asTech Mechanical, driven by Repairify Named Winner of the 2024 Business Technology Council Technology Innovation Award

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Business Technology Council presented the 2024 Technology Innovation Award to asTech Mechanical, driven by Repairify for its asTech Mechanical solution. The award recognizes and celebrates outstanding technological innovations that enhance, support, and advance processes within the aftermarket industry, fostering progress and efficiency. The award was presented during the 2024 Aftermarket Technology Conference on October 15, 2024.

asTech Mechanical addresses the increasing complexity of today's vehicles. With a focus on the mechanical repair market, asTech Mechanical offers an integrated solution that connects repair shops with factory scan tools operated by certified technicians. This technology enables real-time diagnostics, reprogramming, and recalibration, streamlining the repair process for increasingly sophisticated vehicle systems.

"asTech Mechanical exemplifies the innovation and forward-thinking that the BTC Technology Innovation Award celebrates," said Chris Gardner, Senior Vice President of Programs & Technology at MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers. "This solution not only enhances the capabilities of repair shops, but also significantly improves efficiency and reduces dependency on dealership resources."

"We are thrilled to receive this recognition from the BTC," said Ben Johnson, Vice President of General Automotive Repair Markets at Repairify. "asTech Mechanical was developed to empower repair shops to handle nearly any diagnostic and repair challenge with confidence. Our technology ensures that shops can provide comprehensive service without the prohibitive costs of maintaining an array of OEM tools. This award reaffirms our commitment to innovation and our focus on providing solutions that meet the evolving needs of the automotive aftermarket."

"The asTech Mechanical solution is a testament to Repairify's dedication to pioneering advanced solutions in the automotive repair industry," said Jim Naso, Applications Data Manager at Continental ContiTech Power Transmission Group and BTC Chair. "By facilitating access to OEM-quality diagnostics and repair capabilities, asTech Mechanical enables repair shops to efficiently service modern vehicles, reflecting a significant advancement in aftermarket technology."

For more information about asTech Mechanical and Repairify, visit repairify.com/astech.

About the Business Technology Council (BTC)

The Business Technology Council (BTC) is the aftermarket’s leading business technology forum. Members network and exchange best practices related to current and emerging technologies that support their efforts to reduce costs, improve efficiencies and pursue new business opportunities. For more information on how you can get involved and upcoming events, visit mema.org/networking-groups/BTC.

About MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers

MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers exclusively serves manufacturers of aftermarket components, tools and equipment, and related products, an important part of the automotive parts manufacturing industry which supports over 900,000 American jobs in all 50 states. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a recognized industry change agent—promoting a collaborative industry environment, providing a forum to address issues, and serving as a valued resource for member companies. Members represent all areas of the aftermarket including light vehicle, commercial vehicle, and remanufacturing. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a membership group within MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association.

MEMA is the leading North American trade association for vehicle suppliers, parts manufacturers, and remanufacturers. Automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers are the largest manufacturing sector in the United States and lead the way in new vehicle innovations. MEMA has been the voice of the vehicle supplier industry since 1904. Its more than 1,000 members are Strong by Association.

Members supply the aftermarket with the parts that keep millions of vehicles on the road, fueling international commerce and meeting society's transportation needs. MEMA members are committed to safety and sustainability.

MEMA has offices in Southfield, Mich.; Research Triangle Park, N.C.; and Washington, D.C. Learn more at mema.org/aftermarket-suppliers.

About asTech®, Driven by Repairify

asTech is the leading provider of remote diagnostic solutions and services to the collision industry. asTech provides cutting‐edge, expert diagnostics using authentic OEM tools to provide safe and accurate repairs. asTech provides remote diagnostics using its patented devices and access to ASE- and I-CAR-certified technicians who service many trouble codes remotely and provide real‐time assistance to shop technicians at the vehicle when needed. asTech also offers mobile repair, key replacement, and calibration services. asTech is based in Plano, Texas. For more information, please visit asTech.com.

About Repairify Inc.

Repairify, Inc. and its family of brands empower the automotive repair industry to master today’s modern, data-intensive vehicles. By providing revolutionary OEM tools and validated OEM-Compatible technology, services, and intelligence, Repairify helps automotive professionals run better businesses through improved diagnostics, calibrations, programming, and workflows. Repairify’s brands are committed to vehicle and driver safety by providing repairers with excellent service supported by the highest quality and precision tools, technology, and data.

Repairify, Inc. is a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC. The Repairify family includes asTech, adasThink, AutoMobile Technologies (AMT), Automotive Training Group (ATG), BlueDriver, FleetGenix, MobileTechRX, and One Guard Inspections. For more information, please visit repairify.com.