NACE | CARS is in full swing as Industry Week continues in Anaheim, Calif. Now in its 34th year, NACE | CARS features numerous opportunities for technical training, business education, demonstrations, networking and technology showcases for stakeholders, owners, managers and technicians in the collision and service repair industries. The trade show floor opens today at […]
Improving Profitability, Organizations and Environments Panel at NACE|CARS
The Coalition for a Triple Bottom Line in Collision Repair will host a panel discussion on what the 21st century holds for the industry and the vital role collision repair will play in it. The event will take place on at NACE | CARS next week on Thursday, August 11th from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 […]
Counterfeit Parts Panel Added to NACE
The Automobile Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition (A2C2) will host a panel discussion titled Put the Brakes on Fakes. The panel will discuss how the automotive industry and the U.S. Government are working to protect the safety and welfare of consumers and repair businesses. The panel discussion will take place Friday, August 12, 11:00 a.m. at the Central […]
Heavy Duty Repair Training to Debut at NACE | CARS 2016
NACE | CARS is featuring Heavy Duty programming this year for the first time ever. The training on heavy duty collision and mechanical repair will take place Wednesday, August 10, and Thursday, August 11. This inaugural program includes: Dean Hancock, Collision Advice – Heavy Duty Damage Analysis John Spoto, 3M – Working Smarter, Not Harder […]
Demonstration Schedule Announced for NACE | CARS 2016
NACE | CARS released the complete schedule for demonstrations during the Expo, taking place Thursday, Aug. 11 and Friday, Aug. 12 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif. This year’s Expo features expanded OE involvement and demonstrations, such as those described below, on the latest products, materials & technology, and the latest solutions available […]
NACE Panel to Discuss Importance of Pre- and Post-Collision Repair Scans, Calibration/Recalibration
Special presentation on Expo Floor will feature vehicle manufacturers and insurers detailing the requirements for pre and post-scans of collision damaged vehicles. Mike Anderson, consultant and president/owner of Collision Advice, will lead a panel of OEM and insurance representatives in a discussion about the need for pre- and post-repair scans, calibration/recalibration, and more. The intent […]
National Auto Body Council Members to Present Multiple Recycled Rides, First Responder Demos at NACE
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) announced it has scheduled multiple opportunities at NACE | CARS for repairers and others in the collision repair industry to personally experience the impact of its program initiatives and learn how they can collaborate with business partners to bring these community service programs into their local communities. NABC members […]
MSO Symposium Announces Final Program, Adds Insurer Panel for August 11 Event
The final program for the MSO Symposium, held during NACE, has been completed with the guidance of the MSO Advisory Board. Mike LeVasseur, Director of Corporate Development, ABRA Auto Body & Glass, returns as Master of Ceremonies for the Symposium. Executives representing MSO’s, multi-location and single location collision repair executives, and insurance professionals are invited […]
Agenda Announced for NACE | CARS Technology & Telematics Forum
NACE | CARS announced the complete agenda for the third annual Technology & Telematics Forum (TTF), taking place Friday, August 12 in Anaheim, Calif. Sponsored by Auto Alliance, CCC Information Services, Ratchet + Wrench, FenderBender and the Automotive Service Association (ASA), TTF provides attendee with an opportunity to meet OE engineers and learn about technologies […]
Axalta Commercial Transportation Business Council Symposium August 12-13 in Anaheim
Axalta Coating Systems will hold its second Business Council Symposium at the Anaheim Marriott in Anaheim, Calif. on August 12–13 for commercial collision repair shop owners. Axalta scheduled the meeting to allow attendees to also participate in commercial transportation-focused education seminars that will be held at the International Autobody Congress Exposition (NACE) on August 9-13 at […]