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Shops Using Downtime Advantageously During COVID-19 Crisis
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskAs the U.S. strives to prevent the spread of COVID-19, most states have instituted some version of a shelter-in-place order.
CDCR Auto Body Graduate First in State Program to Achieve I-CAR Platinum Status
Written by Victoria Antonelli
From 2012 to 2018, New Hampshire native Dan Miller, 46, served time at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
CCC Analyst Forecasts Impact of COVID-19 on Collision Repair Industry
Trying to figure out what the long-term impact of COVID-19 will be to the automotive, insurance and collision repair industries is literally impossible.
Shops Cautioned Tough Economy Could Spur More Counterfeit Parts, Pirated Software
The economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic is likely to be felt worldwide, and that has law enforcement bracing for almost inevitable uptick in crime, including illegal business activity.
CCG Shares Body Shop Advice & “Best Practices” During Coronavirus Restrictions
When the news first broke about the pandemic, the leadership team at Certified Collision Group (CCG) recognized the importance of finding ways to support their network of 446 independent body shops.
Special Edition April CIECAst Focuses on How Collision Industry is Addressing Challenges Created by the Coronavirus
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskCIECA on April 6 hosted a special edition of its monthly CIECAst webinar, “How Our Industry is Addressing Challenges Created by the Coronavirus.”
How to Deal with Disgruntled Customers During Trying Times
I was in a body shop, back in the old days when you didn’t have to stay 6 to 10 feet away from people or wear masks or keep using the word “surreal.”
ASA Colorado Shares Ideas to Help Shops Survive During the COVID-19 Crisis
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskASA Colorado hosted a Facebook Live panel, “Surviving During the COVID-19 Outbreak.”
How and Where to Focus During COVID-19 Restrictions
Like many businesses during this unprecedented time, National AutoBody Research is increasing communication with our collision center customers to remind them we are open for business and are here to support them every way we can.
Family Tragedy Turns into Miracle for Body Shop Family
If you’ve ever been in the Minneapolis area, you’ve likely heard of Schoonover Bodyworks and Glass in Shoreview, MN, which recently celebrated its 82nd anniversary.
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Collision Industry Business Leaders Help Chart Your Course Through the Coronavirus Pandemic
Autobody News recently reached out to leaders in the collision repair industry to find out how they are best managing the inevitable interruptions to “business as usual” during the current coronavirus restrictions.
ATI Shares Top Five Ways to Thrive During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskThe Automotive Training Institute (ATI) on March 24 interrupted its regularly scheduled webinar series to share valuable information related to the current pandemic, “Top 5 Ways to Thrive During the COVID-19 Outbreak."
U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter Discusses COVID-19 and Stimulus During ASA Briefing
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskASA hosted a briefing March 31 to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic, its impact on the automotive repair industry and the $2 trillion stimulus package, signed into law March 27.
AASP-MN and Shop Marketing Pros Present Discussion How to Market Shops During a Crisis
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskShop Marketing Pros and AASP-MN on March 25 presented a free webinar, “How Do I Market My Shop in a Crisis?”