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CARSTAR Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Southern California

March 30, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

CARSTAR announced the opening of CARSTAR Camarillo Auto Body, 24,000 square foot collision repair facility located at 695 Via Alondra in Camarillo, Calif. Gary Reichenbach, owner of CARSTAR Camarillo Auto Body, got into the auto body industry in 1962 and opened his own collision repair facility in 1981. “This has grown into a proud family […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, CARSTAR, Network Affiliations

California Governor Proposes $11 Billion Relief Package for Californians Facing Higher Gas Prices

March 24, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

California Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled the details of his proposal to deliver $11 billion in relief to Californians facing record-high gas prices. The Governor’s proposal calls for $9 billion in tax refunds to Californians in the form of $400 direct payments per vehicle, capped at two vehicles. This package also provides $2 billion in broader […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Fuel Prices

Toyota Announces $27 Million Investment to Expand California Stamping Plant

March 16, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) announced a $27 million investment in the operation to support an increase in its production capabilities.  Founded in 1972, Toyota Auto Body California, Inc. (TABC) is Toyota’s oldest plant in North America. It supports the stamping and welding of parts for Tacoma and past model service parts for multiple North […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Openings, Toyota

California Auto Recycler to Pay $2.5 Million for Environmental Violations

March 15, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Pick-N-Pull Auto Dismantlers settlement covers hazardous waste disposal and stormwater pollution issues. The Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office, together with 13 other California District Attorneys have agreed to a $2.5 million dollar settlement with Pick-N-Pull Auto Dismantlers over the company’s illegal disposal of hazardous waste and stormwater pollution issues. Pick-N-Pull operates 21 facilities in […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Hazardous Waste, Lawsuits, Pick-N-Pull, Schnitzer Steel

EPA Restores California’s Authority to Enforce Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards for Cars and Light Trucks

March 14, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

On March 9, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reinstated California’s authority under the Clean Air Act to implement its own greenhouse gas (GHG) emission standards and zero emission vehicle (ZEV) sales mandate. This action concludes the agency’s reconsideration of 2019’s Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Rule Part One: One National Program Rule (SAFE-1) by finding […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Emissions, U.S. EPA

1Collision Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in California

March 4, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

1Collision announced the addition of JNS United Auto Body, Inc., located in Reseda, Calif. to its network. Established in 2011, the business prides itself on being a customer-focused facility that repairs vehicles properly. The original 800-square-foot shop has grown over the years and now occupies a 15,000-square-foot building. “I decided to join 1Collision because I’m […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: 1Collision Network, California, Network Affiliations

IAA Expands Branch and Breaks Ground on New Branch in California

February 25, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA) announced that it has completed a branch expansion at IAA Fontana and has broken ground on a new branch to meet growing demand in Southern California. The new IAA Los Angeles North branch will offer state-of-the-art facilities to support increased customer capacity needs.  “This expansion and new branch will bring needed […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Insurance Auto Auctions, Openings

Javier Vargas Named Director of Operations for California, Surrounding Areas at ProColor Collision

February 11, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

ProColor Collision announced Javier Vargas as its new director of operations for California and surrounding states as of January 24. As the director of operations, Vargas will be responsible for providing direction and support for all operational components including financial profitability, growth and compliance for ProColor Collision franchisees. In addition, he will be accountable for […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, People, ProColor Collision

Alameda County California District Attorney Announces Nearly $4 Million Settlement of Hazardous Waste Case Against Firestone Repair Centers

February 8, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

County District Attorney’s offices in California continue to pursue hazardous waste cases against automotive repair facilities and retailers. Firestone Complete Auto Care has agreed to a nearly $4 million settlement with the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office and 28 other prosecutors in an environmental protection case that alleged the company unlawfully disposed of hazardous waste. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Bridgestone Retail Opertions, California, Firestone, Hazardous Waste, Lawsuits

ProColor Collision Adds Two Collision Repair Centers to Network in Sacramento

February 1, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

ProColor Collision announced the launch of two new collision repair shops in Sacramento, Calif. The new locations include ProColor Collision Sacramento South East, formerly known as Collision Express Center, and ProColor Collision Sacramento North East. ProColor Collision Sacramento South East and North East reflect owner-operator Tony Buryakov’s 25 years of experience and drive to deliver […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: California, Network Affiliations, ProColor Collision

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