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Washington State Legislature Passes Appraisal Clause Bill
Bill requires auto insurance policies to have appraisal provision to resolve disputes. Washington State Senate Bill 5721 (SB 5721), which passed its final legislative hurdle on April 22, requires all automobile insurance policies that include first-party physical damage coverage to include an appraisal provision to help resolve disputes between insurers and policyholders regarding vehicle damage […]
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SkillsUSA National Signing Day to Honor Students Entering Skilled Trades on May 6
SkillsUSA will host its National Signing Day on May 6 to recognize thousands of students nationwide who are committing to careers in skilled trades, as the country continues to face a significant skills gap. The event will take place at hundreds of schools across more than 25 states, where students will sign letters of intent […]
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June Proclaimed Automotive Service Professionals Month
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has designated June 2025 as Automotive Service Professionals Month (ASPM). ASE encourages industry members to use Automotive Service Professionals Month as an opportunity to show appreciation for service professionals and host recognition events, special programs and other celebrations. In recognition of ASPM, ASE has developed a commemorative […]
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Crash Champions Recognized for Veteran Employment
VETS Indexes announced that Crash Champions has received the Recognized Employer Award in the 2025 VETS Indexes Employer Awards program. This honor stems from the organization’s strong commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing, and supporting veterans and the military-connected community. “Crash Champions has demonstrated outstanding support for veterans and the military-connected community, earning the Recognized […]
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AkzoNobel Launches Vehicle Refinish Roadshow Across Europe
AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes is launching a multi-country roadshow across Europe starting today in Madrid, Spain. The From Start to Refinish: The Productivity Drive 2025 initiative will visit 12 countries across major European markets with approximately 40 stops, concluding in the United Kingdom on June 26. The roadshow will showcase the company’s newest products, including the […]
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Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Increase in the First Half of April
Prices up 4.3% at mid-month versus last year. Index at highest level since fall of 2023. Wholesale used-vehicle prices on a mix-, mileage-, and seasonally adjusted basis rose sharply from March in the first 15 days of April. In a bit of good news for the collision repair industry, the mid-month Manheim Used Vehicle Value […]
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Classic Collision Acquires 5 Repair Centers in Mississippi, Alabama
Classic Collision, LLC announced the acquisitions of Lones Body Shop in Huntsville, Ala. and Steed’s Collision Center in Miss. Steed’s Collision Center operates repair facilities in Biloxi, Ocean Springs, and Vancleave, known for its expert technicians, cutting-edge equipment, and commitment to restoring vehicles to factory standards. Certified by Tesla and I-CAR Gold Class, the company […]
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Quality Collision Group Acquires 3-Shop MSO in Virginia
Quality Collision Group (QCG) announced the acquisition of three Bruce’s Super Body Shops with locations in Williamsburg and Richmond, Va. With this acquisition, QCG will have 92 shops spread across the country. Founded in 1978, Bruce’s Super Body Shops has built a legacy of excellence, consistently providing high-quality repairs across their three locations “Bringing Bruce’s […]
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Admiral Group to Sell Elephant Insurance Company to J.C. Flowers
Admiral Group plc announced today that it has entered into an agreement to sell its U.S. auto insurance business, including Elephant Insurance Company and Elephant Insurance Services, to J.C. Flowers & Co., a global private investment firm dedicated to investing in the financial services industry, for an undisclosed sum. The transaction is subject to regulatory […]
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Caliber Partners with U.S. Army PaYS Program to Support Transitioning Service Members
Caliber, the automotive repair company operating Caliber Collision and Caliber Auto Glass, has joined the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) Program. The partnership was formalized at a signing ceremony on April 3. The PaYS Program connects soldiers leaving military service with potential civilian employment opportunities, guaranteeing job interviews with participating companies. This partnership […]
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