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Hunter Engineering Restructures International Operations with Six Field Team Changes

June 11, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Hunter Engineering Company announced Tuesday a reorganization of its international field operations, that were effective May 1, aimed at improving global coordination and customer service. The automotive equipment manufacturer created six new regional management positions as part of the restructuring, redistributing territories and responsibilities across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Kevin Dillon, previously Regional Manager […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Asia, Australia, Central America, Europe, Hunter Engineering, People, South America

Australia’s IAG Acquires Royal Automobile Club of Western Australia Insurance Business

May 15, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

IAG today announced it will enter a strategic alliance with The Royal Automobile Club of Western Australia (RAC) that includes IAG’s purchase of the RAC Insurance (RACI) business and a 20-year exclusive distribution agreement for RAC branded home, motor and niche insurance products. The consideration comprises $400 million for 100% acquisition of RACI and $950 […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Australia, Insurance Australia Group

Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association Calls for Broader Right to Repair Action

May 14, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) has welcomed the reappointment of the Hon. Dr. Andrew Leigh as Minister for Productivity, Competition, Charities and Treasury, calling it a strong signal that the Albanese Government will continue its leadership on Right to Repair reform. The AAAA, which led the decade-long campaign for the Motor Vehicle Information Scheme […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Australia, Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association, Right to Repair

Nexterra Launches Australian Operations to Expand Insurance and Collision Repair Services

May 5, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Nexterra Solutions, LLC has launched Nexterra Australia, a new division focused on providing automotive repair and claims services to the Australian insurance and collision industry. The company, which provides automotive restoration, claims management, and service contract solutions globally, has expanded beyond its existing administrative presence in Australia to establish full-service operations in the country. “We’ve […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Australia, Nexterra Solutions Group, Openings

Consultation Opens for Australia’s Revised Motor Vehicle Insurance and Repair Industry Code of Conduct

March 6, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The public is invited to provide input on the revised Motor Vehicle Insurance and Repair Industry Code of Conduct, that is now open for consultation. Stakeholders, including businesses and individuals, have eight weeks to submit feedback before the consultation period closes on April 29. Developed in response to an independent review by Dr. Michael Schaper […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Australia, Australian Motor Body Repairs Association, Code of Conduct, Insurance Council of Australia, Motor Trades Association of Australia, Regulations

Australia Association Calls for Amendments to Automotive Data Sharing Law

September 23, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) today called for amendments to the Motor Vehicle Information Scheme (MVIS) in response to concerns from independent workshops regarding the accessibility and cost of manufacturer diagnostic tools. Since its introduction in July 2022, the MVIS has given independent repairers access to essential vehicle manufacturer information at a fair market […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Australia, Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association, Regulations, Right to Repair

Australia Associations Release Guide on Non-OEM Parts Usage for Collision Repair Facility Operators

August 26, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) and the Australian Motor Body Repairers Association (AMBRA) have joined forces with HWLE Lawyers to address the usage of “Non-Genuine” (non-OEM) parts they say is a critical issue facing collision repair businesses across Australia. According to the associations, their first guide in a series, Using Non-Genuine Parts: Legal […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Australia, Australian Motor Body Repairs Association, Motor Trades Association of Australia, Non-OEM Parts

Penske Automotive Expands into Australia

April 10, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: PAG), the automotive and commercial truck retailers with operations across four continents and nine countries, intends to expand its retail automotive operations into Australia by acquiring two Porsche dealerships along with a Ducati motorcycle dealership in Melbourne, Australia. The Company has signed an agreement to acquire Porsche Centre Brighton, Porsche […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Australia, Penske Automotive

Australia’s NRMA Insurance Data Shows 34% Spike in Animal Collisions in 2023

March 27, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The latest data from Australia’s NRMA Insurance has revealed a 34% spike in claims due to animal collisions in 2023 compared to 2022. The sharp increase to 12,880 claims marks the highest number of incidents since 2019, a four-year high in accidents on Australian roads. NRMA Insurance is reminding drivers to be vigilant about wildlife […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Animal Collisions, Australia, NRMA

Suncorp Group Partners with Australian Collision Industry Alliance Partnership to Boost Collision Repair Careers

February 22, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Suncorp Group is the first insurance company to throw its support behind Australia’s newest repair industry advocacy body to help combat the skills shortage and ageing workforce of the motor repair industry. In a two-year sponsorship deal inked with the Australian Collision Industry Alliance (ACIA), Suncorp Group has become the first insurance partner to support […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Australia, Australian Collision Industry Alliance, Suncorp, Workforce Development

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