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Fix Auto Adds Collision Repair Center in Edmonton

June 3, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fix Auto announce the addition of Fix Auto Edmonton South to its network, effective June 1 2016. “Our family bought a body shop in 2011. We had only one 1500 sq. ft. bay with an old paint booth. It took time and effort to grow our shop to where we are now. We’ve grown to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Canada, Fix Auto Canada, Network Affiliations

Spanesi Americas Adds Distributor for Gulf States

June 3, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Spanesi Americas announced that Complete Collision Equipment, Inc. is providing distribution and customer support in the Gulf States, specifically the Houston, TX market, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. “We are very pleased to have Complete Collision Equipment join the Spanesi Americas team,” stated Tim Morgan, Managing Director of Spanesi Americas. “As we have continued to grow […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Alabama, Distributor, Louisiana, Mississippi, Spanesi, Texas

Copart Expands to the Republic of Ireland

June 3, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Copart, Inc. (NASDAQ:CPRT), announce the opening of its first location in the Republic of Ireland. “We are really excited about expanding our presence in the European market. This location allows us to better serve our large international buyer base and clients,” said Vinnie Mitz, President of Copart. “We are pleased with the success of our […]

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

Axalta Launches Nason Brand in Russia

June 3, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) announced it is launching its Nason Finishes refinish brand in Russia. “By adding Nason Finishes to our stable of refinish brands in EMEA, we are able to meet our customers’ requirements, regardless of their size, or whether they require a premium brand, something more mainstream or an economy solution. But whatever […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Axalta Coating Systems, Russia

Greg Coccaro, Sr. Passes Away

June 2, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Greg Coccaro, Sr., (66), founder and owner of North State Custom in Bedford Hills, N.Y. passed away May 31. Coccaro rose to prominence in the collision repair industry in 2007 following his filing of a $40 million lawsuit against Progressive Insurance in 2007 for steering. The suit was filed in response to concerns Coccaro had […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Greg Coccaro, Obituary, People

I-CAR Announces Major Presence at NACE

June 2, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

NACE | CARS announced that the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) will once again have a major presence throughout this year’s event, taking place at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA this summer from August 9 -13. I-CAR will offer the latest collision repair training at NACE, including the launch of the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Service Association, I-CAR, NACE

AkzoNobel Presents WIN with Technology Initiative Founder’s Sponsorship

June 2, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

In recognition of the tenth anniversary of the founding of the Women’s Industry Network (WIN), AkzoNobel presented the organization with a $12,500 “WIN Technology Initiative Founder’s Sponsorship.” As a method of ensuring that WIN is able to sustain and grow its mission of engaging women in the collision repair industry, AkzoNobel has provided the initial […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AkzoNobel, Women's Industry Network

BASF Enters Supply Agreement with PSA Peugeot Citroën Body Shop Network in Italy

June 2, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

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BASF announced a new cooperation arrangement between its Coatings division and PSA Peugeot Citroën in Italy was launched earlier this year. The first body shops in the vehicle manufacturer’s network have already changed over to BASF paint brands. Over 250 authorized body shops will change over to BASF refinish products as part of the agreement. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: BASF, PSA Peugeot Citroen, Supply Agreement

Shop Profitability Seminars Scheduled in Connecticut and Massachusetts

June 1, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

“We’re the only $60 billion industry in America that charges $30 billion for our work” say Tony Lombardozzi and Peter Abdelmaseh, owners of Superare Advertising + Marketing Agency in Belmont, Mass., and they believe auto body repair shops have been offering a “perpetual half-price sale” for decades and don’t have to do that anymore! Two […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Connecticut, Massachusetts, Profitability, Seminar

AkzoNobel Launches Color Software with Real-Time Updates

June 1, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

AkzoNobel announced that with its recently released MIXIT web application it will provide real-time updates for color software – and support searching in Chinese. The new color web application can be accessed at www.MIXITcloud.com and supports users of any of AkzoNobel’s vehicle refinishes brands, including Sikkens, Lesonal, Wanda, Sikkens Autocoat BT and U-TECH. “MIXIT is […]

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