University of Michigan index climbs on improved outlook on inflation and incomes amid split views on business outlook. Consumer sentiment soared 13% in January to reach its highest level since July 2021, continuing the sharp increase seen in December, primarily on the basis of an improving outlook over inflation and personal incomes, according to the […]
UK’s Steer Automotive Group Acquires 11 Collision Repair Centers
Steer Automotive Group, the UK’s largest multiple shop operator (MSO) announced the acquisition of Lovells Auto Body Centres and Pronto Accident Repair Centres. The integration of Lovells and Pronto’s 11 sites across the East of England complements our group’s current East Midlands’ footprint. Lovells Auto Body Centre emerged in 1972 from the Lovells family garage […]
Craig Edmonds Named President of asTech
Cris Hollingsworth promoted to Co-CEO of Repairify Global Holdings and Rick Keister named Co-Chairman of the Board. Repairify announced the addition of Craig Edmonds as the President of asTech. The company also announced it promoted Cris Hollingsworth to Co-CEO of Repairify Global Holdings, and Rick Keister as the Co-Chairman of the Board. Edmonds brings over […]
University of Nebraska Crash Tests Raise Concerns About Highway Guard Rail Performance with Heavier Electric Vehicles
The Midwest Roadside Safety Facility at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL) has mobilized to answer the safety and military defense questions raised by the burgeoning number of electric vehicles on the nation’s roadways. In research sponsored by the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), the Nebraska facility recently conducted a first-of-its-kind crash test […]
February 22 CIECA Webinar Examines Embracing Technology to be Successful in the Collision Repair Industry
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that its next CIECA Webinar, Embracing Technology to be Successful in the Collision Industry, is scheduled for Thursday, February 22 at 2 p.m. (EST). The one-hour webinar will feature Mike Anderson, owner of Collision Advice. “People tend to be skeptical about new technology,” said Anderson. “Instead, I […]
Idaho Aftermarket Parts Bill Scheduled for Hearing Today
Legislation is opposed by Automotive Body Parts Association. Legislation that would amend Idaho regulations governing consumer disclosure of the use of aftermarket crash parts is set for a hearing at 1:30 p.m. (MST) before the Idaho Senate Commerce & Human Resources. Idaho Senate Bill 1233 (SB 1233) would amend Section 41-1328B of Idaho Code that […]
ASA-Endorsed Tax Relief Bill Passes U.S. House
Bill supported by automotive and business industry groups now goes to the U.S. Senate. Last night, the U.S. House of Representative passed the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act (H.R. 7024) that will benefit automotive repair facilities and other businesses. The measure was supported by the Automotive Service Association (ASA) that urged members […]
I-CAR’s Collision Careers Launches Digital Advertising Campaign to Attract Collision Repair Technicians
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced its Collision Careers platform launched its first-ever digital advertising campaign aimed at attracting high potential talent to the industry and showcasing the benefits of a career in collision repair to solve a talent crisis that is estimated to be 100,000 skilled technicians short. The campaign features […]
Michelle Sullivan Named CEO at Certified Collision Group
Marty Evans becomes Executive Chairman The Certified Collision Group, Inc. (CCG) announced the appointment of Michelle Sullivan as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 1. Concurrently, CCG’s long-standing CEO, Marty Evans, has been appointed Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors. Sullivan brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leadership […]
Interview: Caliber’s David Dart on the MSO’s Technician Apprenticeship Program
Caliber’s Chief People Officer discusses the collision repair firm’s apprenticeship program, and how it benefits the company and its teammates. As collision repair facility operators continue to face historic shortages of technicians, the industry is increasingly looking at formal apprenticeship programs to attract and train the next generation of staff. Caliber’s Technician Apprentice Program was […]
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