States Proclaim June as Automotive Service Professionals Month

Leesburg, Virginia – July 6, 2023 – Governors across the country issued official state proclamations declaring June as Automotive Service Professionals Month in their respective states:

  • Gov. Jared Polis of Colorado
        • Gov. J.B. Pritzker of Illinois
        • Gov. Eric Holcomb of Indiana
        • Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky
        • Gov. Maura Healey of Massachusetts
        • Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan
        • Gov. Doug Burgum of North Dakota
        • Gov. Kristi Noem of South Dakota
        • Gov. Glenn Youngkin of Virginia
        • Gov. Jim Justice of West Virginia
        • Gov. Tony Evers of Wisconsin


        "We express our gratitude to these governors for acknowledging the exceptional skill level and expertise of automotive service professionals in their respective states, who diligently work to keep each state’s motorists on the road," said Tim Zilke, president and CEO of ASE. "June presents an opportune moment to appreciate their significant contributions and extend our heartfelt thanks for the invaluable service they provide to their customers day in and day out."

        Because today’s motor vehicles are highly complex with more advanced technology than ever before, requiring specialized tools and highly trained professionals to perform vehicle repairs, the prestigious ASE Blue Seal logo helps vehicle owners easily identify those professionals who possess the essential knowledge and skills needed to perform with excellence.

        The process to become ASE Certified requires qualified work experience and passing a challenging test for each certification. ASE Certified technicians must keep up to date on ever-evolving vehicle systems and technologies to effectively perform maintenance and repairs and are required to prove their technical knowledge by retesting every five years to keep their certifications current.

        To learn more or register, visit www.ASE.com.

        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 approximately 220,000 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 www.ase.com.