Delaware has recorded more than 923 deer-related vehicle crashes through early October, as state agencies warn drivers that collision rates will rise during the upcoming mating season. Most deer-vehicle collisions occur between 5 a.m. and 7 a.m., and again between 5 p.m. and midnight, according to data from the Delaware Office of Highway Safety. October […]
Josh Cox Named President at Wesco Group
The Wesco Group, LLC announced the promotion of Josh Cox to president, effective Oct. 1. Cox, who previously served as vice president of sales, will oversee sales and operations across North America for Wesco Group and its brands, which include Wesco, English Color, Kemperle and Color Compass. Cox will lead the executive leadership team and […]
Missouri Automotive Student Selected for 2026 WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai
SkillsUSA has selected James Cahill of Saint James, Mo., to compete in automobile technology at the 2026 WorldSkills Competition, scheduled for Sept. 22-27 in Shanghai, China. Cahill, a student at State Technical College of Missouri and 2024 graduate of Rolla Technical Institute & Center, won the SkillsUSA Missouri state championship for automotive service technology in […]
California Threatens to Suspend Tesla Insurance Operations
Insurance Commissioner initiates enforcement actions over claims handling violations. The California Department of Insurance has issued enforcement actions against Tesla Insurance Services, Tesla Insurance Company and State National Insurance Company, alleging the companies repeatedly failed to properly handle hundreds of policyholder claims. The actions could result in the companies losing their ability to transact insurance […]
Carlyle Reported Front-Runner to Acquire BASF Coatings Business
Private equity firm Carlyle Group has emerged as the front-runner in talks to acquire BASF’s coatings business in a deal valued at roughly €7 billion ($8.2 billion), according to a Reuters report today citing a source close to the matter. According to Reuters, Carlyle has outbid other financial investors that had shown interest in the business. […]
Maaco Opens New Facility in Bakersfield
Maaco announced Oct. 2 the opening of a facility in Bakersfield, Calif. The new location is owned by Mikayeel Khan and T. Adil Chowdhury, local entrepreneurs who are operating their first Maaco franchise. The 9,000-square-foot location features two paint booths and has capacity to service up to 40 vehicles per week, according to the owners. […]
AASP/NJ to Host Annual Meeting October 22 with Comedians Florentine, Jamieson
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) will hold its annual meeting Oct. 22 at Gran Centurions in Clark, N.J. featuring comedians Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson. Florentine, who co-hosted VH1 Classic’s “That Metal Show” and voiced characters on “Crank Yankers,” has appeared on “Howard Stern,” “Opie and Anthony,” “Inside the NFL” […]
Refinish Distributors Alliance Fall Conference Drew Record Attendance
The Refinish Distributors Alliance held its fall member conference Sept. 23-25 at The Henry Hotel in Dearborn, Mich, drawing a record attendance of members, vendor partners and guests, the organization announced. The three-day event focused on the theme “Accelerate Together: Partners, Performance, Progress,” according to Executive Director Ben Jacobson. The conference opened with member discussions […]
State Farm Expands Mobile Accident Detection and Response Tech
Revamped app features include location tracking and emergency services integration. State Farm is rolling out enhanced accident response technology across Illinois and Florida as the largest private passenger auto insurer in the U.S. says mounting claims from distracted driving and severe weather incidents reshape the auto insurance landscape. The company’s revamped app now offers real-time […]
I-CAR to Launch Mixed Attachment Methods Course for Structural Technicians
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) will launch a new hands-on course in early 2026 that consolidates multiple welding and joining techniques into a single certification for structural repair technicians. The Mixed Attachment Methods course, currently in pilot testing, covers rivet bonding, MAG welding, MIG brazing, steel sectioning and spot welding — techniques […]
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