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Empowering our members to become leaders of the industry, their business and local community

Uniting the Independent Automotive Industry

Automotive Service and Tire Alliance is North Carolina’s largest member-sponsored, non-profit professional association serving the independent automotive repair and tire industry for over 50 years.

ASTE

Enhance your knowledge and skills at the Automotive Service and Technology Expo, featuring educational sessions, workshops, and demos.

Empowering Members

ASTA is here to help the independent automotive business owner by leveling that playing field between them, big corporations and dealerships.

ADVOCACY

We work to keep you informed on new legislation, regulation changes, environmental compliance, and labor laws that effect your business.

Apprenticeship Initiative

Invest in the future of your business and mentor the next generation of automotive technicians with the North Carolina Automotive Apprenticeship Program. With no cost to participate and the potential for wage reimbursement, it’s a win-win for your business and your employees. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to take your company to the next level – register now for the Automotive Apprenticeship Program!

Our Industry Partners

At ASTA we are proud to partner with some of the industries leading companies to offer our members discounts on the services you need to run your business.

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“The ASTA gives a big sense of community and connectedness with others who are in the same boat.”

Mike Byer, Mike Byer Auto & Truck Repair

“Great resource for business owners wanting to improve their operations and help change the automotive service industry.”

– John Hill, Jeep Guys, Greensboro, NC

“The training is always top notch and meetings are very informative.”

Robert Crawford, R & N Motor Company, Inc.

News & Articles

NC Legislative Update

NC Legislative Update

18 emissions counties to be reduced to one.  When? Only one NC county out of the current 18 will ‘eventually’ maintain emissions inspections.  The EPA (federal) will receive the NC Dept. of Environmental Air Quality’s report which is already passing the air...

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ASTE Update

ASTE Update

Raleigh, July 17, 2023 – The Automotive Service and Tire Alliance is excited to announce the premier automotive trade show, Automotive Service Technology Expo (ASTE) is coming to Durham, NC September 28th - September 30th. ASTE is the automotive event of the year....

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NC Legislative Update

NC Legislative Update

18 emissions counties to be reduced to one.  When? Only one NC county out of the current 18 will ‘eventually’ maintain emissions inspections.  The EPA (federal) will receive the NC Dept. of Environmental Air Quality’s report which is already passing the air...

NASTAF Update                      Dear Techs/VSPs…

NASTAF Update Dear Techs/VSPs…

Dear Techs/VSPs, A helpful hint for techs when reviewing ownership/authorization documents in the field: A Driver's license that had not expired but found with holes punched into the document was accepted as proof of authorization to support a Customer D1...

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NC Legislative Update

18 emissions counties to be reduced to one.  When? Only one NC county out of the current 18 will ‘eventually’ maintain emissions inspections.  The EPA (federal) will receive the NC Dept. of Environmental Air Quality’s report which is already passing the air...

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Join us at the

Automotive Service & Technology Expo

Sept. 26-28, 2024 in Durham, NC

50+ management and technical seminars taught by the industry’s best and nationally known presenters, in addition to a vendor trade show and a variety of networking events! 

Sheraton Imperial Hotel

4700 Emperor Blvd I-40 #282, Durham, NC 27703