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Crash Champions Acquires Collision Repair Centers in Florida and Montana

January 3, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Crash Champions announced in December the addition of two new collision repair locations in Florida and Montana The multiple shop operator acquired South Motors Collision in Miami, Fla. and Big Sky Collision Center in Bozeman, Mont. The pair began operating as Crash Champions effective December 16. “This is another proud step in the ongoing Crash […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Crash Champions, Florida, Montana

Colours Acquires Auto Body Specialties

January 3, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Colours Inc. announced the acquisition of Auto Body Specialties (ABS) with locations in Mankato, Minn. and Mitchell, Rapid City, Sioux Falls, Watertown, S.D. ABS was founded in 1950 by Harley and Sallie Roddel. With a commitment to providing quality service and products, they continued to expand from the original store to five locations. In 1980, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Colours Inc., Minnesota, PBE Distributor, South Dakota

Sentry Completes Acquisition of The General from American Family Insurance

January 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Acquisition strengthens Sentry Insurance position in non-standard auto insurance market. Sentry Insurance, one of the nation’s top mutual insurance companies, yesterday announced the completion of its acquisition of The General , a leading provider of non-standard auto (NSA) insurance, from American Family Insurance. The $1.7 billion transaction, first announced in September, represents the largest acquisition […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, American Family, Sentry, Tennessee, The General

Joe Hudson’s Collision Center Marks 250th Location Milestone with Maryland Acquisition

January 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Also announces two greenfield locations in Georgia. Joe Hudson’s Collision Center (JHCC) announced the acquisition of its 250th location. The consolidator acquired Cliff’s Hi-Tech Body Shop in Essex, Md, in December. Alongside this landmark acquisition, JHCC is also expanding its footprint with the opening of two new greenfield locations in Georgia. Brant Wilson, CEO of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Georgia, Joe Hudson's Collision Center, Maryland, Openings

Wesco Acquires Colortone Automotive Paints

January 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Wesco Group, the paint, body and equipment distributor in the U.S. and Canada, announced the acquisition of Los Angeles, Calif.-based Colortone Automotive Paints. Colortone Automotive Paints has been servicing the greater LA market since 1933. Stan Reshes became the third owner in 1979, who over time brought in his three sons into the business. Now […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, California, Wesco

Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi to Consider Business Integration

January 2, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced in December they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to start discussions and considerations toward a business integration between the two companies through the establishment of a joint holding company. If the business integration can be realized, the companies aim to integrate their respective […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Honda, Mitsubishi, Nissan

Quality Collision Group Acquires Collision Repair Center in Utah

December 10, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Quality Collision Group (QCG) announced the expansion of its presence in Utah with the acquisition of Auto Crafters Auto Body & Paint. This addition brings QCG’s total to 14 locations in the Beehive State, three of which are scheduled to open soon. “We look forward to expanding our mark in Utah with the addition of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Quality Collision Group, Utah

Classic Collision Acquires Repair Center in Washington State

December 9, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisition of City Center Collision Services in Tumwater, Wash. City Center Collision Services has provided auto body repairs in Thurston County and the surrounding areas for over a decade. As a proud family-owned business, they are dedicated to caring for every customer who visits their center. “We take pride in […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Classic Collision, Washington State

Wesco Acquires PBE Distributor in Oklahoma

December 5, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Wesco Group, the paint, body and equipment distributor in the U.S. and Canada, announced that Shawnee Paints has joined the Wesco Team. Shawnee Paints has been servicing the Shawnee, Okla. market since 1913, starting with parts and services for steam engine tractor mechanics but began transitioning immediately to automotive parts with the introduction of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Oklahoma, PBE Distributor, Wesco

Classic Collision Acquires Second Repair Facility in Newport News

November 25, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisition of Bowditch Collision Center, located on J. Clyde Morris Blvd in Newport News, Va. “Their reputation for quality, integrity, and commitment to both teammates and customers aligns perfectly with the values we’ve built our business on. We couldn’t be more excited to join forces with Classic Collision,” stated Casey […]

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

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