A Lakeland, Fla. auto body shop owner pleaded guilty to bank fraud after operating a scheme that defrauded financial institutions of more than $180,000 over two years, federal prosecutors announced earlier this month. Abraham Othman Yacoub, 27, faces up to 30 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not been scheduled. From January 2021 […]
CARSTAR Adds Collision Repair Center in Deerfield Beach, Florida
CARSTAR announced the opening of CARSTAR GSI Collision, owned by Firial and Samer Ayoub located at 29 SE 10th Street in Deerfield Beach, Fla. The grand opening celebration on April 10 welcomed the Deerfield Beach community with a lively event featuring food trucks, a live broadcast from a local radio station, and a festive atmosphere. […]
Insurance Association Says Legislation Repealing Florida’s No Fault Auto Insurance System Raises Costs and Hinder State’s Insurance Market Recovery
The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) raised concerns over the passage of Florida House Bill 1181 (HB 1181) out of the Florida House Insurance & Banking Subcommittee that would reform no-fault insurance and increase minimum coverage limits. “Efforts to repeal Florida’s no-fault auto insurance system could result in higher auto insurance costs and increased […]
Florida Bill Would Require Daily Law Enforcement Reporting from Collision Repair Shops
Legislation mandates crash reports for $5,000+ repairs. Florida association rallies opposition before hearing today. Florida’s collision repair industry is facing a potentially significant new regulatory requirement under the proposed “Lilly Glaubach Act” (SB 92), which is scheduled for a hearing before the Florida Senate Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government today, Tuesday, March […]
Classic Collision Acquires Repair Facility in Florida Panhandle
Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisition of Affordable Body Shop in Panama City, Fla. Affordable Body Shop has been the top choice in the Florida Panhandle for years, providing repairs, guiding customers through every step, and ensuring exceptional satisfaction. Classic Collision, founded in 1983 in Atlanta, Georgia, operates 316 collision repair facilities nationwide.
Crash Champions Opens New Collision Repair Center in Florida
Crash Champions announced the continued expansion of its Florida lineup with the opening of its newest state-of-the-art collision repair center at 5602 Land O Lakes Blvd in Land O’ Lakes, Fla. “The entire Crash Champions team is proud to showcase our 59th Florida location since first expanding to the Sunshine State in 2021,” said Matt […]
Crash Champions Acquires Collision Repair Centers in Florida and Montana
Crash Champions announced in December the addition of two new collision repair locations in Florida and Montana The multiple shop operator acquired South Motors Collision in Miami, Fla. and Big Sky Collision Center in Bozeman, Mont. The pair began operating as Crash Champions effective December 16. “This is another proud step in the ongoing Crash […]
Maaco Daytona Beach Celebrates Grand Opening with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Longtime automotive enthusiasts Richard Ly and Johnny Sy, owners of the new Maaco location in Daytona Beach, Fla. hosted community members October 31 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of their new collision repair and automotive service center. Attendees were treated to light refreshments, a tour of the shop, and the opportunity to […]
Joe Hudson’s Collision Center Acquires Four Repair Facilities
Acquisitions continue expansion in Kentucky, Florida, and Oklahoma. Joe Hudson’s Collision Center announced the acquisition of four collision repair facilities. The newly acquired facilities include: Renfro’s Collision in Berea, Ky.; A&E Auto Body in Eagle Lake, Fla.; Bay Body Shop in Panama City, Fla. and Manuel Collision Center in Ada, Okla. These new additions enhance […]
Florida Auto Body Association Affiliates with SCRS
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced the Florida Auto Body Association (FABA) as its newest Affiliate Association. Serving the entire state of Florida, the mission of FABA is to advance the automotive repair industry through comprehensive education, innovative training programs, and proactive legislative initiatives. “There was an interest from some shop owners about […]
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