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03/17/2026 | Press release | Archived content

The Power of ASE Certification on Remarkable Radio

Leesburg, Virginia 17/03/2026

The Power of ASE Certification on Remarkable Radio

LEESBURG, Va. - March 17, 2026 - Dave Johnson, president and CEO of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and 2025 AAPEX Shop of the Year winner Tom Palermo, vice president and general manager of Pennsylvania-based Preferred Automotive Specialists, were recent guests on the Remarkable Results Radio podcast, hosted by Carm Capriotto. The episode focused on the value, impact and future of ASE certification.

Key topics discussed during the podcast include ASE's updated test content based on real shop feedback, powerful data showing that certification improves productivity and reduces comebacks and attrition, and the ongoing challenge of boosting consumer awareness. They also discussed increasing industry requirements for ASE, new certification efforts for vehicle security specialists and the continued push for professionalism in today's high-tech automotive field.

To listen to the "The Power of ASE Certification: 40% Better Productivity and 60% Fewer Comebacks" podcast, visit https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/a463/.

About the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

Established in 1972 as a non-profit organization, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is a driving force in the transportation industry. As an independent third party, ASE upholds and promotes high standards of service and repair through the assessment, certification and credentialing of current and future industry professionals, and the prestigious ASE Blue Seal logo identifies professionals who possess the essential knowledge and skills to perform with excellence. Today, there are ASE Certified professionals at work in dealerships, independent shops, collision repair shops, auto parts stores, fleets, schools and colleges throughout the country. For more information about ASE, visit https://www.ase.com.

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