CIC Meeting Highlights EPA, Trade Practices, Technical Info
Over 250 participants gathered alongside the Northeast trade show on Thursday, March 17, at the Meadowlands in New Jersey for the spring Collision Industry Conference (CIC) meeting. The meeting showcased many of the current industry issues and highlighted others through several special presentations and panel discussions. The Governmental Committee invited guest speaker was Ms. Deborah
MAACO Names Yodel Preferred Vendor for Local Online Advertising Needs for Franchisees
Yodle, specialist in local online advertising, announced that it has been chosen by MAACO Collision Repair and Auto Paining as the exclusive preferred local online marketing vendor for all MAACO franchisees. This announcement is the culmination of a yearlong pilot conducted by MAACO corporate and now opens the door for all 400-plus MAACO franchisees in
Transtar Autobody Technologies Announces Organizational Changes
Transtar announced organizational changes in several departments. “These additions and promotions within our R&D, EHS, Marketing and IT departments will help increase our efficiency and output of top quality products to the marketplace,” said Charlie Fuqua, President of Transtar Autobody Technologies. Transtar expanded its R&D department with the addition of Ehi Izirein as formulation chemist.
Matrix System Announces Sponsorship with Inception Motorsports
Matrix System Automotive Finishes announced that it is one of the associate sponsors for Inception Motorsports and David Stremme, driver of the No. 30 Inception Chevrolet during the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS). The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series is considered one of the highest levels of motorsports competition in the world, and the
Sign Up Now for the 2011 BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show
The 2011 BodyShop Business Conference – Strategies for Success is combining a great location, knowledgeable presenters and exciting exhibitors to give repairers a full day of experiences sure to leave them enlightened and inspired. The conference, slated for Thursday, May 5 at the Pheasant Run Resort in Lake Charles, Ill., will feature a full day
CCC ONE Total Repair Platform, UpdatePromise.com Announce Integration
CCC Information Services Inc. today has integrated its CCC ONE Total Repair Platform workflow solution with the automatic status update messaging services of UpdatePromise.com. UpdatePromise.com keeps repair customers informed of repair status by automatically sending messages via text, e-mail or both. "With more than 70 percent of adult cell phone customers now using text messaging,
Collision Shop Participants in 2010 Recycled Rides Ride-Away Day Event Saw Great Media Coverage
The more than 100 collision repair facilities that participated in the National Auto Body Council’s (NABC) Recycled Rides program that gifted vehicles to families and service organizations in need did so out of the kindness of their hearts. But they did receive a fringe benefit: getting quality media exposure for their businesses. Much of the
Atlas Copco Compressors Names New General Manager for U.S. Operations
Atlas Copco Compressors has named Andrew Walker general manager for U.S. operations, with headquarters in Rock Hill, S.C., effective March 1. Walker succeeded Paul Hense, who leaves for a new position within the Atlas Copco Airpower Division after nearly four years in the U.S. as general manager, overseeing several acquisitions and new building projects during
Chi-cago, Chi-cago!
How does the song go? “Chi-cago, Chi-cago, that toddlin’ town…” Judging from the response so far to the 2011 BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show – Strategies for Success, it seems that people are just as excited as I am that this year’s event is in Chicago – St. Charles, Ill., to be specific. One
Capturing the Job by Closing the Sale
Reader’s Choice question: “With the current economy, how would you address the importance of capturing the job during the repair estimate? With volume down and shop efficiency increasing, what are the main issues we need to focus on to increase sales?” – Mark Levell, marketing director, Precision Collision Auto Body, Seattle, Wash.