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I-CAR to Launch Mixed Attachment Methods Course for Structural Technicians

October 3, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) will launch a new hands-on course in early 2026 that consolidates multiple welding and joining techniques into a single certification for structural repair technicians. The Mixed Attachment Methods course, currently in pilot testing, covers rivet bonding, MAG welding, MIG brazing, steel sectioning and spot welding — techniques […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: I-CAR, Technical Training

Southeast Collision Conference Seeks Education Presenters for 2026 Event

October 3, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Southeast Collision Conference (SCC) is seeking speaker proposals for its annual conference scheduled for April 23-24 at the Embassy Suites Charlotte Concord in Concord, N.C. The Carolinas Collision Association (CCA) and the Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association (WMABA) will host the fifth annual Southeast Collision Conference, which alternates locations between the two regions each […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Carolinas Collision Association, North Carolina, Southeast Collision Conference, Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association

Fix Network Names Co-Leaders for U.S. Operations

October 3, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Fix Network has restructured its U.S. leadership, appointing Lou Berman and Nicky Woerner to share oversight of its ProColor Collision and NOVUS Glass franchises. Berman, who has served as vice president of operations and sales for the U.S. market, will expand his role to cover both brands. Woerner was promoted to vice president of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Fix Network World, Novus Glass, People, ProColor Collision

NY Department of Financial Services Chief Harris to Step Down

October 3, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Asrow named acting superintendent of finance and insurance regulator. New York’s top finance and insurance industry regulator Adrienne A. Harris will leave the Department of Financial Services after four years, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Monday. Kaitlin Asrow, currently executive deputy superintendent of the department’s research and innovation division, will take over as acting superintendent Oct. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Department of Financial Services, New York State, People

TechForce Opens Public Voting for 2025 Techs Rock Awards

October 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Twelve finalists compete for grand prizes as foundation works to address technician shortage. The TechForce Foundation has opened public voting to select winners in its 2025 Techs Rock Awards, which recognizes student and professional technicians amid an ongoing nationwide shortage. Online voting runs through Oct. 15. Two grand prize winners — one student and one […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Grants, SEMA Show, Specialty Equipment Market Association, TechForce Foundation

Gerber Collision & Glass to License Mitchell Cloud Estimating

October 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Mitchell and Gerber Collision & Glass, the U.S. based repair brand of Boyd Group Services, Inc. (TSE: BYD), today jointly announced that they have signed a multi-year enterprise licensing agreement. The agreement gives all current and future Gerber repair centers access to Mitchell Cloud Estimating with Integrated Repair Procedures and the company’s Paintless Dent Repair […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Boyd Group, Estimating Systems, Gerber, Mitchell

Würth and Plasnomic Form Strategic Partnership to Advance Plastic Repairs

October 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Würth Group hosted Plasnomic representatives at its headquarters in Künzelsau, Germany to discuss plastic repair standardization and a potential nomination to the Plastic Repair Alliance Council. The meeting focused on developing industry standards for plastic component repairs as automakers increase plastic content in vehicles. Würth indicated interest in joining the council, which includes collision […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Plasnomic, Plastic Repair, Würth Group

LKQ Corporation Completes the Sale of Self Service Segment

October 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ: LKQ) announced it has completed its previously announced agreement to sell its Self Service segment, Pick Your Part, to an affiliate of Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, LLC for an enterprise value of $410 million, subject to customary purchase price adjustments. Justin Jude, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are executing on […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, LKQ Corporation

Allstate Announces Leadership Team Changes

October 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Allstate Corporation announced changes to its senior leadership team, effective Oct. 1. Mario Rizzo will become Chief Operating Officer, responsible for the Property-Liability and Protection Services businesses. Rizzo was previously President, Property-Liability. Jess Merten, currently Chief Financial Officer, will become President, Property-Liability. He will report to Rizzo. John Dugenske will serve as the interim […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Allstate, People

Nationwide Decline in Vehicle Thefts Continued Through First Half of 2025

October 1, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Stolen vehicles down 23% compared to mid-2024. Vehicle thefts in the United States fell 23% during the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to a new analysis of reported thefts from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the nation’s leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to preventing and combating insurance […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: National Insurance Crime Bureau, Vehicle Theft

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