Honda Releases Position Statement on Salvaged/Recycled Parts
American Honda has taken a stance against salvaged/recycled parts for Acura and Honda vehicles in a position statement released today. Specifically, Honda states that it recognizes the importance of recycling but "the use of salvage/recycled parts to repair collision-damaged vehicles raises serious concerns about quality, suitability, safety and warranty." The position statement goes on to
Col-Met Spray Booths Expands Distribution Into Mexico
Col-Met Spray Booths has expanded its reach into Mexico and select Latin American countries since Q4 2007. The company says that since last year’s hiring of Manuel Diaz-Marta to be its Latin America sales manager, its initiative to grow and enhance its distribution capabilities in Mexico and Latin America has met with great success. Col-Met
Archie Manning to Keynote NACE
The Automotive Service Association, sponsor of the recently created Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW) as well as the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) and the Congress of Automotive Repair & Service (CARS), has announced that Archie Manning, All-American quarterback and NFL MVP, will be the 2008 keynote speaker at the Opening General Session
Second-Year Terms in Full Swing for NACE Event and Council Chairs
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) and the 2008 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) today announced that Darrell Amberson, the current ASA Collision Division Director, has once again accepted the appointment as the 2008 Event Chairman, which includes serving as chairman of the 20-plus member NACE Attendee Advisory Council. Returning as the exhibitor advisory council
AASP/NJ Unveils New NORTHEAST 2009 Trade Show Web Site
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ), the state’s largest association of collision and mechanical repairers, has unveiled a new Web site (www.aaspnjnortheast.com) for its flagship event, the NORTHEAST 2009 trade show at the Meadowlands Exposition Center (MEC). NORTHEAST 2009 will take place March 20-22, 2009 at the MEC in Secaucus, New
ASA Honors Member Achievements at “Celebration of Excellence”
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) held its annual “Celebration of Excellence” May 3 at the Hyatt Regency in Santa Clara, Calif. The special awards dinner honors the achievements of ASA members and its industry partners. Bill Haas, AAM, ASA’s vice president of education and training, hosted the program, which opened with the introduction of ASA’s
Used Airbags Should Be Deflated
OEMs don’t recommend using recycled or used airbags. And you assume all liability. With those things in mind, I can’t in good conscience use them myself.
Nebraska Autobody Association is Newest SCRS Affiliate Association
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced that the Nebraska Autobody Association (NABA), a statewide trade association promoting excellence in the art and science of collision repair, has enrolled as its newest affiliate association. The NABA, which is comprised of approximately 350 body shops, auto body suppliers, auto body educational institutions and
NORTHEAST Automotive Trade Show Moves to Meadowlands for 2009
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) announced late last month that it would be moving its 32nd annual NORTHEAST Automotive Trade Show to the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, N.J. AASP/NJ President Tom Elder explains the move and the high expectations AASP/NJ has for the 2009 show in the following Q
Tom Perry Promoted to President of U.S. Chemical & Plastics
U.S. Chemical & Plastics, a division of Alco Industries and a leader in repair, refinish, appearance and maintenance products for the automotive aftermarket, promoted 24-year industry veteran Tom Perry to president. Perry was formerly vice president, sales & marketing and is replacing the preceding president, Wade Bowman. “Alco is committed to having high-quality management and