Respondents to our most recent survey indicate sales in October compared to last year were down slightly more than in September and August. A growing percentage of collision repair facility operators responding to the most recent Collision Repair Business Conditions survey covering October reported that sales were down, reversing a trend of lower numbers reporting […]
Vehicle Manufacturer Association Sues to Block Massachusetts Right to Repair Amendments
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation alleges updated Right to Repair law violates motor vehicle safety regulations and is an unlawful taking of manufacturers’ intellectual property under the U.S. Constitution. The association representing manufacturers producing nearly 99 percent of cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. filed a federal lawsuit in the U.S. District Court […]
Kemper to Acquire American Access for $370 Million
Kemper Corporation (NYSE: KMPR) announced that it has an agreement to acquire American Access Casualty Company and its related captive insurance agency, Newins Insurance Agency Holdings, LLC, and its subsidiaries (AAC), in a cash transaction valued at $370 million. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2021, subject to regulatory approval […]
Car-O-Liner Structural Repair Equipment Approved for Mercedes-Benz USA
Car-O-Liner announced that Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has approved Car-O-Liner structural repair equipment and tools for use in Mercedes Certified Collision Centers. The recommended products include the BenchRack 5500, 6300, EVO Fixturing and Vision X3 measuring. “Our entire team is excited to be a part of the MBUSA Certified Collision Center Program,” said Tim Garner, market […]
Enterprise Holdings Pledges $120 Million to Advance Social and Racial Equity, Fight Hunger
Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation announced a new five-year, $55 million commitment to organizations that advance social and racial equity in communities around the world. The company’s new initiative, Enterprise Holdings ROAD Forward, will increase Respect, Opportunity, Achievement and Diversity (ROAD) for youth and families by addressing three social and racial equity gaps […]
Farmers Group in Talks to Acquire MetLife’s U.S. Property-Casualty Business
Zurich confirms reports its U.S. subsidiary is exploring acquisition of 16th largest auto insurer in the U.S. Zurich Insurance Group announced its U.S.-based subsidiary Farmers Group, Inc. is in talks with Metlife over a possible acquisition of MetLife’s U.S. property and casualty insurance business. The announcement came after reports regarding a potential transaction with MetLife […]
Fix Auto UK Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Manchester
Fix Auto UK announced the addition of Greater Manchester-based Barlow Street Motors to its network. The new location will operate as Fix Auto Worsley. The appointment arrives two weeks after Fix Auto UK announced the opening of Fix Auto Liverpool South and takes the number of Fix Auto-branded repair centers in the region to 10. […]
ASA X50 Automotive Conference & Expo April 30-May 1
The Automotive Service Association and its network of ASA Affiliates across the United States will host their first multi-day virtual conference and expo on April 30 – May 1, 2021. ASA X50 Uniting Our Voice, Uniting our Industry will create a diverse training lineup of courses and instructors that will provide ASA members and attendees […]
Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association Calls for Right to Repair Legislation to Include Telematics
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) says Australia should follow the lead of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the U.S. and include telematics in the draft legislation expected soon that will require vehicle manufacturers to share all motor vehicle service and repair information. Massachusetts voters approved amendments to amend the Commonwealth’s Right to Repair law […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Virtual Golf Fundraiser Open
The Collision Repair Industry Foundation opened its 30-day National Virtual Golf Fundraiser last Friday. Announced in October, the Foundation is partnering with 90 I-CAR Volunteer Committees on the nationwide winter virtual golf fundraiser, exclusively sponsored by PPG Automotive. The event will run through Sunday, December 20. More information and registration are available online at the […]