Previously managed by the Associated Locksmiths of America (ALOA), the SDRM moves to ASA per the organization’s charter now that ALOA has relinquished its management responsibility. ASA has contracted David Lowell, former executive director of ALOA, to manage the project. Lowell will continue to run the SDRM on a day-to-day basis working closely with ASA staff at its new headquarters in Colleyille, Texas.
“The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) SDRM has been a great benefit to all stakeholders including the OEMs, aftermarket repair facilities, locksmiths and consumers. I look forward to working with ASA and the opportunity to continue to be directly involved in providing this valuable service. As we look to the future, there are many opportunities for expanding the use of the SDRM including theft-related parts, tools and other vehicle security-related items,” said Lowell.
The Secure Data Release Model, developed by the NASTF Vehicle Security Committee, continues to be the industry solution to what was previously a service information gap. Development of the SDRM began in 2003 and was fully implemented in January 2008, bringing multiple components together including the automaker interfaces and the National Insurance Crime Bureau interface. Since its launch, ALOA and ASA have held joint responsibility for overseeing the SDRM. ALOA took the lead in developing the SDRM registry interface, and managing the registry and registration process.
“As the SDRM takes on new responsibilities – including vehicle module initialization and theft- related parts programs – ASA is ready and eager to play a larger role in the growth of the SDRM,” said Ron Pyle, ASA president and NASTF chairman.
Since the 2002 ASA-Automaker Service Information Agreement, ASA has worked with automakers and other industry groups to ensure that independent repairers have access to the same service and tool information, and training, as franchised new car dealers.
Lowell may be reached at (800) 272-7467, ext. 111, or at (817) 514-2911 direct. Information about the SDRM can be accessed through ASA’s newly redesigned website. Visit www.ASAshop.org and click on “Tools & Resources.” (ASAshop.org is best viewed using the Firefox browser.)
The Automotive Service Association is the largest not-for-profit trade association of its kind dedicated to and governed by independent automotive service and repair professionals. ASA serves an international membership base that includes numerous affiliate, state and chapter groups from both the mechanical and collision repair segments of the automotive service industry.
ASA advances professionalism and excellence in the automotive repair industry through education, representation and member services. For additional information about ASA, including past news releases, go to www.ASAshop.org, or visit ASA’s legislative website at www.TakingTheHill.com.
ASA Has Moved! Our new address is: 8190 Precinct Line Road, Suite 100, Colleyville, TX 76034 -7675; Phone (800) 272-7467 & (817) 514-2900; Fax (817) 514-0770.
