1Collision Network Expands into Michigan
The new addition to the Network, Butler’s Collision, is located in Roseville, Mich.
Michigan Governor Vetoes Aftermarket Parts Bill
The bill authors included new language that would limit the use of aftermarket parts by mandating that an aftermarket part would have to be verified by a nationally recognized automotive parts-testing agency.
Gerber Collision & Glass Opens New Repair Location in Michigan
The center previously operated as part of the Seelye Ford car dealership.
Auto Care Association Urging Members to Take Action Against Michigan Aftermarket Parts Bill
Association is “extremely concerned with the bill author’s intent to restrict the vehicle repair community’s access to the broad range of non-OEM parts.”
Michigan and Maine Continue to Reign as Most and Least Expensive States for Car Insurance
The ranking found Maine remains the cheapest state in the country for the second year in a row with an average annual policy price of $807, while Michigan is the most expensive state with an average rate annual premium of $2,738.
FinishMaster Acquires Johnson Michigan Automotive & Industrial Coatings
This acquisition strengthens FinishMaster’s footprint in eastern and central Michigan and expands operations in the industrial segment in this market.
ASA Testifies Before Michigan Senate on Parts Procurement Bill
“Insurance companies should not be mandating the use of a specific software, technology or vendor for purchasing parts,” ASA President/Executive Director Dan Risley said.
Team PRP Adds Michigan Auto Recycler to Nationwide Network
Schram Auto Parts first opened in the early 1920s and has remained a family-owned business and is now headed by the fourth generation of family members.
Michigan TV Station Report Highlights Body Shops’ Federal Lawsuit, Questionable Parts
The shops are alleging that at the time they are used, the parts are deformed and often unsafe, putting their credibility on the line.
Axalta to Host Award-Winning Students from Mexico for Michigan Plant Internship
The students, Victor Arellanes and Juan Carlos Zarate, are winners of the Axalta Mexico Science Award.