The Automotive Service Association (ASA) and the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers hosted the third Technology and Telematics Forum (TTF) during the NACE | CARS trade show in Anaheim, Calif earlier this month. The forum consisted of several segmented discussions focusing on topics such as cybersecurity, consumer privacy and government oversight. Attendees heard from experts representing […]
Jack Rozint Appointed Vice President of Sales & Service of Mitchell International Auto Physical Damage Business Unit
Mitchell International today announced Jack Rozint has joined the company’s Auto Physical Damage (APD) business unit as Vice President of Sales & Service, Repair. An industry veteran, Rozint has more than 20 years of information service experience in the auto claims and collision industries. Most recently, he was with consulting firm RepairCar.com. Prior to RepairCar.com, […]
Service King Unveils 70,000 Square Foot Collision Repair Center in California
Milpitas location increases Service King’s footprint to 301 locations in 23 states. Service King Collision Repair Centers announced the company officially opened the doors to its 70,000 square foot state-of-the-art repair center located in Milpitas, Calif. The collision repair center, located at 156 S. Milpitas Blvd. in Milpitas, California, increases Service King’s footprint to 301 […]
AASP/NJ’s 12th Annual Lou Scoras Memorial Golf Outing August 29
For the twelfth consecutive year, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) is paying tribute to a beloved former Board member with their 2016 Lou Scoras Memorial Golf Outing. This year’s event, which has traditionally been held in May, will be held next Monday, August 29 at the Colonia Country Club in […]
Safelite AutoGlass Opening Two Locations in Boston Market
Safelite AutoGlass continues to invest in the Boston area, opening two new store locations this summer with plans to hire additional technicians in the fall. Safelite currently employs 260 people in greater Boston. Thanks to growing customer preference, Safelite is opening shops just north of downtown and in Worchester County. Located at 39 Massachusetts Ave., […]
CDS Introduces Next Generation asTech Diagnostic Device
Collision Diagnostic Services (CDS) announced the release of the next generation asTech2 diagnostic tool. The new asTech2 device, which began shipping in July, will cover nearly all makes and models, 2008 and newer. In addition to launching a new mobile app, the company also added new features that include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capability. The asTech2 […]
Anaheim First Responders Participate in NABC Auto Extrication Drills at NACE | CARS
First responders from Anaheim Fire & Rescue cut up four cars in front of a live audience at NACE | CARS Expo and Conference last week in a unique, hands-on program designed to help save critical seconds when extricating victims in accidents involving complex, late model vehicles. The drills are part of the First Responder […]
Five Families Receive Recycled Rides From National Auto Body Council Members at NACE | CARS
The professionalism, integrity and generosity of the collision industry took center stage last week at NACE | Cars Expo & Conference as three military veterans and two single parents received keys to newly refurbished cars through the National Auto Body Council’s Recycled Rides program. “I am grateful, you all have blessed my family. This vehicle […]
SCRS Details OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit Sessions
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced details on the three sessions making up its 3rd Annual OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit. The Summit, to be held Thursday, November 3rd, during the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas will continue to focus on emerging trends in vehicle construction and technology, and how those aspects […]
Louisiana Issues Reminder to Insurance Companies on Flood-Damage Vehicles
Following the federal declaration of disaster for Louisiana, the Department of Insurance is issued a reminder to insurance companies regarding Certificate of Destruction title requirements. According to the Department, in accordance with La. R.S. 32:707.3, when, as a result of an insurance settlement, a motor vehicle is determined to be a total loss due to […]