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 Aug. 9.

Classic Collision Acquires Prestigious Auto Body & Paint

Classic Collision, LLC announced its newest acquisition of two Prestigious Auto Body & Painting locations in California.

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CAR Coalition Welcomes CarParts.com as Newest Member

The CAR Coalition has been actively advocating for federal action to protect consumer rights and choices in the post-collision auto repair market.

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MIG Brazing: Basics, Beliefs and Benefits

MIG brazing reduces the heat, which is why more and more automakers are recommending it in their repair procedures.

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HD Repair Forum Releases Agenda Details

Highlights of the two-day program include presentations from Daimler, Bendix, IMMI, 3M and several other collision industry leaders.

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Toyota Debuts Mobile Collision Assistance Service

Collision Assistance, available within the Toyota and Lexus mobile app, offers guided instructions to help drivers navigate a post-collision repair process.

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Dent Wizard Hires New Senior VP of Strategic Growth & Development

Adrian Gonzalez will be charged with driving growth through mergers and acquisitions.

Dent Wizard International announced that it recently hired Adrian Gonzalez as senior vice president of strategic growth and development.

In his new role, Gonzalez will work with Vice President Terry Koebbe, Director of Acquisition Integration Thomas Rutherford, and Real Estate Specialist Kacie Mink to drive growth through mergers and acquisitions, as well as implement a systematic approach to real estate and fixed shop operations. Gonzalez will report to Dent Wizard CFO Bryan Wynn.

CCC Report Analyzes Labor Pressures, Vehicle Complexity

Report shows advanced technology is contributing to costlier repairs, higher claims costs and longer cycle times.

Crash Champions Continues Steady Expansion Across Idaho

Crash Champions has announced the acquisition of Hoffman Auto Body in Boise, Idaho.

NABC Donates Recycled Ride to Tucson, Ariz. Family

The NABC, Allstate, Maaco and  Meineke Car Care recently donated a refurbished vehicle to a deserving Tucson, Ariz.-area mom.

ASE Practice Tests Available Online

ASE is encouraging those pursuing certification to take the official practice tests as part of their test preparation process.

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Corby’s Collision Center: Since 1942

Bentley (Bud) and Evelyn Corby started Corby’s in a little gas station in Honeoye Falls, N.Y.

CIF Announces Enterprise as Repeat Annual Donor

Enterprise has donated for the fourth consecutive time at the Urgent Care (second highest) tier.

NABC Donates Recycled Ride to Central Georgia Mom

The NAB), GEICO and Five Star Collision Center-Wimbish recently donated a refurbished vehicle to a deserving mother of four.

NABC Donates Recycled Rides at NORTHEAST Show

The NABC, GEICO, Mountain View Auto and Collision Center of New Jersey donated two refurbished vehicles at the recent NORTHEAST Show.