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Archives for November 2023

Former Root Insurance Exec Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Company of More Than $10 Million

November 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Defendant used stolen funds to buy a yacht, amphibious plane, and luxury vehicle. Brinson Caleb Silver, 43, the former Chief Marketing Officer of Root, Inc., the online car insurance company, pleaded guilty in a U.S. District Court in Ohio on November 28 to one count each of wire fraud and contempt of court. As part […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Fraud, Lawsuits, Root Insurance, U.S. DOJ

ProColor Collision Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Edmonton

November 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

ProColor Collision announced the opening of a new collision repair center, ProColor Edmonton Btech, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Gurpal Virk, with 27 years in the collision repair industry, founded his first independent body shop in 2001 in Ontario. In 2015, with the support of family and friends, Gurpal and his wife established their first shop […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Alberta, Canada, Network Affiliations, ProColor Collision

NABC Forms Changing and Saving Lives Foundation

November 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Non-profit will support the mission of the NABC and its programs. In an email to members and supporters yesterday, the National Auto Body Council (NABC) announced it has formed the Changing and Saving Lives Foundation to support the community involvement and fundraising events of the National Auto Body Council. The Changing and Saving Lives Foundation, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Changing and Saving Lives Foundation, National Auto Body Council, Openings

Automotive Recyclers Association Debuts Spanish Language Version of Fluid Removal Depollution Course

November 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) and the Automotive Recycling Training Institute (ARTI) announced availability of a new Spanish version of the popular Fluid Removal Depollution course, hosted on ARA University (ARAU).  ARAU is the professional automotive recycling industry’s premier online learning platform and an ARA Direct Member benefit, with content specifically created for automotive recyclers […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Recyclers Association, Environmental Health & Safety, Online Training

Impaired Driving Creates Spike of Crashes During Holiday Period

November 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The year-end holiday period from Thanksgiving through New Year’s is always one of the most dangerous times on U.S. roads and highways, with a spike in crashes that often result in serious injuries or death. The National Road Safety Foundation, a non-profit group that for more than 60 years has been promoting safe driving through […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Impaired Driving, National Road Safety Foundation

Auveco Acquires ClipLizard Systems

November 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Acquisition was finalized November 1. Auveco, the automotive fastener and body hardware aftermarket supplier, announced its recent acquisition of ClipLizard Systems. According to the company, the acquisition solidifies Auveco’s position in the Collision and Paint, Body, and Equipment (PBE) markets. ClipLizard Systems, headquartered in Spencer, Ind., specializes in sourcing and distributing automotive clips and fasteners […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Auveco, ClipLizard Systems

Precision Diagnostics Receives Ford Collision & Glass Certification Approval

November 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Precision Diagnostics recently earned approval as an authorized service partner on Ford’s Collision & Glass Certification program for ADAS calibrations. Tom McGuire, Co-founder and COO of Precision Diagnostics, said, “We’re excited to be part of the FCCN as we are always looking for ways to help demonstrate the depth of our service offering and providing […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Approvals, Diagnostics, Ford, Precision Diagnostics, Recalibration

AkzoNobel and Kansai Paint Agree Not to Proceed with Africa Acquisition

November 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

AkzoNobel and Kansai Paint announced have mutually agreed not to proceed with the company’s previously announced acquisition of Kansai’s paints and coatings activities in Africa. Commenting on the decision, AkzoNobel CEO, Greg Poux-Guillaume, said, “It’s disappointing that this intended acquisition cannot move forward, but we remain committed to our strong businesses and leading brands in […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Africa, AkzoNobel, Kansai Paint

Fix Network Canada Launches First Donation Matching Fundraiser Supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities Across Canada

November 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fix Network Canada announced the commencement of its Season of Giving campaign in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC ) Canada. Running until December 15th, the fundraiser aims to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families with sick children during challenging times. This year, Fix Network Canada is taking its commitment to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Canada, Fix Network Canada, Fundraiser

Jennifer Bergeron Named Chief Growth Officer at TechForce Foundation

November 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Non-profit also welcomes new board members. The TechForce Foundation announced the appointment of Jennifer Bergeron as its first Chief Growth Officer. In addition, TechForce welcomed Dave Smith, Bill Willetts, and Matt Hartford to its Board of Directors. “This is a time of exciting growth for TechForce Foundation,” states Angie Babin, Chair of the TechForce Foundation […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Board of Directors, People, TechForce Foundation

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