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 Jan. 25.

OEM Repair Procedures: The New Normal

Due to sophisticated electronics and exotic materials in vehicles today, following OEM repair procedures should become a way of life for repairers.

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DCR Systems Launches Licensing Model

Keeler Motor Car Company in Latham, N.Y., is the first company to sign a licensing agreement that provides access to DCR Systems’ full turnkey operating model.

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VIDEO: Rocker Panel SMART Repair with U-POL Premium Aerosols

Dan Reutter, technical specialist with U-POL, demonstrates a SMART repair on a rocker panel using only a handful of U-POL’s Premium Aerosols.

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Study Indicates Auto Insurers Unfairly Profited During COVID-19

The US Public Interest Research Group reported that some consumers did not receive a refund or rate cut from auto insurers in 2020 when COVID-19 hit despite driving significantly less.

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VIDEO: Hall Buick GMC Excels with Evercoat Products

Mark Smith of Hall Buick GMC discusses the success his shop has had using Evercoat’s OPTEX product line.

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CCG Acquires Square One Systems, Coyote Vision Group

For over 40 years, Square One Systems has delivered effective solutions to collision repairers centered around analytics, collaboration and accountability.

Certified Collision Group, Inc., (CCG) announced it has acquired Square One Systems and Coyote Vision Group. 

“CCG is excited to welcome Square One and the Coyote Vision Group to our portfolio," said Michelle Sullivan, CEO of CCG. "Square One has demonstrated over 40 years of innovative leadership in delivering effective solutions centered around analytics, collaboration and accountability. Performance-driven groups enhance top-performing, like-minded operators, ultimately elevating the entire industry. We are delighted to continue supporting Coyote Vision Group and Square One Performance group members as they optimize business performance, seize opportunities and foster community growth."

Keene Auto Body: Since 1928

Ensio Piispanen immigrated from Finland to the U.S. and founded Keene Auto Body in 1928.

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A recap of the top five stories on bodyshopbusiness.com during the week of April 15.

Crash Champions Appoints Industry Veteran to Board of Directors

Barrett Callaghan brings two decades of industry experience to Crash Champions from Shift Technology and CCC Intelligent Solutions.

Marine Corps Veteran Joins Maaco Family

Quincy Land, owner of the newly opened Maaco in O’Fallon, has 20 years of dedicated service as a gunnery sergeant in the Marine Corps.

I-CAR Recognizes Industry Excellence with Chairman’s Awards Presentation

Collision repair leaders Lou DiLisio, Nick Notte, Tim O’Day and Ford Motor Company honored for outstanding contributions.