Mike Anderson to Speak at GCIA Meeting
Anderson will discuss what it takes to thrive in the collision repair industry and what role the OEMs hold in the collision repairer’s future in OEM certifications.
Update: OEM-Supplier Relations Study Shows Strong Gains for Toyota and Honda
Results of this year’s study show Toyota and Honda clearly on top and continuing to distance themselves from Ford, Nissan, FCA and GM who are headed in the opposite direction.
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Announces 2014 Top OEM Color Repairs In North America
Data collected from 9,500 users of the company’s FormulaExpress Online Color Retrieval System shows white, black and silver are still the most popular car colors.
SCRS Open Meeting to Feature Technical Presentation on 3 Series BMW
Meeting will feature a step-by-step analysis of the OEM-recommended procedures for replacing a quarter panel on a 3 Series BMW.
PPG Completes $40 Million Plant Expansion In Brazil
Plant, at 65,000 square feet, will be used for onsite resin production at paint manufacturer’s Sumaré, São Paulo, Brazil, coatings manufacturing facility.
Car-O-Liner Names New OEM Account Manager
In his new role, Mark Weinmann will interact closely with the company’s OEM partners across North America to understand their needs and offer solutions to enhance their business.
Automotive Recyclers Association Warns Consumers of Growing Danger in Counterfeit Parts
Association urges consumers to utilize quality, recycled OEM parts supplied by professional automotive recyclers.
Valspar Automotive Announces Multiple OEM Approvals for DeBeer Refinish WaterBase 900+ Series
All approvals include the DeBeer Refinish WaterBase 900+ Series, featuring what Valspar states is an “easy-to-use true water base system.”
Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association and Audi to Host Aluminum Repair Seminar
Seminar, titled “Preparing for Aluminum: An Audi Perspective,” slated for Dec. 10 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Mazda Approves DeBeer Refinish WaterBase 900+ Series
Approval applies to all Mazda Motor Corporation vehicles in these regions, giving Mazda collision repair shops a new level of access to DeBeer Refinish WaterBase 900+ Series for repairs.
Latest American Honda Parts Bulletin Focuses on Driver Assist and Safety Systems
Bulletin covers windshield replacement, side-glass replacement and CMBS grille differences.
I-CAR Repairability Technical Support Portal Connects Industry Pros to OEMs
Portal offers real-time OEM information and announcements, collision repair articles, and technical questions and answers.