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Transtar’s #4424 Amber Rustproofing, part of its Body-Tec line, matches OEM appearance while providing superior rust protection. Use on replacement panels or new car rustproofing. Its abrasion-resistant coating flows into hard-to-reach seams and restores the repair of existing corrosion protection to original specifications found on the interior of fender and panel replacements.
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NAPA Auto Parts offers a full line of chassis parts built with top-quality components and precision engineered to stand up to years of use. NAPA’s chassis parts selection includes tie rod ends, ball joints and idler arms. Call (800) 538-6272.
Houston Lexus Dealer Named Toyota/Lexus Certified Collision Center of the Year
A special recognition dinner event was held last month at Lakeside Country Club in Houston, Texas, to celebrate Houston-based Westside Lexus as the recipient of the 2008 Toyota/Lexus Certified Collision Center of the Year. Westside was selected from among the 168 nationwide Toyota and Lexus Certified Collision Center (TCCC/LCCC) dealers and is the first Lexus
Sterling Autobody Opens New Store in Illinois
Sterling Autobody opened a new, 18,000-square-foot location in East Dundee, Ill., on March 16. The new location employs 16 technicians, along with its estimating and customer service staff. “This new location is part of our ongoing strategy to expand our footprint and accommodate the demands of our customers,” Sterling Autobody President Nick Notte said.
DEG Selects New Administrator
The Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) Joint Operating Committee (JOC) has named Bud Center Jr. as the new DEG administrator. Bringing more than 24 years of automotive industry experience to the organization, Center has been hired as an independent contractor to administer the DEG project and the operations of its Web site, which will include the
Georgia Labor Rate Survey Results Released
The Georgia Collision Industry Association (GCIA) recently released the results of its 2009 labor rate survey. Almost 300 shops answered the survey, sharing how much they would need to charge to turn a profit. GCIA Executive Director Howard Batchelor said he believes the rates collected by the GCIA are skewed lower than they should be
Got Your Number
It takes a lot of guts to put your cell phone and home telephone numbers on the wall in your front lobby under the heading, “Please Complain.” But Marsh Gluchow, owner of Valley Motor Center in Van Nuys, Calif., wouldn’t have it any other way. “Customer care is what I talk about most with my
Daimler Grants Global Approval for Standox Automotive Paint Systems
Standox solventborne and waterborne paint systems for cars and commercial vehicles have received global approval for the refinishing of Daimler vehicles after standing up to extensive analysis and tests by Daimler in a wide range of climatic conditions. “The many years of close cooperation have formed a strong partnership. Standox will maintain its high standards
New Kentucky Law Removes Airbags from Total Loss Calculations
Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear signed H.B. 309, which removes the cost of airbag replacement from 75 percent total loss calculations, into law on March 20. The new rule will be effective in October. The law also stipulates that insurers are bound by terms and conditions of individual policies relating to airbag reinstallation and that vehicle
New Kentucky Law Removes Airbags from Total Loss Calculations
Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear signed H.B. 309, which removes the cost of airbag replacement from 75 percent total loss calculations, into law on March 20. The new rule will be effective in October. The law also stipulates that insurers are bound by terms and conditions of individual policies relating to airbag reinstallation and that vehicle
GEICO to Sell Auto Insurance in Massachusetts
GIECO, the nation’s third-largest auto insurer, has filed with the Massachusetts Division of Insurance to sell policies in the state beginning in May. The move makes GEICO the second major insurer to move into the Massachusetts market since the state moved to “managed competition” for auto insurance about a year ago, with Progressive being the