Three industry professionals, whose exemplary efforts and actions in 2016 best illustrate the vision and mission of the National Auto Body Council (NABC), were recognized recently at SEMA with the organization’s prestigious Award of Distinction, Body Shop Image Award, and Excellence in Community Service. The goal of the NABC awards is to recognize auto body […]
I-CAR Honors Exceptional Contribution to Collision Repair Industry
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced the winners of its annual I-CAR Awards that recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to advancing the training and professionalism of the collision repair industry. The winners were revealed Nov. 2 at a ceremony in the Paradise Ballroom at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and […]
CIECA Announces 2016 Annual Award Winners
On November 2th at the Annual Collision Industry Conference (CIC) Industry Achievement Awards, the Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) Board of Trustees announced the winners of the 2016 Electronic Commerce awards. Board Member Steve Betley and Executive Director Fred Iantorno made the presentations. Electronic Commerce Company of the Year 2016 – This award is […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Announces Student of the Year Award Winners
The Collision Repair Education Foundation has selected two winners for the Collision Students of the Year award. The winning students are currently studying collision repair and were nominated by their instructor. Each winner and his/her nominating instructor will receive a trip to SEMA 2016 where the pair will be honored at the Education Foundation’s evening […]
Maaco Recognizes Top Franchisees During Annual Convention
Maaco recognized more than 60 franchisees during this year’s convention in Charlotte, N.C. Maaco franchisees from throughout the country were recognized for several achievements including: outstanding sales performance, operational excellence, leadership, growth and overall performance. “Each year, it’s an honor to recognize the top performers in the Maaco system,” said Jason Ryan, president of Maaco. […]
ATMC Announces 2016 National Training Award Winners
The Automotive Training Managers Council (ATMC) has announced the winners of its 2016 ATMC National Excellence in Training Awards, naming the submission by KPA as the Grand Award winner with awards also going to the National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium and NAPA Auto Parts. KPA is being honored for its training program titled “Advertising Best […]
ASA Honors Achievements at 2016 Celebration of Excellence
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) held its Celebration of Excellence awards ceremony August 12 at the Sheraton Park Hotel in Anaheim, Calif. The awards ceremony honored the achievements of ASA members and its industry partners. Alongside the awards ceremony, the Automotive Management Institute (AMi), held its annual graduation ceremony for its recent graduates and recognition […]
Axalta Launches Refinish Sustainable Star Awards
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) has launched the Axalta Sustainable Star Awards program for body shops who use sustainable practices. The contest runs until 11:59 p.m. on November 15, 2016. The launch follows Axalta’s recent release of the company’s 2014-2015 Sustainability Report. The Sustainable Star Awards are open to United States-based Axalta refinish customers. The Awards […]
SkillsUSA Honors John Kett with National Outstanding Achievement Award
John Kett president and CEO of Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAA), a business unit of KAR Auction Services (NYSE: KAR), has been awarded the prestigious Pat Dalton Outstanding Achievement Award. The award was presented before a crowd of 12,000 during the opening ceremony of the 52nd annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference held in […]
A-1 Toyota Named Certified Collision Center of the Year
A-1 Toyota, a BASF Glasurit collision repair center in New Haven, Conn., won the prestigious Toyota Certified Collision Center of the Year award. This marks the first time a Toyota dealer from the Northeast received the recognition since the award’s inception. Criteria for the award include: achievement of master level training in all departments, strong […]