1Collision announced the addition of Valley Collision–Mesa, located at 840 E Southern Ave, in Mesa, Ariz. to its nationwide network. Established in January 2023, the family-owned and operated business was founded by Dennis Kennealy, who has 30 years of industry experience, and Ryan Cochran, who has a background in commercial real estate development. Kennealy said […]
1Collision Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Arizona
1Collision announced that Estrella Collision, based in Avondale, Ariz., has joined its nationwide network. “We’re excited that Jason and his team came on board with 1Collision,” said John Hollingsworth, director of new business development. “They are a staple shop in the Avondale market and part of the start of our growth in Arizona. We look […]
Meyer Distributing Adds Location in Tucson, Arizona
Meyer Distributing, Inc., the automotive specialty products marketing and distribution company, announced the addition of its Tucson, Ariz. cross-dock. The new cross-dock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Kingman, Ariz. distribution hub, which houses one of the largest inventories of automotive accessories, collision repair crash parts, and RV parts in the region. “Meyer has […]
State Farm Expands Non-OEM Collision Repair Parts Use in California and Arizona
Latest announcement follows re-introduction of non-OEM bumper covers, headlamps and taillamps to most U.S. states in December. State Farm announced to its Select Service shops yesterday, June 19, that due to continuing parts shortages, the largest private passenger auto insurer in the U.S. would expand the specification of non-original equipment manufacturer (non-OEM) collision repair parts […]
CAWA Announces Scholarship Winners
CAWA, the non-profit trade association representing automotive parts manufacturers, jobbers, warehouse distributors, retailers and program groups, announced the recipients of its 2023 scholarship awards. CAWA provided over $13,250 in scholarships this year to thirteen individuals. Furthermore, each student will receive a $300 tool gift certificate compliments of CAWA member All Trade Tools. “Once again, CAWA […]
IAA Expands in Arizona
IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA) announced that construction has been completed on a significant expansion to the IAA Phoenix branch. This continued investment has increased IAA’s footprint in the Phoenix, Ariz. area by nearly 30%, helping to support growing customer demand. “The added capacity from this expansion will significantly increase IAA’s presence in the Phoenix market […]
Safelite Group Acquires Reliable Glass Division
The Safelite Group announced the acquisition of the auto glass assets of Reliable Glass headquartered in Phoenix, Ariz. The transaction was completed on Friday, October 14. “We’re happy to have Reliable Glass associates join the Safelite family,” said Renee Cacchillo, President and CEO of Safelite Group. “Founded in 2001, their focus on providing remarkable customer […]
Ford Launches Technician Training Programs in Three New Schools
Ford is expanding the curriculum and adding locations to its premier training program designed to add more specially trained automotive technicians to the fast-growing field that now includes electric vehicles. The initiative, known as Automotive Student Service Educational Training (ASSET), is a collaboration between Ford Motor Company, Ford and Lincoln dealers and select community colleges […]
US Department of Labor Proposes to Revoke Final Approval of Arizona’s State OSHA Plan Citing “Pattern of Failures”
Department says it has concerns about state’s commitment to worker safety and health led to federal action. State had refused to implement OSHA Covid temporary standards that were later withdrawn. The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a proposal to reconsider and revoke the final approval of Arizona’s State OSHA plan, in response to what […]
Painter’s Collision Centers Opens New Location in Chandler, Arizona
James and Kelly Huard, the owners of Painter’s Collision Centers, officially opened the doors to their newest collision repair facility in Chandler, Ariz. on March 7. The shop is located at 1459 North Arizona Avenue. Family-owned and operated, Painter’s Collision Centers started as a single location in Queen Creek, Ariz. When the founding owners retired […]
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