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Coalition Formed to Expand Consumer Choice and Vehicle Data Access in Collision Repair

July 2, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

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Group currently includes Allstate, ABPA, CAPA and LKQ Corporation. The Consumer Access to Repair (CAR) Coalition formally launched July 1 by calling on Congress to explore expanded consumer choice over their personal vehicle data. The CAR Coalition is a group of independent automotive parts and repair companies, associations and insurers dedicated to preserving and protecting […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Consumer Access to Repair Coalition, legislation, Telematics, U.S. House of Representatives

Toyota Opens New Parts Distribution Center in Phoenix

July 2, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Toyota Phoenix PDC

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) announced that it has officially opened a new parts distribution center (PDC) in Phoenix, Ariz. The new Phoenix PDC will employ up to 61 employees in a 136,000 square foot facility. The $10 million distribution center will house approximately 56,000 Toyota and Lexus parts, and serve 56 Toyota and Lexus […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Arizona, Openings, Parts Distribution Center, Toyota Motor Sales

John Roth Appointed Global VP of Customer Care and Aftersales at GM

July 2, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

General Motors announced the appointment of John Roth, 51, as global vice president, Customer Care and Aftersales, effective Tuesday, September 1. Roth has been president and managing director of GM’s Africa and Middle East operations since June 1, 2018. He will report to Barry Engle, GM executive vice president and president, GM North America. GM’s […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: General Motors, People

Australia’s Suncorp Launches Photo Appraisal Technology

July 2, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

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An initiative launched in June by Suncorp’s Motor Claims team seeks to further improve customers’ claims experience. Customer Vehicle Image Capture (CVIC) gives selected customers the ability to upload images of their damaged vehicle immediately via a secured link using their smartphone. Once submitted, images are instantly accessible by the allocated repairer – meaning they […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Australia, Photo Appraisal, Suncorp

Collision Repair Education Foundation Online Auction for Private Tour of Jay Leno’s Garage Now Open

July 1, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Jay Leno's Garage Tour Auction

Proceeds support collision repair school programs. To innovate in how to raise additional funds for high school and college collision programs nationwide, the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) is collaborating with industry partners to create unique, one-of-a-kind experiences and items that will be available for auction not only to the industry but also auto enthusiasts […]

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

1Collision Adds Collision Repair Centers to Network in Minnesota and Iowa

July 1, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

1Collision announced the addition of 1Collision Waconia in Waconia, Minn. and 1Collision Grimes in Grimes, Iowa. 1Collision Waconia is the tenth collision center in Minnesota to affiliate with 1Collision and is owned and operated by Chad Bijou. Bijou said, “I’m excited about the opening of our new store that will serve the collision repair needs […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: 1Collision Network, Iowa, Minnesota, Network Affiliations

Wesco Group Acquires East Bay Color Service

July 1, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Wesco Group, the paint, body and equipment distributor in the western U.S. and Canada, announced that East Bay Color Service has joined the Wesco family of companies. East Bay Color Service has been serving customers in the Bay Area out of its San Jose, Calif. location since 1948.  “We are excited to welcome East Bay […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, California, PBE Distributor, Wesco

Property Damage Appraisers Forecasts Insurance Companies Will Outsource More Claims to Independent Appraisers in Wake of Pandemic

July 1, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Property Damage Appraisers (PDA), the independent appraisal company, believes the pandemic will have create longer term benefits for independent appraisers as insurance customers embrace the use of technology and insurers seek to lower overhead costs, reducing staff and increasing demand for independents. In just a few months, COVID-19 has had a major impact on the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Property Damage Appraisers

Automotive Suppliers Celebrate USMCA Trade Pact that Takes Effect Today

July 1, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

The entry into force of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) today is being celebrated by automotive suppliers and steel producers in North America. USMCA, signed into law in January, replaces the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). According to the Trump Administration, the agreement will expand U.S. manufacturing and is vital for the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: American Iron & Steel Institute, Canada, Mexico, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, NAFTA, Tariffs, USMCA

I-CAR Announces Expanded Partnership with Audi for Collision Repair Network Training

June 30, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) today announced a partnership with Audi of America’s Collision Repair Network, where I-CAR will deliver expanded training to all new Network members as Audi seeks to augment the knowledge of technicians and shop management. I-CAR Gold Class certification has been required for any member of Audi’s Collision […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Audi, I-CAR, OEM Certification

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