IGNITION POINT
What Are You Worth?
In many ways, the art and science of servicing and repairing hearts parallels the traits found in those who heal automobiles. The trouble is that unlike those who work on hearts, you don't get paid what you're truly worth ... Read More

TOOLS & PARTS
What's in the Box?
As business owners, we strive to provide our customers with the best service possible. Choosing what parts are purchased and installed is our decision. But does anybody care? ... Read More

CARCHITECTURE
New GF-5 Vehicle Lubricant Standard Approved
Designed to improve the performance of new downsized engines and emission technology, new GF-5 lubricants will also change the service landscape ... Read More

VOICES
The Choice to Share is a Force for Good
At most shops, one technician generally rises to the top. Whether that person chooses to keep or share their accumulated wisdom can separate ... Read More

BEYOND THE VIN — SUBSCRIPTION-BASED CASES
Excessive Engine Oil Consumption In Certain GM Trucks and SUVs with 4.8L or 5.3L Engines
Some General Motors customers may comment on excessive engine oil consumption. The rate of oil consumption described may be around 1 quart of engine oil ... Read More

NOTICE — SPRING 2010 NASTF GENERAL MEETING
The next NASTF General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 1:30 pm in Grand Salon IX-X of the Meritage Resort, 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa, California. This meeting will be held in conjunction with the Equipment and Tool Institute's ToolTech. The meeting agenda and other details will be posted at NASTF.org shortly.

SERVICE INFORMATION
Theft-Related Parts: A Dilemma Worth Talking About
Achieving automobile service parity between dealerships and independents is not an easy, one-shot fix. Theft-related parts is the latest challenge to be tackled by the National Automotive Service Task Force ... Read More

TREND WATCH
Recall Management is Seldom a Smooth Journey
Any time a car company recalls millions of vehicles worldwide, it's deadly serious, yet as bad as recalls can be, maintaining some perspective and calmness is crucial ... Read More

THIS IS YOUR NASTF
Why Do Dealerships Care About NASTF?
At first blush, some in the automotive community might question why the National Automobile Dealers Association is involved with the NASTF ... Read More

MEETING NOTES
SDRM Policy for LSID Sub-Accounts Revised
The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) has implemented a new policy that will affect all current and future Locksmith Identification number sub-account holders who use the Secure Data Release Model ... Read More

NASTF IN THE NEWS
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NASTF Fall 2009 Meeting Keynote Address: State of the Aftermarket Presentation, by Steve Handschuh, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association - Part I, Part II ... Jaguar Land Rover Signs NASTF Service Information Standards Agreement ... Looking for Secure Data Release Model Information?

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