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U.S. Department of Labor Announces Final Independent Contractor Rule

January 7, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

The U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule clarifying the standard for employee versus independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). “This rule brings long-needed clarity for American workers and employers,” said U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia. “Sharpening the test to determine who is an independent contractor under the Fair […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Regulations, U.S. DOL

IBIS Announces 2021 Global Conference Schedule

January 6, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

US event scheduled for September 1-3 in Jacksonville. The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) announced its list of 2021 conferences for the global automotive collision repair industry. The program capitalizes on executing a series of its globally renowned physical events from June through to November.  “We’ve been overwhelmed this year by the continued support of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: International Bodyshop Industry Symposium

Fenix Parts Acquires All Pro Auto Parts

January 6, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fenix Parent LLC, operator of the recycler and reseller of original equipment manufacturer automotive parts, Fenix Parts, announced the closing of the acquisition of the assets of All Pro Auto Parts in Auburndale, Fla. This is the second acquisition completed by Fenix Parts since the company was acquired by affiliates of Stellex Capital Management LP […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Fenix Parts, Florida, Stellex Capital Management

Nexsyis Collision Announces Integration with Global Payments

January 6, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Nexsyis Collision, Inc. and Global Payments Integrated have partnered to provide Nexsyis customers with a secure, integrated payment solution. Collision repair facilities are now able to initiate and reconcile credit, debit and secure chip cards, plus contactless credit cards and digital wallet payments through Global Payments’ credit card payments system from within Nexsyis. Shops can […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Global Payments, Integrations, Nexsyis Collision

University of the Aftermarket Foundation Expands Scholarship Fields to Include IT/Cybersecurity

January 6, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) announced its newest field of study for scholarships, IT/Cybersecurity, available for applicants to specify this potential career interest on the newly redesigned Automotive Aftermarket Scholarships Central website. “Demand for IT and cybersecurity professionals is growing in the automotive aftermarket industry as companies large and small need to protect […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Cybersecurity, Scholarships, University of the Aftermarket Foundation

Scott Kostyack Named ProColor Collision Strategic Operations Specialist for South Atlantic Region

January 6, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

ProColor Collision announced the appointment of Scott Kostyack as Strategic Operations Specialist for the network’s operations in North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. In this role, Scott will actively support the day-to-day operations of franchisees, including training and implementing standard operating procedures. He will also support franchisees in managing relationships with suppliers and insurance […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Fix Automotive Network World, People, ProColor Collision

Quality Collision Group Acquires Five Collision Repair Centers in Minneapolis

January 5, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Quality Collision Group

Private equity-backed MSO expands into upper Midwest. The Quality Collision Group, that was formed last Fall by Susquehanna Private Capital, has acquired the Master Collision Group that operates four collision repair centers in the Minneapolis, Minn. market and was in the process of acquiring a fifth location when it was purchased by Quality Collision.  All […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Minnesota, Quality Collision Group, Susquehanna Private Capital

Chief Collision Technology Announces Touchless Hail Claim Management Solution

January 5, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Chief Hail Scanning System

Chief Collision Technology, part of Vehicle Service Group (VSG), will soon offer an automated hail claim management solution with the launch of Constellation. The technology solution will give insurance providers, fleet managers and collision repair facilities a complete hail repair solution—from first notice of loss through the claims process and finally to vehicle repair. Constellation […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Chief Automotive Systems, Estimating Systems, First Notice of Loss, Hail, Vehicle Service Group

Sonsio and Evolution by Dent Wizard Complete Merger

January 5, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Sonsio logo

Sonsio LLC, a provider of vehicle protection and warranty programs to the automotive aftermarket, recently announced its merger with Evolution, Dent Wizard’s F&I vehicle protection division. The merger was effective January 1. The combined company will operate under the Sonsio Vehicle Protection brand. David Jones, Sonsio’s president & CEO, will remain CEO of the newly […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Dent Wizard, Sonsio Vehicle Protection

Service King Opens Two Locations in Houston

January 5, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Service King Collision announced the opening of two new locations in the Houston, Texas market. The new facilities include the Spring Stuebner location at 7323 N. Grand Parkway W. in Spring, Texas and its Fairbanks facility located at 14641 Northwest Fwy. in Houston. “Due to the pandemic, we originally opened these shops as Satellite Facilities […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Openings, Service King Collision Repair Centers, Texas

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