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AASP/NJ’s Lou Scoras Memorial Golf Outing Returns! | AASP/NJ

AASP/NJ Awarded $5,000 to NORTHEAST Attendees | AASP/NJ

The May issue of New Jersey Automotive examines suspicious behavior by the NJDOBI, provides highlights of the 2023 NJ SkillsUSA State Championships, and much more!

AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST Dragon Slayers Address How to Overcome Shops’ Everyday Challenges | AASP/NJ

Young Veteran Receives Recycled Ride  at AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST | AASP/NJ

AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST Educational Panel Examines Shop of the Future | AASP/NJ

Two Young Technicians Receive Tools and Equipment from AASP/NJ at NORTHEAST | AASP/NJ

The April issue of New Jersey Automotive features a cover-to-cover recap of the NORTHEAST 2023 Automotive Services Show, with insights from AASP/NJ Board members, exhibitors, attendees, sponsors and more!

AASP/NJ’s Inaugural NORTHEAST Bodywork Bowl Brings Out the Best of the Best | AASP/NJ

AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST Exceeds Expectations with Never-Ending Crowds | AASP/NJ

AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST Expected to Break Records This Weekend | AASP/NJ

The March issue of New Jersey Automotive features a preview of the NORTHEAST®️ 2023 Automotive Services Show (March 17-19) which includes details of the inaugural BodyWork Bowl skills competition, a profile on a veteran body shop instructor and much more!

Registration for AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST “Shop of the Future” Panel Soars | AASP/NJ

AASP/NJ's NORTHEAST "Made in Jersey" Promo Pays Homage to The Sopranos

What a long strange trip it's been…but now it's time to get back to NORTHEAST. Publisher Tom Greco predicts 2023 will be amazing on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

AASP/NJ President Jerry McNee wants you to Stop Making Excuses; Start Making Plans for NORTHEAST 2023! on page 12 of New Jersey Automotive.

AASP/NJ Invites Techs to Show Off Their Skills at NORTHEAST | AASP/NJ

If your shop is not currently worried about spending $2 million on an electric boiler, make sure to thank AASP/NJ! Get the scoop on page 18 of New Jersey Automotive.

Do you believe that this industry needs to do a better job of educating today’s youth and the general public about the multitude of amazing job opportunities available in the collision industry? You’re not the only one! But there's a plan - learn more abo

AASP/NJ to Award a Total of $5,000 in NORTHEAST Dollars March 17-19 | AASP/NJ

Soar to New Heights with the NORTHEAST 2023 Educational Slate - get the details on page 30 of New Jersey Automotive.

The February issue of New Jersey Automotive includes a NORTHEAST®️ 2023 educational slate preview, a recap of AASP/NJ’s recent OSHA compliance webinar, and much more!

AASP/NJ to Award Aspiring Young Technicians at NORTHEAST 2023 | AASP/NJ

SCRS's blend study confirmed what shops already knew…Find out what NJ shops think about those findings in this month's New Jersey Automotive.

Registration for AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST 2023 Educational Slate Now Open | AASP/NJ

TGP Publisher Tom Greco is sick of all the "cancellations" & shares why it's time to return to the "buck stops here" mentality on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

Find out how one NJ shop is helping the next generation of repairers get some industry experience on page 16 of New Jersey Automotive.

AASP/NJ Members Obtain Crucial Compliance Content via Virtual Meeting | AASP/NJ

What does it take to be considered among the best body shops in the Garden State? New Jersey Automotive went on a mission to find out…and shared those findings in this month's New Jersey Automotive.

The 46th NORTHEAST®️ Automotive Services Show aspires to new heights by bringing in the industry’s biggest stars to conduct training while the show floor promises heavenly equipment to make the job that much easier. Discover what you can look forward to a

AASP/NJ Announces NORTHEAST 2023 Educational Slate Featuring Anderson, Luehr, Schulenburg, I-CAR and More! | AASP/NJ

Inflation and shop costs are out.of.control. But AASP/NJ president shares some ideas on what you can do about it on page 12 of New Jersey Automotive.

The January issue of New Jersey Automotive includes the Top 10 Body Shops in New Jersey, sky-high anticipation for NORTHEAST®️, shop owners’ thoughts on the SCRS blend study and much more!

AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST Show Recognized Among Top Trade Shows by Trade Show Executive Magazine | AASP/NJ

AASP/NJ Mourns Longtime Members Jack Wilson and Sal Failla | AASP/NJ

What does the “new normal” look like for repair shops in the Garden State? What challenges are they facing? Find out in the NJA 2022 Industry Survey on page 29 of New Jersey Automotive.

