SCRS Welcomes Matrix Electronic Measuring As Newest Corporate Sponsor
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced that its newest Corporate Member is Matrix Electronic Measuring, Inc. Matrix specializes in advanced measuring devices, including the Matrix Wand. The three-dimensional system exposes and quantifies vehicle damage, allowing a repair to be accurately blueprinted in a fraction of the time it currently takes, thereby
Martin Senour Announces Continued Sponsorship of SkillsUSA Collision Repair Championships
The Martin Senour Company announced it will continue its leadership role as the exclusive coatings sponsor of the Collision Repair Technology Championships at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The conference is in its 48th year and will be held in Kansas City from June 23-27, 2012. Martin Senour will again supply its VORTEX
NHTSA Study Shows Improved Vehicle Design Contributing to Decline in Roadway Deaths, Injuries
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced that better-designed, safer vehicles have contributed to an overall decline in crashes, deaths and injuries on U.S. roadways. In a new report issued today, the agency’s analysis of police-reported crash data estimates that design improvements between model year 2000 and model year
Three California Body Shops Join CREF’s Industry Leadership Circle as Donors
Chilton Autobody, Crockett’s Premier Autobody and Oakland Autobody have all joined the Collision Repair Education Foundation’s donor Industry Leadership Circle through recent donations that will specifically assist the collision program at Cypress College in Cypress, Calif., as part of the Solera Matching Makeover grant. Through their contribution level, these repair facilities will join a select
New Commissioner Appointed for Iowa Insurance Division
Iowa Gov. Terry E. Branstad recently named Nick Gerhart as the new Iowa insurance commissioner. Gerhart will begin work within the department this fall, and will fully assume responsibilities from current director Susan Voss at the end of this calendar year. “I want to thank Susan Voss for her great service to the state of
LKQ, Diamond Standard Partner to Meet Demand for Front Steel Bumpers
Bumper stamping in Ohio with plating in Minnesota and Oklahoma provides “pivotal supply chain solution” to meet expanded demand, says LKQ.
CCC Introduces CCC ONE Repair Methods for Insurance
Vehicle complexity is increasing dramatically with new and advanced safety equipment, sensors, computers and materials being introduced each year. For appraisers, finding the repair procedures needed to write an accurate estimate can be time consuming, and because information is often contained in multiple, disparate locations, the potential for mistakes exists. To address these challenges, CCC
South Carolina, Rhode Island Bills Target Steering
Opponents say legislation could raise costs for consumers; supporters say it will empower consumers with choice and level the business playing field.
ASRW Online Attendee Registration Now Live
Online attendee registration for ASRW-CARS-NACE is now live, and for a limited time only, all past attendees of ASRW are encouraged to redeem an exclusive registration discount not available anywhere else. Register now to receive: • $10 Expo Pass (reg. $25) • $250 all-access Super Pass (reg. $355) This discount is NOT available to the
ASA Calls on State Farm to Prove Benefit of Pilot Program from Repairer Perspective
Association states that if State Farm is unable to demonstrate benefits of parts program to repairers, the program should not move forward.
American Insurance Association Urges Veto of ‘Reckless’ Auto Body Legislation
Association says H.B. 7782A would allow body shops to unilaterally set rates and sue insurers that do not agree to pay a shop’s rates and related repair costs.
Quality Parts Coalition’s Affordable PARTS Act Gains Additional Sponsors
Congressmen endorse H.R. 3889 to “protect availability of affordable auto repair parts for American car owners.”