Administration says proposal will improve the affordability of new, safer vehicles. The Trump Administration on Wednesday unveiled a proposed rule to reset federal fuel economy standards, setting fleet-wide targets at 34.5 miles per gallon by model year 2031 and eliminating a credit trading system the administration says created an electric vehicle mandate. The proposed rule […]
LKQ Exploring Sale of Specialty Segment
LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ: LKQ) today announced that it has commenced a process to explore the potential sale of its Specialty segment. “Our Specialty segment is a leading distributor of automotive, RV and marine parts and accessories in North America. It is a strong business supported by an exceptional team. To unlock its full potential, we […]
Driven Brands Collision Group Reaches $6 Million Milestone in Cystic Fibrosis Fundraising
The Driven Brands Collision Group announced it has raised more than $6 million for cystic fibrosis research, care and advocacy. The company’s collision repair brands — Abra, CARSTAR and Fix Auto USA — have collected the funds over more than 25 years through car washes, golf tournaments, car shows, barbecues, charity walks, garage sales and […]
National Gasoline Average Dips Below $3 a Gallon for First Time in 4 Years
The national average price for regular gasoline dropped below $3 a gallon this week for the first time in four years, according to AAA. The average price stood at $2.99 as of Wednesday, down from $3.03 a week ago. The last time the national average reached $3 or below was May 2021. Lower crude oil […]
WIN Scholarship Fundraiser Generates $6,500 for Collision Repair Students
Record 40 students received awards through partnership with Collision Repair Education Foundation. The Women’s Industry Network raised more than $6,500 through its annual scholarship walk and an extended team competition fundraiser, the organization announced today. The fundraising effort combined WIN’s traditional scholarship walk, held at the organization’s annual conference in May, with an extended program […]
CARSTAR Collision Craft Opens Springdale, Arkansas Location
CARSTAR Collision Craft held a grand opening of its new collision repair center in Springdale, Ark. on Nov. 20 The facility is located off Highway 412. The opening included a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local officials, Chamber of Commerce representatives and community partners. “Our team is dedicated to providing reliable, high-quality collision repair services backed […]
Open Road Calibrations Opens Seventh ADAS Center
Open Road Calibrations has opened its seventh ADAS calibration center in San Antonio, Texas, in a facility shared with a newly remodeled Open Road Collision location. The 20,000-square-foot center performed its first calibration in July with August marking its first full month in operation. The company operates calibration centers in Phoenix (North Phoenix and Chandler), […]
ASE Partners with WrenchWay to Launch Third Annual Technician Survey
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has partnered with WrenchWay to conduct a survey of automotive, diesel and collision repair technicians, instructors and students. The Voice of Technician Survey opened today and will run through Dec. 12, according to the organizations. The survey takes six to 10 minutes to complete, and respondents will […]
OSHA Extends Citation Contest Deadlines Following Government Shutdown
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has extended deadlines for employers to contest workplace safety citations issued during the recent government funding lapse, the Labor Department announced Dec. 2. The agency resumed normal enforcement operations after a shutdown that ran from Oct. 1 through Nov. 12. During that period, OSHA received safety and health […]
Classic Collision Opens Locations in Texas and Oregon
Multiple shop operator enters Dallas, Texas market. Classic Collision announced December 1 that it opened two collision repair facilities, including its first location in the Dallas market. The Atlanta-based multi-shop operator (MSO) opened Classic Collision South Denton in Denton, Texas, and Classic Collision Oregon City in Oregon City, Ore. The Denton facility marks Classic Collision’s […]