TGP Publisher Tom Greco is a picky eater…and apparently a psycho popcorn man! He explains on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

AASP/NJ’s New Jersey Automotive Industry Survey Reveals ‘The New Normal’ | AASP/NJ

What are you hiding behind YOUR secret door? AASP/NJ President Jerry McNee explores the concept on page 12 of New Jersey Automotive.

Pre-Registration for NORTHEAST 2023 Now Open | AASP/NJ

The December issue of New Jersey Automotive includes the 2022 industry survey results, a recap of the AASP National Board meeting, a tribute to Collision Advice’s Mike Anderson and much more!

“Mike is the best thing that ever happened to the collision industry,” according to AASP/NJ Executive Director Charles Bryant. “He speaks the language of those involved in the collision industry and has the ability to get his message across like no other.

Find out what happened when TGP Publisher Tom Greco tried the new Turo app on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

Collision repairers and automotive professionals from all over the Garden State packed the Gran Centurions in Clark, NJ on October 19 to honor their peers, collaboratively discuss ideas and obtain valuable resources and information during AASP/NJ’s Annual

Can collision repairers "Have It Your Way?" Jerry McNee discusses on page 12 of New Jersey Automotive.

Why don't customers trust auto body shops? Experts share their opinions on page 20 of New Jersey Automotive.

During the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey’s (AASP/NJ) recent Annual Meeting, Mike Kaufmann (Mike Kaufmann Dealer Group) became the newest inductee into the association’s Hall of Fame.

The November issue of New Jersey Automotive includes a tribute to industry icon Mike Anderson, a recap of AASP/NJ’s Annual Meeting & much more!

A highlight of the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey’s (AASP/NJ) recent Annual Meeting was the presentation of the New Jersey Automotive/Stan Wilson Body Shop of the Year award to Paul Sgro of Lee’s Garage in West Long Branch.

At Ultimate Collision (Edison), 90 percent of calibrations are performed in house, with the remainder being sublet. Close to a dozen vehicles require calibrations each week, according to shop owner Jerry McNee, who indicated that the biggest challenges ar

Is I-CAR Still Relevant?: A Q&A with CEO John Van Alstyne on page 28 of New Jersey Automotive.

As part of AASP/NJ's Annual Meeting held October 19 at Gran Centurions, Clark, NJ, Patrick Crome, a Mercer County Vocational School student employed by Compact Kars (Clarksburg), was named the recipient of the 2022 Russ Robson Scholarship Award.

An enthusiastic crowd of collision repairers from across the Garden State assembled at Car Lofts in Fairfield on September 14 for AASP/NJ's fall kickoff meeting. Learn more on page 16 of New Jersey Automotive.

Collision repairers & automotive professionals from all over the Garden State packed the Gran Centurions in Clark, NJ on October 19 to honor peers, collaboratively discuss ideas & obtain valuable resources and information during AASP/NJ's Annual Meeting.

The October issue of New Jersey Automotive includes a Q&A with the CEO of I-CAR , questions about calibration, details on how to take our annual industry survey and much more!

Why is TGP Vice President Alicia Figurelli's windshield still cracked? Find out on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

AASP/NJ Mechanical Chairman Keith Krehel recalls the battle of "Man and Machine vs. the Winter of 1709" on page 14 of New Jersey Automotive.

AASP/NJ President Jerry McNee wants to know if we'll ever wake up on page 12 of New Jersey Automotive.

A horrible post-repair inspection from someone you know comes to your shop…What do you do? on page 34 of New Jersey Automotive.

Dalmatians! 'Nough said. Read more on page 20 of New Jersey Automotive.

AASP/NJ Will Present Russ Robson Scholarship Award to a Young Talented Technician | AASP/NJ

AASP/NJ’s Annual Meeting to Feature Open Discussion, Board Election and Awards | AASP/NJ

AASP/NJ is thrilled to announce that exhibitor registration is open for their flagship event, the NORTHEAST® 2023 Automotive Services Show at the Meadowlands!!

Robin Ricca (Ricca’s Auto Body) surely knows how to navigate his way through the auto body world. But when he’s not on the phone talking to customers and insurers about the status of cars, Robin can most likely be found navigating something quite differen

Are direct repair programs still a viable business model for collision repair shops, or "Are DRPs Dying?" Find out on page 28 of New Jersey Automotive.

Publisher Tom Greco shares his thoughts on climate change on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

Collision repair shops and their parts suppliers need each other to survive. Shops can’t repair vehicles without parts, and suppliers cannot operate without clients buying their products. We asked parts suppliers what makes a good body shop customer. Find

AASP/NJ is looking forward to a fun-filled night of social interaction and education during its Fall kickoff meeting Wednesday, September 14 at 6:30pm at Car Lofts – a vehicle storage facility and social club in Fairfield, NJ.

