J.D. Power and LMC Automotive project 3.2 percent decrease on selling-day adjusted basis. Maintains full year forecast. New-vehicle retail sales in July are expected to fall from a year ago on a selling-day-adjusted basis, according to a forecast developed jointly by J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. Retail sales are projected to reach 1,156,200 units, a […]
IAA Opens New Facility in Wichita
Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAA), a business unit of global vehicle remarketing and technology solutions provider KAR Auction Services (NYSE: KAR), announced the opening of its newly relocated and modernized Wichita, Kan. facility. The newly opened branch offers customers more than twice the storage of its previous location, expanded drop zones and an improved vehicle […]
Auto Care Association Establishes Partnership with American Council of Young Political Leaders
The Auto Care Association kicked off its new partnership with the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) by hosting a seven-person delegation of rising political leaders from Australia in Washington, D.C. on July 23. Auto Care Association President and CEO Bill Hanvey hosted a dinner for the delegation, also attended by Auto Care Association […]
AASP/NJ Releases Auto Body License Renewal Guide
AASP/NJ has released a useful guide for its members designed to help them successfully complete their 2018 Auto Body License Renewal before the September 30 deadline. The guide, prepared by AASP/NJ Executive Director Charles Bryant, is exclusively available to current AASP/NJ members. Every year, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission makes a few changes to […]
CAPA and NSF Stand Behind Certified Non-OEM Bumper Cover ADAS Performance
Parts certification bodies stand behind certified aftermarket part performance where driver assistance systems installed. Recent vehicle manufacturer position statements have cautioned collision repair facilities on the extent of allowed repair procedures and parts to use for bumper cover repair on vehicles that have advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) installed. CollisionWeek reached out to both the […]
PPG Foundation Supports Scholarships Through Collision Repair Education Foundation
Recognizing the escalating need for qualified technicians in the collision repair industry, the PPG Foundation, in collaboration with the Collision Repair Education Foundation, has awarded scholarships to five worthy students who have confirmed their interest in automotive repair and refinish careers. The scholarships are part of an overall commitment by the foundations to help provide […]
Root Insurance Expands Into Maryland, North Dakota
Root Insurance announced that it is now available vehicle owners in both Maryland and North Dakota. The company, that recently announced an expanded staff presence at its headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, plans to offer coverage nationwide by 2019. Root uses smartphone technology and data science to understand actual driving behavior, the primary factor in determining […]
BASF Launches eLearning Training Modules for Collision Repair and Restoration Centers
BASF Automotive Refinish Coatings announced it has launched BASF eLearning, online training courses for collision repair and restoration centers. Glasurit and R-M recertification were the first courses to go digital. Certified technicians whose two-year certification in nearing expiration can log on, take the appropriate course through online learning modules, and have their certification renewed immediately. […]
Painters Supply Acquires Cooper Color
Painters Supply & Equipment Co. (PSE) announced it has completed the acquisition of Cooper Color, Inc. with two locations in Missouri and Illinois. Cooper Color was founded in 1997 and operates locations in Arnold, Mo. and Bellville, Ill. “Cooper Color is a strong PPG Platinum Distributor with a solid reputation of providing industry-leading products and […]
Axalta Names Terence Hahn New CEO, Release Second Quarter Earnings
Former Honeywell and Air Products exec to lead coatings manufacturer. Second quarter sales up over 10 percent. Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE:AXTA) announced the appointment of Terrence Hahn as Chief Executive Officer, effective September 4, succeeding Charlie Shaver, who served as Axalta’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer since 2013. Hahn will also serve on Axalta’s […]
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