Sell That Job!
More often than not, your estimators don’t want to sell because they view selling as an unsavory activity. But there is a professional, effective way to go about it that could
lead to a higher close ratio.
Riding the Waterborne Wave
BodyShop Business Editor Jason Stahl and Managing Editor Hannah Schiffman visited Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Corp. in Warrensville Heights, Ohio, on July 22 to test out the company’s new line of AWX waterborne paints and learn about the company’s efforts to help shops comply with new low-VOC emission regulations cropping up in the United States and
Progressive to Gain from Drop in Driving
Progressive Corp., the third-largest auto insurer in the United States, expects to cash in as consumers cut back their driving in response to record-high gas prices and the sluggish economy. In the first four months of 2008, Americans drove 20 billion fewer miles – 2.1 percent less – than last year, according to the Federal
Mercury Insurance Group Ordered to Pay $250,000 Settlement for California Violations
California Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner today announced a quarter-million dollar settlement with Mercury Insurance Group for alleged claims handling violations. "It’s vital that insurance companies put their customers first," Poizner said. "I’m pleased that Mercury has agreed to this settlement, which demonstrates that claims handling violations will not be tolerated in California. Mercury recently announced
Database Enhancement Gateway Surpasses 500 Inquiries in 6 Months
The Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) today announced that it has surpassed one of its first major milestones by processing over 500 inquiries in just over six months of operation. If the volume of inquiries remains consistent, the first two quarters indicate that the DEG will likely process over 1,000 inquiries by the end of year
LaFontaine Automotive Group Goes Green With PPG Waterborne Refinish System
The LaFontaine Automotive Group, headquartered in Highland, Mich., has announced that it has converted from a solvent-based system to PPG Envirobase High Performance waterborne basecoat for vehicle paint repairs. The transition is part of an overall LaFontaine initiative to sell, service and repair vehicles in an environmentally-friendly way. The company is one of the first
Spot-On
Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) offers many advantages over MIG welding. But there are pitfalls to watch out for, which I have painfully experienced myself so you don’t have to.
Quincy Compressor Acquires Air Perfection
Quincy Compressor Inc., a manufacturer of reciprocating and rotary screw air compressors, has acquired Air Perfection, a privately-held company. Air Perfection distributes the full-line of Quincy Compressor products and is located in Dixon, Calif., northeast of San Francisco. Air Perfection is the first Quincy Compressor company store and will continue to operate under its own
Take Pride in Paint Prep
Every botched job I see reminds me of the lack of pride some techs and painters have in their work. Having a plan and following your paint system’s handbook goes a long way toward avoiding such disasters.
Latest Mitchell Report Focuses on Five Industry-Changing Trends
Mitchell International today released the second quarter 2008 edition of its Industry Trends Report (ITR), the company’s quarterly publication that highlights industry-related trends, news items and statistics. This edition’s Quarterly Feature, “5 Trends That Will Change Our Industry,” by Greg Horn, Mitchell’s vice president of Industry Relations, provides a candid look at how current movements