Top 5 Stories of the Week

Top 5 Stories of the Week

A recap of the top five stories on bodyshopbusiness.com during the week of July 10.

Texas Jury Awards State Farm Policyholder $277,000

A Rusk County District Court found that State Farm had knowingly or intentionally engaged in unfair and deceptive acts or practices regarding a policyholder’s hail damage claim. 

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Independent Auto Repairers, Automakers Strike Major Right-to-Repair Pact

Organizations representing the country’s independent automotive repairers, collision repair experts and leading automakers have inked a landmark agreement on automotive right-to-repair.

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Survey: More Body Shops Being Paid for Seat Belt Inspections

Shops are increasingly billing for — and being paid for — seat belt inspections, according to the latest “Who Pays for What?” survey.

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Are Modern Cars with ADAS Really Safer?

Studies suggest that ADAS technologies can significantly reduce the likelihood of accidents and injuries on the road.

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Body Bangin’: Lucid Collision Repair with Jake Rodenroth

Micki Woods interviews Jake Rodenroth of Lucid Motors on what differentiates the automaker’s repair program from others.

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BASF to Recognize Five Talented Individuals with Awards at SEMA

Whether the award is for making a car look great using BASF products or encouraging the next generation of talent, BASF will recognize the best of the best.

BASF announced it will be awarding five talented collision professionals with special awards at the SEMA Show Oct. 31-Nov. 3 in Las Vegas. Whether the award is for making a car look great using BASF products or encouraging the next generation of talent, BASF will recognize the best of the best.

Valley Collision-Mesa in Arizona Joins 1Collision

1Collision has announced the addition of Valley Collision-Mesa in Arizona to its nationwide network.

URG, Team PRP Sponsor NABC FREE Program

United Recyclers Group and Team PRP will be presenting sponsors of the NABC F.R.E.E. program at the IIHS Vehicle Research Center Oct. 10 and 12.

ASE Education Foundation Board Chair Delivers Welcome Message

Trey Michael has released an official statement to the automotive industry as he accepts his new position as chair of the ASE Education Foundation for 2023.

Kent Automotive Named Exclusive Distributor of 4Plastic Repair

Kent Automotive has been named the exclusive distributor of 4Plastic supplies and tools in the U.S. and Canada. 

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SEMA Launches New Award for Best Engineered Vehicle

The SEMA Best Engineered Vehicle of the Year Award will honor and celebrate a build that demonstrates quality engineering throughout the entire vehicle.

CIF Announces asTech as Repeat Annual Donor

The CIF announced that asTech has committed again to its Annual Donor Program.

Matt Ebert of Crash Champions to Lead 2023 MSO Symposium

Matt Ebert, founder and CEO of Crash Champions, will emcee the 2023 MSO Symposium Oct. 30 in Las Vegas.

Classic Collision Enters Virginia

Classic Collision has announced six new closings with the acquisition of Elite Auto Body Group in Virginia.