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Sherwin-Williams Ecolean University Announces Free Virtual Courses to Support Industry During COVID-19
When the COVID-19 situation was first becoming more prevalent in the U.S., Sherwin-Williams realized the importance of offering educational content to the industry.
Local Associations Discuss Impact of COVID-19 on Members and Organizations
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskCollision repair industry associations around the country may take different stances on various matters, but one shared commonality is the intent of improving the businesses of their members.
COVID-19 Introduces New Cyber Risks to Collision and Automotive Repair Shops
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskIn addition to the risk COVID-19 poses to people’s individual health, shop owners and personnel should also be aware that the global pandemic poses increased risks for cybercrime.
Body Shop Owner Triples Advertising Budget During Pandemic
Bob Juniper, owner of Three-C Body Shop, Inc. in Columbus, OH, has always been a strong believer in marketing and advertising.
10 Shops Share What They are Doing to Get Work in the Door
What steps are shops around the country taking to get work in the door? Here is a quick run-down of 10 ideas from 10 shops.
Finding Some Hopeful Bits of Good News Amid the Pandemic Fallout
It was a bleak spring for many shops, but there have been some glimmers of hope for a better summer ahead.
Professional Restorers Share Expertise on ‘Disinfecting’ Vehicles During SCRS Webinar
Until recently, body shop customers typically brought in relatively clean cars for repair.
Day Job/Night Job: Shop Manager Becomes Author/Industry Consultant
Detroit native John Stuef’s family was all-in when it came to the Motor City’s No. 1 industry.
From the Desk of Mike Anderson: Not Busy? If You’re Leading the Business, You Sure Should Be
Written by Mike AndersonWhen work slows down, shop owners need to get busy. Now isn’t the time to think there’s nothing you can do to respond to the current situation.
NY Shop Owner Opts to Close Shop During COVID-19 to Protect Employees
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskNew York has been one of the areas hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic, with more than 15,000 deaths from COVID-19.
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TX Student, Gymnast Set to be I-CAR Certified Before Senior Year of High School
Written by Victoria AntonelliAshtin Kai Nandlal first heard about the collision repair program at Kingwood Park High School from his older brother.
NEACTC Student Refurbishes Father’s Truck During Quarantine, Determined to Excel
Written by Victoria AntonelliAustin Bennett, 16, said he always had an interest in cars and trucks, but two years ago when he lost his best friend---his father---he knew he wanted to follow in his footsteps and become an auto collision technician.
CA Tech Schools Teach Virtually and Adapt to Pandemic
Every auto tech student in the country is asking the same questions, and the answers aren’t forthcoming.
Body Shop Owner Forgives Rent for 200 Tenants
A lot of body shop owners end up being landlords, and sometimes it can be a pain in the you-know-what.