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Consumer Sentiment Declines on Inflation Concerns

June 24, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

University of Michigan survey at all time low as consumers inflation concerns outweigh expected income growth Consumer sentiment continued its downward trend, falling 14.4% in June, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers. The June consumer sentiment index reading was an all-time low for the survey, comparable to the trough reached during the […]

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

New Vehicle Sales Projected to Decline Again in June Compared to Last Year

June 24, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

New-vehicle transaction prices projected at all-time high. New-vehicle retail sales for June 2022 are expected to decline when compared with June 2021, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. Retail sales of new vehicles this month are expected to reach 965,300 units, a 18.2% decrease compared with June 2021 when adjusted […]

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

IBIS Global Summit Announced for Milan, Italy June 28-30, 2023

June 24, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Having left behind yet another memorable IBIS Global Summit, held on last week from June 15-17 at Le Méridien Beach Plaza in Monte Carlo, Monaco, IBIS Worldwide have already set to work on producing another world class event for its 2023 IBIS Global Summit conference. At last week’s event, it was announced that the IBIS […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: IBIS Global Summit

Christina Pletnewski Named Chief Marketing Officer at Safelite

June 24, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Safelite announced the appointment of Christina Pletnewski to Chief Marketing Officer. “Christina’s journey since joining our business in 2016 as Vice President of Marketing demonstrates her vast talent and ability to manage multiple key areas of our business successfully,” said Renee Cacchillo, Safelite’s President and CEO. As Vice President, Pletnewski led TV creative and media, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: People, Safelite

Auto Industry CEOs Call on Congress to Pass Semiconductor Funding ‘Critical’ to U.S. Competitiveness

June 24, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

More than 20 CEOs spanning automotive manufacturers, suppliers and innovators sent a letter to members of Congress negotiating final competition legislation, urging quick passage of a bipartisan bill, the CHIPS for America Act, which includes funds to increase domestic capacity and resilience of semiconductor supply chains ‘critical’ to the future of the auto industry in […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Parts Supply, Semiconductors

Federal Trade Commission Takes Action Against Harley-Davidson for Illegally Restricting Right to Repair

June 23, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

In first action since agency released a policy statement on unlawful repair restrictions last year, FTC orders require the motorcycle manufacturer to fix warranties and compete fairly with independent repairers. The Federal Trade Commission announced yesterday that is taking action against motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson Motor Company Group, LLC and Westinghouse outdoor generator maker MWE Investments, […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: Federal Trade Commission, Harley-Davidson, Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, Right to Repair

Service King Unveils its First-Ever LEED-Certified Collision Repair Facility in San Antonio

June 23, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Service King’s comprehensive approach to sustainability and emphasis on strategies for environmental and health performance was brought to life through its first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)-certified facility in the San Antonio, Texas market.  Located at 7507 W. Loop 1604 N. in Alamo Ranch, the new 13,600-square-foot body repair shop features a LEED […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Openings, Service King Collision Repair Centers, Texas

UVeye Announces Strategic Collaboration with General Motors to Commercialize Vehicle Inspection Technology Globally

June 23, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

UVeye receives investment from GM’s capital venture arm. UVeye, a provider of advanced vehicle diagnostic systems, announced that it has received an investment from the capital venture arm of General Motors, GM Ventures, to help fund the development and commercialization of the company’s vehicle inspection technology. UVeye also has entered into a commercial agreement with […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, General Motors, UVeye, Venture Capital

Global Finishing Solutions Announces Collision Repair Technician Training Partnership with Lincoln Tech

June 23, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Global Finishing Solutions (GFS) announced a new partnership with Lincoln Tech to train the next wave of collision repair technicians. GFS is working with Lincoln Tech to help produce qualified, entry-level collision repair technicians and connect them with an array of career opportunities. Lincoln Tech students across the country are learning the ins and outs […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Career and Technical Education, Global Finishing Solutions, Lincoln Educational Services Corporation, Workforce Development

PPG Introduces New Color Matching Tools for Global Refinish Industry

June 23, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

PPG (NYSE: PPG) yesterday announced the introduction of PPG VisualizID advanced 3D visualization software and the PPG DigiMatch digital color camera for easier and faster color matching in body shops. The advanced tools are the latest components of the PPG LINQ end-to-end digital solution for the global refinish industry. With the PPG LINQ digital solution, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: PPG Industries

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