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Collision Repair Shops Participating in Recycled Rides Can Get Free Diagnostics from asTech

June 21, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

The National Auto Body Council announced that asTech, a new member partner of its growing membership base, has agreed to provide at no charge an inventory of asTech devices for NABC’s signature Recycled Rides program. Devices from asTech, the leading provider of remote and mobile repair solutions for diagnostic and vehicle electronics will be made […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: asTech, National Auto Body Council, Recycled Rides

Symach and Alphabet Italia Fleet Management Announced Partnership to Supply Collision Repair Shop Network

June 21, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Symach Srl and Alphabet Italia Fleet Management SpA, the BMW Group’s car rental company, announced that Symach is a technology partner for Alphabet Italia. Alphabet Italia has chosen Symach as a technology partner to support its Alphabet Point collision repair shop network in achieving quality objectives in repair, production efficiency and speed of delivery to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Alphabet Italia Fleet Management, BMW, Italy, Symach

Volkswagen and Ford to Explore Strategic Alliance

June 21, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Ford VW

Volkswagen AG and Ford Motor Company yesterday announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding and are exploring a strategic alliance designed to strengthen each company’s competitiveness and better serve customers globally. The companies are exploring potential projects across a number of areas – including developing a range of commercial vehicles together to better serve […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Ford Motor Company, Volkswagen

3M and Collision Repair Education Foundation Race to Support Veterans

June 20, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

3M Hire Our Heroes Race Car

Collision repair shops can donate to 3M Hire Our Heroes for the opportunity to compete at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in the 3M Hire Our Heroes 500. The 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division and Collision Repair Education Foundation effort to provide collision repair education opportunities for military members into high gear this year, launching the 3M […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: 3M, Collision Repair Education Foundation, Hire Our Heroes, Veterans, Workforce Development

GEICO Announces Kansas Operations Center

June 20, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

GEICO, the second largest private passenger auto insurer in the U.S., announced yesterday that it will open its newest office in Lenexa, Kan., adding 500 associates during the next five years. Joining GEICO Chairman Tony Nicely in making the announcement were Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D., Warren Buffett, chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, GEICO’s parent company, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: GEICO, Kansas, Openings

PPG Automotive Refinish Video Affirms Company’s Commitment to Diversity

June 20, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Workplace diversity is a priority across all PPG Industries’ business units. Supporting that corporate-wide commitment — a key part of PPG’s core values — the Automotive Refinish division of PPG recently released a video celebrating the company’s diversity in the workplace.   The three-minute video embedded above features Automotive Refinish team members from North America, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Diversity, PPG Industries

Stacy Bartnik Named Aftermarket Industry Relations Manager at CAPA

June 20, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) announced that Stacy Bartnik has been appointed Aftermarket Industry Relations Manager for its testing and certification program. Bartnik brings more than 20 years of experience in the industry, including program and business development, operational improvements and industry association leadership. As Aftermarket Industry Relations Manager, Bartnik will oversee CAPA relations […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Certified Automotive Parts Association, People

Nissan Will Use Ultrastrong, High-Formability Steel in More Vehicles

June 19, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Nissan Steel

Next generation steel jointly developed by Nissan and Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corp. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced it will build more models using a new type of steel that combines high tensile strength with a previously unachievable degree of formability, resulting in lighter vehicles that can help lower emissions while protecting occupants. According […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: advanced high strength steel, Nissan

Service King Graduates 37 Apprentice Technicians

June 19, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Service King Collision Repair Centers, one of the nation’s fastest-growing automotive repair companies, recently celebrated the graduation of 37 apprentice technicians as part of its innovative Apprentice Development Program. The graduation celebrations took place at Service King locations in seven different states across the U.S. as the organization continues its commitment to training and developing […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Apprentice Program, Service King Collision Repair Centers, Workforce Development

MEMA Says Tariffs on China Would Hurt U.S. Parts Manufacturers

June 19, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), the trade association for motor vehicle and mobility suppliers and parts manufacturers and remanufacturers, while applauding the administration’s continued focus to protect intellectual property, opposes using tariffs to curb intellectual property theft. MEMA believes that retaliatory tariffs could negate the Trump administration’s recent successful work on behalf of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: China, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Tariffs

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