Failure to Train Techs Could Lead to Heavy Consequences
In the February issue of BodyShop Business, Editor Jason Stahl discusses a recent $22.8 million court verdict over a faulty tire repair that got him wondering if similar lawsuits are on the horizon for the collision repair industry.
Web Presence Management: Keywords Are Key to Making Your Website Search-Friendly
Poor website design leads to poor search rankings. Here are some common mistakes.
‘USA Today’ Cites Maaco as Indicator of Economic Growth
Driven Brands Chairman and CEO Ken Walker and Maaco franchisee Steve Keel of Catonsville, Md., were featured in a recent USA Today cover story. Small businesses – which create an outsize share of jobs – appear to be launching and expanding again, the article said.
3M Sweepstakes to Award Instant Prizes, Chance to Win VIP NASCAR Prize Packages
3M says its professional refinish products now come with a special bonus inside: a chance to win great prizes and a dream NASCAR experience in the 3M Automotive Aftermarket “Your Ticket to the Track” sweepstakes.
I-CAR Appoints National MSO Manager and South Central Regional Manager
I-CAR, the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair, has announced that Doug Schlueter has been named national MSO manager. Rene Rodarte has been appointed as Schlueter’s successor as south central regional manager.
WMABA Initiates Labor Rate Survey for Virginia, Maryland and D.C.
CSi Complete is conducting an independent labor rate survey on behalf of the Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association (WMABA).
California Groups Spar Over Language Equating Aftermarket Crash Parts with OEM
California collision repair, OEM and consumer groups recently issued a joint statement to California legislators expressing opposition to any legislation that considers non-OEM crash parts as the functional equivalent of OEM parts. The California/Nevada/Arizona Automotive Wholesalers Association (CAWA) has called the statement a “new and bolder attack” on the automotive aftermarket.
ASRW Issues Call for Presentations for 2012 Conference Program
Comprised of the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) and the Congress of Automotive Repair & Service (CARS), ASRW is scheduled for Oct. 10-13 at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, La.
State Farm Settles Two Lawsuits in One Week with Gunder’s
Gunder’s “pounding the rock” results in State Farm settling two lawsuits he filed on behalf of customers for not paying for what he deemed recommended and necessary repair procedures.
Sherwin-Williams A-Plus Network Adds Social Media Marketing Services
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes A-Plus Network has announced a new affiliation with Admin Concepts, Inc., of Richmond, Va., to offer social media management services to its collision repairer facility members.