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PartsTrader and Fix Auto USA Announce Collision Repair Parts Sourcing Agreement

December 8, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

PartsTrader announced that collision repair network Fix Auto USA has signed an agreement for PartsTrader to be a recommended partner of the network. PartsTrader’s platform will now be leveraged by Fix Auto’s independently-owned and operated body shops for the direct benefit of their insurance carrier and vehicle owner customers. “Collision repair facilities using the PartsTrader […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Fix Auto, PartsTrader, Supply Agreement

PPG MVP Conference Scheduled for April 9-11 in Arizona

December 8, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

PPG announced its annual spring MVP Business Solutions Conference will take place April 9-11 at the JW Marriott Camelback in Scottsdale, Ariz. PPG’s MVP Conferences are open to owners and managers of collision centers using PPG Refinish products and provide an opportunity for shop owners and managers to refocus, gain valuable insight from industry experts, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: MVP Conference, PPG Industries

Farmers Reports Vehicle Theft and Failure to Yield Collisions Rising During Winter Months

December 8, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Last year’s warm winter cut snow and ice collisions by more than half compared to 2013-2014. Expects forecast weather could cause increase this year. According to Farmers Insurance Seasonal Smarts Digest, while winter weather traditionally challenges drivers across America with ice and snow covered roads, new data reveals that slick surfaces aren’t the only hazard […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Claim Frequency, Farmers Insurance

GEICO Announces Auto Claims Job Opportunities in Virginia and North Carolina

December 8, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

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GEICO revealed plans to bring new job opportunities to Virginia and North Carolina in 2017 GEICO’s Virginia Beach office is recruiting new talent to join its expanding team of sales, service and claims associates. Auto damage adjuster positions are available at various locations throughout Virginia and North Carolina. One of the company’s accelerated leadership programs […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Career Opportunities, GEICO

ASA Adds Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection Benefit Provider

December 8, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced that LegalShield is its latest Sponsored Benefit Provider. LegalShield can help with any legal matter, from legal consultation and contract reviews to debt collection and more. Since a law firm is prepaid through LegalShield, its sole focus is serving, rather than billing. This allows ASA members to get the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Service Association, Member Discount

Traffic Volume Up 2.9% in September

December 8, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

U.S. Traffic Volume September 2016

The growth in traffic volume in the U.S continued in September, but at a lower rate compared to August. All regions reported higher traffic volume in September versus 2015. Travel for the month of September is estimated at 265.5 billion vehicle miles nationwide according to the most recent data released by the Federal Highway Administration. […]

Filed Under: Research Tagged With: Traffic Volume

Pennsylvania Recommendations for Autonomous Vehicle Testing Draws Rebuke from Vehicle Manufactures’ Association

December 7, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Yesterday, Pennsylvania’s Autonomous Vehicles Testing Policy Task Force delivered recommended guidance to the Commonwealth’s Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Leslie S. Richards for developing policies to oversee testing of highly automated vehicles (HAVs) and has scheduled an on-line public forum for Dec. 12 to review the report. The Global Automakers, that represents the U.S. divisions […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Autonomous Vehicles, Pennsylvania, Regulations

Arizona Glass Company Owner Arrested for False Claims and Identity Theft

December 7, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

On November 30, the Arizona Department of Insurance Fraud Division arrested 20-year-old Gilbert Martinez, owner of Gilligan’s Auto Glass, on allegations of fraud schemes, insurance fraud, aggravated identity theft and theft. According to the Department, the allegations against Martinez involve the unauthorized use of several insureds’ personal information, details of their auto insurance company and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Arizona, Insurance Deparment, Insurance Fraud

AR Direct’s Cassata Joins ARA Gold Seal Committee

December 7, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Mike Cassata, Director of Industry Relations and Technical Advisor at AR Direct, was recently asked to join the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) Gold Seal Committee. “Mike brings a wealth of experience in the insurance, salvage, and collision industries in all facets of the APD claims cycle. We are extremely excited to congratulate Mike and have […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AR.DIrect, Automotive Recyclers Association

National Coatings & Supplies/Single Source Raises $80,000 to Support Collision Repair Education Foundation

December 7, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Collision Repair Education Foundation Spring Flyer

Foundation Calls for Year-End In-Kind Donations, Student Safety Kit Sponsors National Coatings & Supplies (NCS)/ Single Source have donated over $80,000 to the Collision Repair Education Foundation, which was made in part with NCS/ Single Source’s paint manufacturer partners including AkzoNobel, Axalta, BASF, and PPG Automotive Refinish, along with customer participation. This is the second […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Collision Repair Education Foundation, National Coatings & Supplies

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