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Parts Authority Opens Two New National Auto Body Locations

December 9, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Parts Authority, the national distributor of automotive and truck parts, is expanding its presence in the collision repair sector with the grand opening of two new National Auto Body Powered by Parts Authority locations. These new facilities, located in Piscataway, N.J. and Glendale, Ariz., will offer an extensive inventory of high-quality replacement collision parts, including […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Arizona, New Jersey, Openings, Parts Authority

asTech Partners with Auto-Wares

December 9, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Repairify, the remote diagnostics, calibrations, programming, and automotive intelligence provider to the collision and mechanical repair industries, today announced a strategic partnership with Auto-Wares, a provider of automotive parts, tools, and equipment in North America. This collaboration will enable Auto-Wares customers to access asTech’s advanced diagnostic technologies and repair solutions, improving operational efficiency and service […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, asTech, Auto Wares

Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Increase in November

December 6, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Manheim index was up both month-over-month and year-over-year. Wholesale used-vehicle prices on a mix-, mileage-, and seasonally adjusted basis were higher in November compared to October. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) rose to 205.4, an increase of 0.2% from a year ago. The seasonal adjustment to the index amplified the change for the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Manheim Wholesale Used Vehicle Price Index, Wholesale Used Vehicle PRices

ASE Announces 2024 Award Winners

December 6, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has announced its award winners for 2024. “These awards represent outstanding achievement in many areas of ASE Certification,” said Dave Johnson, ASE president and CEO. “The individuals being honored have demonstrated their knowledge by placing among the highest scoring automotive professionals holding ASE credentials. This, along with […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: ASE, Awards

Maaco Celebrates Top Performers at 2024 Annual Convention

December 6, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Maaco held an awards ceremony at its convention in Hollywood, Fla. on November 14. The convention is an annual opportunity to showcase successes from the year, provide key company updates along with recognizing the top performing franchisees who exemplified outstanding sales, operational excellence, leadership, growth and overall performance. This year’s convention had nearly 300 attendees […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Awards, Driven Brands, MAACO

IBIS Worldwide Announces 2025 Theme and Event Calendar

December 6, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

IBIS USA April 1-3 in Chicago. IBIS Worldwide, the global thought leader and networking platform for the collision repair industry announced its 2025 theme: Shaping the Future: Leadership Through Collaboration. As the collision repair sector stands at the forefront of transformative change, driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving consumer expectations, and global sustainability demands, this […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: International Bodyshop Industry Symposium

Hyundai Motor and Kia Robotics LAB Announces X-ble Shoulder Wearable Robot Launch Plans

December 6, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation unveiled  the wearable robot X-ble Shoulder. The device can increase workers’ efficiency and reduce musculoskeletal injuries. The video embedded below was released on Hyundai Motor Group’s YouTube channel show the X-ble Shoulder in action. Another video on details the unit’s development story. The X-ble Shoulder is the first product […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Hyundai, Kia, Robotics, Wearable Robotics

Survey Finds Most Dangerous Drivers on the Road More Frequently

December 5, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety annual Traffic Safety Culture Index shows safer drivers drive less than those that engage in risky behavior. A new report by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety illuminates the issue impacting traffic safety by categorizing drivers based on their self-reported risky behaviors. Speeding, distracted driving, and aggressive driving emerged as […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AAA, traffic safety

Wesco Acquires PBE Distributor in Oklahoma

December 5, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Wesco Group, the paint, body and equipment distributor in the U.S. and Canada, announced that Shawnee Paints has joined the Wesco Team. Shawnee Paints has been servicing the Shawnee, Okla. market since 1913, starting with parts and services for steam engine tractor mechanics but began transitioning immediately to automotive parts with the introduction of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Oklahoma, PBE Distributor, Wesco

AkzoNobel Announces €3 Million Investment in Global Automotive Training Centre Network

December 5, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

AkzoNobel announced it has embarked on a €3 million ($3.17 million) global program to expand and upgrade its network of Automotive Training Centres (ATCs) to further upskill painters, bodyshop managers and OEM engineers on a new generation of coatings and technologies to support the industry in delivering a more sustainable future. AkzoNobel is equipping its […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AkzoNobel, Training Center

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