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Welcome to the ASA President's Blog. This blog is written by Ron Pyle, ASA's president and chief staff executive. The purpose of this blog is to provide commentary about the automotive repair industry and association news. Views expressed in this blog is that of the author, not necessarily the views of the association. We invite you to use the comments section to provide your input on each entry. To foster a civil, focused discussion, comments will be moderated for tone, focus and relevancy.

1. Silly Season

Written by RonPyle

Thursday, May 08 2008

To borrow a phrase from the national political scene, it is officially “silly season” in the automotive aftermarket governmental affairs arena. The aftermarket is quickly becoming the “world that doesn’t work” in the eyes of lawmakers around the country. When everyone is claiming to represent the same constituents, but espousing completely different views on the same issues, just how silly is that?


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2. Is the independent automotive service and repair industry recession proof?

Written by RonPyle

Monday, April 14 2008

While we’re not officially in a recession, the mainstream media seems intent on declaring we will be soon. In the past, our industry was deemed “recession proof,” but the market is certainly more complex today than in years past.

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3. For What It’s Worth ...

Written by RonPyle

Monday, March 31 2008

The lines are blurring when it comes to traditional parts distribution models. For the independent repairer, it’s about choice – and quality, availability and competitive prices each play a role. Business is earned by producing a value proposition that suits the circumstances of each repair as determined by the shop and its customer.


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4. Get Out Your Crystal Ball

Written by RonPyle

Monday, March 03 2008

What about the current political process inspires anyone to believe the net result will be positive for small business? Without resorting to any partisan view, is there anything on the horizon that leads us to believe that congressional gridlock or wasteful government spending is going to suddenly end? If you’re hearing the same messages I do, day-in and day-out, I would dare say your confidence might be suffering a bit too.


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5. The Great Divide

Written by RonPyle

Monday, February 18 2008

Everywhere I turn lately, I see division. How about you?


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6. Tough Love

Written by RonPyle

Tuesday, January 22 2008

I know that you are probably presented with many opportunities to contribute your time and money to efforts that are truly deserving, but Terry Legan is ‘one of us’ and his mission is in sync with our industry’s need to develop motivated and capable employees.


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7. Let’s Start Off the New Year on a Positive Note

Written by RonPyle

Tuesday, January 15 2008

There are a number of issues that affect small business that need to be addressed in ’08, and we shouldn’t have to wait for a new administration to take office for progress to be made.

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8. ‘How’s Your Business?’

Written by RonPyle

Friday, December 21 2007

ASA’s annual “How’s Your Business?” survey strives to be the most reliable indicator of current conditions and future trends in the independent automotive repair industry. Have you taken the time to read it yet?


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9. Holiday Traditions

Written by RonPyle

Friday, December 14 2007

Giving brings out the best in all of us. And although we are all exposed to some excess commercialism during the holidays, most would agree that giving is truly better than receiving.


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10. Where Do You Send the Bill?

Written by RonPyle

Tuesday, December 04 2007

Wouldn’t it be great if we could pass along all our increased costs to keep up with our own personal inflation? This is a great concept in theory, but in reality we must absorb them if no one places a monetary value on our services.


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