Top 5 Stories of the Week - BodyShop Business

Top 5 Stories of the Week

A recap of the top five stories on bodyshopbusiness.com during the week of May 8.

CARSTAR Owner Opens Two Locations in New Jersey

CARSTAR has announced the opening of CARSTAR Proline Auto Body of Pinebrook and CARSTAR Proline Body & Chassis in New Jersey.

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Report: Private Equity More Committed to Collision Than Ever

Private equity firms continue to invest more and more capital with implications for MSOs and single shops that cannot be ignored.

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ABPA Opposes Texas Crash Parts Bill

The ABPA believes Texas Senate Bill 1083 will adversely affect Texas drivers as it would establish a 36-month restriction against the use of alternative parts when OEM repair procedures are mandated.

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Shhh! Let’s Not Talk About Money!

Why is money a taboo subject among collision repairers, especially when it comes to financial planning?

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NABC Donates Recycled Rides to Two San Antonio Veterans

The NABC, along with USAA and Caliber Collision, recently donated refurbished vehicles to two female San Antonio veterans.

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New ProColor Collision Body Shop Opens in Escondido, Calif.

ProColor Collision announced it has opened a new location in Escondido, Calif., to serve the greater San Diego area.

Wren’s Collision Group Acquires 13th Collision Repair Center

The privately owned MSO announced it has acquired Brian’s Paint & Body, a two-location MSO in the metro Atlanta market.

Focus Advisors Represents Vinart in Sale to VIVE Collision

Focus Advisors said it is seeing increasing interest by successful dealership owners to sell their body shops and enter services agreements.

AASP/NJ to Host Auto Body Laws and Regulations Seminar

One of New Jersey’s top automotive attorneys will provide an overview on how to develop a strong contract to protect your shop and customers.

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Classic Collision Adds New Location in Home State of Georgia

Classic Collision has announced the acquisition of Wright One Paint & Body in Augusta, Ga.

Consolidator Report

Consolidation news from the week of May 29.

VIVE Collision Acquires Vinart Collision Center

VIVE Collision announced it has successfully completed the acquisition of Vinart Collision Center from the Vinart family of automobile dealerships. 

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Association news from the week of May 29.