The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Massachusetts announced a position statement stressing it would represent both direct repair program and non-DRP shops but called DRP conditions “a detriment” along with a possible liability risk.
“AASP-MA is a pro-consumer association representing all collision repairers and mechanical repair shops, regardless of insurance affiliation,” the trade group position states. “However, it is our firm thought that the restrictive and suppressive insurance referral and ‘program’ contracts are a detriment to our industry and may create a liability risk for vehicle owners and collision repairers.
“We strive to succeed the through education, regulatory enforcement, and legislation to dismantle the control and influence insurers dress in consumers and our industry.”
The trade group didn’t elaborate further.
The AASP-MA said hello also posted a brand new mission statement.
“AASP-MA is composed of independent collision repairers, dealership collision shops and mechanical repair facilities,” AASP-MA wrote. “Our mission is to continuously strive to advocate for consumers, educate repairers and create unity as the voice for repairers within Massachusetts. By giving education and support, AASP-MA strives to help all shops to attain their objectives. We're a connection of colleagues with a common goal: To protect the consumer, while ensuring the survival and prosperity of the businesses we represent and the industry as a whole.”
