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Classic Collision Acquires Collision Repair Center in Ocala, Florida

September 26, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisition of International Auto Body in Ocala, Fla. International Auto Body’s 15,000 square foot facility has been servicing Marion County for over 35 years. “Our high-tech team has spent several years providing exceptional customer service, speedy repairs, and thorough vehicle deliveries. We are excited to continue that journey now as […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Classic Collision, Florida

I-CAR Announces Registration Open for Education Program at SEMA Show

September 26, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Inter-Industry on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced that it will offer a variety of classroom opportunities to increase collision repair industry knowledge and skills for attendees of the 2022 SEMA Show being held November 1-4 in Las Vegas, Nev. Online registration is available now through Thursday, November 3 for topics including: Initialization and Calibration […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: I-CAR, SEMA Show, Training Schedule

PPG to Share Commercial Collision Repair Claims Insight at HD Repair Forum

September 26, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

PPG (NYSE:PPG) announced that it will present an overview of industry trends and insights during the 2022 HD Repair Forum at The Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio today and tomorrow. Using actual repair estimate data compiled from insurance and shop estimates in the U.S. and Canada, Jim Heil, PPG strategic account manager, fleet and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Estimating Systems, HD Repair Forum, PPG

Montana Insurance Commissioner Fines Four Dent Repair Companies

September 23, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Out-of-state firms violated regulations prohibiting the waiving of insurance deductibles. Montana Insurance Commissioner Troy Downing fined four out-of-state vehicle dent repair companies for illegally waiving or offering to waive insurance deductibles. Montana law prohibits this practice because of concerns that dent repair companies overcharge insurance companies to recoup the loss of paying the deductible − […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Insurance Department, Montana, PDR, Regulations

Toyota and Kenworth Announce Successful Completion of California Fuel Cell Electric Truck Project

September 23, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Toyota Motor North America and Kenworth Truck Company announced they have proven the capabilities of their jointly designed heavy-duty, Class 8 fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) as a potential zero-emissions replacement of diesel-powered trucks with the completion of their operations in the Zero- and Near-Zero Emissions Freight Facilities (ZANZEFF) “Shore to Store” project at the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Fuel Cells, Hydrogen, Kenworth, Toyota

AAA Reports Gasoline Prices Increasing This Week

September 23, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

According to AAA, since Monday, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline increased by a penny to $3.68. After declining for 98 consecutive days, the national average reversed course as fluctuating oil prices and tight supply due to planned and unplanned maintenance work at refineries on the West Coast and Midwest contribute to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AAA, Fuel Prices

NHTSA Early Estimates Show Overall Increase in Roadway Deaths in First Half of 2022

September 23, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Second quarter projected to have first decline since 2020. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released its early estimates of traffic fatalities for the first half of 2022. An estimated 20,175 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes, an increase of about 0.5% as compared to 20,070 fatalities NHTSA projected for the first half of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: NHTSA, Traffic Fatalities

CAR Coalition White Papers Say Vehicle Owners Will Pay Significantly More for Repairs Without Right to Repair Legislation

September 22, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Organization calls for support of Federal Right to Repair legislation before U.S. Congress. The CAR Coalition, a group of independent automotive parts, management and repair companies, associations, and insurers committed to preserving consumer choice and affordable vehicle repair, released two research papers focused on the impact of right to repair legislation in the auto industry. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CAR Coalition, legislation, Right to Repair, U.S. House of Representatives

Crash Champions Acquires Two Collision Repair Centers in Georgia

September 22, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Crash Champions, LLC announced that it has acquired Thomas Collision Center in Georgia, consisting of two collision repair centers in Valdosta, Ga., located at 1505 Maxine Ave. and 4534 North Valdosta Rd. The acquisition of Thomas Collision gives Crash Champions 11 locations in the state. “James and his team of dedicated, highly-trained professionals have worked […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Crash Champions, Georgia

1Collision Adds Collision Repair Facility to Network in Michigan

September 22, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

1Collision announced the addition of Kepner’s Precision Auto Krafters in Benton Harbor, Mich. to its network. Established more than 50 years ago, Kepner’s Precision Auto Krafters is a family-run business located southwest of Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids. The company prides itself on repairing vehicles to the highest standards and providing excellent service. “We are delighted […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: 1Collision Network, Michigan, Network Affiliations

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