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AAA Reports Americans Slow to Adopt Electric Vehicles

June 23, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Charging concerns cited as challenge for buying EVs. Despite the wide variety of electric vehicle (EV) models now available—over 75 options introduced in the past four years—AAA’s latest survey highlights buyers’ continued hesitation. Only 16% of U.S. adults report being “very likely” or “likely” to purchase a fully electric vehicle (EV) as their next car, […]

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Progressive Reports Personal Auto Policies in Force Up 19.7% in May Compared to 2024

June 20, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Policies in Force

Premiums written up 11% year-over-year. The Progressive Corporation (NYSE: PGR) reported its total personal auto insurance policies in force were 25,430,000 in May 2025, an increase of 4,177,900 or 19.7% from 21,252,100 in May 2024. The May total personal auto policies in force set a new record for the company. The growth in Progressive’s policies […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Earnings, Net Written Premiums, Policies in Force, Progressive Insurance

I-CAR Canada Expands Partnership with CWB to Increase Collision Repair Industry Access to Welding Certification

June 20, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

I-CAR Canada announced the next phase of its partnership with the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB Group) to expand access to welding training and certification for collision repair professionals across the country, including those in remote and underserved regions. This collaboration combines CWB Group’s expertise in welding with I-CAR Canada’s commitment to complete, safe, and quality […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Canada, Canadian Welding Bureau, Certification, I-CAR Canada

Erie Insurance Responds to Cybersecurity Incident

June 20, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Erie Insurance said June 17 it continues to recover from a cybersecurity incident that led to a network outage first detected on June 7, impacting systems across its operations. The incident disrupted internal systems and online platforms, prompting immediate protective measures and a full-scale response involving cybersecurity experts and law enforcement. The company initially discovered […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Cybersecurity, Erie Insurance

Nonprofit Automotive Training Program Receives California Grant

June 20, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Acceler8, a Los Angeles, Calif.-based nonprofit automotive education program, has received funding through California’s Community Reinvestment Grants program to expand training opportunities for at-risk youth in the Los Angeles area. The grant from the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development will allow the organization to serve up to 420 students over three years through […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acceler8, California, Career and Technical Education, Grants

CAWA Awards $14,000 in Automotive Industry Scholarships

June 20, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The California Automotive Wholesalers Association (CAWA) awarded more than $14,000 in scholarships to 14 students pursuing careers in the automotive parts industry, the organization announced Thursday. CAWA distributed the funds to students attending community colleges and technical institutes across the country. “Once again, CAWA is proud to assist these young people in pursuing their education […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Career and Technical Education, CAWA, Scholarships

Texas Cities Lead Nation in Safe Driving as Boston Returns to Top of Risk List in Allstate Best Drivers Report

June 18, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Brownsville, Texas reclaims safest city title while Northeast dominates riskiest rankings. Texas cities dominated the nation’s safest driving rankings, claiming four spots in the top 20, according to Allstate’s 2025 America’s Best Drivers Report released Wednesday. Brownsville, Texas, reclaimed the title of safest driving city in America, while Boston returned as the most collision-prone city, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Allstate, Best Drivers Report, Claim Frequency

Repair Planning Software Donations Help Collision Repair Students Gain Industry Skills

June 18, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

More than 10,000 collision repair students gained access to current estimating software in 2024 through donations from three industry companies, according to the Collision Repair Education Foundation. Audatex, a Solera Company, CCC Intelligent Solutions (NASDAQ: CCCS) and Mitchell, an Enlyte company, donated software subscriptions to 543 schools in 47 states last year, providing students hands-on […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Audatex, CCC, Collision Repair Education Foundation, Donations, Mitchell, Solera, Workforce Development

SUN Collision Brings Back Thank You Thursdays Sweepstakes in June

June 18, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Program launched in recognition of Automotive Service Professionals Month in June  In celebration of Automotive Service Professionals Month (ASPM) in June, SUN Collision announces the return of its Thank You Thursdays! sweepstakes. One winner of a $100 gift card will be announced each Thursday on the SUN Collision Facebook page through July 3. “With the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: SUN Collision

Honda Launches Fastport Delivery Vehicle Unit, Plans Ohio Production

June 18, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Vehicle manufacturer has been testing electric delivery vehicles in New York City targeting last-mile logistics market with electric quadricycle. Honda Motor Co. has established Fastport, a business-to-business unit focused on electric delivery vehicles for urban areas, using a “Fleet-as-a-Service” business model the company announced Tuesday. The new venture will debut the Fastport eQuad prototype at […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Fleet Management, Honda

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