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Western News
Local news stories affecting the auto body industry in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Hawaii, Alaska and Wyoming
CAA issues Legislative Alert on CA AB 2825
The California Autobody Association has issued a Legislative Alert requesting all California shops to contact the governor's office in opposition to AB 2825 (Carter). This bill is very similar to one vetoed last year by Governor Schwarzenegger.
CRA Announces New Board and Leadership Positions
Aug 15, 2008 -The Collision Repair Association of California (CRA) announced the addition of two new board members and a new president to help lead the trade group in its third year of fighting for the right of consumers to have their vehicles repaired in a quality manner at reasonable rates.
Phoenix Area Sees Repairs Increasing
"It's making more financial sense for consumers to repair older vehicles instead of purchasing new ones where they would have to worry about expensive monthly car payments," Lapps said.
Linda Holcomb Plays Hand She Is Dealt, Hits a Grand Slam in Life
When talking about the collision industry’s most influential women, Linda Holcomb more than fits the bill. Born in San Jose, California, Holcomb grew up in the post-war age of liberation for young people. In her zeal to start her working life, she liberated herself from college and went to work for Wilson Sales Co., the largest automotive equipment distribution company in Northern California. During the first two years she spent learning marketing and advertising on the job and became known as the first woman to ever enter the automotive equipment distribution industry.
New San Fernando CAA Chapter Launched
The California Autobody Association’s New San Fernando Valley chapter recently swore in their 2008 officers at their June chapter meeting in Van Nuys, CA.
State board representative Chuck Reyes, Alhambra Auto Kraft, swore in the new officers. The newly activated chapter is dedicated to providing its members information that will be useful to their business by bringing in speakers that are involved in the collision repair industry.
911 Collision Opens 5th Shop in Tucson Area
911 Collision Centers has opened its fifth location in the Tucson area at Pusch View Lane and Oracle Roads. Founded in 1998 with headquarters in Tucson,
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Paint Capping Measure Passes California Assembly
The California Assembly unanimously passed California Senate Bill 1371–the fifth version of the bill–that prohibits insurance companies from placing caps on payouts for collision repairs. The problem for the past two years has been that lawmakers cannot agree on a definition of capping.
BAR Chief Shares Accomplishments with CAA
A warm San Diego evening with the breeze blowing in off the water created a perfect backdrop for the California Autobody Association (AAA) San Diego Chapter meeting. Special guest BAR Chief Sherry Mehl spoke to the group – which was about 100 strong. After a buffet dinner, Mehl took to the podium and spoke about the updates and changes at the BAR before taking questions submitted by the attendees.
CDI's Poizner Announces $250,000 Settlement with Mercury Insurance for Alleged Claims Violations
California's Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner announced a quarter-million dollar settlement with Mercury Insurance Group for alleged claims handling violations in late June.
California Assembly Passes Anti-Capping Measure
The California Assembly unanimously passed California Senate Bill 1371 - the fifth version of the bill - that prohibits insurance companies from placing caps on payouts for collision repairs. The problem for the past two years has been that lawmakers cannot agree on a definition of capping.