AkzoNobel, Hot Rod Builder Dave Kindig Introduce Modern Classikk, a New Custom Line of Automotive Paints
AkzoNobel has announced the launch of Modern Classikk, a new custom color line of automotive paints designed in partnership with Dave Kindig, hot rod builder and host of the popular show “Bitchin’ Rides.”
Axalta Congratulates Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport on a Winning Formula One Season
Axalta Coating Systems congratulates Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport on winning the 2017 FIA Formula One World Constructors’ Championship – secured after the US Grand Prix on Oct. 22 – and driver Lewis Hamilton on clinching the 2017 FIA Formula One World Drivers’ Championship at the Mexican Grand Prix on Oct. 29.
AirPro Diagnostics Introduces New ‘U-Scan’ Option
The new “U-Scan” feature from AirPro Diagnostics gives shops the added benefit to use the AirPro OEM-compliant scan tool independently to perform their own basic pre- and post-repair scans while at the same time having one-click on-demand access to AirPro’s remote ASE-certified technicians to perform advanced diagnostics, calibrations and module programming.
AkzoNobel Launches Digital Tool for Vehicle Refinish Customers
Unveiled at the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, AkzoNobel said the new Carbeat digital tool can help body shops save time and money.
BASF Launches Color Ideation at SEMA Show
More than 20 custom car builders attended the invitation-only event hosted by Paul Czornij, BASF head of design.
3M Automotive Aftermarket Division Holds Silent Auction Featuring Custom-Painted Hoods from Leading Vehicle Painters
3M Automotive Aftermarket Division and the Collision Repair Education Foundation are auctioning off custom-painted hoods designed by leading painters from around the world to benefit the 3M Hire our Heroes program.
CCC Introduces Open, Integrated Solution for Collision Repair Diagnostic Scanning
CCC Information Services (CCC) announced it will provide an interface into its CCC ONE Platform (CCC ONE) to enable any vehicle diagnostics provider to share scanning results with repair shops and insurers who use CCC repair workflow tools.
OEC and R.O. Writer Announce Software Integration
OEConnection (OEC) has announced integration capabilities between RepairLink, a solution for OE parts ecommerce and sourcing for repair shops, and R.O. Writer shop management software.
Polyvance Releases New Video on Nitro Fuzer Line of Welders
A new video from Polyvance highlights the features and benefits of its lineup of nitrogen plastic welders.
How Blue Can You Get? PPG Expects More Blue Vehicles on the Road
PPG has unveiled its automotive color trends and data, citing blue as the fastest-growing color for automobiles across the world.
Axalta to Debut Cromax EZ on Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Last NASCAR Cup Series Car at 2017 SEMA Show
Not only will SEMA Show attendees be able to check out Axalta’s latest waterborne offering for the refinish market, they’ll be able to see Dale Earnhardt Jr. at the Axalta booth no. 22391 from 1-3 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 2.
PPG Collision Center Certification Training Courses Keep Technicians up to Date
PPG has announced its schedule of paint technician certification classes for the remainder of the 2017 calendar year.
