New Industry Forum at ASRW to Explore Certified Collision Repair, Shop Diversity
Content has been announced for the new Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW) Industry Forum and Reception, scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 10, from 5-8 p.m. at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The forum will conclude the first day of education at ASRW 2010, featuring the NACE and CARS events taking place Oct.
17 Caliber Collision Shops Recognized by CCAR
The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR) announced that 17 Caliber Collision Center locations in California and Texas have received the “GreenLink Shop” recognition. The shops are: • Caliber Collision-Alvin, Alvin, Texas • Caliber Collision-Cavender, San Antonio, Texas • Caliber Collision-Central Plano, Plano, Texas • Caliber Collision-Clear Lake, Houston, Texas • Caliber Collision-Colleyville, Colleyville, Texas
Diamond Standard Considering Domestic Plant Dedicated to Alternative Radiator Supports
A meeting on alternative parts and parts testing and to address concerns over substandard parts between Congresswoman Jackie Speier, Congressman Steve Cohen and Michael O’Neal, president of Diamond Standard Parts was held July 20 on Capitol Hill. During the discussion, a sidebar question was initiated by Speier: "What do we need to do to get
I-CAR Bringing Technology Showcase and Professional Development Event to ASRW
I-CAR will return to Automotive Service Repair Week (ASRW) this year and offer an extended training schedule, including the premiere of an all-new I-CAR course, along with events on the show floor throughout the week and interactive sessions with I-CAR experts. ASRW includes the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE), the Congress of Automotive Repair
AMI Announces 2010-2011 Board of Trustees Officers
The Automotive Management Institute (AMI) has announced the recently elected board of trustees officers for 2010-2011: Tony Passwater, Chair Tony Passwater, president of AEII, has worked in the collision industry since 1972. He comes from a third generation family in the collision repair business. During his involvement, he has worked and managed his family
New Location, Name Planned for Welcome Reception at ASRW
The third annual Automotive Service and Repair Week (ASRW) will hold an official Welcome Reception on Monday, Oct. 10, from 5:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., sponsored by CCC Information Services. Previously held near the show floor, this year’s reception will take place at rumjungle, located inside the Mandalay Bay Hotel. "This event has evolved from
CCC ONE Total Repair Platform Reaches 1,000-Location Mark
CCC Information Services Inc. announced that more than 1,000 locations have made the move to the CCC ONE Total Repair Platform. Available today with integrated estimating capabilities, the CCC ONE platform covers virtually all steps of the repair process, from estimate initiation to completion of the repair, CCC says. Ben Tavakoli, a CCC ONE workflow
Glass, Collision Reps Speak Out on Steering at NCOIL Meeting
Insurer steering was up for debate at the latest meeting of the National Conference of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) as its Property-Casualty Insurance Committee discussed a proposed Model Act Regarding Insurer Autobody Steering. Glass repair company Belron US said the legislation unfairly targets shops that have contracts with insurers, while the Automotive Service Association believes the
RealParts.com Is Newest CAA Corporate Sponsor
The California Autobody Association (CAA) and RealParts.com is CAA’s newest corporate sponsor. RealParts.com offers an online application to help shops locate recycled parts. "The CAA is very excited to partner with RealParts.com and confident that their recycled parts application will become a valuable resource to our members," said David McClune, CAA executive director. RealParts.com President
AkzoNobel Opens Nominations for 2011 ‘FIT’ Sustainability Award
AkzoNobel Car Refinishes Americas has begun accepting nominations for the collision repair industry FIT Sustainability Award. Nominations can be placed by going to www.sikkens.net. They will be accepted through November 30, 2010. This award, introduced in 2009, was launched as an innovative new program designed to complement the advancement of waterborne technology and to