The non-profit training organization has served the collision repair industry since 1979. The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) is kicking off a year-long celebration of 45 years of collaboration on behalf of the collision repair industry. Established in 1979 in response to the increasing complexity of modern vehicles, I-CAR provides educational programming, technical […]
Thatcham Research and Chery Automobile Partner on Insurability in Vehicle Design
UK-based Thatcham Research announced a strategic partnership with Chery Automobile Co., Ltd, one of China’s leading vehicle manufacturers on vehicle insurability and repair procedure production. Signed in Wuhu, China, the agreement continues Thatcham’s mission to integrate repairability into early-stage vehicle design. According to the organization, the new partnership represents a pivotal shift towards a more […]
Five of the Top 10 U.S. Auto Insurers Grew Market Share in 2023
Auto insurance premiums earned up over 12% last year. Total direct premiums earned on private passenger auto insurance were $303.5 billion in the U.S. in 2023, up 12.3% from 270.3 billion in 2022 according to data released March 18 by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). In comparison, during 2022, earned premiums were up […]
March Light Vehicle Sales Rate Up 3.8% in U.S. Compared to 2023
Sales rate up 7% for the full quarter. According to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Market Beat report, the March 2024 new light-vehicle sales seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) was 15.5 million units—an increase of 3.8% compared with March 2023. March saw the highest raw sales volume for all of the first quarter 2024, […]
CAWA Calls for Members to Write Congress in Support of Right to Repair Act
CAWA, the non-profit trade association representing automotive parts manufacturers, jobbers, warehouse distributors, retailers and program groups, issued a call to action to its members asking them to write legislators in support of H.R. 906, the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act. The legislation is currently under consideration by the U.S. House […]
Collin Shaw Assumes Leadership of MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers
The Vehicle Suppliers Association (MEMA) announced Collin Shaw has officially assumed the role of president of MEMA’s Original Equipment Suppliers group, succeeding Julie Fream who served for 10 years in the position. Shaw’s commencement provides a continuation of leadership that ensures MEMA’s support of the supplier community’s evolution towards embracing emerging trends and strategies that […]
Hertrich Acquires New Collision Repair Center in Lewes, Delaware
The Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships announced the acquisition of the Lewes Body Works Collision Center in Lewes, Del. Lewes Body Works has been a fixture of the community since 1982. This will be the second Hertrich Collision Center in Lewes located just 3 miles from Hertrich Collision Center of Lewes at 16271 Willow Creek […]
Fenix Parts Completes Acquires California Auto Recycler
Fenix Parts announced it has completed its acquisition of Green Auto Parts & Recycling in Sun Valley, Calif. The Company also announced Edgar Akopyan will be joining Fenix Parts as the Director of Business Development, Southern California. Green is a full-service automotive recycler servicing the Los Angeles market. This is Fenix Parts’ first acquisition in […]
Doan Group Announces New Auto Appraisal Franchisee in Maryland and Washington DC
The Doan Group has announced the addition of a new franchise owner for its Maryland and Washington, D.C. regions. Kyle Boes, who has 13 years of experience in the insurance appraisal industry, has joined the company’s ever-growing roster of field appraisers who have decided to become franchise owners. “I appreciate the opportunity to build a […]
I-CAR to Launch RTS Mobile App for Collision Repair Technicians April 8
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced on April 8 it will launch the Repairability Technical Support (RTS) app for mobile devices. This move signifies a shift from RTS’s former online-exclusive presence to a more accessible platform, putting OEM Partial Part Replacement, OEM Calibration Requirements, technical news, and industry best practices right at […]
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