‘Connected CARS’: Automotive Service Association Holds Conference Focusing on Vehicle Technology
The Automotive Service Association’s inaugural “Connected CARS” conference provided attendees an in-depth look at the technical aspects of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
Ask the Expert: How to Deal with Defective Parts
The insurer wants us to return defective parts that we warned them from the beginning may not fit as good as the originals. Are we obligated to do this?
Alamo Body and Paint Opens Second Location in Shertz, Texas
With the acquisition of Auto Collision Works, Alamo Body and Paint will open its second location in Schertz, Texas, on May 22, 2017.
Newly Formed MITA Collision Acquires Harrington Body Shop in Maryland
Harrington, the first shop under the MITA Collision umbrella, “will serve as the core of the company’s overall growth footprint,” the company said.
Service King Expands to Sacramento, Continues Steady California Growth
With the acquisition of Gamboa’s Body and Frame, Service King expands its northern California footprint to 12 collision repair centers serving customers in the San Francisco, San Jose and Sacramento areas.
J.D. Power: Erie Insurance Ranks Highest in Customer Experience Among Auto Insurers
Erie Insurance ranks highest among auto insurers in providing a satisfying purchase experience, according to the J.D. Power 2017 U.S. Insurance Shopping Study. Progressive didn’t do quite so well.
Repairify, Inc., Parent Company of asTech, Expands Again
This month, the company will open its new 21,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility featuring a dedicated training and research area along with expanded space for additional master technicians.
CARSTAR Reports Record First Quarter, Discusses Growth Plans
CARSTAR North America posted a nearly 15 percent year-over-year increase in sales for first-quarter 2017, the company reported.
asTech Appoints Chief Technology Officer, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development
Repairify, maker of the asTech diagnostic scan tool, recently announced the addition of Frank Terlep as chief technology officer and Todd Balan as senior vice president of corporate development, respectively.
Florida Pneumatic Acquires Jiffy Air Tool
Company says the Jiffy brand is a valuable addition to the Universal Tool and AIRCAT brands that are well established in the general industrial sector and the automotive aftermarket.
