Donation from LKQ will help expand Adopt-A-School, registered apprenticeship and mentor development programs. Through its second annual LKQ Cares Holiday Vote, the LKQ Community Foundation is contributing $1 million to 10 philanthropic organizations, including the ASE Education Foundation. As part of this program, announced in November, each of the 10 organizations received an initial $50,000 […]
TechForce Partners with Caliber Collision to Help Young People Explore Collision Repair Technical Education and Careers
The TechForce Foundation recently launched a new video in partnership with Caliber Collision, #BeaCollisionTech, designed to educate young people about the opportunities and benefits that a career in collision repair offers. TechForce’s annual Supply and Demand Report revealed that among the transportation sectors, collision is suffering the most from the tech shortage. The ratio of […]
AkzoNobel Podcast Examines Depth of Industry Challenge and Need to ‘Rethink’ the Vehicle Refinishing Future
With demand for driver-assisted and electric vehicles (EVs) increasing and repairs becoming increasingly complex, collision repair shops are having to re-tool with capital-intensive equipment to compete. A similar challenge is talent and the need to rapidly upskill the existing workforce while coping with labor shortages fueled by the recent pandemic and the imminent retirement from […]
Hertz Supports High Schools and Colleges Through Collision Repair Education Foundation
Hertz has repeatedly proven its dedication to high school and college collision repair schools and students through its generous support and sponsorship of the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF), contributing over $125,000 to the industry’s future in 2022. “CREF is so grateful to Hertz for its ongoing commitment to the students pursuing a collision career […]
Caliber Partners with TechForce Foundation and Learning Undefeated to Reach Future Collision Repair Technician Leaders
The Caliber family of brands, including Caliber Collision, Caliber Auto Care and Caliber Auto Glass, is highlighting its Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) and partnering with two national nonprofits, TechForce Foundation and Learning Undefeated, dedicated to workforce development in the technician field and creation of unique STEM experiences for students from under-resourced communities. STEM Education is an […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Develops Collision Career Awareness, Pathing and Readiness Initiatives
Initiative was funded by GM grant. When GM awarded the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) with a $100,000 grant for 2022, the Foundation made use of the funds to develop its Career Opportunity Awareness Initiative, a project that seeks to increase the number of collision repair students who graduate with marketable technical skills by tackling […]
TechForce Launches Because I’m A Tech Campaign
The TechForce Foundation, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has launched its “Because I’m a Tech” campaign. Timed to align with Labor Day, the campaign celebrates skilled trades and promotes this career path. “Because I’m a Tech” shares technicians’ testimonials across industry sectors, from auto, diesel and collision repair to aviation, restoration, marine, welding and motorsports, highlighting […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Announces Fall High School & College Career Fair Schedule
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 […]
Enterprise Holdings Announces Collision Repair Training Program Adds New School in Texas
Collin College Technical Campus is the fifth school to offer Collision Technology Program based on two-year Collision Engineering curriculum. Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, today announced a new partnership with Collin College Technical Campus in Allen, Texas, to support the growth and expansion of its Collision Engineering Program. Now active in five schools […]
I-CAR Announces Initiative to Address Collision Repair Technician Shortage
Partnership with Collision Repair Education Foundation and others seeks to expand the number of qualified entry-level technicians. The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced a comprehensive initiative aimed at improving the industry-critical technician shortage situation. Program components are planned for roll-out as early as this year, with additional elements launching throughout 2023 and […]
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