The Automotive Service Association (ASA) reported that Marty Walsh, the Secretary of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) spoke in front of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and related agencies regarding the FY 2022 budget for the U.S. Department of Labor. In his submitted statement, the secretary […]
J.D. Power Reports Pandemic Lockdown Kept Vehicle Owners Locked in on Their Current Brand
Vehicle owners remain vastly loyal to their specific brands, in part due to the effects of pandemic lockdowns, according to the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Automotive Brand Loyalty Study. With many vehicle shoppers hesitant to venture out to showrooms, they often relied on their relationship with their current dealer. “The time period for this study […]
ASE Entry-Level Certification Provides First Step in Building Career Credentials
ASE Entry-Level certification tests validate students’ readiness for the workforce and earning an Entry Level credential is the best first step in building career credentials as an automotive service and repair professional, according to Mike Coley, ASE Education Foundation president. Geared toward high school and college students completing a technical program in automotive, truck or […]
U.S. Government Launches One-Stop Ransomware Resource
New website provides cybersecurity resources from across the Federal Government. The U.S. government announced new resources and initiatives to protect American businesses and communities from ransomware attacks. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), together with federal partners, have launched a new website to combat the threat of […]
CCC Incorporates AI into Collision Repair Estimating Platform
CCC Intelligent Solutions Inc. announced it will enhance its CCC ONE collision repair estimating platform by adding advanced artificial intelligence (AI) into its application later this quarter. The new feature, CCC ONE Estimating – IQ, will provide collision repair facilities a jump start on estimating, applying machine learning to pre-populate estimates with parts and labor […]
Melissa Wills Named Vice President, Finance Administration at PPG
PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced the appointment of Melissa Wills as vice president, finance administration, effective August 1. Wills will continue to report to PPG senior vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), Vince Morales. In this newly created role, Wills will continue with her current responsibilities as CFO, Americas, and will add responsibility and oversight […]
House Appropriations Bill Includes Perkins Increase that Supports Career and Technical Education
On July 11, the House Appropriations Committee released the first draft of its Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education appropriations bill, which funds education and workforce development programs including Perkins. According to the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) in the bill, the Perkins Basic State Grant received a […]
CCIF Cancels September In-Person Event in Vancouver
The Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) announced that it is cancelling its in-person event scheduled for September 23 – 24, in Vancouver, B.C. due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 restrictions and concerns for the health and safety of participants. Citing uncertainty around the concerns about maintaining social distancing while attending a gathering of this […]
Crash Champions Acquires Collision Repair Center in San Diego
Crash Champions, LLC announced today it has expanded its footprint in San Diego with the acquisition of All American Paint and Body located at 8315 Buckhorn St. in San Diego, Calif. Following this transaction, Crash Champions now has 28 collision repair centers across the state. “All American’s unwavering commitment to providing great service and high-quality […]
AASP/MA Members Meet with Legislators on Collision Repair Labor Rate Reform Bills
As part of its ongoing legislative effort to ensure that consumers receive proper reimbursement from their automobile insurers for collision repairs, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Massachusetts (AASP/MA) recently welcomed various legislators and association members for a special gathering in the Southeastern part of the state to discuss the many benefits of House […]
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