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Brightpoint Acquires Collision Repair Center in Tennessee

January 8, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

Brightpoint Auto Body Repair has acquired Bruce’s Body Shop in Paris, Tenn., the company’s fifth location in middle Tennessee. The acquired business is now operating as Bruce’s Auto Body Center. “Bruce’s has built a legacy of trust through craftsmanship and integrity,” said Paul Williams, president of Brightpoint Auto Body Repair. “We are proud to welcome […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Brightpoint Auto Body Repair, Tennesee

The Riverside Company Acquires Certified Collision Group from Incline Equity Partners

January 7, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

Network of OEM-certified collision repair facilities supports independent businesses in U.S. and Canada. The Riverside Company has acquired the Certified Collision Group (CCG), the subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair facilities, from Incline Equity Partners. Terms of the transaction, announced yesterday, were not disclosed. CCG, founded in 2014, provides independent collision repairers with access […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Certified Collision Group, Incline Equity Partners, Riverside Company

Cox Automotive Projects 15.8 Million New-Vehicle Sales in 2026, Down 2.4% from 2025

January 7, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

Used vehicle values projected to increase 2% year over year by the end of 2026. Cox Automotive forecasts U.S. new-vehicle sales will reach 15.8 million units in 2026, a 2.4% decline from 2025 levels, according to the company’s annual industry outlook released Monday. The forecast follows a 2025 that exceeded expectations across most metrics. “The […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Cox Automotive, Manheim Wholesale Used Vehicle Price Index, New Vehicle Sales, Used Vehicle Prices

ASE and WrenchWay to Host January 15 Webinar on New Technician Workforce Initiative

January 7, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and WrenchWay will host a free webinar on Jan. 15 at noon (ET) to introduce ASE Connects, a membership program aimed at addressing technician workforce challenges. The webinar, Introducing ASE Connects: Building a Stronger Technician Workforce Together, will feature executives from both organizations discussing how ASE Connects […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: ASE, Webinars, Workforce Development, WrenchWay

Changing and Saving Lives Foundation Adds Two Board Members

January 7, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Changing and Saving Lives Foundation, the 501(c)(3) charitable arm of the National Auto Body Council (NABC), elected two new board members at its Dec. 12 annual meeting after expanding the board from three to five members. John Winchell, in-house CPA for Midway Auto Inc. in Kansas City, Mo., was elected treasurer. Winchell also serves […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Board of Trustees, Changing and Saving Lives Foundation, National Auto Body Council, People

Dent Wizard Names Bryan Wynn as CEO

January 6, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

Dent Wizard International has named Bryan Wynn as chief executive officer, effective Jan. 1. Wynn joined Dent Wizard in 2022 as chief financial officer and most recently served as president. Before joining the company, he was an executive vice president at Bain Capital, where he worked with portfolio companies on growth strategy and operations, including […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Dent Wizard, People

Georgia Approves Auto Insurance Rate Cuts for Liberty Mutual, Safeco Customers

January 6, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

Latest rate approvals follow reductions by State Farm in November. Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced last month the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance approved rate reductions for Liberty Mutual and Safeco policyholders in the state. The approved rate filings include a 5.7% reduction for Liberty Mutual Personal Insurance Co., […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Georgia, Liberty Mutual Insurance, Premiums, Safeco

The Hartford Opens Technology Hub in Columbus, Ohio

January 6, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Hartford (NYSE: HIG) has opened a technology office in Columbus, Ohio, adding approximately 75 positions focused on artificial intelligence, cloud architecture and technology development. The office, located at Easton Town Center, will house both new hires and existing remote employees in the region. The insurer said the facility includes space for prototyping new products […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Artificial Intelligence, Ohio, Openings, The Hartford

State Farm’s Teresa Candiloro Joins CAPA Board of Directors

January 6, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) has elected Teresa Candiloro to its board of directors, the nonprofit collision repair parts certification organization announced Dec. 22. Candiloro is a property and casualty claims consultant with State Farm Insurance. She previously served as an estimatics section manager with the insurer and holds the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Board of Directors, Certified Automotive Parts Association, People, State Farm

Sony Honda Mobility Begins AFEELA 1 Trial Production in Ohio Ahead of Late 2026 Deliveries

January 6, 2026 By CollisionWeek Editor

Sony Honda Mobility Inc. announced it has begun trial production of its AFEELA 1 electric vehicle at Honda’s East Liberty Auto Plant in Ohio and established a dedicated quality inspection facility as the company prepares for U.S. customer deliveries later this year. The Tokyo-based joint venture between Sony Group Corp. and Honda Motor Co. announced […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Ohio, Sony Honda Mobility

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