- You are here:
-
Home
- Midwest
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
Mike Pence Says Trump Trade Deal Is ‘Essential’ for MI Auto Industry
Written by Malachi Barrett, MLive.comWe thank MLive.com for reprint permission.
Vice President Mike Pence said a new North American trade treaty is “absolutely essential” to keep Michigan automotive manufacturers competitive.
Bill Introduced to Reduce Auto Insurance Premiums in MI
Written by Kyle Simon, WILXEven though Senate Republicans have taken Governor Gretchen Whitmer's proposed gas tax hike off the table during budget talks, lawmakers say they want to tackle Michigan's high auto insurance rates first.
Students Showcase Their Talents at SkillsUSA MO Conference
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskOn April 4 and 5, SkillsUSA Missouri’s State Leadership & Skills Conference was held on the campus of the State Technical College of Missouri.
Osceola, IA, Auto Repair Students Place 3rd in Pedal Car Challenge
Written by Staff, Osceola Sentinel-TribuneSouthwestern Community College students in Osceola, IA, came home with a third-place finish in the Summit Racing Pedal Car Challenge at the World of Wheels Car Show in Omaha, NE, from March 15--17, 2019.
Dept. of State Suspends Detroit, MI, Collision Repair Facility for Violations
The Michigan Department of State suspended the registration of Detroit auto repair facility Livernois Collision, 14900 Livernois Ave., after the facility failed to comply with requests by regulation agents to inspect dealership records.
ABRA Auto Body Repair in Lake County, IL, To Launch Food Drive
Written by Staff, Daily HeraldABRA Auto Body Repair of America locations in Lake County, IL, are launching the Rhythm Restoration Food Drive now through May 10.
More...
Maysville, KY, Upholds Recommendation on Auto Body Shops in Residential Areas
Written by Mary Ann Kearns, The Ledger IndependentBy its second three-two vote of the evening, Maysville, KY, City Commission upheld a recommendation April 11 from the Mason County Joint Planning Commission (JPC) regarding auto body shops in residential areas.
Kim Barks Teaches Girl Scouts Automotive Care Basics in St. Charles, MO
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskApril 1 might have been April Fool’s Day, but Kim Barks, owner of Complete Car and RV Repair in St. Charles, MO, wasn’t joking around when she hosted a meeting for a troop of nearly a dozen Girl Scouts to teach them some basic car care tips.
B & G Body Shop in Albion, NE, Purchased by New Owners
Written by Staff, Albion NewsJustin and Leigh Mings of St. Libory, NE, are the new owners of B & G Body Shop in Albion, NE.
State Farm Donates Vehicles to Advance Training in Rhinelander, WI, Auto Program
Written by Staff, Star JournalNicolet College students in the automotive technician program now have two additional vehicles to work on and advance their skills, thanks to a recent donation by State Farm Insurance.