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UK Competition Regulator Says Solutions Offered to Address Competition Concerns in LKQ Acquisition of Uni-Select

July 25, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

LKQ had previously announced its intention to divest Uni-Select’s GSF Cark Parts UK business as part of acquisition. A fast-track Phase 1 investigation by the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) confirmed July 21 that LKQ Corporation’s purchase of Uni-Select Inc. could raise competition concerns in the UK. LKQ, through Euro Car Parts, and Uni-Select, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, FinishMaster, LKQ Corporation, UK Competition and Markets Authority, Uni-Select, United Kingdom

Kinderhook Industries Acquires Continental Auto Parts

July 24, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

New Jersey based aftermarket collision repair parts distributor has ten hubs in four states. Kinderhook Industries, LLC announced today the acquisition of Continental Auto Parts, L.L.C. in partnership with management. Continental Auto Parts is a is a Newark, New Jersey based distributor of aftermarket collision automotive parts to multi-shop operators (MSOs) and independent collision repair […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Continental Auto Parts, Kinderhook Industries, New Jersey, Non-OEM Parts

LKQ Europe Acquires Commercial Parts Distributor in UK and Ireland

July 21, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Marks entry into European aftermarket truck parts business. LKQ Europe has entered the truck parts business with the acquisition of Digraph, the UK’s leading independent aftermarket commercial parts distributor specializing in heavy goods vehicle (HGV), coach and bus parts. Following the transaction, Digraph will be integrated into the LKQ UK and Ireland group, alongside LKQ […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Europe, Heavy Duty Trucks, Ireland, LKQ Corporation, People, United Kingdom

Safelite Group Acquires Florida Auto Glass Business

July 18, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Safelite Group announced the acquisition of Florida-based Ideal Auto Glass with two locations in Odessa and Sanford, Fla. The transaction was completed on Friday, July 14. “We continue to grow with a focus on providing the quality glass services that our customers expect from us,” said Safelite’s President and CEO, Renee Cacchillo. “And we’re […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Florida, Safelite

State Farm Ventures Invests in Snapsheet

July 18, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Investment strengthens multi-year relationship between investment arm of largest U.S. private passenger auto insurer and claims technology firm. Snapsheet, the company specializing in claims management technology, today announced a strategic investment from State Farm Ventures, the wholly-owned subsidiary of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company launched in 2018. Snapsheet streamlines and expedites the claims process, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Claims Technology, Snapsheet, State Farm, Venture Capital

Tractable AI Raises $65M in Series E Funding

July 18, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Tractable, the company employing artificial intelligence (AI) using computer vision to assess the condition of cars and homes, today announced a $65M Series E investment led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2. Existing investors Insight Partners and Georgian participated in the round. As part of the transaction, Nahoko Hoshino, Investment Director for SoftBank Investment Advisers will […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Claims Technology, Tractable, Venture Capital

Classic Collision Acquires New Repair Center in Tennessee

July 17, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisition of Dayton Collision Center in Dayton, Tenn., expanding its presence in the state.  “We have been the repair center of choice in Dayton by performing high quality repairs and providing a one-of-a-kind customer service experience. We are thrilled to continue that journey now as Classic Collision,” stated Rich Ritchie […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Classic Collision, Tennessee

Classic Collision Acquires New Collision Repair Center in Minnesota

July 10, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Classic Collision, LLC, the multi-site collision repair operator based in Atlanta, announced the acquisition of a Maaco Franchise in Fridley, Minn.  “Our mission has been to be the reliable choice in collision repair and provide excellent customer service and I believe that Classic Collision will uphold that mission” stated Andy McClure former owner of Maaco […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Classic Collision, MAACO, Minnesota

Hertrich Dealerships Acquires New Collision Repair Center in Pennsylvania

July 6, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

New location is the dealership group’s 12th location. The Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships announced the acquisition of Chadds Ford Collision Center, a 17,000 sq. ft. repair facility located in Chadds Ford, Pa. The new collision repair center marks the dealership group’s expansion into the Pennsylvania, building upon Hertrich Collision Centers’ existing presence on the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Hertrich, Pennsylvania

Palladium Heritage Acquires Three Aftermarket Collision Repair Parts Distributors

July 5, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Combination creates Collision Auto Parts platform to expand with further acquisitions and new location openings. Palladium Equity Partners, along with its joint venture affiliate Palladium Heritage, announced today that it has partnered with management to create a platform named Collision Auto Parts LLC, with the acquisition of three automotive aftermarket collision repair part companies. The […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, National Auto Parts, Palladium Equity Partners, Palladium Heritage, Private Equity

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