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05/29/2026

Message from the CAWA President & CEO

I told my federal elected officials that I support the Right to Repair legislation. Why don't you? See: I deserve the my vehicle, and you do too. You can help by telling your lawmaker here: https://www.repairact.com/. It's simple and easy and will be noticed! Thank you. Rodney Pierini, CAWA President & CEO

05/28/2026

🎉 Congratulations to CAWA’s 2026 Scholarship Winners!

CAWA is proud to recognize this year’s outstanding scholarship recipients and celebrate their commitment to advancing the future of the automotive aftermarket industry.

These scholarships reflect CAWA’s ongoing investment in developing the next generation of leaders, innovators, and skilled professionals who will shape our industry for years to come.

We applaud each recipient for their hard work, dedication, and passion for automotive excellence.

Join us in congratulating the 2026 scholarship winners!

Read the full announcement here:

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05/27/2026

📢 Join us in Sacramento next month!

🗓️ June 23: CAWA Legislative Day
🗓️ June 23–25: Leadership & Educational Forum
Connect with lawmakers, advocate for our industry, and gain key insights from experts.

👉 Register now:

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05/26/2026

ICYMI - the latest CAWA Connections >

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05/22/2026

California's Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act is Approved and in Effect. Read more, here >

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05/21/2026

CAWA thanks the LKQ Corporation for their exclusive sponsorship of California Legislative Day in Sacramento in June. Their gracious support allows CAWA to bring its members together to tell the automotive aftermarket story in person to legislators and their staffs. For more information on Legislative Day to be held on June 23rd , please contact [email protected].

05/20/2026

🚨 BIG LEGISLATIVE WIN FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET 🚨

CAWA’s top priority opposition bill, AB 2245, has officially been held on the Assembly Appropriations Suspense File and will not advance this legislative session.

Throughout the process, CAWA led the opposition effort by providing testimony, direct advocacy, and industry representation at the Capitol to protect automotive aftermarket businesses from unnecessary new regulatory burdens.

This outcome is a strong reminder of what can be accomplished when the industry comes together and engages in the legislative process.

Thank you to all the members and companies who shared information and supported the effort along the way. Your engagement made a difference.

05/19/2026

Out today! The latest CAWA Connections >

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05/18/2026

📉 The automotive aftermarket is evolving — and replacement parts are no longer driving the same share of growth they once did.

According to new industry analysis, Accessories and Tools & Equipment are growing faster than traditional replacement parts, making the aftermarket more sensitive to economic shifts and consumer spending habits.

As product mix changes, the industry faces new challenges around parts proliferation, inventory management, distribution channels, and e-commerce expansion.

Read more from Aftermarket Matters:

Since replacement parts are non-discretionary, their declining sales share means that a growing portion of aftermarket sales consists of discretionary products.