Congress Again Considers Cash for Clunkers Program
Congress is again considering a “Cash for Clunkers” bill that would offer assistance in buying new, more fuel-efficient vehicles. Earlier this year, funding for the Cash for Clunkers program was removed from the economic stimulus bill. H.B. 1550, the Consumer Assistance to Recycle and Save (CARS) Act, was recently introduced by Rep. Betty Sutton (D-OH).
Congress Again Considers Cash for Clunkers Program
Congress is again considering a “Cash for Clunkers” bill that would offer assistance in buying new, more fuel-efficient vehicles. Earlier this year, funding for the Cash for Clunkers program was removed from the economic stimulus bill. H.B. 1550, the Consumer Assistance to Recycle and Save (CARS) Act, was recently introduced by Rep. Betty Sutton (D-OH).
READER’S CHOICE: Attracting New Talent
“How do we draw more technicians into this business? We’re making less profit and doing more work for the insurance companies. The insurance companies are going to force themselves into a situation where they won’t have qualified shops.” – Bob Showers, body shop manager, Bentley Pontiac-GMC, Huntsville, Ala.
2009 SCRS Meeting to Help Repairers Adapt to Changing Industry
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has scheduled its 2009 annual meeting for Tuesday, April 21 at the Marriott Hartford Downtown in Hartford, Conn., in conjunciton with the Collision Industry Conference. The gathering will feature a full slate of events emphasizing the strategies repairers can use to survive and thrive in an evolving industry.
2009 Recycled Rides Registration Deadline is April 15
The National Auto Body Council’s (NABC) Recycled Rides – a vehicle donation event meant improve the image of the industry – is gearing up for its third year with the goal of donating more vehicles to working poor families. All segments of the industry assist collision repair shops in this unique program, which has a
‘Cash for Clunkers’ Could Be Resurrected This Spring
Although funding for the “Cash for Clunkers” program was removed from the Economic Stimulus bill passed by Congress last week, congressional supporters have vowed to include the provision in another piece of legislation, possibly an energy bill slated for debate this spring. The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) said it will continue to oppose the
‘Cash for Clunkers’ Could Be Resurrected this Spring
Although funding for the “Cash for Clunkers” program was removed from the Economic Stimulus bill passed by Congress last week, congressional supporters have vowed to include the provision in another piece of legislation, possibly an energy bill, slated for debate this spring. The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) said it will continue to oppose the
Nick Notte Named President of Sterling Autobody Centers
Sterling Autobody – a wholly owned subsidiary of Allstate Non-Insurance Holdings, Inc., a subsidiary of The Allstate Corporation –announced that Nick Notte has been named president of Sterling Autobody Centers. As president, Notte will be responsible for overseeing operations for Sterling’s network of 60 autobody stores in 16 states and eight metropolitan locations. Notte replaces
SCRS Hires New Executive Director
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has hired Aaron Schulenburg as its executive director, filling the position left vacant by Dan Risley in August. The SCRS believes Schulenburg’s combined experience in collision repair businesses, associations and interindustry relations will be a great asset for the association and its affiliates. Schulenburg currently serves as the
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