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- Indiana Ranked One of Best in Nation for Drivers
- Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Repair Center in Wyandotte, MI
- Michigan Shop Remains in Family Following Change in Ownership
- Regions, Phases and Tiers Sow Confusion, Frustration Over Continued Illinois COVID-19 Restrictions
- Longtime Livonia, MI, Chevy Dealership Was Supposed to Close. Now It's a Top Seller
Midwestern News
Local news stories affecting the auto body industry in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin
Michigan Gov. Makes Appointments to State Council on Future Mobility and Electrification
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Oct. 22 announced appointments to the Michigan Council on Future Mobility and Electrification, which will work to ensure Michigan continues to be the world leader in future mobility, including autonomous and connected vehicle technology, electric powertrain technology and charging infrastructure, and shared and transit mobility option.
Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Repair Center in Oshkosh, WI
The Boyd Group Inc. announced Nov. 19 the acquisition of a collision repair center in Oshkosh, WI.
MNCARS Provides High School Support
As part of its 2020 workplan, Minnesota Careers in Auto Repair & Service (MNCARS) “adopted” two high school programs to provide enhanced support and mentoring during the year.
Gov. DeWine Places Ohioans Under 21-Day Curfew
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Nov. 17 placed Ohioans under a curfew, beginning Nov. 19, for 21 days in what he said is an effort to stop the rising spread of COVID-19.
Ford Taps Kansas City to Assemble All-Electric Ford E-Transit
Ford Motor Company announced Nov. 10 its Kansas City Assembly Plant will build the all-new E-Transit van, part of a more than $3.2 billion investment in Ford’s North American manufacturing facilities to produce a series of new electric vehicles for commercial and retail customers.
You Have Not Because You Ask Not: Mike Anderson Presents During IABA’s First Public Virtual Event
Getting paid for the work performed is key to running a successful collision repair shop, but no one receives payment for items that aren’t invoiced.
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CARSTAR Auto Care Collision Center Opens in Hermantown, MN
CARSTAR, North America’s largest multi-store network of independently owned collision repair facilities, announced the opening of CARSTAR Auto Care Collision Center, at 4757 W. Arrowhead Road, Hermantown, MN 55811.
KABA and NABA Collaborate on Online Educational Series, Kicks Off with ADAS and Ford Training
Although the cancellation of so many training events this year may have led many to believe that continuing education is no longer important, the Nebraska Auto Body Association (NABA) and the Kansas Auto Body Association (KABA) know that’s the furthest thing from the truth.
First National Realty Partners Acquires Tesla Sales and Service Center in Westmont, IL
First National Realty Partners announced the acquisition of a 23,164-square foot Tesla Sales and Service Center, located at 50 West Ogden Ave. in Westmont, IL.
GM Fast-Tracks Electric Vehicle Plans, Starts Hiring Near Former Lordstown, OH Plant
General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the company will bring new electric vehicles to market faster than anticipated as the automaker announced a major step forward Nov. 5 in its self-driving car development.