Governor raises concerns that telematics access provision inlegislation was a “finger on the scale in favor of auto manufacturers” compared to independent repair facilities. Urges legislature to pass alternative bill. Maine Governor Janet Mills vetoed legislation Jan. 7 that would have made significant changes to Maine’s automotive right to repair law, a statute voters approved […]
Boyd Group Clears Regulatory Hurdle for Joe Hudson’s Acquisition
Boyd Group Services Inc. (TSX: BYD; NYSE: BGSI) said Wednesday it has received regulatory approval to complete its previously announced $1.3 billion acquisition of Joe Hudson’s Collision Center, with closing expected Jan. 9. The collision repair consolidator announced the definitive agreement Oct. 29 to purchase the 258-location chain from private equity firm TSG Consumer Partners. […]
CCC Launches OEM Certification Management Program
Nissan first vehicle manufacturer to join. CCC Intelligent Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: CCCS) announced today that Nissan will be the first vehicle manufacturer to participate in the CCC OEM Link Network, a program designed to support OEM collision repair facility certification programs. Through the partnership, CCC will manage certified network operations for Nissan, including administration of […]
Ama Capital, Keyhaven Acquire UK Collision Repair MSO Vella Group
The Vella Group, the collision repair firm operating 18 locations in northwest England and the Midlands, has received strategic investment from Ama Capital and Keyhaven Capital Partners to back a management buyout and fund expansion. The transaction marks the first investment in the collision repair industry for London-based Ama Capital, an operator-led private equity firm. […]
Brightpoint Acquires Collision Repair Center in Tennessee
Brightpoint Auto Body Repair has acquired Bruce’s Body Shop in Paris, Tenn., the company’s fifth location in middle Tennessee. The acquired business is now operating as Bruce’s Auto Body Center. “Bruce’s has built a legacy of trust through craftsmanship and integrity,” said Paul Williams, president of Brightpoint Auto Body Repair. “We are proud to welcome […]
The Riverside Company Acquires Certified Collision Group from Incline Equity Partners
Network of OEM-certified collision repair facilities supports independent businesses in U.S. and Canada. The Riverside Company has acquired the Certified Collision Group (CCG), the subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair facilities, from Incline Equity Partners. Terms of the transaction, announced yesterday, were not disclosed. CCG, founded in 2014, provides independent collision repairers with access […]
Cox Automotive Projects 15.8 Million New-Vehicle Sales in 2026, Down 2.4% from 2025
Used vehicle values projected to increase 2% year over year by the end of 2026. Cox Automotive forecasts U.S. new-vehicle sales will reach 15.8 million units in 2026, a 2.4% decline from 2025 levels, according to the company’s annual industry outlook released Monday. The forecast follows a 2025 that exceeded expectations across most metrics. “The […]
ASE and WrenchWay to Host January 15 Webinar on New Technician Workforce Initiative
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and WrenchWay will host a free webinar on Jan. 15 at noon (ET) to introduce ASE Connects, a membership program aimed at addressing technician workforce challenges. The webinar, Introducing ASE Connects: Building a Stronger Technician Workforce Together, will feature executives from both organizations discussing how ASE Connects […]
Changing and Saving Lives Foundation Adds Two Board Members
The Changing and Saving Lives Foundation, the 501(c)(3) charitable arm of the National Auto Body Council (NABC), elected two new board members at its Dec. 12 annual meeting after expanding the board from three to five members. John Winchell, in-house CPA for Midway Auto Inc. in Kansas City, Mo., was elected treasurer. Winchell also serves […]
Dent Wizard Names Bryan Wynn as CEO
Dent Wizard International has named Bryan Wynn as chief executive officer, effective Jan. 1. Wynn joined Dent Wizard in 2022 as chief financial officer and most recently served as president. Before joining the company, he was an executive vice president at Bain Capital, where he worked with portfolio companies on growth strategy and operations, including […]
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