Diminished value claims occur due to a loss in motor vehicle value. Attorney Mitch Portnoi explores the subject on page 34 of New Jersey Automotive.

The September issue of New Jersey Automotive includes a glimpse into a longtime AASP/NJ member’s after-hours pastime, explores what makes a good parts customer and much more!

Parkway Auto Body has been successfully providing quality service to its customers for 65 years and counting – with 0 signs of slowing down. Glenn Villacari shares an update on page 18 of New Jersey Automotive.

Attorney Mitch Portnoi provides insights on uninsured & underinsured motorist coverage on page 34 of New Jersey Automotive.

What are shops actually seeking when they select a parts provider? NJ shops share some thoughts on page 16 of New Jersey Automotive.

TGP Publisher Tom Greco recalls his recent trip to Atlantic City on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

Body shops work hard for every dollar earned, but is your money working hard for you in return? Find out how Certified Financial Service hopes to help by flipping to page 22 of New Jersey Automotive.

AASP/NJ Fall kickoff meeting, with SCRS Executive Director Aaron Schulenburg, set for Wednesday, September 14 at 6:30pm at Car Lofts – a high end vehicle storage facility and social club – located in Fairfield, NJ.

Some phones are ringing off the hook, while others are starting to see a slowdown. What's happening with the backlog in New Jersey? Flip to page 28 of New Jersey Automotive to get the scoop!

The August issue of New Jersey Automotive includes a look into the current state of shops’ backlog, explores what makes a good parts supplier, profiles a longtime AASP/NJ member and more!

“There’s no question about it – we all see the need for young technicians.” AASP/NJ President Jerry McNee took steps to address the problem by participating in CREF's 20th Annual Golf Outing.

AASP/NJ President Jerry McNee shares his thoughts on his first experience at the Collision Industry Conference.

AASP/NJ President Jerry McNee wants to know: "Whose Money Is It?" He shares his thoughts on page 12 of New Jersey Automotive.

AASP/NJ members got a jump start on learning about Audi materials and EV technology with Mark Allen. Get caught up with the recap on page 20 of New Jersey Automotive.

"Who the f@$% is Dean & why does he have access to my account?" TGP Publisher Tom Greco recounts his encounter with a "hacker" on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

Frustrated with inaccurate vehicle history reports? Learn how Condition Now combats inaccuracies with facts on page 26 of New Jersey Automotive.

Ever imagine life after retirement? Robbie Berman (formerly of Robbie’s Automotive and Collision Specialists; Dover, NJ) shares his journey on page 24 of New Jersey Automotive.

As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly prevalent on the roads, collision repair shops have begun seeing more damaged EVs in need of repair, but are EVs really that common? How will the increase in EVs impact shops? And how can auto body repair fac

The July issue of New Jersey Automotive includes a cover story on the EV revolution, a feature on a recently retired shop owner and longtime AASP/NJ member, a recap of AASP/NJ’s training event and much more!

In an effort to help collision repairers get a jump start on up-and-coming vehicle technology, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) hosted a training meeting featuring Mark Allen, manager of collision, equipment & EV after

Livingston Collision has family values - and a family legacy to uphold. Co-owner Brad Crawford shares their story on page 36 of New Jersey Automotive.

During a recent AASP/NJ meeting, Tim Ronak explored the construct of "prevailing rates" and explained why shops have a narrow window to act. Check out the recap on page 20 of New Jersey Automotive.

Do you know the difference between a cash discount and a credit card surcharge? We sure didn't, but one of them can get you into trouble! Turn to page 26 of New Jersey Automotive for an expert's insights.

Are our vehicles becoming disposable? Publisher Tom Greco explores the idea on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

Audi’s Mark Allen to Address EVs, Material Preparedness at June 22 AASP/NJ Meeting | AASP/NJ

Vehicles are becoming more complex…and shops performing high-quality, safe repairs are becoming harder to find. Will you survive the technical tsunami? Get tips on page 30 of New Jersey Automotive.

The June issue of New Jersey Automotive looks into the future of who will repair vehicles in 2030, recaps AASP/NJ’s most recent training and Town Hall sessions, features a member shop and much more!

As the winner of a Q5.2 three-torch MIG/MAG welder from Prize Sponsor Spanesi Americas, Dave Rush (D&M Auto Body; Rockaway) will continue to reap the benefits of participating in NORTHEAST 2022 for years to come.

NORTHEAST 2022 presented an… interesting… situation for publisher Tom Greco. He shares his horrifically comical story on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) brought together dozens of automotive industry professionals May 19 at the Holiday Inn in Clark, NJ for a Town Hall meeting.

