Cool Air Rebates on ABC 10 News Check out the interview here: https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/new-california-program-offers-financial-assistance-for-vehicle-air-conditioning-repairs Read more about the Cool Air Rebate here: https://coolairrebate.org/

BAR new Advertising Regulations that take effect October 1, 2025 Posted on 9/26/2025 BAR new Advertising Regulations that take effect October 1, 2025§ 3371.2. Requirements for Advertising Automotive Repair.(a) A person or entity engaged in the business of automotive repair shall clearly display in any Internet-based advertising the following:(1) Firm Name. The dealer's firm name as it appears on the State registration certificate as an automotive repair dealer. (2) Registration Number. The number issued by the Bureau to the dealer as proof of registration as an automotive repair dealer. (3) Telephone Number. The telephone number shall be the same as that listed for the dealer's firm name in the Bureau's records. Frequently Answered Questions:1) Do we need our ARD# on our websites? Is there a definition of online advertising in the regulation we can refer to? The regulations do not define onl ... read more

LEGISLATIVE UPDATEJanuary 6, 2026From: Jack Molodanof Sent: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Subject: Legislative & Regulatory Updates - Jan 2026 Good morning, Happy new year! The Legislature reconvened yesterday, entering 2026 amid a challenging fiscal environment. The state faces an estimated $18 billion budget shortfall and is preparing for the potential impacts of reductions in federal funding. We anticipate the introduction of more than 2,000 new bills this year, with a February 20 deadline for bill introductions. We will monitor and review relevant legislation and bring key measures to your attention for consideration and action. Below are the legislative updates, including two-year bills carrying over from the prior session, as well as regulatory updates. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you. Jack Molodanof ____________________ Legislation Electric Vehicle Batteries SB 615 &nda ... read more

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Below is the legislative and regulatory update summary.   We will continue to review, monitor and report. Legislation   Vehicle Batteries        SB 615 –Electric Batteries – Concerns. Requires an automotive repair dealer that removes a battery from a vehicle that is still in service to participate in a core exchange program established by the battery supplier and be responsible for either returning a removed battery to the battery supplier or sending it to a qualified facility.  Status: Assembly Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee. Employment                AB 518 - Paid Family leave – Concerns. Expands the definition of “family member” for purposes of the Paid Family Leave Program to allow workers to take time off to care for a seriously ill designated person. Status: Senate Ina ... read more

May Team Weekend May 17-19, 2024 Embassy Suites, Walnut Creek 1345 Treat Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94597 Register Online Now!Book your Hotel by April 17, 2024Download the Team Weekend Notice/Registration Form (Also Available via Zoom!)   THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:   SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: (Tentative) Friday, May 17: (Dress Code – Casual) 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Welcome Reception (lobby) – Hosted by the ASCCA State Membership Committee: Light refreshments and drinks pro ... read more

January Team Weekend January 26-28, 2024 Embassy Suites, Sacramento 100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814 Register Online NowBook your HotelDownload the Team Weekend Notice/Registration Form (Also Available via Zoom!)   THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:   SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: (Tentative) Friday, January 26: (Dress Code – Casual) 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Welcome Reception (lobby) – Hosted by the ASCCA State Membership Committee: Light refreshments an ... read more

NEW CALIFORNIA LAWS FOR 2024 Every year, hundreds of new laws are enacted that impact California automotive repair dealers. Below is a brief summary of some of the key measures, in no particular order, that take effect January 1, 2024, unless otherwise noted. Minimum Wage Increase.   Reminder that effective January 1, 2024, the minimum wage will increase to $16.00 per hour for all employers regardless of size, based on a cost-of-living provision in the state minimum wage law. (SB 3 of 2017). Please note that local minimum wage ordinances may be higher.   BAR Citation and Fine Regulations.   Effective July 1, 2024, BAR may issue a citation and levy a fine against an automotive repair dealer (ARD) of up to $5,000 for each citation. Violations include, among other things, improper estimates, invoices, authorizations, deviation from trade standards, misleading advertising and guarantees and improper record retention. An ARD may ... read more

ASCCA DECEMBER 2023 NEWSLETTER   Member News & Updates: Save the Date - 2024 Annual Training Conference; ASCEF updates; BAR updates; Upcoming Events and Meetings; Donations & Scholrships. Read More

ASCCA is encouraging members to support the California Chamber of Commerce "Hit the Pause" campaign on several employment bills. The link provided below is simple and fast:   Hit the Pause website link: https://thepausepledge.com/# ACT NOW link: https://californiaemployersvoice.quorum.us/campaign/47792/   The specific bills addressed in this campaign are as follows: AB 524 (Wicks); dramatically expands family caregiver status, increasing employment costs and potential litigation against CA employers; SB 365 (Wiener); increases employer defense litigatio ... read more