by ARA | Sep 1, 2022 | Industry
By Sandy Blalock • ARA Executive Director The ARA 79th Annual Convention and Expo in Orlando, Florida was, in my opinion, a tremendous success in every way. Thanks to our event committee, led by Chairperson Natalie Miller, for timely and quality educational sessions...
by ARA | Sep 1, 2022 | Industry
By Marty Hollingshead • ARA President Like I always say, challenges can be opportunities in disguise. As my term as President comes to an end, I would like to share some of my thoughts and talk about what we have accomplished as an Association – which includes some of...
by ARA | Sep 1, 2022 | Industry
The highest-ranking brands and models are Buick, which is the highest-ranking brand in overall initial quality. Not-to-Miss News compiled by Caryn Smith Chip Shortages, Inflation and Quality Are Plaguing the Auto Industry “The Automotive MMI (Monthly Metals...
by ARN Poster | Sep 1, 2022 | Industry
The significance of the gavel passing at the 79th Annual ARA Convention & Expo is not to be missed. Shan Lathem takes on the role as ARA President, as only the fourth woman in the association’s 79-year history. By Caryn Smith The EC tries to divide and conquer when...
by ARA | Jul 1, 2022 | Industry
By Marty Hollingshead Is the pain worth the gain? Is the extra money you will get really worth all of the possible “bad will” that charging a new fee will create? With the rising costs of fuel and wages, among other things, how do we effectively pass these costs...
by ARA | Jul 1, 2022 | Industry
By Carlos Barboza “If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much.” Jim Rohn In 2012, I bought a small salvage yard with only 2.5 acres located in Orlando, Florida. I...
