The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) continues to closely monitor a growing series of OEM policies and position statements that could have significant implications for competition, parts choice and the collision repair industry. The latest development comes from General Motors, which has restricted ordering of certain front frame rail service components for select electric vehicles to facilities Read more…
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) has submitted formal comments to the California Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) regarding proposed amendments to California’s Airbag Safety regulation. The ABPA’s comments were submitted as part of the state’s public rulemaking process and reflect the Association’s perspective as the representative of manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers of independently produced automotive collision Read more…
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) is continuing to monitor developments related to the refund of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Today, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) launched the next phase of its refund program, expanding eligibility for certain import entries as the agency continues implementing refunds ordered by the courts. Read more…
By Edward Salamy Executive Director, ABPA The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) has submitted comments to the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) regarding its proposed Section 301 actions related to certain economies’ forced labor import prohibition policies. In its submission, the ABPA expressed support for efforts to combat forced labor and promote fair trade Read more…
By Edward Salamy Executive Director, ABPA The automotive aftermarket is once again facing a significant trade policy development that could affect supply chains, replacement part costs, and vehicle repair affordability. On June 2, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced proposed actions under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 following investigations into Read more…
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) has released a new video highlighting key excerpts and findings from the research report, “Totaled: The Real Costs of Vehicle Loss,” authored by automotive industry researcher Dr. Blaire O’Neal. The video was developed to further expand awareness surrounding the growing trend of vehicles being declared total losses following collisions that may Read more…
The future of consumer choice and competition in vehicle repair is at a critical moment. On Wednesday, May 20, the federal REPAIR Act is scheduled to take its next step in the legislative process — and it is essential that Congress hear directly from our industry before that happens. NOW IS THE TIME TO SPEAK UP. Send Read more…
“TOTALED: The Real Costs of Vehicle Loss” explores how rising repair costs and market pressures are reshaping consumer outcomes following vehicle collisions Smithfield, RI — The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) today announced the release of TOTALED: The Real Costs of Vehicle Loss, a new consumer research report prepared by Dr. Blaire O’Neal of Depth Services. The Read more…
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) will soon be releasing new research that takes a deeper look at one of the most important—and often overlooked—trends in today’s collision repair environment. Total loss determinations are becoming more common. But the real story isn’t just how often they occur. It’s what happens next. In the coming weeks, the ABPA Read more…
Recent developments at the federal level indicate that the process for potential tariff refunds is moving forward, with important implications for ABPA members. A newly filed declaration from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) confirms that the agency is actively developing a system to process refunds of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Read more…
