Tariffs weigh on consumers’ current and future views on economic conditions. Preliminary results for consumer sentiment were down significantly both month-over-month and year-over-year according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers mid-April report. Consumer sentiment fell for the fourth straight month, plunging 11% from March and over 34% from April 2024. Consumer sentiment is […]
New Hampshire Insurance Department Issues Guidance on Virtual Auto Claims Adjustment
The New Hampshire Insurance Department has released new guidance for insurance companies using virtual methods to assess automobile damage, emphasizing that consumers retain the right to request in-person inspections. The bulletin, issued April 14, addresses the growing trend of insurers using photos and videos submitted by consumers or repair shops instead of conducting physical inspections. […]
BASF Coatings Launches Enhanced Digital Color Solutions for Body Shops
BASF Coatings has expanded its cloud-based Refinity platform with new color identification technology for automotive refinish customers. The platform integrates digital business, training, and color solutions for body shops worldwide. The company has introduced a new spectrophotometer called ScanR, which can take five measurements in 30 seconds. The device includes automatic Vehicle Identification Number and […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Golf Fundraiser July 22 in Pennsylvania
The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) announced that its 23rd Annual Golf Fundraiser, co-hosted by PPG Automotive Refinish, is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, July 22, at Philmont Country Club in Huntingdon Valley, Pa. in conjunction with industry meetings being held in Philadelphia that week. CREF invites collision professionals to join in “fore” a […]
Ron Greenman Named Interim President of ATI
The Automotive Training Institute (ATI) has announced the appointment of Ron Greenman as Interim President. Greenman, who joined ATI in 2016 as its first full-time Chief Financial Officer, was promoted to Chief Operating Officer in 2021. During his tenure as COO, he helped scale operations, optimize internal processes, and support the company’s growth. “I’m incredibly […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Announces 2025 Executive Committee
Board thanks departing members for their service to nonprofit organization supporting students and collision education system. The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) has appointed its 2025 Executive Committee, composed of seven industry professionals committed to supporting collision repair education. The new Executive Committee includes Brenda Hogen (Parts Trader) as Chair, Stacy Bartnik (Intertek) as Vice-Chair, […]
National Auto Body Council Forms Military Affairs Team Led by Veteran Tim Bates
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) has established a Military Affairs team to enhance its service to military members and veterans. This initiative, announced on April 11, will be led by Tim Bates, Executive Vice President for SolutionWorks and a decorated U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force veteran. The team includes several military leaders from […]
Retail Used-Vehicle Sales in March Up 9% Month Over Month
According to an analysis of Cox Automotive’s vAuto Live Market View data estimates, retail used-vehicle sales in March1 increased month over month compared to February. A total of 1.66 million used vehicles were sold at retail – from both franchised and independent dealers – during March, up 9.4% month over month and 12.2% year over […]
Timothy Sweeney Elected Chairman of Liberty Mutual Insurance
Liberty Mutual Insurance’s Board of Directors has elected Timothy M. Sweeney as Chairman of Liberty Mutual Holding Company Inc., effective April 9. Sweeney, who currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer, will succeed David H. Long, who is retiring as Chairman and Director. Long has been with Liberty Mutual for 40 years, becoming President […]
I-CAR Appoints Kyle Thompson as New CEO
John Van Alstyne will retire after 15 years with training organization. I-CAR’s Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Kyle G. Thompson as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective May 5. Thompson will succeed John S. Van Alstyne, who is retiring after 15 years with the non-profit training organization. Van Alstyne, who joined I-CAR […]
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