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Debra Seminario Named SVP of Sales and Commercial Accounts at CrashBay

July 9, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

CrashBay announced it has hired Debra Seminario as senior vice president of sales and commercial accounts. Seminario brings 25 years of experience in the automotive, insurance and technology sectors, including leadership roles at CCC Intelligent Solutions and Typhon Risk. At CrashBay, she will focus on building strategic partnerships and driving initiatives to enhance claims management […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CrashBay, People

Rhode Island House Bill That Changes Total Loss Threshold, Documented Procedure Compensation Becomes Law

July 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Legislation raises threshold before a vehicle is declared a total loss and expands definition on documented procedures sources. A Rhode Island House Bill that raises the state’s total loss threshold and clarifies insurers’ obligations regarding OEM repair procedures became law July 5 without Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee’s signature. House Bill 6053 (HB 6053), that […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: I-CAR, legislation, OEM Repair Procedures, Rhode Island, Total Loss, Unfair Claims Practice

ProColor Collision Opens First Colorado Location

July 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

ProColor Collision has opened its first Colorado location at 8531 Rosemary Street in Commerce City, marking the collision repair franchise’s expansion into the state. The facility is owned and operated by Lynn Washington, a Denver-area resident who has operated NOVUS Glass locations in Denver and Colorado Springs since 2016. Washington has 10 years of experience […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Colorado, Network Affiliations, ProColor Collision

Fix Auto USA Celebrates Grand Opening of Two Locations in Riverside, California

July 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fix Auto USA celebrated the grand openings of two new collision repair facilities in Riverside, Calif. owned by Brian Brandler, who joined the network in 2024. Fix Auto Magnolia Riverside opened in September 2024, followed by Fix Auto Jurupa Valley a few months later. Both locations are independently owned by Brandler as principal owner. “My […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Fix Auto USA, Network Affiliations

IBIS Global Summit Draws International Collision Repair Industry to Istanbul

July 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The 2025 IBIS Global Summit concluded June 26 in Istanbul, Turkey after three days of industry programming and networking for collision repair professionals. The event at the Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul attracted executives and business owners from body repair, software and technology, insurance, vehicle manufacturing and supply chain companies. Representatives from 29 countries attended, including […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: IBIS Global Summit, International Bodyshop Industry Symposium, Turkey

Auto Glass Now Recognized by Hyundai as Approved Glass Repair Vendor for Dealer Network

July 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Auto Glass Now announced Hyundai Motor America has officially approved Auto Glass Now as a trusted vendor for its network of dealers. This partnership allows Hyundai dealers to use Auto Glass Now for all auto glass repair and replacement services for new and authorized pre-owned vehicles. “At Auto Glass Now, safety and quality are at […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Approvals, Auto Glass Now, Hyundai

New Vehicle Sales Up in June Compared to Last Year

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Sales hit 15.3 million annual rate in June despite tariff impact. New light-vehicle sales reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 15.3 million units in June, up 2.3% from the same month last year, according to data released by the National Automobile Dealers Association. The year-over-year increase was inflated by a major dealership software outage […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: National Automobile Dealers Association, New Vehicles Sales

Classic Collision Enters Ohio with Opening of Cincinnati Location

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Classic Collision LLC opened a new collision repair facility in Cincinnati, marking the company’s expansion into Ohio. Classic Collision, based in Atlanta, Ga., operates 340 facilities nationwide. The Cincinnati location features diagnostic equipment and certified technicians, according to the company. Classic Collision said the facility follows eco-friendly practices.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Classic Collision, Ohio, Openings

Wren’s Collision Group Acquires Repair Facility in Marietta, Georgia

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Wren’s Collision Group announced today it has acquired Pugmire Collision, expanding the family-owned company’s operations into the Marietta, Ga. market. The newly acquired repair facility is Wren’s 19th location. The company said it will retain Pugmire’s existing staff and maintain current service standards. “Our growth is always guided by our purpose—to serve with integrity, provide […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Georgia, Wren's Collision Group

Registration Opens for September 26-27 Music City Collision Conference

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Tennessee Collision Repairers Association opened registration for its first Music City Collision Conference, scheduled for Sept. 26-27 at the Southwest Conference Center in Nashville. The two-day event will include a trade show with vendors and educational sessions led by industry professionals. “The conference is an excellent opportunity for collision repairers and vendors to attend […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association, Music City Collision Conference, Tennessee, Tennessee Collision Repairers Association

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