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Market Penetration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Continue to Grow

October 3, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Several safety features topped 90% market penetration in 2023 model year. The Partnership for Analytics Research in Traffic Safety (PARTS) has released an updated report detailing the expanded deployment of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) in passenger vehicles. PARTS, a partnership between automobile manufacturers and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) National Highway Traffic Safety […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, NHTSA, U.S. DOT

ProColor Collision Adds Collision Repair Facility to Network in Lynwood, California

October 2, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

ProColor Collision announced the opening of a new collision repair facility in the central Los Angeles Basin in Lynwood, Calif. Located at 2727 108th Street, the new locations is the first of multiple locations planned under the ownership and direction of Qazi Asad, Obeer Qazi and Saady Qazi. “With more than 37 years of experience […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Network Affiliations, ProColor Collision

MSO Symposium Agenda Released

October 2, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The MSO Symposium advisory board and administration has confirmed this year’s exclusive one-day conference agenda. The collision industry event created by and for multi-shop owners and operators, will be held in Las Vegas, Nov. 4, the Monday before SEMA/AAPEX, at Caesar’s Horseshoe in Las Vegas. Below is an overview of the MSO Symposium’s 2024 conference […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: MSO Symposium

Park Outside Warning Issued for Recalled Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Wrangler PHEVs for Fire Risk

October 2, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that Chrysler has issued a new recall for more than 154,000 model year 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and model year 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) due to a risk of fire while parked or driven. Vehicles should be parked outside […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Chrysler, Electric Vehicles, NHTSA, Recalls

Joe Hudson’s Collision Center Acquires Three Locations

October 1, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

MSO now has 240 locations in 18 states. Joe Hudson’s Collision Center announced the acquisition of three new locations including: Gold’s Auto Body in Kerrville, Texas; Charlie’s Paint and Body in Albany, Ga.; and Body Works Collision in Lake Charles, La. With these acquisitions, Joe Hudson’s now operates 240 locations across 18 states, solidifying its […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Georgia, Joe Hudson's Collision Center, Louisiana, Texas

Dent Wizard Announces Two Acquisitions

October 1, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Dent Wizard International announced two recent acquisitions covering the Florida, New Jersey and New York State markets. In August, Dent Wizard successfully completed the acquisition of Philips Repair Services, the provider of paint, interior, and reconditioning services in the Tampa Bay area and throughout Florida. The integration of Philips Repair Services into Dent Wizard strengthens […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Dent Wizard, Florida, New Jersey, New York State

IIHS Reports Fewer Drivers Disabling Lane Departure Prevention Systems

October 1, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Almost 9 out of 10 drivers of vehicles equipped with lane departure warning and prevention systems now keep them switched on, a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows. Seven out of 10 drivers of vehicles that give visual alerts when they exceed the speed limit also keep that feature running. “These […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, Crash Avoidance, Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Brian Nichols Named Chief Development Officer at Quality Collision Group

October 1, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Quality Collision Group (QCG) announced the appointment of Brian Nichols as Chief Development Officer at QCG. With over 30 years of industry experience, Brian Nichols joined QCG in early 2024 after selling Cascade Collision Repair to QCG. The former co-owner of Cascade Collision Repair moved into the company as VP of Operations after the brand’s […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: People, Quality Collision Group

Classic Collision Acquires Two MSOs in East Texas

September 30, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Adds seven collision repair centers in two transactions. Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisitions of two MSO groups in East Texas counties. For forty years, Burl Richardson and his three locations, Allstar Collision, Burl’s Collision, and Henderson Collision, have been equipped with cutting-edge technology, ensuring they’re always ahead in the rapidly advancing world of vehicle […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Classic Collision, Texas

Joe Hudson’s Collision Center Expands into West Virginia with Acquisition of Two Locations

September 30, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Marks the MSO’s 18th state. Joe Hudson’s Collision Center announced its expansion into West Virginia through the acquisition of Geer Brothers Body Shop locations in Barboursville and Huntington. This development brings the total number of states where Joe Hudson’s operates to 18, reinforcing the company’s dedication to entering new markets while also enhancing its presence […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Joe Hudson's Collision Center, West Virginia

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