I-CAR Interim CEO Outlines Organization’s Future Growth Strategy
Despite I-CAR’s recent highly-publicized financial struggles (click here), board of directors chairman John Edelen conveyed a positive outlook for the training organization at the recent Collision Industry Conference held in Philadelphia. “I-CAR has identified what needs to be improved, and it is listening to the needs of the inter-industry,” Edelen told a rapt crowd at
CCC-Mitchell Merger Targets Single Platform, Says CCC Rep
Attendees of the Collision Industry Conference held in Philadelphia April 16-17 received a little more insight into the recent announcement that CCC and Mitchell will merge thanks to Jim Dickens, CCC’s Senior Vice President of Product Management and Marketing. Perhaps the most compelling information Dickens offered was that the intent of the merger is to
ABPA Urges Congress to Co-Sponsor Repair Parts Bill
Members of the Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) have joined with national consumer advocates in lauding the introduction of House Resolution 5638, known as the repair parts design exemption. The legislation, introduced and championed by Rep. Zoe Lofgren (CA-16), would assure that the American motoring public would still have a choice when it comes to
SCRS Elects New 2008-2009 Board of Directors
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced its newly elected 2008-2009 board of directors at its Corporate Awards Dinner at the Crowne Plaza in Philadelphia on April 15. Gary Wano of GW & Son Autobody in Oklahoma City, assumed the duties of chairman. Also elected to a new position was Aaron Clark of Collision
Tom Perry Promoted to President of U.S. Chemical & Plastics
U.S. Chemical & Plastics, a division of Alco Industries and a leader in repair, refinish, appearance and maintenance products for the automotive aftermarket, promoted 24-year industry veteran Tom Perry to president. Perry was formerly vice president, sales & marketing and is replacing the preceding president, Wade Bowman. “Alco is committed to having high-quality management and
California Senate Judiciary Committee Approves CRA Factory Parts Bill
The California Senate Judiciary Committee approved the Collision Repair Association of California (CRA)-sponsored Senate Bill 1059 by a 3-2 vote and agreed to add the following provision to the bill: “At the time of sale, the insurer shall specifically notify the insured whether the insurance contract allows for the use of aftermarket parts, and that such use may
California Senate Judiciary Committee Approves CRA Factory Parts Bill
The California Senate Judiciary Committee approved the Collision Repair Association of California (CRA)-sponsored Senate Bill 1059 by a 3-2 vote and agreed to add the following provision to the bill: “At the time of sale, the insurer shall specifically notify the insured whether the insurance contract allows for the use of aftermarket parts, and that such use may
Missouri Collision Industry Day at the Capitol Is a Success
Missouri associations AASP of Missouri, ASA MOKAN and SCRS MOKAN hosted a Day at the Capitol in Jefferson City, Mo., for the collision repair industry. It was the first time that the industry has descended on the capitol to express its concerns on issues that affect the consumer and the independent business community. Nearly 70
CRA Members Educate Consumers Via Legislative Newspaper
Two Collision Repair Association of California (CRA) members had an article published in a recent edition of Capitol Weekly that expressed their views on OEM and aftermarket parts as a way to educate consumers and protect them during the auto claims process. Richard Steffen and Allen Wood, who, along with other members of the CRA,
I-CAR Annual Meeting Slated for July 24-26
Join professionals from around the world as the collision industry gathers for the I-CAR International Annual Meeting on July 24–26 at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in Scottsdale, Ariz. Early bird registration fees through June 1: General Attendee – $445 General Attendee Spouse/Guest – $385 Program Instructor or Volunteer* – $305 Program Instructor/Volunteer Spouse/Guest – $305
CRA Members Educate Consumers Via Legislative Newspaper
Two Collision Repair Association of California (CRA) members had an article published in a recent edition of Capitol Weekly that expressed their views on OEM and aftermarket parts as a way to educate consumers and protect them during the auto claims process. Richard Steffen and Allen Wood, who, along with other members of the CRA,
Missouri Collision Industry Day at the Capitol Is a Success
Missouri associations AASP of Missouri, ASA MOKAN and SCRS MOKAN hosted a Day at the Capitol in Jefferson City, Mo., for the collision repair industry. It was the first time that the industry has descended on the capitol to express its concerns on issues that affect the consumer and the independent business community. Nearly 70