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USDOT Launches ‘Freedom to Drive’ Initiative Targeting Congestion Bottlenecks

April 21, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Infrastructure investments aim to reduce congestion and accidents. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) on April 20 launched the Freedom to Drive initiative, a national effort inviting states to partner with the department on tackling congested corridors through expanded roadway capacity, accelerated project delivery and private-sector partnerships. For the […]

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American Family Insurance Partners With Collision Engineering Career Alliance

April 21, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

American Family Insurance has partnered with the Collision Engineering Career Alliance to support the nonprofit’s technician training program at seven partner colleges nationwide, the alliance said April 21. The Madison, Wis.-based property-casualty carrier becomes the latest industry partner to contribute to the alliance as the collision repair industry works to close a projected shortage of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, American Family, Apprentice Program, Collision Engineering Career Alliance, Workforce Development

AASPMN Race for Automotive Education Raises Nearly $12,000 for Student Scholarships

April 21, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASPMN) raised nearly $12,000 for student scholarships at its 24th Annual Race for Automotive Education, held Feb. 23-26 at ProKart Indoor Racing in Burnsville, Minn. Proceeds from the four-night go-kart fundraiser will flow to AASPMN’s Automotive Education Fund, which underwrites scholarships for students enrolled in ASE-accredited auto […]

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AASP/NJ to Expand Mechanical Track at 2027 NORTHEAST Trade Show Following Debut

April 21, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) plans to expand the mechanical repair education track at its 2027 NORTHEAST Automotive Services Show after introducing mechanical-focused classes for the first time this year. The expansion signals AASP/NJ’s intent to serve a broader cross-section of the repair industry as vehicle technology pulls collision and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AASP/NJ, New Jersey, Northeast Trade Show

Sony, Honda to Scale Down Sony Honda Mobility Following AFEELA Cancellation

April 21, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Sony Group Corp., Honda Motor Co. and their Sony Honda Mobility Inc. joint venture announced April 21 they will scale down SHM’s operations and reassign its employees to the parent companies, unwinding the three-and-a-half-year-old partnership less than a month after canceling the AFEELA electric vehicle program. In a joint statement, the companies said that after […]

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Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Moderate in Mid-April as Retail Inventory Hits Record Low

April 20, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Prices were up year-over-year but down month-over-month. Wholesale used-vehicle values pulled back in the first half of April from March’s multi-year high, while retail used-vehicle inventory fell to the lowest level on record, according to a pair of Cox Automotive reports released April 17. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) declined to 213.0 through […]

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General Motors Insurance Expands to Maryland

April 20, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Vehicle manufacturer branded insurance program now in 21 states. General Motors Insurance has added Maryland to its service area, bringing the total number of states where its auto insurance product is available to 21. The automaker’s direct-to-consumer insurance arm announced the launch on its website. “General Motors Insurance is pleased to offer insurance in our […]

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Sherwin-Williams Debuts Redesigned Automotive Finishes Branch in Cleveland

April 20, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes will host an open house April 24 at a remodeled Cleveland branch the company is positioning as the first in a broader rollout of a new retail concept for its automotive refinish network. The event runs from 2 to 6 p.m. at 5720 Brookpark Road. Visitors can expect vendor displays, giveaways, catering […]

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Axalta Wins Three 2026 Edison Awards for Color, AI, and EV Battery Innovations

April 20, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) has won three 2026 Edison Awards, including two Gold honors for the EcoNextJet on-demand vehicle color customization system and the Alesta e-PRO FG Black fire-resistant coating for electric vehicle battery safety, plus a Bronze for the TintMaster AI paint manufacturing platform. The recognitions span three distinct Axalta technologies aimed at […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Awards, Axalta Coating Systems

University of the Aftermarket Foundation Launches 40th Ruby Anniversary Campaign

April 20, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The University of the Aftermarket Foundation has launched a yearlong fundraising campaign to mark its 40th anniversary, with organizers planning a culminating reception Oct. 31 at The Venetian Las Vegas during AAPEX week. UAF chairman Roger McCollum, MAAP, and Rick Schwartz, chair of the foundation’s marketing committee, unveiled the Ruby Anniversary Campaign at the MEMA […]

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  • USDOT Launches ‘Freedom to Drive’ Initiative Targeting Congestion Bottlenecks April 21, 2026
  • American Family Insurance Partners With Collision Engineering Career Alliance April 21, 2026
  • AASPMN Race for Automotive Education Raises Nearly $12,000 for Student Scholarships April 21, 2026
  • AASP/NJ to Expand Mechanical Track at 2027 NORTHEAST Trade Show Following Debut April 21, 2026
  • Sony, Honda to Scale Down Sony Honda Mobility Following AFEELA Cancellation April 21, 2026
  • Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Moderate in Mid-April as Retail Inventory Hits Record Low April 20, 2026
  • General Motors Insurance Expands to Maryland April 20, 2026

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