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Former Detroit Police Lieutenant in Charge of Integrity Unit Sentenced to 2 ½ Years in Prison for Taking Towing Referrals Bribes

April 20, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

A former police lieutenant in charge of the Detroit Police Department’s Integrity Unit was sentenced to 2 ½ years in prison for accepting bribes in a conspiracy with another Detroit police officer in connection with corruption in the towing industry in Detroit, United States Attorney Dawn N. Ison announced April 18. Ison was joined in […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Lawsuits, Michigan, Towing, U.S. DOJ

Ricardo Rosso Named Site Manager of AkzoNobel Pontiac Automotive and Specialty Coatings Facility

March 27, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

AkzoNobel announced Ricardo Rosso is the new site manager for its Pontiac Automotive and Specialty Coatings manufacturing facility as of March 1. He started with AkzoNobel in 2011 in Brazil and then joined our North America team (NAM) in 2018 as the production manager for Marine, Protective and Yacht (MPY) Coatings at Akzo’s Houston, Texas […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AkzoNobel, Michigan, People

Opus IVS Announces Grand Opening of New Global Headquarters

October 26, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Opus IVS, the global diagnostics, ADAS calibration, programming, and remote services provider, announced today the relocation and expansion of its global headquarters to Dexter, Mich. “Our recent significant growth and expansion of our technology team required state-of-the-art facilities and simply more space. We are excited to build on our foundation in the Metro Detroit area […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Michigan, Openings, Opus IVS

Fenix Parts Acquires Michigan Auto Recycler

October 25, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fenix Parts, the recycler and reseller of original equipment manufacturer automotive parts, announced it has completed its acquisition of the assets of American & Import Auto Parts in Sterling Heights, Mich. American is a full-service automotive recycler servicing the metro Detroit market. This is Fenix Parts’ fourth acquisition in the Midwest and brings Fenix’s location […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Automotive Recyclers, Fenix Parts, Michigan

1Collision Adds Collision Repair Facility to Network in Michigan

September 22, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

1Collision announced the addition of Kepner’s Precision Auto Krafters in Benton Harbor, Mich. to its network. Established more than 50 years ago, Kepner’s Precision Auto Krafters is a family-run business located southwest of Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids. The company prides itself on repairing vehicles to the highest standards and providing excellent service. “We are delighted […]

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

Collision Repair Education Foundation Announces Fall High School & College Career Fair Schedule

August 11, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) announced its Fall 2022 High School & College Transportation Student Career Fairs schedule across the country to provide employers with an opportunity to get to know thousands of incoming industry professionals. “CREF’s Career Fairs provide a unique opportunity for collision industry employers to connect with hundreds of students who […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Career Fairs, Collision Repair Education Foundation, Michigan, Minnesota, Texas, Workforce Development

1Collision Adds Four Collision Repair Center MSO to Network in Michigan

August 8, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

1Collision announced the addition of Car Center’s four locations in Michigan to its network.   Established 30 years ago, Car Center operates collision repair facilities in Big Rapids, Burton Heights, Cedar Springs and Greenville. The company prides itself on offering quality auto body repair and exceptional customer service. “We are delighted to be bringing on […]

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

Safelite Group Acquires Michigan Glass Installer

July 20, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Safelite Group announced the acquisition of Henderson Glass in Michigan. The transaction closed on Friday, July 15. “Founded in 1915, Henderson Glass has a long-standing history of outstanding customer service and a commitment to high-quality work,” said Renee Cacchillo, President and CEO of Safelite Group. “We’re proud to welcome their associates to our business.” “This […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Auto Glass, Michigan, Safelite

Hyundai Breaks Ground on New Michigan Safety Test and Investigation Laboratory

June 28, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Hyundai Motor America and Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc., (HATCI) together celebrated the $51.6 million expansion project for a new Safety Test and Investigation Laboratory (STIL) at a groundbreaking ceremony. “Safety is the top priority at Hyundai and is embedded throughout the entire organization,” said José Muñoz, president and chief operating officer, Hyundai Motor Company […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Hyundai, Michigan, Openings

Intertek Expands Service Offerings at North America Electric Vehicle Testing Lab

May 24, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Intertek announced the expansion of services and capabilities at its Transportation Technologies lab in Plymouth, Mich., to meet the automotive industry’s increasing demand for safe and reliable testing for evolving electric vehicle (EV) and electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) technologies. “As an early adopter of and pioneer in EV testing, Intertek’s continued investment in the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Intertek, Michigan, Openings

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