CARSTAR Vendor Partners Host Interactive Expo for CARSTAR Franchise Partners
During the Momentum 2018 CARSTAR Conference in Calgary, Alberta, CARSTAR’s vendor partners hosted a trade show that gave franchise partners the opportunity to explore the latest collision repair technologies, solutions and resources offered through the CARSTAR program.
5 Biggest Body Shop Trends for Success
In the pages of “The Secrets of America’s Greatest Body Shops,” five trends for body shop success were revealed. Now, we go in depth on the biggest opportunities for independent collision repairers to differentiate themselves from the competition.
Mitchell, AirPro Diagnostics Announce Strategic Integration Agreement
Mitchell International, Inc., has signed a strategic integration and joint marketing agreement with AirPro Diagnostics, LLC, to integrate AirPro’s collision diagnostics solutions with the Mitchell Diagnostics System.
AirPro Diagnostics Launches Mobile FieldPro Device
The FieldPro is a pocket-sized scan tool that serves as a wireless link between a damaged vehicle and the insurance field appraiser and, after connecting to the vehicle, quickly downloads a list of modules along with any and all corresponding DTC codes.
AASP/MA Rallies Members Against Damaged Recycled Parts
AASP/MA is urging Massachusetts collision repairers to file complaints with the state’s Auto Damage Appraiser Licensing Board (ADALB) when they receive original insurance estimates that include damaged recycled parts.
SkillsUSA Ohio State Championships: Photo Gallery
On April 24-25, more than 5,000 students, parents, exhibitors, judges and coordinators converged on the Greater Columbus Convention Center for the SkillsUSA Ohio State Championships.
CARSTAR Opens More than 30 New Stores in First Quarter
CARSTAR facilities feature state-of-the-art repair equipment, expert painting, towing assistance, vehicle pickup and delivery, and a nationwide warranty, according to the company.
Mitchell Issues First-Quarter 2018 Industry Trends Report
The auto physical damage edition of the report provides insights on the adoption of artificial intelligence and the importance of proper and safe repairs.
Independent Automotive Damage Appraisers ‘GAS CAPP’ Program Aims to Simplify Permitting Process for Shops
To simplify the permitting, licensing and certification process and make it easier for body shops all over the country to stay in compliance, RecsLock recently entered into a partnership with the Independent Automotive Damage Appraisers (IADA) Association.
Collision Safety Consultants Adds Eight New Locations
Billy Walkowiak, founder and CEO of Collision Safety Consultants, announced the opening of eight new locations.
