Reginald R. Modlin Named Keynote Speaker for I-CAR Inter-Industry Conference
I-CAR has announced that Chrysler Group LLC’s director of regulatory affairs, Reginald R. Modlin, will serve as keynote speaker during its Inter-Industry Conference, schedule for July 24-25 in Boston. He will focus on the topics of CAFE compliance and impact on vehicle design, specifically lightweighting. As director of regulatory affairs, Modlin is responsible for all
Axalta Coating Systems Receives Daimler Trucks North America Masters of Quality Award
Company receives award fourth year in a row.
CIC Standards Committee Announces 2013 Objectives and New Chairs
After seven years, standards work within CIC to conclude in November.
Infiniti Launches Complimentary Towing Service
Infiniti owners can get vehicle transported from accident scene to Infiniti Certified Collision Repair Facility within 50-mile radius.
I-CAR July Conference to Focus on Evolving Vehicle Technologies
“Driving Excellence…In Technology: The Changing World of Vehicle Technology & What it Means to You” scheduled for July 24-25 in Boston.
Mitchell Releases Industry Trend Report for Second Quarter 2013
Mitchell has announced the availability of its Industry Trends Report (ITR) for the second quarter of 2013. The report presents expert insight into evolving industry regulation and current events, and leverages Mitchell’s data sets to track inflationary trends in parts use. Mitchell’s quarterly publication has served the auto physical damage, collision and casualty industries for
Ford Adds 38 New Parts to Collision Parts Truckload Program
Automaker states that program helps them compete against aftermarket parts and other parts specified by insurers.
Spot Welding
Vehicles today and the advanced metals they’re made of are making a stronger and stronger case for owning an inverter spot welder. Soon, it could be a necessary tool for all shops seeking to do OEM-recommended repairs.
U.S. Legislation Introduces Aftermarket Parts Act
Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade and Sales Act of 2013 (PARTS) would reduce exclusivity period of OEM patents for parts from 14 to 2.5 years.
I-CAR Responds to Letter from Collision Industry Associations
Training organization firmly states that OEM procedures are “the industry standard for complete and safe repairs.”