Collision Industry Veteran Starts Website Development Site for Repairers
David Moore says body shops can now build their own websites quickly, affordably and easily with the help of experts.
PPG Offers Middle School Students Inside Look at Auto Refinish
PPG representatives went to Hudson Middle School in Hudson, Ohio, on Oct. 19 to educate eighth graders on automotive refinish color and technology.
CARSTAR Announces National Partnership with iPods for Wounded Veterans
Charity donates iPods, iPads, eReaders to service members in recovery.
ASRW 2012 Deemed ‘Solid Event’
Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW) reports that 2012 was a solid event for industry professionals, with well-attended key events, compelling education and a world-class trade show floor. ASRW featured 237 exhibiting companies, with 43 new exhibitors and 16,652 attendees. “By all standards and measurements, ASRW 2012 was a successful event,” stated Ron Pyle, ASA
VeriFacts Automotive Names Douglas Irish Senior Vice President, Operations
In his new position, Irish will be responsible for day-to-day operations, product planning and development.
Matrix System Continues ‘Counting Cars’ Sponsorship
Matrix System Automotive Finishes has announced its continued sponsorship and support for the second season of the History Channel’s hit reality TV show, "Counting Cars." "Counting Cars," which is a spinoff of "Pawn Stars," is filmed in Las Vegas and features the daily activities at Count’s Kustoms, an automobile and motorcycle restoration and customization company
BASF to Host Restyled Vehicles and Celebrity Autograph Sessions at SEMA Show
BASF Automotive Refinish Solutions will unveil restyled vehicles, host autograph sessions and prize drawings, and display the latest in custom color technology at booth 21455 at the 2012 SEMA Show, Oct. 30 to Nov. 2 in Las Vegas. During the show, BASF will display vehicles featuring its Glasurit and R-M waterborne paint systems.
Team PRP Adds Brown’s Auto Salvage to Network
Addition brings national independent auto recycler network’s membership to 127 stores.
Bob Keith Named ‘Outstanding Alumnus’ by Southeast Community College
Omaha, Neb., body shop owner displays heavy involvement, dedication in the industry.
CARSTAR Launches New Website
CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts, North America’s largest multi-shop operator (MSO), has recently launched a completely new website – www.CARSTAR.com. The site has been designed to serve consumers looking for a quality body shop, for independent shop owners who are considering joining CARSTAR, and insurance professionals. The new site’s navigation and map-driven Store Locator