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European Automotive Aftermarket Calls for Urgent Regulatory Action on In-Vehicle Data Access 

October 17, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

As the automotive industry transitions toward a future shaped by data-driven services, the European Alliance for the Freedom of Car Repair (AFCAR), representing key stakeholders in the aftermarket sector, today called for immediate action to guarantee fair and open access to in-vehicle data. Among the members of AFCAR is the Association Internationale des Réparateurs en […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AIRC, CECRA, Data Access, Europe, European Alliance for the Freedom of Car Repair, European Commission, Regulations

Classic Collision Acquires New Location in The Florida Keys

October 16, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisition of Conch Paint & Body in Key West, Fla. Conch Paint & Body, with twenty years of experience, is one of the largest family-owned collision repair shops in the Florida Keys. “Over the past decade, we have taken great pride in being a part of the collision industry and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Classic Collision, Florida

Collective Partners with Mitchell to Power New Virtual Estimating Service

October 16, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The program’s U.S. market introduction follows a successful, multi-year pilot program. Mitchell today announced that its software solutions are powering a new virtual estimating service from Collective Sourcing, LLC. Created for U.S. auto insurers, the service is designed to reduce claims processing time by combining Mitchell’s damage appraisal technology with auto technical specialists at Collective. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Collective Sourcing, Estimating Systems, Mitchell International

RepairPal and CrashBay Announce Partnership to Integrate Repair Network with Digital Marketplace

October 16, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

RepairPal, the provider of automotive repair information and services, and CrashBay, a digital marketplace for collision repair solutions, have entered into a strategic partnership to provide consumers with an integrated platform that connects them to trusted auto and collision repair centers across all 50 US states and 10 Canadian provinces, streamlining vehicle maintenance and collision […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, CrashBay, RepairPal

ProColor Collision Franchisee Opens Second California Collision Repair Center in 18 Months

October 16, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

ProColor Collision franchisee Javier Vargas opens his second location, ProColor Collision San Marco, in less than 18 months, expanding his ability to provide quality collision repair services to area residents and businesses. ProColor Collision San Marcos, located at 1895 Diamond Street, is a brand-new facility equipped with the latest tools and technology. Vargas has more […]

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

AASP/NJ Announces New Jersey Automotive Industry Survey Launch

October 16, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) announced the launch of its 2024 installment of the New Jersey Automotive (NJA) Industry Survey.  AASP/NJ members are invited to share some information about their daily shop lives. New Jersey Automotive conducts the annual Industry Survey every fall, giving members of the Garden State automotive […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AASP/NJ

FCA Recalling 21,000 Hybrid SUVs for Brake Pedal Reinforcement

October 16, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

FCA US LLC announced today it is recalling an estimated 21,069 U.S.-market plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUVs that may have been built with a brake pedal that could inadvertently disengage while braking. Affected are certain 2024-2025 model-year Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV SUVs and 2024 model-year Dodge Hornet PHEV SUVs. The company is aware of 15 cases […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: FCA, Recalls

Electric Vehicle Sales Mark Another Record in Q3

October 15, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Higher incentives and more choices lead to growth in U.S. EV sales. According to new estimates from Kelley Blue Book, electric vehicle (EV) sales in the U.S. grew by 11% year over year in the third quarter and reached record highs for both volume and market share. According to the latest counts, an estimated 346,3091 […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Electric Vehicles, Kelley Blue Book, New Vehicle Sales

Classic Collision Acquires New Location in Washington State

October 15, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisition of Factory Finish in Bellevue, Wash.  “Our team has been dedicated to making the repair process as simple and stress-free as possible. We are pleased to have found Classic Collision to continue this dedication to our customers,” stated Jeff Casady, former owner of Factory Finish. “We are dedicated to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Classic Collision, Washington State

AIA Canada Testifies in Support of Right to Repair related legislation at Senate Committee

October 15, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

At the invitation of the Standing Senate Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) appeared the evening of October 9 to testify in connection with the study of Bill C-244 and Bill C-294. On this occasion, its President and Chief Executive Officer, Jean-François Champagne, CAE, Senior Vice […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Industries Association of Canada, Canada, legislation, Right to Repair

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