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Collision Repair Industry Production Up in September Compared to 2015

December 12, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Collision Repair Industry Production

While production employment and hours worked decreased in September compared to August, production continues above 2015 levels. September’s increase compared to 2015 surpasses rate seen during June through August. An analysis of the latest data released from the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), shows that total production for the collision repair […]

Filed Under: Research Tagged With: Collision Repair Industry Production

Boyd Group Acquires Three Collision Repair Centers in Florida

December 9, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Boyd Group Inc. announced the December 6, opening of three Gerber collision repair centers in Florida. The centers are located in Crestview, Fort Walton Beach, and Panama City Beach and previously operated as Factory Spec Collision Centers.  “These centers are great additions to our portfolio as they strengthen our presence in the northwest region […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Boyd Group, Florida

O’Reilly Auto Parts Pays $9.86 Million to Settle California Hazardous Waste Disposal Case

December 9, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

County District Attorneys in California are using undercover operations to find hazardous waste violations. Automotive and collision repair facilities likely next targets in California. Alameda County District Attorney Nancy E. O’Malley, along with 50 other California District Attorneys, announced last week that Alameda County Superior Court Judge Brad Seligman has ordered the Missouri-based O’Reilly Auto […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: California, Hazardous Waste, O'Reilly Auto Parts

IIHS Research Shows Drivers Believe Alcohol is Bigger Threat than Pot

December 9, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

IIHS Research on Driver Attitudes Towards Marijuana

The latest edition of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Status Report includes the results of a survey showing drivers don’t believe marijuana use is as big a concern as drinking and driving. Marijuana legalization initiatives were big winners during the election in November. won at state ballot boxes in November amid broader public […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Marijuana Legalization

BASF Inaugurates First Refinish Coatings Manufacturing in Asia Pacific Region

December 9, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Newly acquired site in China from Guangdong Yinfan will serve as a technology and production hub for the region. BASF yesterday inaugurated BASF Coatings (Guangdong) Co., Ltd., its first automotive refinish manufacturing operation in Asia Pacific, located in Jiangmen, Guangdong Province, China. The new entity was established as BASF completed the acquisition of the automotive […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Asia, BASF, China

CIC Education and Training Seeks Collision Repair Industry Input

December 9, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

The CIC Education & Training Committee is seeking input from collision repairers on a short survey that, combined with other recent industry surveys, will enable the committee to further identify educational challenges and opportunities facing the collision industry and bring a series of suggestions and solutions to support educational growth and success. The survey is […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Collision Industry Conference, Survey, training

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

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