Automotive Communications Council

02/26/2026

Here is your friendly reminder! 🚨 The ACC Excellence Award nomination deadline is tomorrow, Friday, February 27th!

There are so many incredible marketing and communications professionals in our industry doing thoughtful, impactful work every day. Let’s make sure they’re recognized.

It takes just a few minutes to nominate someone, and it can mean a lot more than you think.

🔗 Nominate someone here: https://www.autocare.org/acc-excellence-award

01/29/2026

Thank you aftermarketNews for the press coverage announcing that we are the newest community to join Auto Care Association! 🎉

“For more than 80 years, the ACC has brought together marketing and communications leaders from across the aftermarket. Partnering with Auto Care enables us to broaden our reach, enhance our resources, and provide even more value to our members and the industry at large.” -Leyla Saad

For more information about the Automotive Communications Council, visit autocare.org/acc.

https://www.aftermarketnews.com/auto-care-acc-added/

Babcox Media

01/28/2026

ACC is ON AIR! 🎙️

ACC members take on Auto Care ON AIR's newest "Carpool Conversations" episode, with host and former ACC president Jacki Lutz. She dives into what’s next for automotive marketing as the Automotive Communications Council (ACC) comes under the Auto Care Association... bringing with it a stronger, more connected community for the people who turn complex parts, data, and fitment into stories that actually land.

Jacki was joined by current ACC President Leyla Saad (ZF Aftermarket) and industry veteran Lance Boldt (AutoNetTV Media, Inc.) while at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW).

Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g7g6mciW
Apple: https://lnkd.in/gFvUiNuU
YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gG_YudJ5

Learn more about Auto Care's newest community the Automotive Communications Council at autocare.org/acc

Watch here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/autocareorg_big-news-for-auto-care-industry-communicators-activity-7422040044883828737-bgS0?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAq--38Bo5zLH4TVrnOGFXyCzgOlN52JrLk

Big news for auto care industry communicators 🚗🎙️ On Auto Care ON AIR's newest "Carpool Conversations" episode, host Jacki Lutz dives into what’s next for automotive marketing as the Automotive Communications Council (ACC) comes under the Auto Care Association... bringing with it a stronge...

01/26/2026

We’re excited to share that the Automotive Communications Council has officially joined the Auto Care Association as its newest community 🎉

“For more than 80 years, the ACC has brought together marketing and communications leaders from across the aftermarket. Partnering with Auto Care enables us to broaden our reach, enhance our resources, and provide even more value to our members and the industry at large.” -Leyla Saad, chair, ACC.

We’re proud to be part of an organization that champions collaboration, professional development, and innovation across the industry, and we’re excited for what’s ahead.

🔗 Learn more: autocare.org/acc

🔗 Read more: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/auto-care-association-welcomes-automotive-3odjc

Leadership Council:
Leyla Saad
ZF Aftermarket
Chair

Sheila Sarkozi
RepairPal/ Yelp
Vice Chair

Chris Feist
DENSO Products and Services America, Inc.
Member

Alyssa McGhee
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc.
Member

Chris Messer
EndeavorB2B
Member

Kevin (KJ) Wilk
Litens Aftermarket, N.A.
Member

Patrick Cronin
NTN Bearing Corporation
Immediate Past Chairman

Mary ieng
Auto Care Association
Staff Liaison

BETHESDA, Md. – January 21, 2026 – The Auto Care Association today announced the addition of a new community to its membership with the introduction of the Automotive Communications Council (ACC).

01/20/2026

⏰ Tonight’s the night!

If you’re at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW), join us tonight for the ACC Meet-Up at HDAW.

📍 Silver Bar | Ga***rd Convention Center
🕘 9:00–11:00 PM
🍸 Pay your own | Cash bar

This is our first ACC gathering as part of the Auto Care Association, and we’d love to see familiar faces and meet new ones. No pressure, no panels — just good conversation and great connections. See you there 👋

01/15/2026

🚗✨ You’re invited!

The Automotive Communications Council (ACC) is hosting a meet-up at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) — and this one is extra special.

This will be our first networking event as part of the Auto Care Association, and we’re excited to bring together marketing and communications professionals from across the aftermarket.

📅 Tuesday, Jan 20
🕘 9:00–11:00 PM
📍 Silver Bar | Inside the Ga***rd Resort & Convention Center
🍸 Pay your own | Cash bar

If you’re attending HDAW and work in marketing, communications, PR, or brand strategy, we’d love to see you there. Come connect, catch up, and help kick off this next chapter for ACC.

👉 No RSVP needed, see you soon!

01/15/2026

Important update for ACC members 👋

ACC communications are officially moving under the Auto Care Association, which means future emails will come from .org addresses including:
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]

💡 Quick tip: add them to your safe sender list so you don’t miss important updates, events, or announcements.

Thanks for being part of this next chapter—we’re excited about what’s ahead! Read more: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/new-acc-email-integration-auto-care-upyuc/?trackingId=7oPvYSdlT2OXqsnixgN1lA%3D%3D

12/15/2025

ACC wrapped up the year with our virtual holiday party, and we’re so grateful for this community. ✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the connections, collaboration, and wins that made this year so meaningful. Moments like these remind us how strong and supportive the ACC community truly is.

Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season — and we’ll see you in 2026 ✨

12/10/2025

Tomorrow, join ACC’s Virtual Holiday Happy Hour! ❄️ Don't forget to register to attend! ✨

Join the ACC community for festive vibes, good conversations, and a fun hour together before we wrap up the year. 🎁✨

📅 Thursday, December 11
🕓 4:00 PM ET
🔗 Register to join: https://acc-online.org/event/holiday-virtual-happy-hour/

Don’t miss the last ACC event of 2025!

Join us for ACC’s final virtual event of 2025 — our Holiday Happy Hour! Let’s wrap up an incredible year together with a fun, casual hour of connection, celebration, and a few surprises along the way. Bring your favorite festive drink, turn on your coziest holiday vibes, and come hang out with...

12/04/2025

ONE. MORE. WEEK! 😆🎄

ACC’s Virtual Holiday Happy Hour is almost here — and we can hardly stand how excited we are to see you all!

Join the ACC community for festive vibes, good conversations, and a fun hour together before we wrap up the year. 🎁✨

📅 Thursday, December 11

🕓 4:00 PM ET

🔗 Register to join: https://acc-online.org/event/holiday-virtual-happy-hour/

Don’t miss the last ACC event of 2025!

12/01/2025

Get ready to celebrate next Thursday—register now! 🎉

Join us for ACC’s last virtual event of 2025 — our Holiday Happy Hour! 🎁🎄

Let’s close out another amazing year together with a fun, festive, and relaxed meet-up with the ACC community. Grab your favorite holiday drink, bring the good vibes, and hop on for an hour of connection before we head into the holiday break.

📆 Thursday, December 11
⏰ 4:00 PM ET
🔗 https://acc-online.org/event/holiday-virtual-happy-hour/

We’d love to see you there — don’t miss our final get-together of the year!
👉 Register now!