Production and non-supervisory employment at record levels in U.S. collision repair facilities. An analysis of the latest data released from the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), shows that collision repair industry production in October 2019 was up compared to October 2018 and up versus September. Production, however, remains below the record […]
Axalta Reports Fourth Quarter Refinish Sales Up 2.3%, Overall Sales Declined
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE:AXTA) reported fourth quarter net sales of $1,098.4 million for the fourth quarter, down 5.8%, including 1.3% negative foreign currency translation impact and a 2.0% impact from the sale of a consolidated Joint Venture (JV) interest in the second quarter. Constant currency organic net sales decreased 2.5% in the period, with […]
NICB and ASA Supported Chop Shop Bill Passes New Mexico House Committee Vote
The New Mexico House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee at a hearing on Tuesday recommended passage of House Bill 156 (HB 156). As CollisionWeek reported Monday, the legislation would make it a felony to dismantle unlawfully obtained motor vehicles, sell or purchase illegally obtained components. The legislation is supported by both the National Insurance Crime […]
USMCA Trade Agreement Signed into Law
At a ceremony yesterday, President Trump signed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) that will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). According to the Administration, the agreement will expand U.S. manufacturing and is vital for the auto industry. Negotiated in 2018, USMCA also contains new protections for American intellectual property, digital trade provisions and […]
I-CAR Rolls Out Expanded Membership Program
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) is rolling out it new membership program that announced as part of its updated Governance model that was finalized in November. A new non-voting Associate Member category has been created with automatic, no-fee membership status for Gold Class shops, Platinum technicians, Committee Chairs, and Career and Technical […]
Wholesale Vehicle Prices Up in December Compared to Previous Year
While up compared to 2018, wholesale vehicle prices were below November levels. According to KAR Global Analytical Services’ monthly analysis of wholesale used vehicle prices, 2019 ended with average wholesale prices dropping for the seventh month in a row. Though some of this decline reflects seasonal patterns, it may also be indicative of used vehicle […]
AASP/NJ Meeting Shop Features Employment Law Updates
In response to recent employment law changes in the Garden State, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) brought in David M. Bander, Esq., executive director, Policy Office New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, to provide shop owners with the tools and information they need to run their businesses accordingly. […]
NASTF Finalizes Team Call Schedule
The National Automotive Service Association (NASTF) has finalized the schedules for its five volunteer Teams, Communications, Education, Vehicle Security, Service Technology, and Heavy Duty. Each team is comprised of NASTF members, representing various sectors of the automotive industry. The Communications Team is responsible for reporting on NASTF activities and progress while soliciting feedback regarding service […]
New Book Helps Collision Repair Frontline Leaders Inspire People
Authors John Stuef and Amy Bradshaw announced the release of their book, From Doing to Leading: Your Guide for Inspiring People on the Front Lines. “The book is written for the ‘doers,’ the frontline workers in the collision repair and service industries who are out there every day running their shops and doing their best […]
ASE Announces New Officers for 2020
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has announced the officers for its 2020 Board of Directors. The new Chair is Bobby Bassett, North American National Training Manager, Gates Corporation. Mark Polke, Manager of Sales and Consulting, Bosch Workshop Concepts, North America, Robert Bosch LLC, is Vice Chair; Brad Pellman, President, Pellman’s Automotive (Boulder, […]
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