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- Toby Chess: 40-Plus Years of Service to the Industry He Loves
- Techs of the Future: Preparing & Training the Agents of Change in Future Technology
- Toby Chess Says SOPs, Industry Training & Networking are Key to Body Shops’ Future Success
- Committee Demonstrates How Same Part Can Be Described Differently
- Latest in Lawsuits Involving Shops, Insurers and an Auto Recycler
Ed Attanasio
Ed Attanasio is an automotive journalist based in San Francisco. Ed enjoys sports of all kinds and is a part time stand-up comedian.
He can be reached at era39@aol.com.
Toby Chess: 40-Plus Years of Service to the Industry He Loves
If you’ve been in the world of body shops for more than a few years, you likely know the name Toby Chess. He’s the smiling bearded guy who brings gifts to people---and no, he’s not Santa Claus.
Are You Defending Your Good Name Online?
Your reputation online is always important, but during the pandemic it’s more vital than ever.
Bay Area MSO Celebrates Two Decades of Benevolence
Since the pandemic began, many body shops have temporarily suspended the practice of giving refurbished vehicles to deserving families, and it makes sense.
CCC Photo Estimates and AI-Supported Claims Spike in Response to COVID-19
At any point, a piece of technology can go from being discretionary to essential, and in many cases, this is what’s happening now with photo estimating within the collision repair industry.
Will COVID-19 Change Your Marketing and Advertising Plans Forever?
A friend of mine who owns a body shop always swore marketing and advertising were a waste of time and money, but now he’s singing the blues.
Day Job/Night Job: Living Kidney Donor/Author Educates Children and Parents with Howl the Owl
Written by Ed Attanasio
Some people love to donate to their favorite causes and support charities and nonprofit organizations they believe in. But, what would you do if someone needed a kidney?
Diving Into the Fascinating World of Fasteners
How many bumper covers, fender liners and plastic shields are currently sitting in the middle of the road in this country?
Day Job/Night Job: Collision Writer Launches Fun Art Project in Quarantine, Now Hundreds of People Want His Pet Drawings
Written by Autobody News Staff
Ed Attanasio started our "Day Job/Night Job" column here at Autobody News in 2017, writing stories about people in the collision repair industry who have amazing sidelines and second careers as musicians, artists, authors, performers---even a technician with a world-class Frisbee dog.
WD-40® Brand Partners with Habitat for Humanity to Create Housing
As part of WD-40 Company’s ongoing effort to create homes for deserving individuals and families, WD-40® Brand donated 50 cents to Habitat for Humanity® for every 12 oz. can of WD-40® Smart Straw® sold at participating Lowe’s Home Improvement stores through April.
MSO Embraces Intense Training and Cleaning During Pandemic
At Mike’s Auto Body, their motto during this pandemic is “It’s not a slow time…it’s go time!”
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Silicon Valley Tech School Pushes Through Pandemic
The pandemic has impacted tech schools throughout the country as they adapt to a whole new world.
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.
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.
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.