The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) is urging its member to contact legislators to support the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act, H.R. 906, that was reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. According to the association, as vehicle technology becomes even more complex, vehicle manufacturers are creating new barriers that […]
ABPA Nashville Convention Final Schedule and Agenda Available
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) announced that the full schedule and agenda are now available for the 2023 ABPA Convention being held April 25-27 in Nashville, Tenn. More information and a link to registration for the 2023 ABPA Convention is available online. Major industry topics will be discussed including current and future industry trends, […]
Automotive Body Parts Association Announces Annual Meeting April 25-27 in Nashville
The 2023 Annual Meeting & Trade show of the Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) will be held April 25 – April 27 at the DoubleTree Hilton Downtown Nashville located in Nashville, Tenn. The event is a gathering of aftermarket parts manufacturers, distributors, insurance industry executives, and collision repair companies. In addition to the ABPA’s business […]
ABPA Supports Maine Right to Repair Ballot Initiative
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) announced it supports the Right to Repair ballot initiative that was recently launched in Maine. The association has long advocated for the rights of consumers who simply want to repair their vehicles as safely, efficiently, and economically as possible. While many are familiar with the Right to Repair movement […]
ABPA 2022 Convention Features Boyd Group’s Tim O’Day
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) announced that Tim O’Day, President and CEO of Boyd Group Services will be presenting to ABPA Convention attendees on Thursday, May 5. O’Day serves as the President & Chief Executive Officer of Boyd Group Services Inc. In his role, he has overall responsibility for the affairs of Boyd, including […]
Registration Open for ABPA Annual Meeting May 3-6 in Newport Beach, California
The 2022 Annual Meeting & Trade show of the Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) will be held May 3-May 6, 2022, at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach located in Newport Beach, Calif. The event is a gathering of aftermarket parts manufacturers, distributors, insurance industry executives, and collision repair companies. In addition to the ABPA’s business […]
Legislation to Limit Length of Auto Design Patents Introduced in U.S. House of Representative
Bipartisan legislation seeks to reduce collision repair costs by limiting the length of time vehicle manufacturer exterior parts would be protected from competition. Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-50), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet in the House Judiciary Committee, announced June 1 the introduction of bipartisan legislation to limit […]
PartsTrader’s Greg Horn to Present at ABPA 2021 Annual Convention
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) announced that acclaimed industry veteran, Greg Horn of PartsTrader, will be addressing the ABPA Convention in Nashville on September 21-24. In his new role at PartsTrader, Greg will discuss “Collision Industry Trends” and will be speaking to attendees during the Thursday, September 23 session. More information and registration for […]
Automotive Body Parts Association Schedules 2021 Annual Meeting in September 21-24
The 2021 Annual Meeting & Trade show of the Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) will be held September 21-24, at the Renaissance Hotel located in Nashville, Tenn. The event is a gathering of aftermarket parts manufacturers, distributors, insurance industry executives, and collision repair companies. In addition to the ABPA’s organizational business meetings, the event features […]
Washington State Bill Would Place Burden of Proof That A Repair Procedure is Not Necessary on Insurers
Proposed law would require insurers to pay “reasonable and necessary” costs. Proposed legislation in Washington State seeks to revise Chapter 48 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) to require insurers to pay for reasonable costs for auto physical damage claims. Washington House Bill 1428 (HB 1428 seeks to revise add a new section to […]
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