Collision Career Institute (CCI) and the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced a partnership aimed at improving workforce development outcomes for collision repair shops participating in apprenticeship programs. Under the agreement, CCI will provide assessment and evaluation services to shops enrolled in I-CAR’s Registered Apprenticeship Program. The service is designed to complement I-CAR […]
October New-Vehicle Sales Projected to Decline as Electric Vehicle Pull-Ahead Reverses
EV share projected to decline to 5.3% following federal incentive expiration. Used vehicle prices up year over year. Total new-vehicle sales for October 2025, including retail and non-retail transactions, are projected to reach 1,249,800, a 6.9% decrease year-over-year, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and GlobalData. October 2025 has 27 selling days, the […]
HD Repair Forum to Co-Locate with Trucking Industry Event March 18-19 in Nashville
The HD Repair Forum will hold its 2026 conference alongside the American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting, marking the first time the collision repair event has paired with the larger industry gathering. The two-day conference is scheduled for March 18-19 at the Music City Center in Nashville, Tenn. The co-location will allow […]
Emily Poladian Named President of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers
MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, named Emily Poladian president of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers on October 23, bringing in a veteran with 27 years of supplier industry experience to lead the trade group representing North American automotive and commercial vehicle aftermarket suppliers. Poladian will start November 1, coinciding with the AAPEX 2025 show. She most recently […]
Collision Industry Foundation to Hold 15th Annual Fundraiser January 20 in Palm Springs
The Collision Industry Foundation will hold its 15th annual charity event Jan. 20, 2026, at the Agua Caliente Casino in Palm Springs, Calif. The fundraiser, Cocktails for a Cause, is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. (PST) on the evening before the Collision Industry Conference. The foundation raises money to provide emergency relief to collision repair industry […]
AASP/NJ Celebrates Wins, Honors Members at Annual Meeting
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) had much to celebrate during its Annual Meeting October 22 at the Gran Centurions (Clark, NJ) to enjoy a night of recognition, celebration and cheer. Before diving into the awards and recognitions, the annual Board of Director elections were conducted. AASP/NJ President Ken Miller (821 […]
Consumer Sentiment Down Slightly in October
High prices remain key concern for consumers. Consumer sentiment was essentially unchanged this month, declining just 1.5 index points from September, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers. The Consumer Sentiment Index fell to 53.6 in the October 2025 survey, down 2.7% from 55.1 in September but down 16.9 points or 24% below […]
Ford Projects $1.5B-$2B Earnings Reduction from Aluminum Supplier Fire
Aluminum shortage to impact production of 90,000-100,000 F-Series trucks in Q4. Vehicle manufacturer will add third shift to recover volume in 2026. Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) slashed its full-year earnings guidance by up to $2 billion following a September fire at supplier Novelis Inc.’s aluminum rolling facility in Oswego, N.Y., threatening parts availability for […]
Registration Open for May 18-20 ABPA Conference
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) will hold its 2026 Annual Meeting & Business Conference May 18-20 at the Tommy Bahama Miramonte resort in Indian Wells, Calif. More information and registration for the event are available online. The three-day event will feature educational sessions on supply chain management, regulatory compliance, sustainability and market trends, according […]
CARSTAR Rapid City Wins 2025 Marketer of the Year Award
CARSTAR recognized CARSTAR Rapid City and owner Ross McKie with its 2025 Marketer of the Year Award at its Ascend 2025 Conference. The award recognizes franchisees for brand representation, online engagement and community involvement. The Rapid City location holds a 4.5-star rating from nearly 300 Google reviews and won Favorite Auto Body Repair in the […]
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