Connecticut Group Pledges Four Vehicles to Recycled Rides
The Connecticut Collision Repair Specialists Association (CCRS), a member of the National Auto Body Council (NABC), is partnering with two Connecticut non-profits: Hands On Hartford and New Haven Home Recovery, Inc., as part of NABC’s Recycled Rides program. The CCRS Community Awareness Committee leads the project, with members of CCRS repairing and donating four recycled
Sterling Autobody to Use ALLDATA in All Locations
Sterling Autobody Centers Inc. announced today that it has signed an agreement with ALLDATA that will place ALLDATA collision and mechanical repair data in each of its 60-plus locations. “We’re excited to bring ALLDATA’s comprehensive repair data into the Sterling network," said Nick Notte, Sterling’s president. “ALLDATA information, along with that of I-CAR, Tech-COR and
Recycled Rides Shifts into High Gear for 2009
The National Auto Body Council’s (NABC) Recycled Rides – a vehicle donation program aimed at improving the image of the industry – has shifted into high gear with body shops, insurers and vendors ready to serve families and service organizations throughout the country. The kind of reliable transportation a family receives from Recycled Rides can
Accident Scene Advanced Training Hosted by 911 Collision
Industry supporters came together to deliver state of the art emergency extrication training to more than 125 emergency service personnel in Las Vegas the week of June 1. 911 Collision Centers, Kent Automotive and Hertz Local Edition hosted the event with Progressive Insurance, Nationwide Insurance and Green Leaf Recyclers providing vehicles. With advancements in vehicle
‘Cash for Clunkers’ Bill Moves to Senate
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the "Cash for Clunkers” bill on Tuesday, sending the legislation to the Senate. The $4-billion bill would provide consumers with cash vouchers to purchase new, more fuel-efficient vehicles after getting rid of less-efficient “clunkers.” To be eligible, the bill states a “clunker” must get 18 mpg or less in
Collision Industry Foundation Welcomes New Board Members
Jim Muse, vice president of business development for FinishMaster, Inc., and Chuck Mayne, OEM manager – the Americas for AkzoNobel Car Refinishes, have been elected to the board of trustees of the Collision Industry Foundation (CIF). “We’re pleased to welcome Jim and Chuck to the board. Both men come from companies that promote a
Cash for Clunkers Gaining Support
“Cash for Clunkers” legislation has gained traction on Capitol Hill as competing bills in the House have been consolidated and moved out of committee. The White House and the House Energy and Commerce Committee reached an agreement on proposed legislation, which now moves to the full House for consideration. "’Cash for clunkers’ is a common-sense
Cash for Clunkers Gaining Support
“Cash for Clunkers” legislation has gained traction on Capitol Hill as competing bills in the House have been consolidated and moved out of committee. The White House and the House Energy and Commerce Committee reached an agreement on proposed legislation, which now moves to the full House for consideration. "’Cash for clunkers’ is a common-sense
AAIA Claims Cash for Clunkers Would Hurt Low-Income Families
The Fight Cash for Clunkers organization claims that the Cash for Clunkers bill (click HERE to read more) would prematurely destroy vehicles and their parts and components, limiting low- and middle-income families’ access to used vehicles. “Cash for Clunkers may sound good at first, but when you take a closer look, it is clear that
Illinois Shop Donates Repaired Vehicle to Needy Family
All Line CARSTAR in Bolingbrook, Ill., recently held a ceremony to deliver a restored 2004 Saturn Vue to the Earley family, as part of the nationwide Recycled Rides program coordinated by the National Auto Body Council (NABC). The Earley family includes matriarch Debra, her daughters Jadia, Jatundra and Jasmine, granddaughter Delilah and her elderly