(Not) Stuck on You: Plastic Parts Repairs
Unfortunately, when it comes to plastic parts repairs, many techs have experienced failures and would rather perform a procedure they are successful at: replacing the part.
A Case for Competition: OEMs vs. A/M Parts
A/M crash parts were once the collision industry’s best-kept secret — until insurers discovered them. When the tables turned, so did repairers allegiance to A/M parts. But where would the industry be if only OEMs supplied replacement crash parts?
Aftermarket Crash Parts vs. OE
Some people view the aftermarket crash parts vs. OE parts debate as a war, with the sides being the collision repair industry (wearing the armor of the OEMs) battling the insurance
industry (sporting aftermarket armor).
LKQ Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Uni-Select
LKQ says Uni-Select’s North American automotive refinish paint and mechanical parts distribution operations will complement their existing footprint.
OEC Announces RepairLink Integration with Protractor
OEC has successfully launched an integration between its RepairLink mechanical parts ordering platform and Protractor Management Platform for Auto & Tire Shops.
OEC to Provide Mazda with RepairLink Technology
OEConnection LLC (OEC) announced it will provide Mazda North American Operations with RepairLink, a mechanical parts sourcing technology.
Vehicle Measuring: It’s a Whole New World
Measuring a vehicle is more important today than it ever has been.
Reader’s Choice: What Does the Future Look Like for EVs?
What is the future for EVs, what can shops expect, what are the pros and cons, and what must we do to prepare?
Top 5 Stories of the Week
A recap of the top five stories on bodyshopbusiness.com during the week of Feb. 27.
Measuring Today’s Vehicles
As vehicle construction advances, it’s more important than ever to return a vehicle structure as close as possible to factory specs.
