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Small Business Optimism Rebounds in August Exceeding Historical Average

September 14, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Optimism Index

The NFIB research shows seven of ten index components increased in August. Uncertainty Index also increased. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Optimism Index increased 1.4 points in August to 100.2, a reading slightly above the historical 46-year average. Seven of the 10 Index components improved, two declined, and one was unchanged. The NFIB […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: National Federation of Independent Business, Small Business Optimism Index

MITCHCO Collision Repair Acquires New Location in Titusville, Florida

September 14, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

MITCHCO Collision Repair announces it acquired Rice’s Body Shop in Titusville, Fla.,  its fourth location this year in Brevard County. Rice’s Body Shop opened in 1974. Billy Rice JR and his family have a long history in the collision repair industry. MITCHCO Collision Repair has locations in Merritt Island, Melbourne, Indian Harbour Beach and Titusville.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Florida, MITCHCO Collision Repair

Survey Illustrates Misconceptions about Marijuana Use and Driving

September 14, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

MADD 2020 Drugged Driving Report

Mothers Against Drunk Driving survey finds one in eight U.S. adults admit driving under influence of marijuana. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), celebrating its 40th Anniversary of its founding in September, has released a new survey that measures the American public’s attitudes and knowledge about the impact of marijuana on traffic safety. According to the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Marijuana Legalization, Mothers Against Drunk Driving

Department of Labor Revises Regulations to Clarify Paid Leave Requirements under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

September 14, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) today revisions to regulations that implemented the paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The revisions made by the new rule clarify workers’ rights and employers’ responsibilities under the FFCRA’s paid leave provisions, in […]

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

Miller Crockart Named Chief Revenue Officer at UK’s Thatcham Research

September 14, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Thatcham Research announced the appointment of Miller Crockart as Chief Revenue Officer. In this newly created role, Miller will be responsible for revenue generation and developing strategic partnerships to support Thatcham Research’s increasingly ambitious research agenda. Miller will report to Jonathan Hewett, Chief Executive. Hewett said “Miller joins us at a pivotal time as changes […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: People, Thatcham Research, United Kingdom

AkzoNobel Reports Continued Improving Trend in the Third Quarter

September 11, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

As the complex situation regarding the global COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, Akzo Nobel N.V. (AKZA; AKZOY) yesterday provided an update on recent business performance. According to the company, market headwinds have continued to ease during recent months. Based on current trading, total revenue for the third quarter is expected to be close to previous […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AkzoNobel, Earnings

Justice Department Settles with Florida Towing Company for Illegally Selling or Scrapping Servicemembers’ Vehicles

September 11, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Justice Department announced it reached an agreement with ASAP Towing & Storage Company in Jacksonville, Fla, to resolve allegations that ASAP violated a federal law, the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), by auctioning off or otherwise disposing of cars owned by protected servicemembers without first obtaining court orders. Under the agreement, ASAP must pay […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Florida, Lawsuits, Towing, U.S. DOJ

Sherwin-Williams Partners with Collin College for Collision Repair Training Program

September 11, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Business services experts from the Automotive Finishes division of Sherwin-Williams recently assisted a team from Collin College in Allen, Texas, to build-out the school’s new Automotive Technology program. The school offers Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees in Collision Technology as well as certificate programs for metal and refinish technicians. The Sherwin-Williams team worked to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Career and Technical Education, Sherwin-Williams, Texas, Workforce Development

CCC Reports Repairable Appraisals Down Almost 15% in August Compared to 2019

September 10, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

CCC Auto Claims Snapshot August 2020

U.S. auto physical damage repairable appraisals improved in August compared to the previous month as severe weather in several areas of the country bolstered comprehensive claims according to the CCC Auto Claims Snapshot for August. According to CCC’s latest report, overall repairable appraisal counts for the U.S. were down 14.9 percent in August 2020 versus […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CCC Information Services, Claim Frequency

ASA Virtual Annual Business Meeting Scheduled for October 9

September 10, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Due to COVID-19, the Automotive Service Association’s Annual Business Meeting  is going virtual. Originally scheduled for May and rescheduled for August, ASA’s annual meeting is now scheduled to be held online, for members only, on Oct. 9. “Due to two delays brought on by COVID, the ASA Board of Directors has announced that the normal […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Annual Meeting, Automotive Service Association

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