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 June 24.

New Trends Report Highlights Vehicles with Higher Claim Frequencies

Higher claim severities, rising risky driving behavior by Gen Z, longer claims processes and more are detailed in the LexisNexis Risk Solutions report.

Read more here.

Vehicle Technology: The Ugly Truth About ADAS

The ugly truth about ADAS is that it is here to stay — and repairers will need to either embrace it or get into another line of business.

Read more here.

Volvo Cars Starts Production of Fully Electric EX90 SUV

The EX90 is based on Volvo’s next generation, born-electric EV technology base, with a fully electric range of up to 300 miles.

Read more here.

NABC Donates Recycled Ride to U.S. Navy Veteran at Wreck Week

The NABC, Allstate and Texas Collision Centers donated a refurbished vehicle to disabled U.S. Navy veteran Demi Sims during Wreck Week June 21-22 in Fort Worth, Texas.

Read more here.

EV Safety Basics on the Shop Floor – Part II

As long as you follow the EV guidelines, you’re going to have to use the proper PPE and insulated tools.

Watch here.

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Classic Collision Opens First Location in Mississippi

Classic Collision has announced the acquisition of Milestone Collision & Glass in Nesbit, Miss.

Classic Collision has announced the acquisition of Milestone Collision & Glass in Nesbit, Miss.

For years, Milestone Collision & Glass has provided top-quality repairs to DeSoto County and the surrounding area.

“Our company vision was to help people return to their everyday lives with peace of mind, and I know the Classic Family will continue that vision," said Chip Anderson, former owner of Milestone Collision & Glass. "We look forward to being part of Classic’s growth into Mississippi."

I-CAR Releases 2023 Impact Report

The report highlights key achievements, initiatives and reinvestments funded by I-CAR’s Industry Impact Fund.

Automotive Specialty Equipment Sales Grow to $52.3 Billion

Automotive specialty equipment sales increased about 1% over 2022, according to the newly released 2024 SEMA Market Report.

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New CCC Crash Report Highlights Impact of Severe Weather on Collision Industry

Severe weather events, particularly hurricanes and convective storms,
have forced the auto insurance and repair industries to adapt to an unpredictable future.

WIN Scholarship Campaign Raises Nearly $10K to Support Collision Repair Education

WIN’s 2024 scholarship fundraiser walk and donations programs raised $9,670 in additional monies to support the record 30 student scholarships WIN recently presented.

Classic Collision Opens First Locations in Kentucky and Ohio

Classic Collision has announced the acquisition of four locations in Kentucky, Ohio and Virginia.

Eustis Body Shop Joins Rivian Certified Collision Network

Eustis Body Shop’s Amber Hill location in Lincoln, Neb., is now capable of repairing all aspects of a Rivian vehicle, including the structural and battery components.