In 2013 Automotive Aftermarket Parts Exposition (AAPEX), it was reported that in next spring, the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) will be renamed as the Auto Care Association, or ACA.

After one year, reports get confirmed when AAIA ends their extensive rebranding initiative and made an announcement of rebranding itself as the Auto Care Association (ACA) on April 24, 2014. The announcement was made at a special luncheon celebration during the association’s Spring Leadership Days in Huntington Beach, Calif.
According to CEO and President Kathleen Schmatz, it is an “ambitious and bold rebranding initiative.”
This brave decision has not only made change in name but also redefined the industry from automotive aftermarket to auto care industry. Decision of rebranding is based on intensive research findings from interviews, meetings and focus groups with industry thought leaders, consumers, the media, policymakers and professionals in the education and business communities. An innovative and collaborative decision of rebranding AAIA to ACA truly reflect the concept of industry.

New brand helps consumers to understand the quality auto care service they can receive from members of ACA. After rebranding, association has launched a consumer education campaign called “Be Car Care Aware”. It provides the importance of vehicle maintenance and care.

Whether you are a new driver, a parent or experienced senior driver, “Be Car Care Aware” is the program designed just for you. It helps you to make productive and knowledgeable decisions when it comes to regular vehicle care, maintenance and repairs.

About ACA

ACA is a Bethesda, Md based automotive association. It has more than 23,000 member companies and affiliatesthat manufacture, distribute and sell motor vehicle parts, accessories, service, tools, equipment, materials and supplies.Through its membership, the association represents more than 100,000 repair shops, parts stores and distribution outlets.

ACA has incorporated grid of professionals dedicated to better serving for ever increasing reliance on road transportation. They provide quality parts, products and vehicle service and repair.

Auto Care Association promotes choice and innovation. Drivers are not bound to any specific auto care service, they can go anywhere they want for vehicle service and repairs. They are consistently working on providing long lasting vehicle parts and auto care services.

The association has launched a new website to represent the purpose of the renamed brand even more effectively.