Consolidator Report

Consolidator Report

Consolidation news from the week of Nov. 13.

Classic Collision Reaches 250 Locations

Classic Collision announced the acquisition of three Colorado shops: Vintage Autoworks & Collision, Body’s by Brown and Northern Colorado Auto Reconditioning.

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Caliber’s Technician Program Graduates 1,000 Apprentices

Caliber’s Technician Apprenticeship Program (TAP) has recently achieved a significant milestone by graduating 1,000 apprentices, with an additional 2,000 currently enrolled.

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Maaco Convention Celebrates Top Award Winners

At the first night of the 2023 Maaco Convention, Maaco honored those franchise partners who excelled in key performance categories.

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Crash Champions Expands in Washington

Crash Champions has announced continued expansion across the state of Washington with the acquisition of Queen City Auto Rebuild.

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ProColor Collision Expands in California

ProColor Collision continues its growth in California with its newest location in Sun Valley, ProColor Collision Sun Valley.

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AkzoNobel Announces New Business Development Manager

Brian Martin has joined AkzoNobel’s Automotive & Specialty Coatings division as business development manager for North America.

AkzoNobel announced that Brian Martin has joined its Automotive & Specialty Coatings division as business development manager for North America. Martin reports directly to Dan Carranza, sales director, Automotive & Specialty Coatings — USA and Mexico.

“AkzoNobel is committed to attracting top talent, and we are thrilled to have Brian on board,” said Carranza. “Brian’s depth of experience and knowledge in the industry will add a tremendous amount of value to our business.”

Longtime Family Collision Repair Business Joins Forces with CARSTAR

JC Auto Rebuilders of Rockford, Ill., has rebranded as CARSTAR Team JC Auto Rebuilders.

Lee’s Auto Body: Established in 1916

Lee’s Auto Body was established in 1916 in Long Island City, N.Y., by Lee Heimuller, a blacksmith.

ProColor Collision Network Expands in California

ProColor Collision Baldwin Park is owned by Ruben Jandres, who has more than 10 years of experience in collision and nearly 20 years in automotive.

Mike Anderson Makes Successful Debut at NORTHEAST Show

Anderson’s main message was: Being successful tomorrow is dependent upon what one does today.

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ASE to Offer Free Webinar on Pros and Cons of Aftermarket Sheet Metal

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