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Towing and Recovery Association Responds to Federal Fee Regulation Proposal

February 23, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Towing and Recovery Association of America, Inc. (TRAA) has responded to a proposal by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulate heavy duty towing fees as part of its focus on “junk fees” charged by U.S. businesses. As CollisionWeek reported February 12, the FMCSA expressed strong support […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Federal Trade Commission, Regulations, Towing, Towing and Recovery Association of America

EV Manufacturer Rivian to Cut Salaried Workforce 10% in Response to Projection of Flat Production in 2024

February 23, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) announced as part of its fourth quarter and year end 2023 financial results, that it would reduce its salaried workforce by approximately 10% due to slower growth expectations for 2024. The company reported it produced 57,232 vehicles and delivered 50,122 during 2023, more than doubling production and deliveries from 2022, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Electric Vehicles, Rivian

California Says ZEVs Were Quarter of Vehicles Sold Last Year

February 23, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The sales of new zero-emission vehicles have soared 1022% over the past 10 years, according to data from the California Energy Commission. One in four new cars sold in California were zero-emission in 2023. More ZEVs were sold in California in 2023 than at any point in history, including in Q3 when sales hit their […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Electric Vehicles, New Vehicle Sales

LKQ Reports Revenue of $3.5 Billion in Fourth Quarter

February 22, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Quarterly revenue up over 16% and full year revenue up more than 8% compared to 2022. LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ:LKQ) today reported fourth quarter revenue of $3.5 billion, a 16.6% increase compared to $3.0 billion for the same period of 2022. Annual revenue was $13.9 billion, an 8.4% increase compared to $12.8 billion for the full […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Earnings, FinishMaster, LKQ Corporation

California Autobody Association Partners with CARS Cooperative

February 22, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

New partnership with CARS Cooperative gives CAA members access to cost saving discounts on 25+ automotive industry products and services. The California Autobody Association announced a new partnership with Collision Automotive Repair Services, Inc. (CARS). The CARS Cooperative provides collision repair shops with complimentary cash back rewards, discounts and exclusive CAA member savings for materials […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, California, California Autobody Association, CARS Cooperative

BASF Coatings Signs Partnership Agreement with INEOS Automotive for Global Body and Paint Program

February 22, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

INEOS Automotive and BASF’s Coatings division have signed an agreement on a global automotive refinish body and paint development. The partners will commit to a long-term strategic collaboration that enables them to exceed the industry standard in vehicle body repair and paint refinish. The partnership includes the supply of sustainable refinish solutions, expertise and latest […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, BASF, Ineos Automotive

Suncorp Group Partners with Australian Collision Industry Alliance Partnership to Boost Collision Repair Careers

February 22, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Suncorp Group is the first insurance company to throw its support behind Australia’s newest repair industry advocacy body to help combat the skills shortage and ageing workforce of the motor repair industry. In a two-year sponsorship deal inked with the Australian Collision Industry Alliance (ACIA), Suncorp Group has become the first insurance partner to support […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Australia, Australian Collision Industry Alliance, Suncorp, Workforce Development

U.S. Consumers Continue to Shop and Switch Auto Insurance at Higher Rates

February 22, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

According to the LexisNexis Insurance Demand Meter, a “Hot” Q4 2023 spelled continued rate increases, along with improved combined ratios, and now opens a window for insurers to capitalize on continued shopping as they seek a return to profitability in 2024. Key takeaways from the fourth quarter report include: Year-over-year shopper growth showed the strongest […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Auto Insurance, LexisNexis Risk Solutions

Women’s Industry Network Announces Full Speaker Slate for May 6-8 Annual Conference

February 21, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

2024 WIN Conference to deliver in-depth collision repair industry programming, networking, and mentorship. A full slate of in-depth professional collision repair industry programing, inspiring keynote speakers, and networking and mentoring opportunities is set for the Women’s Industry Network (WIN) 2024 Annual Conference. This year’s conference, themed Dream Out Loud, will be May 6-8, 2024, and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Annual Conference, California, Women's Industry Network

Northeast Trade Show Panel Discussion Examines Getting More ADAS in Your Shop

February 21, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) continues to be one of the most discussed and equally fretted about topics facing the automotive world. As these systems continue to advance, there is always more to learn. Staying ahead of the game is key to being successful, as is making the best of an opportunity. Repair professionals thirsty […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, New Jersey, Northeast Trade Show, Recalibration

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