CARSTAR Creators Share Stories of Success, Challenges
Lirel Holt took the stage at the 2019 CARSTAR Conference with Sam Mercanti and current CARSTAR President Michael Macaluso to share stories about their journey together.
Plan for the Future to Be Ready for Tomorrow’s Challenges
Don’t let the future smack you upside the head when it comes roaring through your front door. Address it now, prepare yourself and be the market leader you’ve always wanted to be.
HD Repair Forum Highlights Challenges, Opportunities in Heavy-Duty Collision Repair
The event focused on shops and/or providers that specialize in or are committed to the repair of collision-damaged heavy-duty trucks.
Technical: Carbon Fiber – More Challenges on the Horizon
Automakers are continually turning to lighter materials to hit government fuel efficiency standards. That’s why we may see more carbon fiber in the future.
PPG Restoration Seminars Address Challenges Facing Custom Car Builders
Comprehensive instruction during the seminar covered surface preparation and the selection and proper use of the PPG undercoats, topcoats and clearcoats available for different types of restoration projects.
Mississippi Collision Repairer Challenges State Farm Over Vehicle Scan
A Mississippi body shop owner claims that State Farm is refusing to pay for a pre- and post-repair scan of a 2012 Chrysler van, despite acknowledging that Mopar says it must be done.
Insurance Company CEO Challenges Auto Industry to Make Cars Safer
Good2Go Auto Insurance Company CEO Joe DeLago argues that automakers are actually encouraging distracted driving by creating dashboards with smartphone features and Wi-Fi capability.
Report Finds Self-Driving Cars May Create Long-Term Challenges for Auto Insurers
Report notes that once self-driving cars are mainstream, accident frequency will fall sharply, translating into significantly lower premiums and lower profits for auto insurers.
New ASA Executive Vice President Talks PartsTrader, Other Challenges Facing Industry
Former SCRS Executive Director Dan Risley says numerous roles over 24-year collision career will help him in his new job.
Florida Body Shop Owner Challenges GEICO’s 10-Percent OE Parts Discount with Survey
Collision Concepts Owner Eddie Quintela says none of the more than two dozen shop owners and managers he surveyed offer the discount.