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Fenix Parts Sells Canadian Operations to Former Owner

March 13, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fenix Parts, Inc., Goldy Metals Incorporated and Kenneth Gold today announced the closing of a deal for Fenix to sell its Canadian subsidiaries  to Goldy for an undisclosed purchase price. The operations in Ontario, Canada will continue under Goldy ownership and will operate as “Standard Auto Wreckers.” Fenix retains its existing business in the United […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Canada, Fenix Parts, Ontario

AirPro Meets GM Collision Repair Network Requirements

March 13, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

AirPro Diagnostics announced that General Motors engineers at its Global Technical Center in Warren, Mich., tested the AirPro scan tool utilizing GM GDS 2 software and certified that the system meets GM requirements for their network of collision repairers.  AirPro Diagnostics provides remote OEM diagnostic scanning, programming, safety system and ADAS calibrations servicing all makes […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AirPro Diagnostics, Approvals, General Motors, OEM Certification

CARSTAR Conference July 10-12 in Chicago

March 13, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

2019 CARSTAR Conference

As it celebrates its 30th anniversary, CARSTAR announced it will host its  CARSTAR Acceleration 2019 conference, July 10-12 on the shores of Lake Michigan at the Hilton Chicago. The 2019 CARSTAR conference is the third annual North American event which integrates the U.S. and Canadian conferences. More than 1,000 CARSTAR franchise partners from across North […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Annual Conference, CARSTAR

Mitchell Issues First Quarter 2019 Industry Trends Report

March 12, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

Mitchell today released its Industry Trends Report (ITR) for the first quarter of 2019. The impact of 5G wireless, automobile design changes that are good for the environment, and how technology can improve claims outcomes are among the cutting edge topics addressed in the report. In “5G: What Do High-flying Predictions Mean for the Property […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Industry Trends Report, Mitchell International

SCRS Releases April Repairer Roundtable Line-Up

March 12, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) will be hosting the annual “Repairer Roundtable” from 8:30 – 11:00 am on Wednesday, April 17 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn. The meeting is open to all industry participants and is free of charge but pre-registration is requested. This year’s presentations will begin with Ann […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Society of Collision Repair Specialists

AASA, MEMA Oppose Nevada Aftermarket Parts Bill

March 12, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), on behalf of its division the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), has urged the Nevada State Assembly Committee on Commerce and Labor to reject a proposed law that discourages the use of quality aftermarket parts. As CollisionWeek reported in February, Nevada Assembly Bill 173 (AB 173) would amend […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: legislation, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Nevada, Non-OEM Parts

Fayetteville Collision Repair and Refinishing Program Draft Days Today and Tomorrow

March 12, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fayetteville Technical Community College logo

Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) announced that with the upcoming graduation for the class of 2019 in the Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Program, the College has scheduled draft hiring days for Tuesday and Wednesday, March 12 -13.  Student Observations will be held today, and interviews will be held on tomorrow. The Collision Repair and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Career Fairs, Fayetteville Technical Community College, Workforce Development

Boyd Group Acquires 11 Collision Repair Centers in Michigan

March 11, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Boyd Group Inc. announced the March 8 acquisition of a multi-store operation consisting of 11 collision repair locations in Michigan. The new Gerber collision repair centers, which previously operated under the names of Dusty’s Collision (7 locations), Whitney’s Collision (3 locations) and Wright Brothers Collision (1 location), are located in Ann Arbor, Flint and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Boyd Group, Michigan

Arizona Shop Operator Allegedly Defrauded Elderly Victim of $2 Million

March 11, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

Parra Indictment

Convinced vehicle owner to “sue” insurance company and allegedly pocketed attorney fees. Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich announced a State Grand Jury indicted Donaldo Parra, of Mesa, Ariz. for stealing over $2 million from an elderly woman. The indictment, filed February 25, arises out of an investigation conducted by the Mesa Police Department.  The allegations […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Arizona, Arrests, Insurance Fraud

Pre-Registration Deadline Approaching for This Weekend’s Northeast Trade Show 

March 11, 2019 By CollisionWeek Editor

There is still time to pre-register online for free to attend the 42nd Annual NORTHEAST Automotive Services Show, hosted by the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ), that will return to the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, N.J. this weekend on March 15-17. Registration at the show will cost $10. Thousands of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AASP/NJ, Northeast Trade Show

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