While more repairers report higher sales, the average increase was lower. More collision repair operators believe pandemic impact on sales getting worse than better. A larger percentage of collision repair facility operators responding to the most recent Collision Repair Business Conditions survey covering January reported that sales were up, but the amount of increase was […]
Overall Parts Solutions Launches Parts Management Solution for the Mechanical Repair Industry
Overall Parts Solutions (OPS) announced the launch of an all-new parts management solution designed specifically to support mechanical repair shops and parts suppliers. The vast suite of tools is delivered through OPSTrax , providing a fast and efficient means to manage mechanical parts procurement, provide quick deliveries, and an easier payment method. OPSTrax Mechanical Solution […]
U.S. Driving Last Year Was Lowest in Two Decades
After six consecutive years of gradual increases in vehicle-miles traveled (VMT), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) released new year-end estimates yesterday showing total U.S. driving fell by 13.2% – from 3.3 trillion VMT in 2019 to 2.83 trillion in 2020. This decrease equates to an estimated reduction of nearly 170 million metric tons of carbon […]
Automotive Lift Institute Introduces Certified Lift Inspection Process
The Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) has developed a new lift inspection process for the more than 500 ALI Certified Lift Inspectors across North America to follow when inspecting any car lift, truck lift or other vehicle lift. The Check360 Certified Lift Inspection is a comprehensive examination of the lift structure as well as its electrical […]
February Auto Sales Projected to Exceed 2020 Levels on Selling-Day Basis
Retail sales strong in February despite adverse weather and lean inventory. New-vehicle retail sales for the month of February are expected to show growth from February 2020, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. Retail sales for new vehicles are projected to reach 975,600 units, a 3.3% increase compared with February […]
Fix Auto UK Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Leeds
Almost a year to the day since initial building works got underway, Fix Auto Leeds North, the network’s first purpose-built collision repair center is open for business. This week saw vehicles officially rolled into the multi-million pound 14,500 sq ft development created by Sam and Stephen Smith. The flagship repair center is positioned close to […]
Podium Launches Tool to Help Businesses Elevate Their SMS Marketing Campaigns
Podium, the customer messaging platform for businesses, announced the addition of Podium Campaigns to its existing suite of interaction management tools, allowing local businesses to launch robust SMS text message marketing campaigns directly from the Podium platform. With a 98% open rate, SMS text messaging is one of the most powerful tools for marketing campaign […]
PPG Introduces Iso-Free Primer Surfacer and Catalyst
PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced the launch of its premium NCP450 Iso-Free Primer Surfacer and NCX455 Iso-Free Catalyst for the U.S. market. Both products are specifically formulated without isocyanates. The new primer surfacer has been engineered to provide an exceptional foundation for PPG’s popular Deltron basecoat automotive refinish system. Ideal for small repairs, NCP450 Iso-Free […]
Consumer Want Better Performance from Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
AAA research shows drivers say improving vehicle safety systems takes priority over developing self-driving cars. Automakers may already hold the key to improving public acceptance of self-driving cars: fine-tuning existing vehicle technology. AAA’s annual automated vehicle survey finds that only 22% of people feel manufacturers should focus on developing self-driving vehicles. The majority of drivers […]
Boyd Group Acquires Collision Repair Centers in Ohio and Texas
In two separate transactions, the MSO added three locations, including a former dealer facility. The Boyd Group Inc. announced the acquisition of two collision repair centers in Ohio and one in Texas. The new Gerber Collision & Glass locations in Ohio previously operated as Frankie & Dylan’s Complete Collision & Custom Repair, originating in Mentor […]