Gary Ledoux, industry veteran and former OEM program administrator, and now a freelance collision industry journalist announced the launch of his new website, designed to support Ledoux’s forthcoming book, “YesterWreck: The History of the Collision Industry in America.” The site was created and is managed by Optima Automotive of Batavia, Ill.
Ledoux’s book will cover the history of the collision repair industry in America from the advent of the automobile to the present day. Presently, the website is arranged to capture input from any and all people in the industry who have a story or photo to contribute
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Gary
I have been working in and on the auto body and collision repair business for nearly 50 years. My dada started family business in 1955. I worked at the business in the mid 1960s, joining the family business full time in 1969 after finishing high school
Please send me your email address and I will send you a more detailed history.
Ny family business changed hands when I ventured off into a new business and my brother bought the business and runs it till this day. Hus business focus has shifted to more of a towing and automotive service business with body business representing perhaps 50% of his overall business
Additionally, I work with Joe Carubba of Carubba Collision asa trusted advisor, consultant and business coach. Carubba also started in 1950’s in Buffalo NY at a humble 5,000 SF shop and a employees. Joe Carubba (Son, Owner, Pres and CEO joined the business after attending college. Joe has grown the business from 1 shop to 17 locations scattered strategically across Upstate NY.
Lots of story there.
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