The rate of increase in auto body prices was below the increase in the national consumer price index. The most recent government figures on inflation through May show the rate of growth of auto body repair prices is below the rate of general inflation for the third time this year after more than 30 months […]
AAA Survey Finds Interest in EVs Declining as Americans Turn Attention to Hybrids
The most recent annual consumer survey by AAA on Electric Vehicles (EVs) indicates a decline in consumer interest in purchasing EVs. Only 18% of U.S. adults say they would be “very likely” or “likely” to buy a new or used EV (not a hybrid) – down from 23% last year. Even more revealing, 63% cited […]
NOAA Reports 11 Individual Billion Dollar Weather Disasters So Far in 2024
May wrapped up a stormy, destructive spring for the U.S. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported that May 2024 was a turbulent month across the contiguous U.S., as storms continued their spring onslaught. The month also added more billion-dollar disasters to the growing list of disasters NOAA has tracked throughout the year. According […]
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Seek Applications for Technology Demos for October 13-15 Aftermarket Technology Conference
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers announced it is now accepting applications for technology demonstrations at the 2024 Aftermarket Technology Conference, scheduled for October 13-15, in Clearwater Beach, Fla. This event provides a unique platform for companies to showcase their latest technological innovations to a dedicated audience of aftermarket industry professionals. The technology demonstrations offer conference attendees a […]
Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Continued to Decline in May
Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index down both month-over-month and year-over-year. Wholesale used-vehicle prices, on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis, were down in May compared to April and last year. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) fell to 197.3, a decline of 12.1% from a year ago. The seasonal adjustment to the index […]
Joe Hudson’s Collision Center Acquires Repair Facilities in Maryland and Arkansas
Joe Hudson’s Collision Center announced the acquisition of three new repair facilities. The newly acquired locations include Roy’s Body Shop and Garage in Eldersburg, Md. and two Stadium Auto Body locations in Jonesboro, Ark. “We’re excited to announce the opening of our fifth location in Maryland through the acquisition of Roy’s Auto Body and Garage. […]
IIHS Survey Says Most Drivers OK with Next-Generation Anti-Speeding Tech in Vehicles
More than 60% of drivers would find it acceptable if their vehicle provided an audible and visual warning when they exceeded the posted speed limit, a new survey from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows. Perhaps more surprisingly, about half of drivers say they wouldn’t mind vehicle technology that makes the accelerator pedal harder […]
I-CAR Canada and CPCPA Partner on EV Training in Quebec
I-CAR Canada has partnered with the Provincial Council of Joint Committees of the Automotive Services Industry (CPCPA) to allow for immediate electric vehicle (EV) training for Canadians across Quebec. The CPCPA is an association that aims to develop excellence and recognition of the workforce in the automotive services industry across the province of Quebec. The […]
I-CAR Launches Early Career Technician Program
New I-CAR Academy curriculum for schools and repair facilities will replace existing education edition curriculum. The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) launched the I-CAR Academy, a comprehensive educational program that includes a revolutionary entry-level collision repair curriculum for both career and technical schools and collision repair centers. Available to schools now for the […]
Crash Champions Acquires Collision Repair Center in Idaho
Crash Champions announced the addition of its 11th Idaho location with the acquisition of J&J Auto Body in Pocatello, Idaho, on June 7. The collision repair center, located at 2610 Garrett Way, will operate as Crash Champions effective immediately. “Our steady growth across the state of Idaho has been strong,” said Crash Champions Founder and […]
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