Nationwide Labor Rate Survey Now Available Online
Body shops can now conduct their own labor rate surveys at www.variableratesystem.com.
H&V Colonie Location Receives Volkswagen Certification
H&V Collision Centers’ location in Colonie, N.Y., has been certified as a Volkswagen Certified Collision Repair Center. The shop received the Volkswagen certification after meeting various requirements and standards set forth by the OEM to ensure the highest level of service for Volkswagen customers. Those standards and requirements met by H&V include adherence to Volkswagen’s
LDC Equipment Relocates to New Facility
LDC Equipment has announced that it will relocate into a new facility in Puyallup, Wash. The new location will enable the company to provide a new training center for Northwest-based collision repair companies. According to the company, the facility will be equipped with the latest welding, measuring, clamping and holding equipment, which will be provided
Assured Performance Partners with Sherwin-Williams A-Plus Network to Offer Rebate Rewards
Member shops in A-Plus program will now be able to access Assured Performance’s OEM parts rebate program.
CAPA Crash Testing Requirements Address Industry Concerns About Aftermarket Part Safety
Non-profit organization says CAPA 501 Bumper Parts Standard based on true and comparative testing of aftermarket part to OEM counterpart.
Web-Est to Distribute PDR-Software
Estimating platform for paintless dent repair professionals includes OEM part pricing, R&I labor times.
AASP-MN to Host ‘Estimating Best Practices’ Seminar
Mike Anderson of Collision Advice will teach attendees a systematic approach to making sure all “not included” items are included in the repair plan.
Executive Interview: Axalta Coating Systems
Top executives at Axalta Coating Systems (formerly DuPont Performance Coatings) discuss their name change, global strategy and predictions for the collision repair industry.
Chief Automotive Releases 2013 Training Schedule
Includes nearly 100 sessions covering the latest structural repair analysis and repair practices.
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