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- Most Insurers Reimbursing for COVID Clean Up Most of the Time
- Paint Specialist, BASF Tech Training Assistant Accustomed to Ups and Downs in Field
- Industry Leaders Share Insight About Future of Industry During 3M ‘Shop Talk’ Panel Discussion
- Two Shops in NJ Make Necessary Adjustments, Will 'Weather the Storm'
- Shop in UT Discusses Billing Insurance for Disinfectants, Finds Silver Lining in Uncertain Times
Stacey Phillips
Stacey Phillips is a freelance writer for the automotive industry based in Southern California. She has 20 years of experience as an editor including writing in a number of businesses and fields.
She can be reached at sphillips.autobodynews@gmail.com.
Industry Leaders Share Insight About Future of Industry During 3M ‘Shop Talk’ Panel Discussion
With a significant reduction in vehicle miles traveled since stay-at-home orders went into effect, collision repair shops across the country have felt the impact of fewer accidents.
Sherwin-Williams Ecolean University Announces Free Virtual Courses to Support Industry During COVID-19
When the COVID-19 situation was first becoming more prevalent in the U.S., Sherwin-Williams realized the importance of offering educational content to the industry.
Professional Restorers Share Expertise on ‘Disinfecting’ Vehicles During SCRS Webinar
Until recently, body shop customers typically brought in relatively clean cars for repair.
David Roberts of FOCUS Advisors Shares Impact of Driven Brands Purchase of Fix Auto USA & Auto Center Auto Body
With Driven Brands' purchase of Fix Auto USA and Auto Center Auto Body on April 21, the collision repair industry is experiencing another shift in landscape during a time of accelerating consolidations.
Owner of CARSTAR Allstar Collision in CA Named 2019 Citizen of the Year
Dean Seif, owner of CARSTAR Allstar Collision in Corona, CA, was named the 2019 Citizen of the Year by the CORONA Chamber of Commerce.
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.
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.
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.
SCRS Executive Director Shares Free Resources Available for Collision Repairers
There are many key components to running a successful collision repair facility. Body shop owners and managers often aren’t aware of the free resources available in the industry intended to help them operate their businesses effectively and efficiently.
Uber for Business Offers Collision Shops Alternative for Customer Transportation
When a vehicle is dropped off at a body shop for repair, transporting a customer to his or her desired location can often be an issue. Many shops rely on loaner cars, rental cars and shuttles.
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CIF Donation Helps Military Veteran Restore His Sense of Purpose After Retirement
Written by Stacey Phillips
Military veteran Sterling Keith and his wife, Rebecca, found they were facing some unexpected challenges in 2014. Sterling was suffering from traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Solving the Tech Shortage: Hawaiian Technical School Instructor Helps Train Technicians of the Future
Just over two decades ago, Marlene Spence entered the Autobody Repair & Paint Program at Honolulu Community College in 1997 and earned an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree two years later.
Industry “Disrupter” Launches Collision Industry Book & Patent-Pending Test-Drive Technology
Many in the collision repair industry are familiar with Frank Terlep, an experienced executive, entrepreneur, author and self-proclaimed “disrupter” of the automotive industry.
Solving the Tech Shortage: How Conditions, Culture & Compensation Can Help Body Shops Attract & Retain Employees
It wasn’t long ago when businesses looking for new employees put an ad in the newspaper hoping for a response.