IGNITION POINT
Have We Lost Our Way?
To succeed in today's fast-paced automotive markets, developing, implementing and ultimately servicing effective technological innovation is a must. Having and employing an open mind in regards to innovation is optional ... Read More

CARCHITECTURE
Making Automotive Software Safe
Automobiles today can have hundreds of onboard computers and millions of lines of code spread across integrated systems. Should we be worried? ... Read More

TOOLS & PARTS
Generic vs. Branded Parts: There Is a Difference
When a customer bounces into your shop on worn-out shock absorbers, what you recommend puts your good business reputation and more on the line ... Read More

VOICES
Have I Got a Proposition for You
It's time for shops to understand why they need to belong to an association and make the commitment to actively participate to improve the professionalism of the industry from which they derive their livelihood ... Read More

JUST THE FAQs
Where can I Learn About How the SDRM Works?
Service Repair and Locksmith professionals can test-drive the Secure Data Release Model (SDRM)tutorial here. Those wishing to access key code or other vehicle security information can apply to the SDRM Registry or get more information here.

NOTICE — FALL 2010 NASTF GENERAL MEETING
The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) 2010 Fall General Meeting will be held on Sunday, Oct. 10 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, in conjunction with the Automotive Service & Repair Week. Details will be available shortly at the NASTF website.

TOOLS & PARTS
Tool Up: Do Not Get Left Behind
General or specialized repair? Original equipment (OE) or generic diagnostic tools? While shops, technicians and others within the industry continue to debate these questions, for me, it's a no-brainer. Shop specialization and factory tools ... Read More

EDUCATION & TRAINING
No Free Rides
One of my most persistent experiences has been that there are a fair number of people who believe that the mechanics they know should be willing to work on their vehicles for free. And they do not feel guilty for expecting it ... Read More

THIS IS YOUR NASTF
Independent Service Information Providers Support NASTF
The founders of NASTF felt it would be appropriate for independent service information organizations to have a voice on the NASTF board of directors, considering their interest in OEM service and repair information ... Read More

MEETING NOTES
2009 SDRM Statistical Report Submitted
The Secure Data Release Model continues to experience rapid growth in registered accounts, user LSIDs and information queries. An annual report for 2009 was submitted to the NASTF board recently ... View Slideshow

NASTF IN THE NEWS
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ASRW Hosts NASTF Fall General Meeting in October 2010 ... NASTF Website Now Includes J2534 Programming Information ... Right to Repair Agreement Arrives in Time ... The Myth of 'Dealer Only' Keys

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