TOOLS by MAACA

08/18/2026

Super Saturday 2026 registration is open.

Mark your calendar for November 12 to 14 at the Radisson Hotel Philadelphia Northeast in Trevose, PA.

Here is what you get:

- Technical training from top instructors in the industry
- Management sessions built for shop owners
- Direct access to leading vendors and sponsors
- Networking with shop owners across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland

Register by September 20th and save 10% with our early bird discount.

Seats fill fast every year. Register today and secure your spot at MAACA's biggest event of the fall.

https://members.midatlanticaca.org/event/Details/2026-super-saturday-1579025?sourceTypeId=Hub

07/08/2026

Join MAACA at the Phillies Game!

Grab your seat for a night of baseball with your fellow MAACA members.

Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves, Saturday, September 5, 2026
First pitch at 6:05 PM
Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia
$59.50 per ticket

Register by July 20th to confirm your spot. A valid email address is required so we can transfer your tickets directly to you.

Register now: https://members.midatlanticaca.org/ap/Events/Register/EqFREKZCgC6C9
See you at the ballpark.

07/07/2026

Happy National Chocolate Day from MAACA!

We all know Hershey, PA for one thing: chocolate. But this spring, it becomes home to something else auto care shops count on. TOOLS.

We are already planning TOOLS 2027. Mark your calendar and get ready to build your skills in the sweetest city in Pennsylvania.

Stay tuned for dates, trainer lineups, and registration details.

07/07/2026

☀️ Summer is buzzing! Join us for MAACA Mondays & Super Saturday!

Email from Mid-Atlantic Auto Care Alliance Catch Up on the Latest Updates and Events from MAACA This Summer! July 2026 MAACA NEWS A Summer Update from Your MAACA Executive Director   Hello! Summer is

05/14/2026

Your feedback shapes the products you use every day. Come make your voice heard.
MAACA is heading to the Dorman Products Proving Grounds Garage in Colmar, PA on May 27 for an exclusive Open House and Idea-A-Thon. This is a rare, behind-the-scenes look at where Dorman tests and develops its parts, plus a hands-on session where you share direct feedback on new product ideas.

Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Time: 5:45 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Dorman Proving Grounds Garage, Colmar, PA
Cost: Free to attend
Dinner included from Wister's BBQ

Register today! https://members.midatlanticaca.org/event/Details/maaca-event-at-dorman-open-house-idea-a-thon-1679128?sourceTypeId=Hub

05/04/2026

Did you ?
Thank you all very much for help making this years event a great conference. We appreciate each and everyone of you that took the time out of your valuable schedule to make the commitment to not only attend TOOLS but to better yourself, your team, your business and keep pushing our industry forward.
I hope you gained some valuable information from the classes, maybe made a new connection or reunited with some old ones, or maybe you found some new technology at the trade show. These events should not be considered an expense, but an investment for your future.
Please take the time to complete the event survey that was in you handout. It helps us make the event even better for the next time. Help spread the word to those who weren't there by posting your pics and stories and tagging us in them.
From all of us on the committee we can't wait to have you in Hershey again in 2027.

05/02/2026

Starting the next generation of trainers!

04/28/2026

🛠 Build Trust, Not Confusion

Sara Fraser and Tracy Capriotti show how small shifts in language improve approvals, customer confidence, and the overall service experience.

🛠 Say it better. Be understood.
Sponsored by: WTI

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲!
https://members.midatlanticaca.org/ap/Events/Register/MwF8JbVc8CeCg

Guests can reserve their room at the Hershey Lodge for TOOLs 2026 using the reservation link below:
https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth
Group Code: 10225173
Password: MAACA2026

04/28/2026

🎟 Special Thanks to Our 2026 Event Lanyard Sponsor

AutoBoost Business Actualization helps keep TOOLS 2026 running smoothly from the moment attendees check in. The lanyard may seem small, but it’s part of every connection, every conversation, and every session throughout the event.

We appreciate their support in helping create a seamless and professional experience for everyone attending.

🛠 The details make the difference.

Powered by MAACA

Register Today! 🔗 https://bit.ly/TOOLSregistration

Guests can reserve their room at the Hershey Lodge for TOOLs 2026 using the reservation link below:
https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth

Group Code: 10225173
Password: MAACA2026

04/28/2026

🧠 Establish Foundational Safety Practices for HV Safety Work

Niel Speetjens covers PPE, high-voltage risk identification, safe power-down procedures, and essential inspection techniques to keep technicians protected during EV and hybrid repairs.

🛠 Safety starts before the repair begins.
Sponsored by: WTI

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! 🔗
https://members.midatlanticaca.org/ap/Events/Register/MwF8JbVc8CeCg

Guests can reserve their room at the Hershey Lodge for TOOLs 2026 using the reservation link below:
https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth
Group Code: 10225173
Password: MAACA2026