Body Shop Associations
National Auto Body Council Invites Industry Professionals to Attend Northeast Regional Golf Fundraiser

The National Auto Body Council (NABC) and presenting sponsors Enterprise Rent-a-Car and ABRA Auto Body & Glass invite industry professionals to sign up for the Northeast Regional Golf Fundraiser.

NABC Golf Fundraiser
Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association Accepting Nominations for Annual Awards

CIECA is seeking nominations for individuals who are deserving of its Outstanding Leadership, Outstanding Contribution and Outstanding Dedication awards, and companies deserving of the Electronic Commerce Company of the Year.

Texas Auto Body Trade Show to be Held Aug. 25-26

The Texas Auto Body Trade Show is bringing a “Whole New Collision Trade Show Experience” to Dallas Aug. 25-26 at the Hurst Convention Center, “And That Ain’t No Bull.”

National Auto Body Council Opens Nominations for 2018 Board of Directors

Board candidates may be self-nominated or an industry professional nominated by three members of the National Auto Body Council.

AASP-NJ’s Annual Lou Scoras Memorial Golf Outing Scheduled for Sept. 18

The event, which pays tribute to former board member and influential association member Lou Scoras, also raises money for a scholarship in his name, helping to engage and inspire the next generation of automotive technicians.

AASP-PA Announces Dates for 2017 Shop Survival Summit

The professional development event will focus on the latest trends, best practices, equipment and technology in the automotive service industry, while celebrating the industry and its accomplishments, according to the alliance.

SCRS Welding Video Emphasizes Technician Safety

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists unveiled the video at its July 24 open Board of Directors meeting in Chicago.

Spectra Premium Industries Becomes First Radiator Supplier to Join CAPA Program

“By choosing to pursue CAPA certification, Spectra Premium further demonstrates its commitment to providing the highest-quality radiators to the international market,” said Debbie Klouser, CAPA director of operations.

Stephen Regan to lead Automotive Service Association Massachusetts/Rhode Island Affiliate

“He has an impressive record of working in the best interests of our combined industry in Massachusetts, New England and nationally,” ASA said in a news release.

AASP/NJ’s Charlie Bryant: “If We Work Together as an Industry, We Can Get Changes Made”

AASP/NJ executive director tells New Jersey repairers, “When you encounter an insurer that says, ‘We don’t pay for that’ or ‘You’re the only one who charges for that,’ do yourself and your fellow shop owners a favor and submit a complaint to the DOI.”

ASA Members Eligible for Special Discounts on Automotive Management Institute Courses

Under the program, ASA members will receive a 20 percent discount on management and administrative training courses that are hosted in the myAMi Learning Management System.

Society of Collision Repair Specialists to Hold Open Board Meeting on July 24

The two-hour meeting will include a live presentation from the SCRS Education Committee on “Non-Included Items When Working With Aluminum.”