CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts announced Darryl Rochefort as its newest Area Director of Operations. In his new role, Rochefort will provide operational direction to coach, counsel, and consult CARSTAR franchisees in the Midwest Region. Rochefort will report to Melissa Miller, CARSTAR’s National Director of Operations. Darryl Rochefort has worked in the collision repair industry […]
Wholesale Used Vehicle Prices Down in December
While sales of used vehicles have increased, growth in supply depresses prices. According to ADESA Analytical Services, 2015 was largely a year when strong retail used vehicle and certified pre-owned (CPO) demand, benign new vehicle incentive activity, and the embrace of upstream as well as traditional auction processes among remarketers diluted the usual negative impact […]
Insurance Auto Auctions Expands in Maryland
Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAA), a business unit of KAR Auction Services (KAR), announced the opening of the IAA Dundalk facility in Maryland. The opening adds to the company’s footprint in the industry, with more than 170 locations in North America. “The IAA Dundalk facility will enhance the company’s presence in the greater Baltimore area […]
U.S. DOT Proposes Nearly $4 Billion for Automated Vehicles
DOT actions revise existing guidance and clear administrative hurdles for new automotive technology In his last State of the Union address, President Obama signaled his intent to invest in a 21st century transportation system. U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx yesterday revealed part of the president’s proposal: a 10-year, nearly $4 billion investment to accelerate the […]
AMI to Collect Industry-wide Training Provider Information
As part of a major enhancement project, the Automotive Management Institute (AMI) announced today it is launching an industry-wide initiative to collect training provider information. Once collected, AMI will maintain the information in a searchable database on its website. “For many years, the industry has been discussing the need for an easily accessible and current […]
CARSTAR Tim’s Collision Named Nationwide Insurance Midwest Shop of the Year
Nationwide Insurance has announced the winners of the 2015 On Your Side Auto Repair Network Shop of the Year Awards. CARSTAR Tim’s Collision in Twinsburg, Ohio has been named the winner for the Midwest zone. CARSTAR Tim’s Collision is the flagship location for owners Jeremy and Theresa Orsky. The Orsky’s have been a part of […]
NHTSA Administrator Rosekind Urges Auto Industry to be More Proactive on Vehicle Safety
Promotes change in safety practices across the auto industry aimed at preventing crashes and fatalities. Mark Rosekind, administrator for the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), continued his push for the auto industry to take up a more proactive approach to vehicle safety, following a year of massive recalls and record fines imposed on […]
AAPEX Partners with ASA on Regional Training Events
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced a strategic partnership with the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), which is co-owned by Auto Care Association and Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), a division of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), to promote and support ASA’s 2016 regional management and technical training initiative for automotive service facility […]
Women’s Industry Network Calls for Board of Directors Applicants
The Women’s Industry Network (WIN) is now accepting applications for seats on the organization’s Board of Directors. The WIN Board consists of members who represent various industry segments including but not limited to: collision repair facilities, jobbers, suppliers, consultants, paint manufacturers, recyclers, and insurance companies. Applicants are welcome from all segments and the only requirement […]
CIECA Announces 2016 Board Officers
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced its Board of Trustees has elected the following officers for the 2016: Chair – Gene Muller, Nationwide Insurance Vice Chair – Phil Martinez, Mitchell International Treasurer – Frank LaViola, Enterprise Holdings Secretary – Clint Marlow, Allstate Insurance Each of these officers will serve on the Executive Committee, […]