Auto Care Association

Tomorrow, Congress votes on the REPAIR Act. Today is our final push. We want to thank the incredible members of the automotive aftermarket who have been using their voices, platforms and networks to rally support for Right to Repair. The screenshots below are just a small sample of this industry coming together to protect consumer choice, competition and access to safe, affordable vehicle repairs. Now we need everyone else to join them. OEMs may have the deep pockets, but we have the numbers... only if we all participate. Sending a letter takes just 30 seconds on repairact.com: ✔️ Enter your name and address ✔️ The message is automatically generated ✔️ Click “Take Action Now” That’s it. And if you’ve already sent one? Send another. This final push matters. This is a crucial moment for our industry, independent repairers, parts suppliers and drivers everywhere. We all have a role to play in protecting the right to repair modern vehicles. Take action today and help us get this across the finish line!

⏰ Congress is moving quickly this week, and Right to Repair is on the agenda. Our window to act is closing fast. The REPAIR Act is about protecting consumer choice and ensuring drivers and independent repairers have access to the tools, software and data needed to repair today’s vehicles. Without it, repair options shrink and costs rise. Now is the time to make your voice heard. Take 30 seconds to send a letter to Congress urging support for the REPAIR Act at REPAIRAct.com. Every message counts in this final push! Even if you’ve already sent a letter, send another one today. Momentum matters right now, and lawmakers need to hear from all of us. This is a defining moment for the future of automotive repair. Your action could help get the REPAIR Act across the finish line. Thank you for taking action quickly 🙏

What a week in Atlanta. Nearly 1,000 automotive aftermarket professionals came together for an incredible few days of learning, networking, collaboration and conversations that will help shape the future of our industry. From packed education sessions and meaningful hallway conversations to new partnerships and fresh ideas, the energy at Auto Care Connect was unforgettable. And as we wrapped up an amazing event, we received encouraging news in the fight for Right to Repair. We’ll have more to share in the coming days, but right now we need this industry to keep the momentum going. We are closer than ever, but we need action TODAY. If you support consumers, competition and the future of the independent aftermarket, send a letter to your legislators RIGHT NOW urging them to support Right to Repair. Not tomorrow. Not later today. Right now. Send an automated letter here: REPAIRAct.com

We need your voice now more than ever. The REPAIR Act protects consumer choice, preserves access to vehicle data and ensures independent repair shops can continue serving drivers. Now is the time to act. Contact your lawmakers TODAY and urge them to support the Right to Repair. Every letter helps move this forward. 📝repairact.com Let’s protect the future of automotive repair, together. #righttorepair #REPAIRAct #autocare

What a Day 3 it’s been at #AutoCareConnect! From celebrating some of the best marketing and communications teams in our industry to the mind-blowing illusions of renowned magician David Kwong — the day couldn’t have started on a better note. Attendees spent the afternoon diving into breakout sessions, recording podcast episodes, and making meaningful connections every step of the way. This event is always exciting, but more importantly, it continues to shape the evolution of our industry. As our final keynote speaker Colin O'Brady reminded us: “Strive Together. Thrive Together.” We’re carrying that energy into our final day here in ATL and looking forward to what tomorrow will bring. #AutoCare #Connect2026

Find out who Bill Hanvey REALLY is… 🤭 We are looking forward to an impactful week full of learning, networking and collaborating… Welcome to all who are coming out to our largest learning event of the year! Young Auto Care Network Group Aftermarket Content Professionals Network (ACPN)

Next week... it’s go time! In this week’s Membership Minute, Todd Finnerty shares what members need to know before heading to Auto Care Connect. The agenda is live, the app is ready, and the countdown is officially on. If you’re joining us at Connect, make sure you: - Check out the keynote sessions and industry-led education - Plan time for meaningful networking - Stop by to meet the membership team - Support the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation - Grab an Automotive Content Professionals Network T-shirt while supplies last This week’s update also highlights just how much is moving on the policy front, from right to repair and vehicle data to ADAS reporting, automated vehicle safety standards, and state-level developments across Illinois, Minnesota, California, and Maine. Haven’t caught up yet? Now’s the time. We’re looking forward to connecting with members in person next week. See you at Connect!

🚨 Three Leadership 2.0 Scholarship Opportunities. One Big Opportunity to Grow. 🚨 Looking to invest in your professional development this year? Three Auto Care Association communities are offering University of the Aftermarket Leadership 2.0 scholarships, designed to help emerging leaders build the skills, confidence, and connections to thrive in today’s aftermarket. Here’s how you can apply: Aftermarket Content Professionals Network (ACPN) 📅 Deadline: May 29 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/g4CG9iAD Manufacturers' Representatives Community 📅 Deadline: May 30 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dMCeHnRW Young Auto Care Network Group 📅 Deadline: May 30 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eM6NqqHK Whether you're shaping content strategy, building relationships in the field, or growing your network early in your career, Leadership 2.0 offers practical tools you can apply immediately.

📊 Ready to level up your category strategy? The Auto Care Association’s Category Management Summit is just around the corner, bringing together industry leaders, analysts, and category experts for a focused look at what’s driving growth in today’s aftermarket. Whether you're looking to: ✅ Strengthen your category strategy ✅ Unlock actionable insights from data ✅ Collaborate with peers facing similar challenges …this event is designed to deliver practical takeaways you can put to work right away. Join us for meaningful conversations, expert-led sessions, and networking opportunities that help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market. 📍 Don’t miss your chance to be part of it: https://lnkd.in/dPddkK24 Aftermarket Content Professionals Network (ACPN)

BIG NEWS: John Treece,  Named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® Finalist! We are thrilled to announce that our Founder & CEO, John Treece, is a finalist for the 2026 Southeast Award! This prestigious honor recognizes leaders who disrupt markets and drive meaningful growth while redefining the future of business. In addition to leading DMA Industries, John proudly serves on the Board of Directors for the Auto Care Association, helping shape the future of the automotive aftermarket industry. John was selected among 35 finalists by an independent panel of judges based on his entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to purpose, and the long-term value created at DMA and within the communities it operates.  "This recognition reflects far more than individual achievement. It represents the collective effort, resilience, and passion that have fueled DMA Industries from the very beginning. My mission has always been to create customer value through a company culture rooted in teamwork, creativity, and best-in-class execution."  John Treece A huge thank you to our incredible DMA  team, customers, and partners for making this possible. Congratulations to all the finalists reshaping the future of business! #EOYSoutheast #EYUS #AutomotiveAftermarket #Leadership #TeamDMA