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NASTF e-News
August 2009

WELCOME TO NASTF eNEWS!
What's NASTF e-News All About?

This quarterly publication will share NASTF’s recent efforts and initiatives, as ell as provide information relevant to our industry regarding current and emwerging issues, information, training and technology ... Read More

ToolsSERVICE INFORMATION
What if Aftermarket Serviceability was Built into Vehicles?

Imagine a world in which aftermarket service considerations were part of the automobile design and manufacturing process, right from the star ... Read More

TREND WATCH
Eco-Technologies Converge

Bundling eco-friendly technologies to optimize fuel consumption, engine load, and emissions continues to be an emerging trend from OEMs. Audi’s new A4 2.0 TDIe is the latest example of this. ... Read More

VOICES
When Technology Overwhelms

I firmly believe — because I practice it — that if you use the service information that is available, you will be successful repairing cars ... Read More

NOTICES
Join Us on Nov. 3 for the NASTF Fall General Meeting
The meeting will be held on Nov. 3, 2010, beginning at 1:30 p.m. at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas NV. A panel discussion on Non-Key Code Uses for the Secure Data Release Model will highlight the meeting.


Looking for Secure Data Release Model Infromation?
For application and registration information, a tutorial, answers to FAQs or other SDRM-related links ... Click Here to Learn More

IGNITION POINT
Collaboration Drives Service Information Forward

In a quiet moment in your world, think about this for a moment: Collaboration has changed the world of automobile service information ... Read More

EDUCATION & TRAINING
Flex Fuel Servicing: Don’t Shoot the Tech

Vehicles running on ethanol blends use very complex fuel strategies. The question is: Are you prepared and ready to service and repair them? ... Read More

THIS IS YOUR NASTF
ETI Keeps the Service Industry on Track

The Equipment and Tool Institute ensures that proper tools, equipment and information are available to shops before new models and changes ... Read More

MEETING NOTES
NASTF Responds to Changing Industry Needs

Born in a cauldron of time and pressure, NASTF's focus has been on identifying industry needs and providing meaningful and complete solutions ... Read More

NASTF IN THE NEWS
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