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 […]
Perkins Bill That Supports Collision Repair Schools Heads to President’s Desk
Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation to reauthorize the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. Following a successful vote on the measure in the Senate on Monday, the bill will now head to the president’s desk where he has indicated he will sign it into law. “The Perkins reauthorization provides critical […]
LKQ Reports Organic Parts and Service Growth of 7.2% in Second Quarter
LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ:LKQ) today reported record revenue for the second quarter of 2018 of $3.03 billion, an increase of 23.3 percent as compared to $2.46 billion in the second quarter of 2017. For the second quarter of 2018, parts and services organic revenue growth was 7.2 percent and acquisition revenue growth was 12.7 percent, while […]
ASA Partners with Podium to Enable Shops to Text Customers
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced that it has joined forces with Podium as its latest Sponsored Benefit Provider. ASA Sponsored Benefit Provider companies provide specially-priced member services and products to ASA members to help offset their everyday business costs. Currently serving 150,000+ users across nearly 20,000 businesses, Podium uses cloud-based software to help businesses […]
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