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Manheim Partners with TechForce Foundation to Support Technician Workforce Development

April 11, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

With a growing industry shortage of qualified auto technicians, Manheim is partnering with the TechForce Foundation on its FutureTech Success campaign. The campaign is designed to attract students to become auto technicians and create a pipeline of talent within the industry for auto technicians. As an early supporter of this effort, Manheim has made a […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Cox Automotive, Manheim, TechForce Foundation

Painters Supply Acquires Distributor with Nine Locations in Georgia and Alabama

April 10, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Painters Supply

Acquisition of ACS of Georgia marks PSE entry into Southeastern U.S. Painters Supply & Equipment Co. (PSE) announced it has acquired ACS of Georgia (ACS). The acquisition adds nine locations in Georgia and Alabama, and expands PSE’s market reach into the Southeastern United States. ACS, based in Metro Atlanta, is the largest PPG Platinum Distributor […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Alabama, Georgia, Painters Supply and Equipment Co., PBE Distributor

Axalta Opens New Coating Manufacturing Facility in India

April 10, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) opened its new coating manufacturing plant on April 4, at Savli, Vadodara in Gujarat, India. Approximately 70 guests, including local government officials, customers, university representatives, media, and employees attended the opening ceremony, which Axalta Chairman and CEO Charlie Shaver presided. The 5,200 square meter (56,000 sq. ft.) plant is part of Axalta’s Savli […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Axalta Coating Systems, India, Openings

Mike Black Promoted to CEO at Dent Wizard

April 10, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Dent Wizard International has promoted Mike Black to chief executive officer, effective April 1.  Black most recently served as president and COO.  As CEO, he will lead the company and continue driving profitable growth, while having responsibility for all areas of the business. “I’m honored that Terry and the Board are entrusting me to continue […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Dent Wizard, People

ALLDATA Names Satwinder Mangat President

April 10, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

ALLDATA, an AutoZone company, announced the promotion of Satwinder Mangat to President, ALLDATA. He was formerly General Manager, ALLDATA North America. In his new role, Mangat is responsible for ALLDATA’s North American (U.S., Canada, and Mexico) and European operations, and is also a member of the AutoZone CEO Team. He reports to Tom Newbern, AutoZone […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Alldata, People

Scott Dunfee Named Global Managing Director of Automotive Certification at NSF International

April 10, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

NSF International has appointed Scott Dunfee Global Managing Director of Automotive Certification. Dunfee brings more than 20 years of insurance, technical leadership and repair expertise to NSF International.  As Global Managing Director, Dunfee will oversee NSF International’s automotive certification programs working closely with automotive parts manufacturers, distributors, collision repair shops, automotive recyclers and insurers.  “Scott’s […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Certification, Non-OEM Parts, NSF International, People

California Autobody Association Executive Director McClune Retires

April 9, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Led collision repair association for 17 years. David McClune has stepped down from his position as Executive Director of the California Autobody Association (CAA) after 17 years at the helm of the organization to focus on his health and family. The association also announced that Don Feeley has resigned from the Executive Committee and will […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California Autobody Association, People

Mitchell First Quarter 2018 Industry Trends Report Examines Artificial Intelligence, Collision Repair Networks

April 9, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Mitchell Q1 2018 APD Cover

Mitchell today released its Industry Trends Report (ITR) for the first quarter of 2018, which provides insights into the adoption of artificial intelligence by the insurance industry, the importance of proper and safe repairs and how it will influence collision repair network development in the future. The report is available to download. As the insurance […]

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

Copart Expands Tucson Location

April 9, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Copart, Inc. (NASDAQ:CPRT) announced the expansion of its location at 5600 South Arcadia Avenue in Tucson, Ariz. “Our team in Tucson is prepared to take on a higher volume of vehicles,” said Jay Adair, CEO of Copart. “Just like our Phoenix location’s recent expansion, Tucson’s growth will provide increased efficiencies for buyers and sellers across […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Arizona, Copart, Openings

Allianz’s Graham Gibson appointed as Chairman of UK’s Thatcham Research

April 6, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Thatcham Research, the UK-based motor insurance automotive research center, has announced the appointment of Allianz Insurance’s Graham Gibson as the new Chairman of its Board. As chief claims officer at Allianz Insurance, Gibson is an industry advocate with extensive experience in a range of market initiatives across claims and personal injury. He also serves on […]

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

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