Changes would allow labor rates determined in older survey to move down if the consumer price index declines. Would restrict labor rate methodology to use price charged by the simple majority versus average labor rate. The California Department of Insurance (DOI) has published amendments to proposed regulations governing insurance company labor rate surveys and anti-steering […]
CCC Introduces CCC Secure Share Network
Network uses a cloud-based API and the CIECA Business Message Suite (BMS) to provide collision repairers with a more secure channel to exchange data. CCC Information Services Inc. announced today the launch of its CCC Secure Share Network, a network using a cloud-based application program interface (API) that will allow collision repairers to control the […]
Fix Auto Adds Location to Collision Repair Network in Calgary
Peter Polito, General Manager, Fix Auto Western Canada announced that Fix Auto Calgary Peigan, owned by Andy Jeffs, is the latest addition to the Fix Auto Canada network, effective yesterday. Jeffs brings over 20 years of experience to the Fix Auto network, with 5 years as a shop owner. Jeffs says that joining Fix Auto […]
California Governor Signs Airbag Fraud Bill
Makes it illegal to knowingly manufacturer, sell or install a non-functioning airbag. On Tuesday, California Governor Jerry Brown signed Assembly Bill 2387 (AB2387) making that state the fourth this year to make it a crime to “manufacture, import, install, reinstall, distribute, sell, or offer for sale) a counterfeit or non-functioning airbag. Other states that have […]
3M Prevails in European Patent Infringement Action
3M (NYSE:MMM) announced yesterday that the District Court of Frankfurt, Germany, has ordered a preliminary injunction against China-based Qingdao Summit Industrial Co., Ltd. for infringement of the German portion of 3M’s European patent EP 0,954,381 B2. This patent relates to 3M’s PPS technology that enables the mixing and spraying of coatings for collision repair. The court order […]
Vehicle Manufacturer Training and Non-OEM Parts Documentation Addressed in UK Body Repair Standard
RMI Bodyshops (NAB/VBRA) along with the Auto Body Professionals Club (ABP) have compiled an industry guidance note that seeks to clarify recent changes to the BS 10125 standard. According to the groups, it has been almost two years since BS 10125 replaced PAS125, however there are still certain areas which generate questions from body shops […]
Fix Auto Canada Adds Collision Repair Center in Alberta to Network
Peter Polito, General Manager, Fix Auto Western Canada, announced that Fix Auto Deerfoot, owned and operated by Andy Moritz, has joined the Canadian Fix Auto network, effective September 27. Moritz, who has owned a collision repair center for approximately 6 years, said, “I wanted my business to be the best, and that’s why I chose […]
Boyd Group Acquires Heavy Duty Collision Repair Center in Indiana
The Boyd Group Inc. announced the September 26, 2016 opening of a new Gerber collision repair center in Portage, Ind. The location will focus on the repair of semi-trucks and large commercial vehicles, as well as recreational vehicles. It was previously operated by Great Lakes Peterbilt, a large truck dealership, with which it shares a […]
Interview: Paul Gange, President and COO, Fix Auto USA
As the collision repair industry evolves, independent operators are wondering about their place in the future of the industry. Gange outlines common concerns repairers with future of the industry, the disruption looming from new business models, and what repairers need to do today to prepare for the future. Today’s independent collision repair facility owner or […]
U.S. House Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Auto Fuel Efficiency Standards
The Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee, chaired by Rep. Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), and the Energy and Power Subcommittee, chaired by Vice Chairman Pete Olson (R-TX), on September 22 held a hearing examining car and truck efficiency standards set by both the EPA and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that could have […]
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