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Fix Auto USA Celebrates Grand Opening of Two Locations in Riverside, California

July 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Fix Auto USA celebrated the grand openings of two new collision repair facilities in Riverside, Calif. owned by Brian Brandler, who joined the network in 2024. Fix Auto Magnolia Riverside opened in September 2024, followed by Fix Auto Jurupa Valley a few months later. Both locations are independently owned by Brandler as principal owner. “My […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Fix Auto USA, Network Affiliations

IBIS Global Summit Draws International Collision Repair Industry to Istanbul

July 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The 2025 IBIS Global Summit concluded June 26 in Istanbul, Turkey after three days of industry programming and networking for collision repair professionals. The event at the Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul attracted executives and business owners from body repair, software and technology, insurance, vehicle manufacturing and supply chain companies. Representatives from 29 countries attended, including […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: IBIS Global Summit, International Bodyshop Industry Symposium, Turkey

Auto Glass Now Recognized by Hyundai as Approved Glass Repair Vendor for Dealer Network

July 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Auto Glass Now announced Hyundai Motor America has officially approved Auto Glass Now as a trusted vendor for its network of dealers. This partnership allows Hyundai dealers to use Auto Glass Now for all auto glass repair and replacement services for new and authorized pre-owned vehicles. “At Auto Glass Now, safety and quality are at […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Approvals, Auto Glass Now, Hyundai

New Vehicle Sales Up in June Compared to Last Year

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Sales hit 15.3 million annual rate in June despite tariff impact. New light-vehicle sales reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 15.3 million units in June, up 2.3% from the same month last year, according to data released by the National Automobile Dealers Association. The year-over-year increase was inflated by a major dealership software outage […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: National Automobile Dealers Association, New Vehicles Sales

Classic Collision Enters Ohio with Opening of Cincinnati Location

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Classic Collision LLC opened a new collision repair facility in Cincinnati, marking the company’s expansion into Ohio. Classic Collision, based in Atlanta, Ga., operates 340 facilities nationwide. The Cincinnati location features diagnostic equipment and certified technicians, according to the company. Classic Collision said the facility follows eco-friendly practices.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Classic Collision, Ohio, Openings

Wren’s Collision Group Acquires Repair Facility in Marietta, Georgia

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Wren’s Collision Group announced today it has acquired Pugmire Collision, expanding the family-owned company’s operations into the Marietta, Ga. market. The newly acquired repair facility is Wren’s 19th location. The company said it will retain Pugmire’s existing staff and maintain current service standards. “Our growth is always guided by our purpose—to serve with integrity, provide […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Georgia, Wren's Collision Group

Registration Opens for September 26-27 Music City Collision Conference

July 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Tennessee Collision Repairers Association opened registration for its first Music City Collision Conference, scheduled for Sept. 26-27 at the Southwest Conference Center in Nashville. The two-day event will include a trade show with vendors and educational sessions led by industry professionals. “The conference is an excellent opportunity for collision repairers and vendors to attend […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association, Music City Collision Conference, Tennessee, Tennessee Collision Repairers Association

Aviva Completes $5 Billion Acquisition of Direct Line to Become Largest Auto and Home Insurer in the UK

July 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Combined group will have nearly 20% of UK auto insurance market, operate 47 collision repair centers. Aviva announced yesterday the completion of its £3.7 billion ($5.03 billion) acquisition of Direct Line Group (DLG) to become the United Kingdom’s largest auto and home insurance company. Amanda Blanc, Group Chief Executive Officer, Aviva plc said, “The completion […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Aviva UK, Direct Line, Solus

CARSTAR Owner Adds Bosch Auto Repair Franchise in Houston, Texas

July 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

A Houston, Texas collision repair shop owner has opened the city’s second Bosch Auto Service franchise location, marking his expansion from collision repairs into general automotive maintenance and repair services along with advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) calibration and electric vehicle repairs. Nelson Ramos, who operates CARSTAR Bass Collision, opened Bosch Auto Service North Houston […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Bosch, CARSTAR, Openings, Texas

Record 61.6 Million Americans to Drive During July 4th Week

July 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Road travel increases 2.2% as holiday driving reaches all-time high A record 61.6 million Americans will travel by car during the July 4th holiday period, representing a 2.2% increase over last year and the highest volume on record, according to AAA projections. The automotive organization expects 72.2 million people total to travel at least 50 […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AAA, Holiday Travel, INRIX

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