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UK’s National Body Repair Association Says Vehicle Repair Sector Needs Government Support on Apprenticeships, EVs

June 21, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

As the United Kingdom (UK) prepares for the upcoming general election on July 4, the National Body Repair Association (NBRA) is calling on the next government to prioritize critical reforms aimed at securing the future of the industry. Martyn Rowley, Executive Director of the NBRA said, “The current Apprenticeship Levy is failing our industry, hindering […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Apprentice Program, Elections, Electric Vehicles, National Body Repair Association, United Kingdom

Crash Champions Acquires Collision Repair Center in Georgia

June 20, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Crash Champions announced the acquisition of Pro Body Shop and Frame Works, a collision repair center located at 110 Commerce Park Dr. in Thomasville, Ga. “This is yet another proud step forward for Crash Champions across the state of Georgia,” said Crash Champions Founder and CEO Matt Ebert. “The longstanding reputation for quality and service […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Crash Champions, Georgia

Platinum Equipment Named Preferred Global Finishing Solutions Refinish Distributor for Illinois

June 20, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Global Finishing Solutions (GFS) announced that Platinum Equipment is now its preferred automotive and truck refinish distributor in Illinois. Founded in 2020, Platinum Equipment supplies, installs and services a variety of automotive repair equipment, including paint booths and frame racks. With over 25 years of experience and a wealth of industry knowledge, Platinum Equipment provides […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Global Finishing Solutions, Platinum Equipment

Agenda Announced for September 24-25 CIECA CONNEX Conference

June 20, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced the agenda for its 15th annual conference, CONNEX 2024 that will be held at the MGM Grand Detroit hotel in Detroit, Mich. on September 24-25. This year’s theme is The Intersection of Data & Mobility and will be emceed by industry veteran Bill Garoutte. Attendees of the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Annual Conference, Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association

Dealership Management System Provider CDK Global Hit by Cyber Incident

June 20, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Auto dealership management system provider CDK Global was the victim of cyber incident that impacted the ability of its customers to access systems. CDK serves over 15,000 retail dealership locations across North America. According to a report in Automotive News, dealerships were forced to write repair orders by hand and look up parts online during […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CDK Global, Cybersecurity

Fisker Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

June 18, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Sees asset sale as “most viable path forward” for the electric vehicle manufacturer. Fisker Group Inc., the operating subsidiary of Fisker Inc., announced that it filed for Chapter 11 protection in the District of Delaware on June 17. It is in advanced discussions with financial stakeholders regarding debtor-in-possession financing and the sale of its assets. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Bankruptcy, Fisker

Spain’s Briolf Group Invests in its First Refinish and Industrial Coatings Production Plant in the U.S.

June 18, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

On June 6, the Governor of the State of North Carolina, Mr. Roy Cooper, officially made public the agreement between the Briolf Group and the State of North Carolina and the City of Monroe in Union County, to start the project to establish the first production facility in the United States of the company based […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Briolf Group, North Carolina, Openings

UK’s Gemini Accident Repairs Celebrates Opening of 37th Collision Repair Center

June 18, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

UK-based Gemini Accident Repairs announced the opening of its 37th location, a newly built 10,000 sq. ft. collision repair center in Darlington, England. The latest addition follows following the acquisition of NCR Bodyshops in Swindon recently. The new facility marks an expansion to a new area, situated in a newly built growing industrial area with […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Gemini Accident Repairs, Openings, United Kingdom

McGovern Auto Group Donates Three High-End New Vehicles to Massachusetts High Schools

June 18, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

McGovern Automotive Group (MAG), the Northeast’s leading automotive retailer, today announced that McGovern Ford dealerships in conjunction with Ford Motor Company have donated a trio of advanced technology vehicles to three local high schools’ automotive technology programs. The donations further illustrate their commitment to the communities in which they serve. McGovern Ford of Lowell donated […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Career and Technical Education, Donations, McGovern Auto Group

Consumer Groups Urge NHTSA to Get Toxic Flame Retardant Chemicals Out of Cars

June 18, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Consumer Reports (CR), the Green Science Policy Institute, and the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) today delivered more than 32,000 petition signatures to the headquarters of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), calling on the agency to update its outdated flammability standard for car interiors and child car seats. Currently, to meet this […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Consumer Reports, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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