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PGW Auto Glass Acquires 13 Dakotaland Autoglass Locations

June 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

PGW Auto Glass, LLC announced that it has acquired Dakatoland Autoglass, the independent distributor of automotive replacement glass, paint and related supplies in the Upper Midwest.  Based in Sioux Falls, S.D., Dakotaland operates 13 locations in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa. The acquisition was effective as of the close of business May 30.  […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Auto Glass, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, PGW Autoglass, South Dakota

University of the Aftermarket Foundation Thanks Over 100 Volunteer Scholarship Reviewers

June 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) applauded the 118 aftermarket professionals who have volunteered their time to review and evaluate scholarship applications. Because of their work, UAF is in the process of awarding hundreds of automotive and heavy-duty scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year. “One of the most rewarding volunteer roles in the industry […]

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

Joe Ocello Named Executive Director AASP/NJ Mechanical Division

June 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

In an effort to grow its mechanical division, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) announced the hiring of veteran automotive repair and gasoline retail business professional, Joe Ocello, as its mechanical division executive director, effective June 1. “I am very excited to welcome Joe to AASP/NJ as our new mechanical executive […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AASP/NJ, New Jersey, People

Consumer Sentiment Unchanged in May

May 30, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

After four months of declines, sentiment was flat compared to April but remained significantly below last year. According to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers, consumer sentiment in May was unchanged from April, ending four consecutive months of plunging declines. Sentiment had been slightly down at the preliminary reading for May but turned a […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Consumer Sentiment, University of Michigan

CARSTAR Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Billings, Montana

May 30, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

CARSTAR announced the grand opening of CARSTAR Billings, a 6,000-sq. ft. collision repair facility located in Billings, Mont. This marks the first CARSTAR location for owners Jeremy and Matt Buller, experienced collision repair franchisees with a strong commitment to quality and community service. “CARSTAR has been a well-known and respected name in Billings for over […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CARSTAR, Montana, Network Affiliations

Meyer Distributing Opens New Location in Amarillo, Texas

May 30, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Meyer Distributing, Inc. announced the addition of its Amarillo, Texas crossdock. The crossdock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Arlington, Texas distribution hub, which houses one of the largest inventories of automotive accessories, crash and collision, 4×4/Off-Road, RV, and trailer parts in the region. “The Amarillo, TX dock completes our West Texas expansion,” states […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Meyer Distributing, Openings, Texas

EEOC Sues Maryland Chevrolet Dealer for Refusing to Accommodate Disabled Veteran Parts Department Worker

May 30, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged in a lawsuit filed May 21 that Criswell Chevrolet, Inc., one of Maryland’s largest independent car dealership groups, violated federal law by refusing to allow a parts department worker to have a service dog at work as a reasonable accommodation for his post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) resulting […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: EEOC, Lawsuits, Maryland

Automotive Management Institute Extends $600 Discount Offer

May 30, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Management Institute (AMi) announced the extension of its limited-time offer to help automotive professionals pursuing the Accredited Automotive Manager (AAM) designation claim a $600 discount voucher, nearly 30% off the total cost, through June. “This initiative was originally launched in May to energize professionals who are ready to elevate their careers,” said Mark […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Management Institute

CCC Partners with BMW to Help Drivers Connect with Certified Collision Repair Facilities and Take the First Step Toward Repair

May 29, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

CCC digital and AI solutions to support drivers after a collision as the number of promotionally priced OEM parts available to repairers triples. CCC Intelligent Solutions Inc. (CCC) today announced that it was selected by BMW of North America to help enhance the post-collision experience for its drivers. By integrating CCC technology into its customer-facing […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, BMW, CCC, OEM Certification

Crash Champions Selected as Hyundai Authorized Paint Repair Partner

May 29, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Crash Champions announced today it has been selected by Hyundai Motor America as an authorized repair partner for paint services across all of the company’s 650-plus collision repair locations across 38 states. “Crash Champions is proud to support Hyundai as its authorized partner,” said Matt Ebert, founder and CEO of Crash Champions. “We have a […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Crash Champions, Hyundai

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