UYL Color Named One of Nation’s Fastest-Growing Inner City Businesses
The Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) announced that UYL Color Supply has made the 2018 Inner City 100 list of the fastest-growing inner city businesses in America, based on revenue growth.
Mitchell Industry Trends Report: Photo-Based Estimating Seeing Exponential Growth
Mitchell data shows a tenfold increase in insurer-administrated photo-based estimating from 2016 to 2017, with a corresponding drop in staff field inspections.
Steck Shaper Kit Brings Deformed Parts Back to Original Shape
The Steck Panel Shaper Kit (20046) is an air-hammer-driven set that consists of three self-lubricating, nylon-reinforced heads that allow technicians to reach deep areas and bring deformed parts back to their original shape.
SEM Introduces OEM-Matched Coating for Automotive Trim Components
Named for its exemplary qualities, Trim Black Ultra provides a spray gun-like application and finish, fast coverage, adhesion to a multitude of substrates, and superior UV resistance, according to the company.
Honda Milestone: 25 Million U.S.-Built Vehicles
Honda on Feb. 28 built its 25 millionth automobile in the United States, a 2018 Accord produced at the Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio.
Aftermarket Parts, Glued Roof ‘Flunk’ Crashworthiness Test Commissioned by Todd Tracy
Insurance companies “pressure and downright bully” collision repairers into using cheaper aftermarket crash parts. Now, attorney Todd Tracy says, there’s scientific data to prove that insurers are putting profits over safety when they push non-OEM parts.
New Smartphone-Based Driving Risk Score Detects Drivers Who Are 13 Times More Likely to Crash
Milliman Inc., a Seattle-based consulting and actuarial firm, announced that it has created a driving “risk score,” with the help of tech startup Zendrive.
Technical: Plastic Repair – Are You Getting Your Money’s Worth?
To get your money’s worth on plastic repairs, you need to communicate your goals and train to maintain consistency and quality.
General Motors Uses Humor to Educate Consumers About Importance of Original Collision Parts
GM has also added new and updated content to its website, including collision repair position statements on several issues, including the use of aftermarket, salvaged or used parts.
Property Damage Appraisers Announce Results One Year After Launch of PDA Xpress
PDA announces it is committing to reducing the promised cycle time from three hours to two and a half.