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University of the Aftermarket Foundation Scholarship Deadline This Friday March 31

March 28, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) reminds students that this Friday, March 31 is the deadline to submit applications on the Aftermarket Scholarship Central websites at AutomotiveScholarships.com and HeavyDutyScholarships.com. A complete list of scholarships offered by UAF and affiliated industry organizations is featured on the websites with links to information outlining each organization’s scholarship […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Scholarships, University of the Aftermarket Foundation

James O’Dell Named Assistant Director of Aftermarket Education at Northwood University

March 28, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Northwood University announced that it has hired James O’Dell, an industry veteran, to serve in a new role supporting automotive aftermarket education. “We are thrilled to welcome James O’Dell as our new assistant director of aftermarket education,” stated Kristin Stehouwer, academic vice president and provost of Northwood University. “His professional experiences and network, along with […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Northwood University, People

New Nationwide Agency Forward Survey Shows Dangerous Driving Behavior Drastically Higher than Last Year

March 27, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Drivers say it’s getting scarier on America’s roadways. Consumers fear drivers are faster, more aggressive, and more reckless compared to 2022. They are right. New research from Nationwide shows dangerous driving behavior has not improved since last year. In fact, it has reached alarming highs. The younger the driver, the scarier the driving behaviors Nationwide’s […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Claim Severity, Cycle Time, Distracted Driving, Nationwide Insurance

AASP/NJ’s Northeast Trade Show Exceeds Expectations

March 27, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

On March 17-19, the crowds never ceased coming through the doors of the Meadowlands Exposition Center (MEC) in Secaucus, N.J. as the NORTHEAST 2023 Automotive Services Show attracted thousands of automotive and collision professionals eager to fill their minds with knowledge on the industry’s most pressing topics while also looking to fill their shops with […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AASP/NJ, New Jersey, Northeast Trade Show

Insurance Association Hails Federal Legislation to Preserve Competition in Collision Repair Parts Market

March 27, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Legislation to preserve competition in the marketplace for aftermarket auto parts will help keep repair costs low by promoting consumer choice, according to the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC). The Save Money on Auto Repair Transportation, or SMART Act, which was reintroduced last week, would limit the design patent on an auto repair […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Aftermarket Parts, Design Patents, legislation, National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies, U.S. House of Representatives

Ricardo Rosso Named Site Manager of AkzoNobel Pontiac Automotive and Specialty Coatings Facility

March 27, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

AkzoNobel announced Ricardo Rosso is the new site manager for its Pontiac Automotive and Specialty Coatings manufacturing facility as of March 1. He started with AkzoNobel in 2011 in Brazil and then joined our North America team (NAM) in 2018 as the production manager for Marine, Protective and Yacht (MPY) Coatings at Akzo’s Houston, Texas […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AkzoNobel, Michigan, People

Hertz Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer

March 27, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HTZ) announced that it has appointed Alexandra Brooks, its Chief Accounting Officer, as interim Chief Financial Officer effective April 1. Ms. Brooks will replace Kenny Cheung, who is leaving the company to pursue another professional opportunity in a different industry. Hertz is initiating a formal search process for the selection of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Hertz, People

March Total New-Vehicle Sales Pace Projected to Increase Over Last Year

March 24, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Pent up demand buoys sales. Spending on new vehicles projected to set Q1 record. Total new-vehicle sales for March 2023, including retail and non-retail transactions, are projected to reach 1,330,700 units, a 6.2% increase from March 2022, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. March 2023 has the same number of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: J.D. Power, LMC Automotive, New Vehicle Sales

Fix Auto USA Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Tujunga, California

March 24, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fix Auto USA announced the opening of Fix Auto Tujunga, the newest collision repair center to join its network. The 4,500 sq. ft. facility is located at 7001 Foothill Boulevard in Tujunga, Calif. Kevin Tarverdyan, owner of Fix Auto Tujunga, joins the auto repair industry with nearly two decades of experience in the insurance industry. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Fix Auto USA, Network Affiliations

LKQ Europe Partners with European Council for Motor Trades and Repairs

March 24, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

LKQ Europe announced its partnership with the European Council for Motor Trades and Repairs (CECRA). This partnership is built on shared objectives and common interests, including access to vehicle data, electric vehicles, green deal, and the ongoing skill development of automotive technicians. By joining forces with CECRA, LKQ Europe looks forward to participating in the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Europe, European Council for Motor Trades and Repairs, LKQ Corporation

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