ASA of Ohio and Centerline CARSTAR Collision to Host Scan Tool Workshop April 6
In the 90-minute workshop, titled “Why and When to Pull Diagnostic Trouble Codes,” Jake Rodenroth of Collision Diagnostic Services will explain to collision repairers how to best utilize the latest scanning technology.
CARSTAR Action of Cleveland, Ohio, Undergoes Expansion
CARSTAR Action added 6,000 square feet of space to its already existing body shop, creating a new paint area to increase its production capabilities.
Ohio Court of Appeals Denies Class Certification to Four Independent Body Shops in Progressive Suit
The body shops sued Progressive in state court, seeking damages “for parts and labor” and declaratory relief that would require Progressive “to indemnify” the body shops “from any liability arising from their compliance with [Progressive’s] restrictions.”
Ohio Investing $15 Million in Autonomous Vehicle Corridor
Called the Smart Mobility Corridor, the stretch of road will be outfitted with high-capacity fiber optic cable that will provide data on self-driving vehicle operations.
Spray Finishing Technology Workshop to be Held in Toledo, Ohio
Topics include equipment types and selection; equipment set-up, operation and maintenance; surface preparation and defect analysis; material selection; and safety and regulatory concerns.
Ohio Body Shop to Donate to Catholic Charity for Every Deer Hit They Repair in November
Using the slogan “Hit a buck, and we will donate some doe,” Feasel’s Frame & Collision will also be giving customers T-shirts that read, “Certified Road Hunter.”
Collision Technician Symposium to Take Place Oct. 22nd in Columbus, Ohio
Event will include presentations on pre- and post-repair scanning, OE certification, critical welding techniques for today’s vehicles and more.
Fred Martin Collision Center Named ‘Best Body Shop’ in Akron-Canton, Ohio
This marks the third year in a row that the shop has been voted the Akron-Canton HOT LIST Best Body Shop.
Ohio Body Shop Helps Customer Win Aftermarket Parts Case Against Grange Insurance
Small claims court ruled that Grange does not have the right to use aftermarket parts for third-party claimants who have lease contracts that state “repairs are to be completed using genuine manufacturer’s replacement parts.”
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Honors PPG Manufacturing Facility
The facility earned a Gold Level Encouraging Environmental Excellence (E3) Award, which recognizes an organization’s exceptional achievements in, and ongoing commitment to, environmental stewardship.
