PartsTrader to Host First Charity Golf Outing
Outing will benefit Operation Comfort, a non-profit organization that supports the rehabilitation of wounded American soldiers.
Zara’s Collision Center Recognized for Philanthropic Efforts
The Capital Area Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) has presented Zara’s Collision Center with the 2012 Outstanding Philanthropic Corporation Award. The award recognizes a business with a strong record of exceptional generosity, outstanding commitment to philanthropy through direct support, and encouragement and motivation of others in the business community to take leadership
Automotive Management Institute Honors AAM Class of 2012
The Automotive Management Institute (AMI) honored its 19th class of Accredited Automotive Managers (AAMs) on Oct. 12 at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans during Automotive Service Repair Week. The graduating class of 2012 recognized 80 automotive service and repair professionals who earned the Institute’s prestigious AAM designation by successfully completing AMI
Study Finds Women Outnumber Men on U.S. Roads
A recent study published in the journal of Traffic Injury Prevention shows that more women are in the driver’s seat than ever before — and they even have the upper hand over men. According to the University of Michigan’s Transportation Research Institute, more than 105.7 million women were licensed to drive in the United States
Automotive Lift Institute Names Simpson Communications Public Relations Agency of Record
The Automotive Lift Institute (ALI), a trade association of North American vehicle lift manufacturers, has named Simpson Communications LLC its public relations agency of record. Simpson Communications will promote the organization’s lift certification and safety messages to the vehicle service industry. “With the recent introduction of our Lift Inspector Certification Program, we’ve expanded our
Metro Auto Recyclers Joins Team PRP Network
Metro Auto Recyclers, with locations in Valparaiso and Indianapolis, Ind., is the newest auto parts recycler to join the Team PRP network. With the addition of these two facilities, Team PRP’s national membership climbs to 129 stores across the nation. “Team PRP has yet again gained another exceptional partner," said Kent Rothwell, chair of Team
Volkswagen AG Approves AkzoNobel’s Lesonal Brand for Global Use
Vehicle manufacturer also renews approval of Sikkens.
AIA Lobbyist Named South Carolina Insurance Regulator
Ray Farmer will officially become director of the state’s Department of Insurance on Dec. 3.
Cooks Collision Opens 28th Location in Silicon Valley
Largest family-owned collision repair business in U.S. goes from 18 locations in Northern California to 28 statewide in one year.
Collision Industry Veteran Starts Website Development Site for Repairers
David Moore says body shops can now build their own websites quickly, affordably and easily with the help of experts.
Collision Repair Education Foundation Seeks Donations for Safety Kits
Organization to supply more than 1,000 kits to collision repair students.
Vehicles Showcasing BASF Refinish Products Recognized with Show Awards
Awards recognized achievement across various categories including design, innovation, creativity, performance and “wow factor.”