Chief Launches LaserLock Live Mapping System
Chief Automotive Technologies introduced its LaserLock live mapping system at last week’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Chief’s LaserLock system includes a new laser scanner with out-of-level measuring capabilities; 45 targets and a wide range of attachments; a lockable, portable workstation equipped with dual flat screen monitors, computer and color printers; and Chief software.
National Auto Body Council Gifts Four Recycled Rides at SEMA Show
Four Las Vegas families in need receive refurbished vehicles during annual giveaway; local charity receives donated van.
Connecticut-Based Shop Hosts Free Emergency Extrication Training for Local First Responders
Pete’s CARSTAR, located in South Windsor, Conn., offered complimentary training through the FREE program.
ASA-Midwest to Host Roundtable Discussion and Little Rock Chapter Kickoff in December
ASA-Midwest will host its Automotive Service Industry Roundtable and Little Rock Chapter Kickoff on Tuesday, Dec. 3. The event will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Shorty Small’s, located at 11100 N. Rodney Parham Road in Little Rock, Ark. Sheri Hamilton, executive director for ASA-Midwest, will facilitate discussion about the issues collision repairers
Collision Repairers Discuss Insurer-Mandated Parts Programs at CIC
Heated discussion at SEMA Show centered on repairers’ desire for choice in the market versus a forced solution.
Caliber Collision Acquires Denver-Based MSO
Acquisition of nine Global Collision locations brings total number of Caliber shops to 13 in Colorado, 157 nationwide.
BASF Unveils West Coast Customs Vehicle at 2013 SEMA Show
Custom-painted 2013 Scion FR-S presented to Ryan Friedlinghaus’ son as birthday gift.
Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Two New Centers in Maryland
Total shop count now at nine in Maryland and 216 nationwide.
MAACO Acquires Seven Southeastern Stores
Sprayglo Auto Refinishing and Body Repair includes locations in Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi and Florida.
South Carolina Collision Repairer Writes State Farm CEO on Claims Delays
David Montanaro of Coastal Collision Works claims State Farm is creating an “administrative nightmare” for his shop because he is not on Select Service.
3M Body Protection System Earns Top Honors in SEMA New Products Showcase Awards
The Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) has announced that 3M’s Body Protection System earned top honors in the Collision Repair and Refinish Product category of the New Products Showcase Awards. The 3M Body Protection System helps painters spray low viscosity textured finishes with fine, medium, coarse and splattered patterns. The overall system includes the 3M
Ford Selects Assured Performance for National Body Shop Program
Program to focus on ensuring shops have appropriate training and equipment to properly repair vehicles according to OEM standards.