- FIGIEFA – The Brussels-based international federation and political representative of independent wholesalers and retailers of automotive replacement parts and their associated repair chains.
- EGEA – The Brussels-based European Garage and Equipment Association, representing the interests of both manufacturers and importers of garage and test equipment.
- MIWA – Located in six regions of South Africa, the Motor Industry Workshop Association is part of the umbrella Retail Motor Industry Association, which represents repair garages conducting general repairs, auto electricians, driveline and transmission specialists and vehicle accessory centers.
AIA Hosts European Aftermarket Leaders for Global Issues Talks
posted by AJOT | Oct 15 2013 at 03:33 PM | International Trade | Logistics
To promote cooperation on legislative and technical issues of importance to the economic health of the independent auto care industry on a global basis, the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) recently hosted leaders of several European and South African aftermarket organizations for week-long talks. Among the issues addressed were Right to Repair, challenges posed by car company telematics systems and the common goals for the U.S./EU free trade agreement currently being negotiated.
Participants in last week’s meetings in Bethesda, Md. and Washington, D.C. included: