Fix Auto USA Is First Franchise to Commit to VeriFacts VQ Repair Process Certification
VeriFacts Automotive announced that Fix Auto USA has committed to VeriFacts VQ certification across its franchise facilities. The performance-based collision repair organization is the first franchise MSO to fully adopt the third-party verification program, according to VeriFacts. The VeriFacts VQ Program assists shops with identifying and inspecting all shop equipment related to a structural repair.
ASRW’s MSO Symposium Has Sold-Out Audience
The first Multi-Shop Operator (MSO) Symposium was held Thursday during Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW) to a sold-out crowd of 150. The day-long event that took place at the Orange County Convention Center featured educational sessions specific to MSOs, a lunch presentation and an evening networking reception. "The MSO Symposium was one of the
Should I Be an MSO?
I tried opening a second shop more than 20 years ago and failed, but I learned a lot from that failure and am a better businessman today for it. With the MSO model taking off, I’m looking once again at adding another store.
CARSTAR Leadership Discusses Consolidation, MSO Trend
After wrapping up their annual conference Sept. 24-27 in Seattle, Wash., that hosted nearly 400 insurers, vendors and franchisees, the leadership of CARSTAR stated in a recent teleconference their belief that consolidation and the MSO trends in the collision repair industry remain strong. "Industry consolidation is continuing, with MSOs like us adding to their networks
Educational Schedule, Structure Released for New MSO Symposium at NACE
Details surrounding the Multiple Shop Operator (MSO) Symposium – the newest event at Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW) – have been released, including educational content, speakers and the full schedule. The MSO Symposium will take place Thursday, Oct. 6, featuring an all-day program consisting of education and networking specific to MSOs. Sponsors of this
NACE Announces New Multi-Shop Operator Symposium
A new, annual event specifically for multiple shop operators (MSOs) called the MSO Symposium will make its debut at Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW) 2011. The MSO Symposium, sponsored by CCC Information Services, Toyota Wholesale Parts and DuPont Performance Coatings, will take place Thursday, Oct. 6 and will feature an all-day program consisting of
Getting on a DRP
A body shop owner wrote to me and asked how to get on a DRP. Here is the advice I gave him.
The Boyd Group-Cars Collision Deal: An Analysis
BodyShop Business Contributor Hank Nunn and a source close to the acquisition analyze what the Canada-based collision repair and glass operation’s pending purchase of Cars will mean to the industry.
Fix Auto USA Adds Five Franchise Locations in First Quarter 2011
Fix Auto USA announced the addition of five franchise locations. The company says these new locations represent Fix Auto’s expansion in the San Diego market to eight locations and the strengthening of its presence in Southern California. Fix Auto USA, which added a franchise model to network membership in January 2011, currently has 39 franchise
How to Sell Your Body Shop
So you’re thinking about selling your shop. Times are tough, and you’ve had just about enough of this crazy industry. How much is your business worth? How can you maximize its value? Read on and perhaps your retirement can be that much rosier.
