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Mitchell Launches Tool to Automate ADAS Operations in Collision Repair Estimates

October 28, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Mitchell International announced the upcoming availability of Mitchell Diagnostics Sync, a tool that automatically adds recommended advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) operations from third-party providers into collision repair estimates. The cloud-based solution is designed to eliminate manual data entry by connecting diagnostic scan and calibration reports directly to Mitchell’s estimating platform. The system attaches reports […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, Calibration, Diagnostics, Mitchell International, Opus IVS

CCI and I-CAR Partner on Apprenticeship Assessment Program for Collision Repair Shops

October 28, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Collision Career Institute (CCI) and the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced a partnership aimed at improving workforce development outcomes for collision repair shops participating in apprenticeship programs. Under the agreement, CCI will provide assessment and evaluation services to shops enrolled in I-CAR’s Registered Apprenticeship Program. The service is designed to complement I-CAR […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Apprentice Program, Collision Career Institute, I-CAR

October New-Vehicle Sales Projected to Decline as Electric Vehicle Pull-Ahead Reverses

October 27, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

EV share projected to decline to 5.3% following federal incentive expiration. Used vehicle prices up year over year. Total new-vehicle sales for October 2025, including retail and non-retail transactions, are projected to reach 1,249,800, a 6.9% decrease year-over-year, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and GlobalData. October 2025 has 27 selling days, the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Global Data, J.D. Power, New Vehicles Sales

HD Repair Forum to Co-Locate with Trucking Industry Event March 18-19 in Nashville

October 27, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The HD Repair Forum will hold its 2026 conference alongside the American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting, marking the first time the collision repair event has paired with the larger industry gathering. The two-day conference is scheduled for March 18-19 at the Music City Center in Nashville, Tenn. The co-location will allow […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: HD Repair Forum

Emily Poladian Named President of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers 

October 27, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, named Emily Poladian president of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers on October 23, bringing in a veteran with 27 years of supplier industry experience to lead the trade group representing North American automotive and commercial vehicle aftermarket suppliers. Poladian will start November 1, coinciding with the AAPEX 2025 show. She most recently […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers, People

Collision Industry Foundation to Hold 15th Annual Fundraiser January 20 in Palm Springs

October 27, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Collision Industry Foundation will hold its 15th annual charity event Jan. 20, 2026, at the Agua Caliente Casino in Palm Springs, Calif. The fundraiser, Cocktails for a Cause, is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. (PST) on the evening before the Collision Industry Conference. The foundation raises money to provide emergency relief to collision repair industry […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Collision Industry Foundation, Fundraiser

AASP/NJ Celebrates Wins, Honors Members at Annual Meeting

October 27, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) had much to celebrate during its Annual Meeting October 22 at the Gran Centurions (Clark, NJ) to enjoy a night of recognition, celebration and cheer. Before diving into the awards and recognitions, the annual Board of Director elections were conducted. AASP/NJ President Ken Miller (821 […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AASP/NJ, AASP/NJ Hall of Fame, Annual Meeting, Awards, New Jersey

Consumer Sentiment Down Slightly in October

October 24, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

High prices remain key concern for consumers. Consumer sentiment was essentially unchanged this month, declining just 1.5 index points from September, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers. The Consumer Sentiment Index fell to 53.6 in the October 2025 survey, down 2.7% from 55.1 in September but down 16.9 points or 24% below […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Consumer Sentiment, University of Michigan

Ford Projects $1.5B-$2B Earnings Reduction from Aluminum Supplier Fire

October 24, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Aluminum shortage to impact production of 90,000-100,000 F-Series trucks in Q4. Vehicle manufacturer will add third shift to recover volume in 2026. Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) slashed its full-year earnings guidance by up to $2 billion following a September fire at supplier Novelis Inc.’s aluminum rolling facility in Oswego, N.Y., threatening parts availability for […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Aluminum, Earnings, F-150, Ford, Novelis

Registration Open for May 18-20 ABPA Conference

October 24, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) will hold its 2026 Annual Meeting & Business Conference May 18-20 at the Tommy Bahama Miramonte resort in Indian Wells, Calif. More information and registration for the event are available online. The three-day event will feature educational sessions on supply chain management, regulatory compliance, sustainability and market trends, according […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Annual Conference, Automotive Body Parts Association

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