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Vince Edivan Appointed Next Executive Director at Automotive Recyclers Association

February 8, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) announced that on January 30 its Board of Directors unanimously approved a plan presented by the ARA Succession Committee for the transition of Executive Director responsibilities from current Executive Director Sandy Blalock to Vince Edivan, ARA’s Director of Member Relations. The leadership transition will occur over the next nine months, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Recyclers Association, People

New Light Vehicle Sales Down Slightly in January Compared to Last Year

February 7, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

NADA reports new vehicle sales were down on both a month-over-month and year-over-year basis. Projects production to increase in 2024. New light-vehicle sales cooled at the start of 2024 according to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Market Beat report. The January 2024 seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of 15.0 million units represents a decline […]

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

Ed Morse Automotive Group Enters Arizona with Acquisition of 7 Dealerships

February 7, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Ed Morse Automotive Group announced it is acquiring seven dealerships from Lawley Automotive Group in Sierra Vista, Arizona.  The Dave Cantin Group brokered the transaction. The dealerships include: Lawley Chevrolet GMC at 2900 E. Fry Blvd SE, Sierra Vista Lawley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram at 1901 S. Highway 92, Sierra Vista Lawley’s Team Ford […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Arizona, Ed Morse

Florida Man Accused of Selling Phony Insurance Policies to Car Buyers

February 7, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

On February 5, Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis announced the arrest of William Diehl for allegedly impersonating an insurance agent and defrauding consumers purchasing auto insurance. Diehl, while not licensed as an insurance agent, sold multiple fraudulent and non-existing automobile insurance policies to several unsuspecting victims, many of whom may still be unaware […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Auto Insurance, Florida, Fraud, Lawsuits

Automotive Recyclers Association Releases Battery Material Use Hierarchy

February 7, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) published a Battery Material Use Hierarchy created in collaboration with the Argonne National Laboratory. The Hierarchy describes putting batteries to their highest and best use and highlights a preferred path of batteries after they have served their initial purpose. According to the association, encouraging and incentivizing the reuse, reconditioning, remanufacturing, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Recyclers Association, Electric Vehicles, Recycling

Andrew Batenhorst Named New President of California Autobody Association Glendale/Foothill Chapter

February 7, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The California Autobody Association announced Andrew Batenhorst of Pacific BMW Collision Center is the new President of our Glendale/Foothill Chapter. Andrew brings with him over 25 years experience in the automotive and insurance industries. Current Body Shop Manager at long time CAA member Pacific BMW, he also serves on the Board of SCRS and the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California Autobody Association, People

Collision Repair Education Foundation Benchmark Grant Applications Now Open

February 6, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Grants support collision repair schools across the U.S. The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) announced that applications are open for its 2024 Benchmark Grants. Collision repair is an intriguing field to pursue, yet schools often struggle to attract and retain students in their collision programs, not because there’s a lack of interest but typically due […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Career and Technical Education, Collision Repair Education Foundation, Grants, Workforce Development

Meyer Distributing Adds Location in Arizona

February 6, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Meyer Distributing, Inc. announced the addition of its Quartzsite, Ariz. crossdock. The cross-dock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Kingman, AZ distribution hub, which houses one of the largest inventories of automotive accessories, 4×4/Off-Road, crash/collision, and RV parts in the region. “Meyer has expanded inventories significantly in RV, Towing, and Marine parts in Kingman […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Arizona, Meyer Distributing, Openings

Toyota Announces $1.3 Billion Investment to Bring Battery Electric Vehicle Production to Kentucky

February 6, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Toyota announced a $1.3 billion investment at its flagship Kentucky facility for future electrification efforts including assembly of an all-new, three row battery electric SUV for the U.S. market. The project brings the plant’s total investment to nearly $10 billion and reinforces Toyota’s commitment to high-quality vehicles and long-term job stability. The investment supports the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Electric Vehicles, Kentucky, Openings, Toyota

Car ADAS Solutions Partners with TechForce Foundation

February 6, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Car ADAS Solutions announced a partnership with TechForce Foundation. As part of its partnership, Car ADAS Solutions donated $1,500 to the foundation to become a TechForce Champion, a small business that supports the foundation’s mission of helping students get educated and find careers as professional technicians. “The technician shortage is not going to be overcome […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Car ADAS Solutions, TechForce Foundation

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