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New Vehicle Sales Up in June Compared to Last Year

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Sales hit 15.3 million annual rate in June despite tariff impact. New light-vehicle sales reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 15.3 million units in June, up 2.3% from the same month last year, according to data released by the National Automobile Dealers Association. The year-over-year increase was inflated by a major dealership software outage […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: National Automobile Dealers Association, New Vehicles Sales

Classic Collision Enters Ohio with Opening of Cincinnati Location

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Classic Collision LLC opened a new collision repair facility in Cincinnati, marking the company’s expansion into Ohio. Classic Collision, based in Atlanta, Ga., operates 340 facilities nationwide. The Cincinnati location features diagnostic equipment and certified technicians, according to the company. Classic Collision said the facility follows eco-friendly practices.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Classic Collision, Ohio, Openings

Wren’s Collision Group Acquires Repair Facility in Marietta, Georgia

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Wren’s Collision Group announced today it has acquired Pugmire Collision, expanding the family-owned company’s operations into the Marietta, Ga. market. The newly acquired repair facility is Wren’s 19th location. The company said it will retain Pugmire’s existing staff and maintain current service standards. “Our growth is always guided by our purpose—to serve with integrity, provide […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Georgia, Wren's Collision Group

Registration Opens for September 26-27 Music City Collision Conference

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Tennessee Collision Repairers Association opened registration for its first Music City Collision Conference, scheduled for Sept. 26-27 at the Southwest Conference Center in Nashville. The two-day event will include a trade show with vendors and educational sessions led by industry professionals. “The conference is an excellent opportunity for collision repairers and vendors to attend […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association, Music City Collision Conference, Tennessee, Tennessee Collision Repairers Association

Aviva Completes $5 Billion Acquisition of Direct Line to Become Largest Auto and Home Insurer in the UK

July 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Combined group will have nearly 20% of UK auto insurance market, operate 47 collision repair centers. Aviva announced yesterday the completion of its £3.7 billion ($5.03 billion) acquisition of Direct Line Group (DLG) to become the United Kingdom’s largest auto and home insurance company. Amanda Blanc, Group Chief Executive Officer, Aviva plc said, “The completion […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Aviva UK, Direct Line, Solus

CARSTAR Owner Adds Bosch Auto Repair Franchise in Houston, Texas

July 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

A Houston, Texas collision repair shop owner has opened the city’s second Bosch Auto Service franchise location, marking his expansion from collision repairs into general automotive maintenance and repair services along with advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) calibration and electric vehicle repairs. Nelson Ramos, who operates CARSTAR Bass Collision, opened Bosch Auto Service North Houston […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Bosch, CARSTAR, Openings, Texas

Record 61.6 Million Americans to Drive During July 4th Week

July 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Road travel increases 2.2% as holiday driving reaches all-time high A record 61.6 million Americans will travel by car during the July 4th holiday period, representing a 2.2% increase over last year and the highest volume on record, according to AAA projections. The automotive organization expects 72.2 million people total to travel at least 50 […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AAA, Holiday Travel, INRIX

Autel US Launches $25,000 Scholarship Program for Auto Repair Students

July 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Automotive diagnostic tool manufacturer Autel U.S. has established five $5,000 scholarships for high school graduates entering automotive repair education programs. The Autel Awarding Excellence Scholarships are part of Autel Cares, the company’s new philanthropic initiative announced June 30. “This program demonstrates our commitment to giving back to the community and fostering the next generation of […]

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Fix Network Names Sonia Bouthillette VP of Sales and Operation for Canadian Operations

July 1, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Fix Network announced Monday that Jeff Labanovich has left his position as vice president of sales and operations in Canada, with company veteran Sonia Bouthillette taking over the role. Bouthillette brings nearly 25 years of automotive industry experience to the expanded position, including 14 years in leadership roles at Fix Network. The company operates […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Fix Network Canada, People

Mental Health Crisis, Police Cuts Linked to Rise in Impaired-Driving Deaths During Pandemic

July 1, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

A mental health crisis and reduced police staffing contributed to increased impaired-driving fatalities during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The percentage of passenger-vehicle drivers killed in crashes with blood alcohol concentrations of 0.08% or higher rose from 28% in 2019 to 30% in 2020 and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Coronavirus, Impaired Driving, Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

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  • Classic Collision Enters Ohio with Opening of Cincinnati Location July 7, 2025
  • Wren’s Collision Group Acquires Repair Facility in Marietta, Georgia July 7, 2025
  • Registration Opens for September 26-27 Music City Collision Conference July 7, 2025
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