Posts published in “Northwest”

Industrial Finishes & Systems provides CARE Act resource guide for body shops

By Staff/Wire Reports on April 13, 2020

The guide is provided as a free resource to help body shops better understand recent changes to the Family and Medical Leave Act enacted as a result of the COVID-19 crisis.

Fast Undercar connects with customers to help navigate pandemic’s impact and prospects for new accounts

By Rob Merwin on April 9, 2020

Economic crisis presents opportunities for wholesale distributor to nurture customer relationships and build new business.

Building systems and processes for today — and to carry into tomorrow

“As an industry — whether it’s the collision repair shop, jobber or supplier — we’re all going to be better as a result of this," says Mike Duncan, Industrial Finishes

Building systems and processes for today — and to carry into tomorrow

By Rob Merwin on April 9, 2020

Oregon-based collision distributor uses newly developed technology to service shops amid the pandemic; builds and reinforces supply chain partnerships.

Northwest shop owner ‘battens down the hatches’ and prepares for return of business

Monthly operating expenses at Valley Automotive traditionally run approximately $140,000-$150,000, but Bryan Kelley has determined he can bring that down to $80,000 if he has to and still pay the bills.

Northwest shop owner ‘battens down the hatches’ and prepares for return of business

By Rob Merwin on April 1, 2020

Valley Automotive owner trims expenses and develops plan of action for additional cuts as need be from week to week.

ASA Northwest turns focus toward member safety and assistance

“Everyone is reaching out to help others less fortunate — and that’s what we’re all about in this country as well as right here in ASA. We support our membership, their business needs and becoming a resource for them to call so they get answers to their questions," says Jeff Lovell, executive director.

ASA Northwest turns focus toward member safety and assistance

By Rob Merwin on March 25, 2020

Executive Director Jeff Lovell says aftermarket coming together to provide solutions and answers in wake of coronavirus.

Oregon high schools develop diesel programs as CTE gains traction in district

The scope of McNary's program will be centered on foundational diesel and the classes will allow students to enter into any post-secondary diesel program or the industry.

Oregon high schools develop diesel programs as CTE gains traction in district

By Staff/Wire Reports on March 18, 2020

McNary High School will feature a 5,000-square-foot shop and an adjacent classroom.

Shop best practice list of ‘to-do’ options for slow days

By Staff/Wire Reports on March 18, 2020

In light of the Covid-10 outbreak and in preparation of a slowdown, the ASA Northwest Board of Directors has prepared a best practice list of “to do” options for shop owners.