After a decade with Audi – and several decades prior with other European brands – Rich Maniscalco deserves a nice, long break from the chaos of the automotive industry…but he has not decided what retirement means for him just yet. Rich shares his thoughts

The future of the collision repair industry shined bright at the NJ SkillsUSA collision repair competition.

AASP/NJ Invites Industry Professionals to Open Discussion Town Hall Meeting

The right teacher makes all the difference. Check out the story about Salem County Vo-Tech’s new instructor:

Registration Form: AASP/NJ's "Town Hall" Thursday, May 19 at 6pm - Holiday Inn Clark

Your customers appreciate what you do, especially when you take the time to educate them, but do they really understand all that’s involved with repairing a vehicle and running a shop? NJ consumers reveal what they know on page 24 of New Jersey Automotive

Ten attendees at the NORTHEAST® 2022 Automotive Services Show walked away $500 richer, thanks to a fun and exciting contest that was a win-win for show-goers and exhibitors!

The May issue of New Jersey Automotive includes a recap of the New Jersey SkillsUSA competition, an eye-opening look at what consumers know (and may not know) about the collision repair industry, a conversation with an industry inspiration, and much more!

“Labor Rate is only part of the labor sale equation,” AkzoNobel’s Tim Ronak informed attendees during the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey’s (AASP/NJ) virtual meeting on April 28.

The April issue of New Jersey Automotive includes an extensive recap of the excitement, experience and energy of AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST 2022 Automotive Services Show and much more!

“Collision shops can’t continue playing insurers’ games by their rules. We have to start thinking in terms of market-based Labor Rates,” according to Sam Valenzuela (NABR).

AASP/NJ President Jerry McNee wants to know: “Are You Using the Weapons in Your Arsenal?” Read his message on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

What’s Charlie Bryant’s favorite things about NORTHEAST? Find out on page 10 of New Jersey Automotive.

The Past Merged with the Future at NORTHEAST 2022… Get the scoop inside the return of AASP/NJ’s flagship event starting on page 24 of New Jersey Automotive.

NJ mother receives restored 2016 Honda CRV through NABC's Recycled Rides at NORTHEAST 2022.

The April issue of New Jersey Automotive includes an extensive recap of the excitement, experience and energy of AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST 2022 Automotive Services Show and much more!

The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) presented the Second Annual Young Technician Awards to two promising young technicians on March 19 during the 2022 NORTHEAST® Automotive Services Show.

TOMORROW – BACK WHERE YOU BELONG at AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST® Automotive Services Show is back March 18-20 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center (MEC) in Secaucus!

With progressing technology, such as advanced driver assistance systems, becoming more and more prevalent in today’s vehicles, repairers will not want to miss “The Future of ADAS,” a panel discussion focused on the evolution of ADAS, as well as current tr

Collision repairers will not want to miss out on “Mastering the Appraisal Clause” at NORTHEAST 2022 March 18-20 at the Meadowlands in Secaucus, NJ

IN JUST ONE WEEK – BACK WHERE YOU BELONG at AASP/NJ’s NORTHEAST® Automotive Services Show is back March 18-20 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center (MEC) in Secaucus!

The March issue of New Jersey Automotive includes everything you need to know about the NORTHEAST® Automotive Services Show happening March 18-20, a feature on women in collision, a recap of AASP/NJ’s most recent training on overcoming insurer objections

Looking for a way to enhance your shop's manpower in light of the ongoing tech shortage? Be sure to check out the special panel, “The Continuing Tech Shortage: How Do We Fix It?” at NORTHEAST 2022, March 18-20 at the Meadowlands in Secaucus.

NORTHEAST 2022 Educational Slate Includes Pivotal Labor Rate Panel Discussion

AASP/NJ will award a total of $5,000 in NORTHEAST DOLLARS – $500 each to 10 lucky attendees – to be applied toward any purchase at the show, which is set for March 18-20 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center (MEC) in Secaucus, NJ.

The February issue of New Jersey Automotive includes a preview of the NORTHEAST® 2022 show which returns with a bang this March, an indepth look on how NJ shops are coping with current challenges, a feature on retiring Acme Nissan Parts Manager Gary Sinay

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Out of This World Education & Experience: NORTHEAST Returns With a Bang!

Labor Rate, Tech Shortage, ADAS Panels Highlight Updated Educational Slate at NORTHEAST 2022... AASP/NJ shares updated educational slate.

AASP/NJ to Host Virtual Training Event on “Overcoming Insurer Objections” with AkzoNobel’s Tim Ronak

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AASP/NJ Unveils Educational Program for NORTHEAST 2022

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