Driving Force Collision Network has acquired Brothers Auto Body in Cromwell, Connecticut, adding its ninth location and its first in the state. The transaction closed Oct. 2 and was announced Oct. 28. The deal carries Driving Force, an MSO built around luxury and electric vehicle repairs that require OEM certification, into a fourth Northeast state […]
BendPak Opens Third Distribution Center in Connecticut
New Milford hub extends two-day delivery to 92% of the U.S. population. BendPak Inc., the Agoura Hills, California-based manufacturer of vehicle lifts and shop equipment, announced Oct. 22 that it has opened a third U.S. distribution center, in Milford, Connecticut. The company said the facility allows it to deliver to 92% of the U.S. population […]
Connecticut Senate Confirms Josh Hershman as Insurance Commissioner
The Connecticut State Senate has confirmed Josh Hershman as Connecticut’s 34th insurance commissioner, the Connecticut Insurance Department announced. The Senate approved Senate Resolution 8 (2026) unanimously on April 8 after placing the measure on its consent calendar. Hershman, appointed by Gov. Ned Lamont, has led the department in an interim capacity since December 2025, succeeding […]
Connecticut Appellate Court Rules GEICO Complaints Against Towing Companies Protected by Litigation Privilege
The Connecticut Appellate Court has affirmed the dismissal of claims brought by four towing and auto repair businesses against Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) and two of its employees, ruling that complaints the insurer filed with the state Department of Motor Vehicles concerning nonconsensual towing and storage fees are protected by the litigation privilege. The […]
Connecticut Supreme Court Reverses Ruling on Towing Equipment Charges in Victory for Vehicle Recovery Services
Hourly charges for specialized equipment used for non-consensual towing allowed by Justices. DMV had argued that charges should be part of hourly labor rates. The Connecticut Supreme Court yesterday reversed a lower court decision that prohibited towing companies from charging for specialized equipment used in “exceptional services,” ruling that wrecker services can recover costs for […]
Fisher Auto Parts Acquires 7 Genden Auto Parts Stores in New England
Fisher Auto Parts announced the acquisition of Genden Auto Parts, a second-generation family business with over 70 years of service. This acquisition significantly strengthens Fisher Auto Parts’ presence in the New England market. Genden Auto Parts operates seven locations across western Massachusetts, northern Connecticut, southern Vermont and southwestern New Hampshire. John Lamoureux, owner of Genden […]
Providence Mutual Transferring Auto Policies to Plymouth Rock
Providence Mutual announced it has entered into an agreement to transfer its auto insurance business to Plymouth Rock Assurance. As part of the agreement, Plymouth Rock will provide auto insurance renewal offers to eligible Providence Mutual policyholders in Connecticut and New Hampshire. As a personal lines insurance provider in the northeast, Plymouth Rock writes and […]
VIVE Collision Marks 50th Location with Acquistion
Adds new collision repair center in Newington, Conn., its fourth in the state. VIVE Collision announced the addition of its 50th location. The newly acquired 14,000 sq. ft. location, Bryon’s Auto Body Powered by VIVE, is located at 172 Kelsey St. in Newington, Conn. The new location is also the fourth VIVE location in Connecticut. […]
Safelite Group Acquires Auto Glass Company with 3 Locations in New England
Safelite Group announced the acquisition of the auto glass assets of New Hampshire-based Thompson Auto Glass. The transaction was completed on Friday, January 5. “Today is an exciting day in New England,” said Safelite’s President and CEO, Renee Cacchillo. “We’re privileged to be trusted with carrying on Thompson Auto Glass’s great local reputation for quality […]
ASA Signs Letter Urging CT DMV Commissioner to Reconsider Interpretations of New Recall Notification Law
ASA joined with five other organizations in sending a letter to Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicle Commissioner Tony Guerrera. The letter respectfully urges Commissioner Guerrera to reconsider his interpretation of a new law passed by the state legislature – and in effect starting October 1, 2023 – intended to better inform drivers on open recalls […]