Back to Basics: Financials
Gross profit percentage, breakeven point, accrual accounting…these are all things you need to understand to get ahead and stay ahead in our rapidly changing industry.
ABPA Says Aftermarket Bumper Outperformed Ford Counterpart in Lab Crash Test
A laboratory crash test performed in December 2010 by MGA Research Corporation determined that an aftermarket bumper reinforcement bar outperformed its original equipment supplied (OES) equivalent, the Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) announced. The trial involved sled-testing a pair of 2007 Ford Mustangs into a front-end barrier at 5 mph (the same test presented by
CARSTAR Execs Predict Continued Tough Times in 2011
The collision repair industry is not out of the woods yet, according to CARSTAR executives who recently talked to the press about their expectations for 2011. Still, they’re maintaining a sense of optimism due to market conditions they feel will play right into their hand. Those market conditions make up what CARSTAR CEO Dick Cross
Fix Auto Canada to Use Mitchell RepairCenter Across Entire Network
Mitchell International, Inc., announced that Fix Auto Canada, one of the largest collision repair networks in Canada, has selected Mitchell RepairCenter for use across its entire organization of 200 franchise centers. Using RepairCenter as its primary business management solution provides Fix Auto facilities with a comprehensive suite of tools to help them manage the repair,
N.Y. Bill Lays Out Broad New Estimate Requirements
A bill introduced in the New York Senate, S. 1949, would extend to repairers a broad range of new requirements for estimates. The bill, which its authors say is meant to curb "unnecessary car repairs," would impose extensive and detailed requirements upon repairers, requiring them to disclose more detailed information about labor charges on estimates
MPI Selects Mitchell TechAdvisor for OEM Collision Repair Data
Mitchell International, Inc., announced that Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) — one of Canada’s largest insurers — has selected Mitchell TechAdvisor for its source of real-time collision repair reference data for all of its service centres. Mitchell’s comprehensive online portal will give MPI estimators access to industry-leading OEM repair procedures along with the latest parts prices
Ready to Punch In
Hide all the sharp tools and anything that produces a flame – Jason Stahl is suiting up for collision work. You heard me right. From February 7 to 11, I will be punching in at the crack of dawn at Nagy’s Collision Centers in Northeastern Ohio as a temporary employee. My only hope is that no
Back to Basics: Damage Analysis
Supplements are a waste of time. We need to learn how to write a complete repair blueprint to reduce supplements and cycle time.
Back to Basics: Damage Analysis
Supplements are a waste of time. We need to learn how to write a complete repair blueprint to reduce supplements and cycle time.
Auto Body Frame Machine Purchasing Tips
Frame machines come in all shapes, sizes and capabilities. The more you know about them, the better buying decisions you can make.
