An Analysis of Progressive Insurance vs. North State Custom
What North State Custom’s successful defense against a lawsuit brought by Progressive means for the collision repair industry.
AkzoNobel Achieves Third Navistar Diamond Status Recognition
AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings Americas announced that Navistar International Corporation has, for the third consecutive year, selected them to receive the Diamond Supplier Award. This acknowledgement is earned by a select number of suppliers who exceed performance expectations for quality, delivery and responsiveness; demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement; and meet warranty, pricing and strategic
CCAR Announces ‘GreenLink Shop’ Recognition for New York, Texas Facilities
CCAR has announced three auto repair facilities in New York and Texas as achieving “GreenLink Shop” recognition in May.
Hangin’ with the Pit Bulls
3M invited BSB Editor Jason Stahl to hang with “Bondo” and the rest of NASCAR driver Greg Biffle’s pit crew at the All-Star Race May 21 in Charlotte.
Hangin’ with the Pit Bulls
By Jason Stahl I had no idea that members of NASCAR pit crews were so physically fit. "One exercise we do is the equivalent of climbing straight up a 1,500-foot wall," says Mike Lingerfelt, the front tire changer for the 3M "Pit Bulls" and the No. 16 driver Greg Biffle. Lingerfelt also told me that
New ASA Board of Directors Installed During Annual Business Meeting in D.C.
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced its new board of directors, which was sworn in during the association’s annual business meeting May 9-11 in the Washington, D.C., area. Ron Nagy, AAM, Nagy’s Collision Centers, Orville, Ohio, was named chairman of ASA’s board of directors for 2011-2012. Nagy assumed the chairman’s post at the conclusion
Diamond Standard Says New Test Proves Aftermarket Parts Are Equal to OEM Parts
The Diamond Standard Parts Management Center has issued an industry paper titled, "Equivalent Bumper System Crash Pulse Performance Through the Lens of Crashworthiness & Occupant Safety Experts," to address structural aftermarket parts use. The study was conducted by MGA Research Corporation, which Diamond Standard says is "an accredited, recognized worldwide leading independent provider of automotive
ASRW Partners with Muscle Car Network of Florida
Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW) has announced a new partnership for 2011 with the Muscle Car Network of Florida. ASRW, comprised of the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) and the Congress of Automotive Repair & Service (CARS), is scheduled for Oct. 6-8 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The Muscle
ASRW Selected to Participate in International Buyer Program
Automotive Service Repair Week (ASRW) has been selected by the U.S. Department of Commerce to participate in the U.S. Commercial Service’s International Buyer Program (IBP) for 2012. This means that exhibitors will be connected to international buyers – providing leads, trade counseling and market research. ASRW 2011, comprised of the International Autobody Congress & Exposition
Sign Up Now for the 2011 BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show
The 2011 BodyShop Business Conference – Strategies for Success is combining a great location, knowledgeable presenters and exciting exhibitors to give repairers a full day of experiences sure to leave them enlightened and inspired. The conference, slated for Thursday, May 5 at the Pheasant Run Resort in Lake Charles, Ill., will feature a full day