Massachusetts Collision Repairers Speak at Labor Rate Hearing
More than 29 Massachusetts auto body shop owners voiced concerns about the collapse of their small family businesses.
AASP/NJ Meeting Explores Massachusetts Right to Repair Victory
On Dec. 17, the AASP/NJ welcomed industry representatives from Massachusetts via a virtual meeting to inform its membership of the efforts behind the recently passed Massachusetts Right to Repair Law ballot measure.
Central Massachusetts I-CAR Committee Axe Tournament Raises Thousands for Auto Body Education
The event, held at Half Axe in Marlborough, Mass., served as a fundraiser for the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) in support of local auto body vocational school programs.
Right to Repair on the Ballot in Massachusetts
Supporters say it would “update” a state law that requires car manufacturers to share diagnostic and repair information with vehicle owners and independent repair shops.
Liberty Mutual Donates to Help Four Massachusetts Collision Programs
Liberty Mutal has donated $25,000 to the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) to help make sure the next generation of collision repair professionals is receiving the proper training in up-to-date facilities with modern equipment and tools.
Massachusetts Moves to Ban Cellphone Usage While Driving
Massachusetts is one step closer to having legislation that would bar any driver from using hand-held cellphones while behind the wheel, according to an AP article.
National AutoBody Research Launches VRS Labor Rate Survey in Massachusetts
National AutoBody Research (NABR) has announced the launch of its VRS Labor Rate Survey in the state of Massachusetts, sponsored by AASP-Massachusetts.
Right to Repair Coalition Takes on Vehicle Data in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Right to Repair Coalition has introduced legislation in the commonwealth protecting consumers’ right to own and control the data generated by their vehicle.
Casino Owner Wynn Sued for Pressuring Massachusetts Body Shop to End Lease
According to a story in the Everett Leader Herald, The Wynn Company is being sued for $9.6 million plus attorneys’ fees for allegedly attempting to force an auto body shop from extending its lease with the property across from their casino.
Massachusetts Bill Proposes Making Airbag Fraud a Crime
Insurers are asking Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker to sign legislation establishing criminal penalties for selling or installing a counterfeit airbag in a vehicle, according to an article by the Gloucester Daily Times.
