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 […]
LKQ Corporation Completes the Sale of Self Service Segment
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 […]
Allstate Announces Leadership Team Changes
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 […]
Nationwide Decline in Vehicle Thefts Continued Through First Half of 2025
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 […]
Caliber Apprentice Program Generated $22.1M for Texas Economy in 2024
Caliber’s Technician Apprentice Program contributed $22.1 million in added income to the Texas economy in 2024, according to an economic impact study commissioned by the automotive repair company. The program’s 2024 economic impact was equivalent to supporting 288 jobs statewide, according to the study conducted by Lightcast, a labor market analytics firm. The analysis focused […]
Crash Champions Launches Third Annual Breast Cancer Research Fundraising Campaign
Crash Champions announced today it will partner with Susan G. Komen for its third consecutive October fundraising campaign supporting breast cancer research and treatment. Throughout October Crash Champions team members at the company’s 650-plus repair collision repair centers are raising funds for Komen through the sale of special-edition polos and t-shirts. The company is also […]
IBIS Announces 2026 Conference Calendar and Theme
IBIS Worldwide has released its 2026 international conference schedule and unveiled Connecting Change Makers as its global theme for the year. The automotive collision repair industry networking platform will host conferences across multiple regions throughout 2026. The events are designed to bring together industry decision-makers and innovators. “Connecting Change Makers reflects the very essence of […]
Thatcham Research Finds Tesla’s Mega-Cast Parts Can Cut Repair Costs
Two-year study challenges early insurance industry concerns about large aluminum castings as other vehicle manufacturers plan to adopt the technology. Tesla’s large-scale aluminum casting technology can reduce repair costs compared to traditional steel structures when properly designed, according to a two-year study by UK-based Thatcham Research released Thursday. The UK automotive research organization crash-tested Tesla […]
Labor Department Awards $25M to Alabama, Colorado for Apprenticeship Programs
The U.S. Department of Labor announced that Alabama and Colorado will each receive $12.5 million to develop resources and expand access to Registered Apprenticeship opportunities. The funding supports implementation of executive orders aimed at expanding the apprenticeship program, including “Preparing Americans for High-Paying Skilled Trade Jobs of the Future” and “Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for […]
California Delays Zero-Emission Truck Mandate, Scales Back Fleet Requirements
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved amendments September 25 to its Advanced Clean Fleet regulation, delaying zero-emission vehicle purchase requirements for public fleets by three years and repealing portions that applied to federal and private operators. The changes extend the 50% zero-emission vehicle purchase requirement by three years and push the 100% purchase mandate […]
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