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Collision Repair Consolidators Continued to Grow in 2022

February 9, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Focus Advisors provides 2022 Year in Review examining growth of large collision repair facility operators in the U.S. and 2023 forecast. According to the mergers and acquisition firm Focus Advisors, the acquisition and development strategies of key consolidators have come more sharply into view during 2022. While the Big Four national collision repair brands became […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Focus Advisors

Canal Insurance Company Selects CLARA Analytics AI for Commercial Auto Claims

February 9, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Canal Insurance Company has selected CLARA Analytics, a provider of artificial intelligence (AI) technology for commercial insurance claims optimization, as its partner in a new initiative aimed at speeding the resolution of commercial transportation claims using AI. Canal will implement CLARA’s Triage and Litigation modules for commercial auto. CLARA’s technology delivers AI-driven insights that monitor […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Artificial Intelligence, Canal Insurance, CLARA Analytics

European Automotive Suppliers Association Calls for Swift Introduction of Vehicle Data Access Legislation

February 9, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) in a new position paper calls for a swift introduction of legislation on access to in-vehicle data and resources. As recently outlined by the Independent Service Providers (ISPs) grouping in a letter sent to the European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, access to in-vehicle data requires the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CLEPA, Data Access, EU

US Department of Labor and Mercedes-Benz USA Announce Job Corps Partnership to Train EV Technicians

February 8, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Initial program will take place at four campuses in Kentucky, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Utah. To help meet the need for auto technicians in the growing electric vehicle industry, the U.S. Department of Labor today announced a national partnership with Mercedes-Benz USA to train Job Corps students initially at centers in Kentucky, Massachusetts, New Jersey […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Electric Vehicles, Job Corps, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Mercedes-Benz, New Jersey, U.S. DOL, Utah, Workforce Development

Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Increase in January versus December

February 8, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Prices are down year-over-year on comparison to historic highs last year. Wholesale used-vehicle prices, on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis, increased 2.5% in January compared to December. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) rose to 224.8, down 12.8% from a year ago. January’s increase was driven in part by the seasonal adjustment. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Cox Automotive, Manheim, Wholesale Used Vehicle Price Trends

Fisher Auto Parts Acquires Market Street Auto Parts in Pennsylvania

February 8, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fisher Auto Parts announced the acquisition of Market Street Auto Parts LLC located in Jonestown, Pa., The announcement was made February 7 by Geoffrey Shifflett, area vice president of Fisher Auto Parts, and Mark Keister, president of Market Street Auto Parts. Market Street Auto Parts has been serving North Lebanon County in Pennsylvania for over […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Fisher Auto Parts, Pennsylvania

I-CAR Suggests Consumers Choose a Collision Repair Center Carefully as Vehicle Technology Advances

February 8, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Training organization highlights how advanced vehicle technologies impact repair process and what facility they should choose for repair work. The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) is reminding consumers that as winter weather is fueling demand at many collision repair shops, it comes amid one of the most transformative eras of vehicle technology change, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Gold Class, I-CAR, OEM Certification, Technical Training

ASE Says Employers Should Look for Entry-Level Certification in Hiring

February 8, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Businesses looking to hire entry-level vehicle service employees should ask if potential hires have earned ASE Entry-Level certification. By earning this first-step certification, prospective employees are indicating to employers that they have a substantial level of practical, knowledge-based readiness for the workforce. ASE Entry-Level certification tests are available for the automobile, collision repair/refinish and medium/heavy […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: ASE, Career and Technical Education, Certification

Amin Youssef Named Regional Vice President for Ontario at Fix Network Canada

February 8, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Fix Network Canada announced Amin Youssef has joined the company as regional vice president responsible for the Ontario market. In this role, Youssef will serve as a promoter of Fix Network’s image and business interests. He will lead the management of partnerships and networks to advance the objectives of the company. “I’m thrilled to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Canada, Fix Network Canada, Ontario, People

Collision Repair Education Foundation Invites Industry to Participate in Spring Career Fairs

February 7, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Events help collision industry businesses connect with high school and college students training for a career in the industry. The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) is helping connect businesses with future employees this spring at six High School & College Transportation Student Career Fairs. The events have been scheduled from coast to coast, providing industry […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Career Fairs, Collision Repair Education Foundation

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