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Allstate’s Bryce Boyer Joins CIECA Board of Trustees

July 5, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that Bryce Boyer, business partner lead consultant for Allstate Insurance Company, joined CIECA’s Board of Trustees. As part of an auto team that focuses on virtual estimating, one of Boyer’s major focal points is navigating how artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming how Allstate and the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Allstate, Board of Trustees, Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association, People

Rhode Island Governor Signs Bill Updating Unfair Claims Practices Act

June 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

New law requires insurers to pay for documented OEM and paint manufacturer procedures. Also adds independent appraisal provision to settle disputes. Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee signed legislation June 26 that passed by the state legislature earlier in the month that will update several sections of the Rhode Island Unfair Claims Practices Act to address […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: legislation, Rhode Island, Unfair Claims Practice

UK’s Steer Automotive Group Acquires 32 Collision Repair Centers

June 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Steer Automotive Group today announced the acquisition of the businesses of Apollo Motor Group and Balgores Motors. The two businesses have a total of 32 collision repair locations with £90m ($114.5 million) sales and 700 staff. The acquisition builds on Steer’s network, extending further into the south of England and increasing Steer’s scale and capacity […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Steer Automotive Group, United Kingdom

ProColor Collision Repair Center Opens in Cypress, Texas

June 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

ProColor Collision announced today that ProColor Collision Cypress is the latest to join its network of collision repair facilities in the U.S. The new location, located at 13800 Cypress North Houston Road in Cypress, is operated by Jack Pilavian, who has spent more than 26 years in the collision repair industry. “We are excited to […]

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

AAA Projects Record-Breaking Travel Volumes Over July 4th Weekend

June 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Number of Americans traveling by car and air over the holiday projected to be highest on record. AAA projects 50.7 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Independence Day weekend, setting a new record for the holiday. Domestic travel over the long weekend will increase by 2.1 million people compared to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AAA, Holiday Travel, INRIX

Würth Additive Group CEO Joins Collision Repair 3D Printing Task Force

June 30, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

AJ Strandquist, CEP of Würth Additive Group, a Würth Industry North America company, will join the groundbreaking, internationally recognized 3D Printing in Auto Collision Task Force, announced today at the International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) Global Summit 2023 in Milan, Italy. In April 2023, during the International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) USA 2023 trade conference […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: 3D Printing, International Bodyshop Industry Symposium, Würth Group

Auto Alliance Says EPA’s EV Rules are “Out of Whack”

June 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Vehicle manufacturer association says latest proposals are not reasonable or achievable in timeframe proposed by regulator. In a blog post, John Bozzella, president and CEO of Alliance for Automotive Innovation, raised concerns with the April announcement by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of new federal vehicle emissions standards. Bozzella also proposed changes to rules […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Alliance for Automotive Innovation, Electric Vehicles, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Regulations, U.S. EPA

Highview Capital Invests in Recycler B&R Auto

June 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Highview Capital, LLC today announced a partnership with B&R Auto, the Oregon-based independent auto recycler.  Founder-owned and operated by the Perlenfein family since 1980, B&R provides recycled parts to automotive collision and repair centers and do-it-yourself customers. The Company operates 19 locations across the Western U.S. focused on best-in-class dismantling processes, technology, and customer service. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Automotive Recyclers, B&R Auto, Highview Capital, Private Equity

AkzoNobel Introduces Sustainable Repair Network in Europe

June 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

AkzoNobel announced a new program to help vehicle refinish and collision repair centers in Europe reduce their carbon footprint. By certifying the operations of its customers, AkzoNobel will partner with them to help measure, monitor and improve CO2 emissions. It will leverage its position in sustainability to deliver the tools, knowledge, support and experience for […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AkzoNobel, Certification, Emissions, Europe, Sustainability

INA PAACE Automechanika Mexico Prepares for its 25th Anniversary Event

June 29, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

INA PAACE Automechanika Mexico, the largest international Automotive Aftermarket event in Latin America, will hold its 25th Anniversary Edition next month, marking a significant milestone in the history of this respected exhibition. Set to take place in Mexico City, July 12 – 14, 2023 at Centro Citibanamex, this highly anticipated event promises to deliver an […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: IBIS Latin America, INA PAACE Automechanika Mexico City, International Bodyshop Industry Symposium, Mexico

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