Editor’s Note: Paul E. Grech, 76, worked as a mechanic for 60 years and owned the former San Franciso shop, Allied Engine & Auto Repair, before retiring. In this column series, Grech shares his experiences and stories as a shop owner.
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Every year, hundreds of new laws are enacted that impact California automotive repair dealers. Here is a brief summary of the key measures that took effect Jan. 1, 2020, unless otherwise noted.
A Federal Court in Sacramento issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) stopping California’s enforcement of AB51, it’s recently enacted anti-arbitration law.
Mike’s Auto Body in Northern California’s East Bay presented five recipients with completely refurbished vehicles, Dec. 11, at its Antioch location.
Les Schwab Tire Centers will donate more than $151,000 worth of new tires to assist the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation in California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming
As new vehicle sales decline, registrations for 6-year-old or newer vehicles are up 5 percent this year Sacramento, Calif.—As the California new vehicle market continues…
Bob Cushing, WORLPAC’s president and CEO, handed CAWA’s President and CEO Rodney Pierini a $25,000 check for the association’s scholarship program.



