Services have been announced for Howard Batchelor, the long-time executive director of the Georgia Collision Industry Association, who passed away last week. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, September 20 at 2:30 p.m. at Roswell United Methodist Church in the Chapel. Ingram Funeral Home, Cumming, Georgia is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be made […]
I-CAR Launches Estimator Interactions Course
To better equip collision repairers with the knowledge and skills they need to develop and present quality repair estimates, I-CAR has launched a new course designed to focus specifically on exploring the Estimator Professional Development Program (PDP) role. The course, The Art and Science of Estimator Interactions, will allow students to participate in activities that […]
CIC Committee Seeks Collision Repair Facility Staff Input on Training
The Collision Industry Conference (CIC) Education & Training committee is currently conducting a survey of collision repair facility office support staff and technicians on training needs and delivery methods. The committee is asking employers to forward a link to the survey with their staff (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XFBVBWN) to improve the response rate and the value of the […]
Federal Highway Administration Showcases Truck Platooning Technology in Virginia
The Federal Highway Administration yesterday conducted the first of a two-day demonstration of three-truck platoons on I-66 in Centreville, Va., several miles outside the nation’s capital. The results of a four-year research project to test the effectiveness of state-of-the-art driving and communications technologies were showcased at the event. “The future of innovative new technology to […]
National Auto Body Council Awards Nomination Deadline Extended to September 22
The National Auto Body Council has extended the deadline for nominations for its Award of Distinction and Body Shop Image Award to Friday, September 22. Nominations can be submitted online in two award categories: Award of Distinction The Award of Distinction celebrates extraordinary efforts by individuals or groups from the collision industry who selflessly give […]
UK Competition Authority Proposes LKQ Subsidiary Sell Locations to Satisfy Competition Concerns
CMA wants Euro Car Parts to divest locations in 10 cities to satisfy competition concerns with its acquisition of Andrew Page. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in the United Kingdom yesterday detailed concerns it has with LKQ Corporation subsidiary Euro Car Parts’ October 2016 acquisition of competitor Andrew Page. Both companies sell car parts […]
Maaco Adds Location in Iowa
Maaco has opened a new location in Ankeny, Iowa to serve the Des Moines region. It is the second location in the marketplace. Owned by Paul Hagner, it is located at 1407 SW Ordnance Rd. “We are looking forward to our partnership with Maaco and the resources, operational support and national brand power they offer,” […]
CIF Extends Assistance to Hurricane Irma Victims
Provides details on how the collision repair industry can help assist industry victims of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced that its current relief efforts to Hurricane Harvey victims would be extended to Hurricane Irma victims as well. In addition, a “How to Help” guide has been assembled for those wanting […]
Copart Expands New Orleans Location
Copart, Inc. (NASDAQ:CPRT) announced the expansion of its New Orleans, La. location at 14600 Old Gentilly Road. The New Orleans expansion marks the twelfth Copart expansion announced this calendar year. “So far in 2017, we’ve expanded locations as far west as California, as far east as New Hampshire, and several in between,” said Jay Adair, […]
Boyd Group Acquires Collision Repair Center in Louisiana
The Boyd Group Inc. today announced the acquisition on September 8, of a collision repair center in Lafayette, La. The facility previously operated as Prestige Auto Body & Customs of Lafayette. Lafayette is located in southwestern Louisiana, and the location is close to the high traffic intersection of interstate highways 90 and 10. “With the […]
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