The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) today submitted letters in opposition to New York State Assembly Bills 75 and 245. As CollisionWeek reported yesterday, the two bills reintroduced in the New York State Assembly on Wednesday seek to require written disclosure and consumer consent on the types of parts used and require that OEM guidelines […]
Non-OEM Collision Repair Parts Disclosure and OEM Procedures Bills Reintroduced in New York State Assembly
Parts bill also provides for OEM collision repair parts for three years or length of OEM warranty. Two bills reintroduced in the New York State Assembly on Wednesday seek to require written disclosure and consumer consent on the types of parts used and require that OEM guidelines and repair procedures be used during collision repairs. […]
New York State Secures $11.3 Million from Auto Insurance Companies Over Data Breaches
New York Attorney General Letitia James and New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) Superintendent Adrienne A. Harris today secured $11.3 million in penalties from two auto insurance companies, the Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) and The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers), for having poor data security which led to the personal information of more […]
Doan Group Welcomes New Franchise Serving New York and New Jersey
The Doan Group announced the addition of a new insurance claim appraisal franchise serving New York and New Jersey. Franchise owner Hashim Jaludi joins The Doan Group after beginning his career as a field appraiser for several national providers. Jaludi brings to the company and its customers expertise in liability determination, settlement negotiation, and both […]
Dent Wizard Announces Two Acquisitions
Dent Wizard International announced two recent acquisitions covering the Florida, New Jersey and New York State markets. In August, Dent Wizard successfully completed the acquisition of Philips Repair Services, the provider of paint, interior, and reconditioning services in the Tampa Bay area and throughout Florida. The integration of Philips Repair Services into Dent Wizard strengthens […]
New York Collision Repair Shop Owner Sentenced to Prison for Conspiracy to Commit Tax Fraud
Defendant did not pay nearly $1 million in taxes. A New York man was sentenced August 26 to 20 months in prison for conspiring to defraud the United States by concealing income from the IRS. According to court documents and statements made in court, Aniello Strocchia, of Maspeth, owned and operated an auto repair shop. […]
Long Island Collision Repair Shop Owner Sentenced for Sales Tax Fraud
Shop owner pleaded guilty to stealing New York State taxes after failing to report over $2.8 million in taxable sales. The owner of several collision repair facilities in East Islip, N.Y. pleaded guilty to grand larceny and was sentenced for stealing sales tax. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced in July that Brian […]
Meyer Distributing Announces New Location in New York State
Meyer Distributing, Inc., the automotive specialty products marketing and distribution company, announced the addition of its Plattsburgh, N.Y. crossdock. The crossdock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Pennsylvania distribution hub, which houses one of the largest inventories of automotive accessories, crash and collision, 4×4/Off-Road, and RV & Trailer parts in the Northeast. “We continually […]
PGW Auto Glass Acquires Interstate Glass of Amityville, NY
PGW Auto Glass today announced the acquisition of Interstate Glass of Amityville, N.Y. This strategic move marks an exciting expansion for PGW by adding locations in Queens and Long Island and enhancing capabilities in the automotive glass industry. “Interstate Glass has been a leader in the New York City Boroughs and Long Island for many […]
1Collision Rebrands as CSN Collision
Announces new U.S. locations. The 1Collision Network announced its rebranding as CSN Collision, signifying a strategic evolution in the company’s journey. The rebranding positions CSN Collision to tap into its parent company’s global resources and expertise, strengthening its role in the United States, Canada, and Europe. CSN Collision Centres and 1Collision announced they were merging […]
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