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- Toby Chess Shares Best Practice Documents for Collision Repairers
- Collision Repair Industry Thought Leaders Share Innovative Ideas During IDEAS Collide Showcase: Part 2
- National Survey of Auto Body Shops Finds Revenues Going Up but Concerns Rising as Well
- Do Automakers, Insurers See Auto Body Shops Meeting Both DRP and OEM Certification Requirements?
- Fully Automated AI Collision Repair Estimating ‘Not There Yet’
Stacey Phillips
Stacey Phillips is an award-winning writer for the automotive industry based in Southern California. She has more than 25 years of experience as an editor and writer and has assisted a wide range of businesses and fields. In addition, Stacey has co-authored two books.
She can be reached at stacey@radiantwriting.com.
Collision Repair Industry Thought Leaders Share Innovative Ideas During IDEAS Collide Showcase: Part 2
Written by Stacey Phillips
Total losses, the Database Enhancement Gateway, computer vision and sustainability were some of the topics discussed during the IDEAS Collide Showcase held during the 2021 SEMA Show.
Collision Repair Industry Thought Leaders Share Innovative Ideas During IDEAS Collide Showcase
Written by Stacey Phillips
Thought leaders from across the collision repair industry had the opportunity to share innovative ideas at the IDEAS Collide Showcase held during the 2021 SEMA Show.
OEConnection Acquires VeriFacts Automotive and Assured Performance Network
Written by Stacey Phillips
In November, OEConnection (OEC) confirmed it recently acquired VeriFacts Automotive and Assured Performance Network.
SUN Collision Repair Information Offers Complete OEM Procedures & Mechanical Insights
Written by Stacey Phillips
When a collision occurs, any damage to the body and frame is likely to affect the sensors, cameras and other mechanical components.
Collision Repair Industry Members Recognized at Red Carpet Award Breakfast at SEMA
Written by Stacey Phillips
Members of the collision repair industry gathered at the Red Carpet Awards Breakfast on Nov. 3 during the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, NV.
Repairify™ Unites Company Brands, Introduces asTech® Duo, Tru-Point ADAS Calibration System
Written by Stacey Phillips
As new vehicles are manufactured with complex electronic systems that require extreme precision to function safely, Repairify’s Chief Technology Officer Maurice Tuff said the company will continue to focus on providing solutions to ensure the electronic vehicle systems are returned to OEM specifications post-collision repair.
ALLDATA Introduces ADAS Quick Reference, Integrated AutoZone Parts Ordering, Instructor Toolkit
Written by Stacey Phillips
Since ALLDATA was established in 1986, the California-based company has prided itself on making it easier for technicians to access OEM information and procedures for safe and accurate repairs.
Automotive celebrities, vehicle debuts from major OEMs and the latest developments in equipment and tooling will all be part of the SEMA Show this year in Las Vegas, NV.
Shop Strategies: Marketing Effort at Tony’s Body Shop Pays Off
Written by Stacey Phillips
Tony and Isabel Flores opened Tony’s Body Shop in Oxnard, CA, in 1965. Considered to be hard-working business people by their friends and family, the couple taught their children good work ethics from an early age.
Behind-the-Scenes DCR Systems Tour Sponsored by AirPro Diagnostics, AkzoNobel & Car-O-Liner®
Written by Stacey Phillips
Members of the collision industry recently had an opportunity to tour the DCR Systems location in Mentor, OH, prior to the July Collision Industry Conference (CIC) in Cleveland.
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3M™ Performance Spray Gun is ‘Go-To’ Gun at Santa Margarita Auto Body Shop
Written by Stacey Phillips
Nearly eight months ago, Mitch Barrett was researching spray guns as the head painter at Santa Margarita Auto Body in California. He learned about the 3M™ Performance Spray Gun from Stan Ehresmann, a regional business manager at 3M.
Automotive Industry Trend Continues Towards Use of Lightweight Materials
Written by Stacey Phillips
Since the early 20th century, steel has been the material of choice by auto manufacturers worldwide. Almost every vehicle model has been designed using steel due to its strength, cost-effectiveness, workability and availability.
Shop Strategies: California MSO Launches Kustomine Software to Help Collision Repairers Work More Efficiently
Written by Stacey Phillips
In 1956, Bruno Sanchez opened a 2,500-square foot auto body shop in San Francisco, CA. He named it Bruno and Son Auto Body Shop and the goal was to offer honesty, passion and craftsmanship.
Generating More Profit in Your Auto Body Shop with Windshield Repair
When Richard Campfield was looking into starting a retail windshield repair business 35 years ago, he conducted some direct marketing to determine if it was worth pursuing.