State Farm’s George Avery Named 2013-14 CIC Chairman
Claims consultant will serve two-year term, moderating and facilitating all Collision Industry Conferences in 2013 and 2014.
PartsTrader Talk Draws Packed House at Collision Industry Conference
State Farm’s George Avery and PartsTrader’s Rob Cooper addressed “misinformation” about program while repairers expressed their concerns with it.
BodyShop Business Turns the Big 3-0
As BodyShop Business turns 30, Editor Jason Stahl notes that others in the collision repair industry are also celebrating 30th anniversaries.
What Are the Steps I Need to Take to Get on a DRP?
I just started open my auto body shop business, and although I’m getting some work off the street, I would really like to get on a direct repair program. Do you know what steps I need to take or requirements I need to meet prior to applying for these programs?
The Dream Is Alive
While strolling through his neighborhood, Editor Jason Stahl discovers that the American dream of owning a thriving small business isn’t quite dead yet.
New Jersey Body Shop Owner Queries State Farm CEO Again on Paint & Materials
Unsatisfied with State Farm’s response to his initial letter, Don Harvey of International Collision Service takes aim again at their $28 per hour paint & materials rate.
Birmingham Body Shops Dropping State Farm Select Service Program Due to PartsTrader
Repairer claims that 40 percent of Select Service shops in area have decided to part ways with State Farm rather than participate in new parts ordering and bidding process.
How to Avoid Common Car Paint and Bare Metal Prep Mistakes
Manufacturers’ technical support personnel often field calls from body shop employees about product failures that lead to poor paint jobs – only to find out it wasn’t the products but faulty paint prep procedures.
Collision Repair Industry Changing at Speed of Light
Editor Jason Stahl touches on his visit to PPG MVP Conference in Phoenix, Ariz., where speakers addressed need to react quickly to changing world.
Repairers Talk Data Mining at Collision Industry Conference
Some body shop owners want an “opt out” when it comes to signing agreements with information providers on data sharing.
Class Is In Session: Learning Color Theory
Editor Jason Stahl visits Pro-Spray Automotive Finishes to get schooled on refinishing, color adjustment and blending.
Collision Repairers ‘Get in the Zone’ at PPG MVP Conference
Approximately 350 collision repairers enjoyed motivational speakers and hardcore business improvement classes at Phoenix, Ariz. event.
