Earning OEM certifications can boost a shop's bottom line if management chooses the right ones and avoids missteps to maximize their return on investment.

The Fed maintained its projection of two potential rate cuts by the end of 2025, but revised its economic outlook, projecting higher inflation and unemployment rates.

CIF's Annual Donor Program provides crucial recurring funding for the foundation’s mission to “Answer the Call” when collision repair professionals are impacted by disasters.

Dirt and contaminants in refinish jobs lead to rework, costing shops a lot in additional paint and materials, energy, lost production revenue and employee retention.

One software seller is working with salvage operators, as another hardware maker from Europe plans its U.S. entry.

The sponsor expo will showcase products and services relevant to technical education, and a networking event will be held at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery.

City Side Auto Body will move into a nearly 10,000-square-foot building to expand its services, including collision repair.

“Providing students with access to current technology is imperative to their success when they join the workforce,” said Melissa Marscin, CREF’s director of operations and impact.