eBay Launches New Purchase Protections for Auto Parts
Shoppers can now look for the green “Fits” compatibility checkmark on select parts and accessories listings to gauge whether the part will fit their vehicle.

Parts Procurement During COVID-19
During COVID-19, we’ve evaluated every aspect of our business, including parts procurement.

Podcast to Focus on Changing Face of Collision Supply Chain
Chris Daglis of PARTnered Solutions and Chad Counselman of All Auto Recalls are inviting the collision repair industry to a free podcast on the automotive recycling world April 27 at 6 p.m. EST.
Australian SaaS Provider Infomedia Launches Online Parts-Ordering System for Fiat Chrysler Dealers and Body Shops
Microcat Auto PartsBridge (APB) will support Fiat Chrysler’s certified wholesale parts program, which is designed to make Fiat Chrysler dealerships more competitive against aftermarket parts suppliers.

Michigan State Senator Introduces Parts Procurement Bill
Michigan Senate Bill 291 would prohibit insurers from requiring body shops to use specific vendors for parts.

Find Parts in Seconds with New Parts Detect App
Parts Detect provides a platform for finding the parts and products you need instantly by location, warranty, quantity and availability.

Hyundai Lawsuit Against Rydell Chevrolet Over ‘Gray-Market Parts’ Moves Forward
Hyundai alleges that Rydell is selling gray-market parts – likely intended for use in Hyundai vehicles in other countries and possibly even counterfeit – as “Genuine OEM Parts.”

Ford Adds New Parts to Collision Parts Truckload Program
List prices on those parts, the additions of which include parts for the F-series, Focus, Fusion, Mustang and Explorer vehicle lines, have been reduced by an average of 15 percent.
There’s Gold on Those Shelves
You only need what you need, when you need it. Why pay for something to sit? So get organized and clear out your parts sheds and shelves.

Michigan TV Station Report Highlights Body Shops’ Federal Lawsuit, Questionable Parts
The shops are alleging that at the time they are used, the parts are deformed and often unsafe, putting their credibility on the line.
Australian Motorsport Great Tapped to Promote Original Parts
Five-time Australian Touring Car champion and six-time Bathurst 1000 winner Mark Skaife OAM will raise awareness of the importance of using genuine parts in collision and general repairs as the “Genuine Is Best” ambassador.
Quality Parts Coalition Launches National Education Campaign
QPC will bring its campaign of promoting alternative parts to consumers to county fairs and regional fall festivals in Illinois, New York, Ohio and Texas.