Legislation would require crash parts and auto glass that meet or exceed OEM specifications, requires insurers to follow manufacturer ADAS procedures. Legislation introduced on Friday in the Illinois House of Representatives seeks to amend the state’s insurance code to regulate aftermarket collision repair parts and glass. Illinois House Bill 4719 (HB 4719) was introduced January […]
Hertrich Automotive Dealerships Acquires Collision Repair Center in Delaware
The Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships announced the acquisition of Rickards Restorations and Autobody in Millsboro, Del. Rickards Restorations and Autobody has been family-owned-and-operated and a pillar of the community for several years, a tradition the Hertrich Family is excited to continue. Rickards Restorations and Autobody will now take on the name of Hertrich Collision […]
Tesla Expands Auto Insurance Offering to Arizona and Ohio
In an update on its website, Tesla announced the availability of its auto insurance product in Arizona and Ohio. The move brings the total number of states where Tesla owners can buy the vehicle manufacturer’s insurance product to five. Ohio is the 10th largest auto physical damage insurance market in the U.S. and Arizona is […]
AASP/NJ to Award Second Annual Young Technician Grant at Northeast Trade Show
A budding auto body technician will walk away from this year’s NORTHEAST Automotive Services Show with $5,000 worth of tools or equipment as the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) plans to present the Second Annual Young Technician Award at the show taking place March 18-20 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center (MEC) […]
Dr. Keith Silverman to Lead Operations and Supply Chain at Axalta
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) today announced that Dr. Keith Silverman is joining Axalta as Senior Vice President & Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer, effective immediately. “Keith is an outstanding leader with an impressive track record in leading operational excellence with a strong focus on safety and sustainability. He will lead Operations and Supply Chain, […]
Interview: Tim Adelmann, former ABRA executive and Brandon Eckenrode, managing director of the Collision Repair Education Foundation
In our video interview Adelmann, discusses the goals of his family’s $500,000 donation to fund collision repair technician scholarships through the Education Foundation. Eckenrode provides update on Foundation activities. The Collision Repair Education Foundation announced that Tim Adelmann, who served as chief business development officer and executive vice president at ABRA for 35 years, and […]
ProColor Collision Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in California
ProColor Collision Montclair, located at 4741 Arrow Highway in Montclair, Calif., is the newest collision repair center to join the ProColor Collision network. Formerly known as Montclair Auto Collision, ProColor Collision Montclair mirrors owner-operator Carlos Flores’ commitment to customer satisfaction and proper collision repairs. According to Carlos, he takes the most pride in the reputation […]
PPG Reports Fourth Quarter Sales Up 12% from Last Year
Refinish volume improved but remain below pre-pandemic levels. PPG (NYSE:PPG) reported record fourth quarter 2021 net sales of approximately $4.2 billion, an increase of 12% versus last year that was negatively impacted by the pandemic. According to the company, while underlying demand in most end-use markets remained strong, fourth quarter results continued to be significantly […]
U.S. Length of Rental Up 3.9 Days in Fourth Quarter Compared to 2020
Latest data from Enterprise Rent-A-Car show impact of higher used vehicle prices, staff shortages and parts supply disruptions on the collision repair market. The 3rd quarter of 2021 saw average Length of Rental (LOR) for collision replacement-related rentals increase almost three full days compared to 2020. How did the final quarter of 2021 fare? Historically, […]
ASE Announces New Officers for 2022
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) announced its officers for its 2022 board of directors that were elected during the annual ASE board meeting held in Arizona. “The ASE volunteer leadership board provides invaluable knowledge and expertise that helps ASE keep abreast of industry trends and continue to provide exceptional service to all […]
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