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US Auto Parts Files Lawsuit Alleging U.S. Agency Illegally Seizing Aftermarket Automotive Grilles

April 3, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

U.S. Auto Parts Network logo

The U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. (NASDAQ:PRTS), the online providers of aftermarket automotive parts and accessories, announced it has filed a lawsuit against the United States Department of Homeland Security in the U.S. Court of International Trade that asserts that the United States Customs and Border Protection, an agency of the Department of Homeland Security, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Customs and Border Protection, Lawsuit, Non-OEM Parts, Trademark Infringment, U.S. Auto Parts Network

Hyundai Joins List of Manufacturers Recommending Diagnostic Scans Before and After Collision Repair

April 3, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

On March 28th, Hyundai Motor America released a position statement recommending that collision repair facilities perform diagnostic scans on vehicles both before and after the collision repair process. According to the statement: Hyundai vehicles are equipped with multiple electronic components and systems within each vehicle. Therefore, it is important that vehicles involved in a collision […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Diagnostics, Hyundai, Position Statement

Harry Dhanjal Named Global Strategic Developer at Fix Auto World

April 3, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

David Lingham, Head of Business for Fix Auto World announced the appointment of Harry Dhanjal to the role of Global Strategic Developer, effective today. In his role as Global Strategic Developer, Dhanjal will be responsible for identifying key markets and growth opportunities for Fix Auto and NOVUS Glass, with a special focus on India and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Fix Auto World, People

Assured Performance Announces Business Development Summit August 8-10 at NACE Automechanika

April 3, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Assured Performance announced details its 2018 Business Development Summit will be held August 8-10, at the NACE Automechanika trade show in the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga. The main focus of the Summit will be on key elements for repair business success and excellence based upon the changing market and business demands. A […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Assured Performance Network, NACE Automechanika

EPA Will Revise 2022-2025 Vehicle Emission Standards

April 3, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

EPA Emission Regulations

Administrator Pruitt announced that greenhouse gas emission standards for cars and light trucks driving adoption of advancement materials and alternative fuels would be revised. Yesterday, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt announced the completion of the Midterm Evaluation (MTE) process for the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for cars and light trucks for […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: Fuel Economy, Regulations, U.S. DOT, U.S. EPA

AAA Research Shows Distraction Tops Drivers’ List of Growing Dangers on the Road

March 29, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Distracted driving tops drivers’ list of growing dangers on the road, according to a new survey from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The annual Traffic Safety Culture Index shows that 88 percent of drivers believe distracted driving is on the rise, topping other risky behaviors like: Aggressive driving: 68 percent Drivers using drugs: 55 […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AAA, Distracted Driving

New Vehicle Sales Pace in March Projected to Post Gains for First Time in 2018

March 29, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

March 2018 Auto Sales Projection

The new vehicle retail sales pace in March is expected to rise from year-ago levels, according to a forecast developed jointly by J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. The seasonally adjusted annualized rate (SAAR) for retail sales is expected to be 13.4 million units, up 200,000 from a year ago.  Retail sales are projected to reach […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: J.D. Power, LMC Automotive, New Vehicle Sales

Fix Auto Canada Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Ontario

March 29, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fix Auto Canada announced that Fix Auto Verona, owned by Larry and Alan Revell, has joined the network in Verona, Ontario. “We’ve been in the collision industry for 58 years and have enjoyed working alongside our father Harry Revell for over 40 of those years,” said Larry Revell. “We are extremely proud to have our […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Canada, Fix Auto Canada, Network Affiliations, Ontario

Rhode Island Bill Would Expand Non-OEM Collision Repair Parts Restrictions to 48 Months

March 29, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Rhode Island Senate Bill 2679

Legislation introduced last week would expand time frame and extend restriction to any collision damaged part, not just body parts. Would also prohibit insurers from requiring a repairer to use a collision repair procedure not recommended by vehicle manufacturers. Rhode Island Senate Bill 2679 (SB 2679), introduced March 20 by State Senators Maryellen Goodwin, Dominick […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: legislation, Non-OEM Parts, OEM Repair Procedures, Rhode Island

Axalta Adds Distributor Courses to Virtual and In-Person Refinish Learning and Development Offerings

March 28, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) today announced that it is extending its refinish Learning and Development offerings in North America to include new, interactive Live Virtual Training (LVT) courses designed specifically for distributors.  Axalta now offers a full six months of eLearning, Live Virtual Training, Instructor-led and in-shop training options for both body shops and distributors. “Customer experience […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Axalta Coating Systems, PBE Distributor

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