Car Artist Darrell Mayabb Teams Up Again with PPG for 2012 Calendar
Darrell Mayabb, one of America’s most talented and respected automotive artists, has teamed up with PPG to create one-of-a-kind pieces for PPG Automotive Refinish. Mayabb has been designing and illustrating PPG car posters for years. Since 2007, he has also been creating the annual PPG calendars. The 2012 items will be available for purchase at
AkzoNobel Opens 2012 Most Influential Women Nominations
Nominations for the 2012 Most Influential Women in the Collision Repair Industry (MIW) awards are now being accepted by AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings Americas.
ASA Honors Member Achievements at 2011 ASRW Award Ceremonies
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) honored several of its members Thursday during the ASRW Award Ceremonies. Held in Orlando, Fla., during NACE and CARS, the annual awards event provides a platform in which the association and other industry groups may acknowledge the achievements of some of its outstanding individuals. Ron Pyle, ASA’s president and chief
ASA Unveils Redesigned Website
Reflecting the increased demand for timely and relevant industry information, member services and consumer exposure, the Automotive Service Association (ASA) recently unveiled a major redesign of its website, www.ASAshop.org. The website, originally launched in 1995, now includes a reorganized format, innovative functionality and interactive content that provides a gateway for ASA members, industry professionals and
Maaco Franchisee Receives National Recognition for Outstanding Performance
Maaco Collision Repair & Auto Painting franchisee Joseph Ambuul of Colorado Springs, Colo., was honored by the International Franchise Association (IFA) with a “Franchisee of the Year Award.” “Joe has grown his business tremendously in the past five years,” said David Lapps, president of the King of Prussia-based franchisor. “He has provided real leadership in
AMI, Partners Announce NACE, CARS Scholarship Winners
The Automotive Management Institute (AMI), in conjunction with Babcox Media, Zurich and the Automotive Service Association (ASA), announced the winners of several scholarships who will be rewarded with trips to Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW), featuring NACE and CARS, to be held in Orlando, Oct. 5-8. BodyShop Business Magazine Scholarship AMI and Babcox Media
NABC Explains Benefits of Recycled Rides Participation
Every day, the National Auto Body Council says the industry‐at‐large and the general public gets a little more familiar with the work being done as part of the its Recycled Rides program, through which NABC members refurbish donated vehicles and gift them to families in need and organizations dedicated to assisting others. The NABC says
Are Insurers Infringing Upon Consumers’ Rights in the Repair Process?
Some insurers have begun asserting that they have an “interest” in the repair. Others are “electing to repair” policyholders’ vehicles without their consent. A look at two court cases might shed some light on whether they’re in the right.
AkzoNobel Honors Most Influential Women in the Collision Repair Industry at Gala Event
The five comprise a cross section of service areas within the collision repair, from both the United States and Canada, including publishing, industry association, independent shops and multi-shop operations.
A Comprehensive Guide to Adhesives in Collision Repair
Many OEMs are now recommending the use of adhesives when bonding panels together. Here’s a look at the different kinds of adhesives on the market and the functions they serve.
