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- Two Sets of Wheels Donated To Domestic Abuse Survivors
- NABC Day in Palm Springs, CA, Showcases Programs That Help Save Lives
- Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Nine CA Locations
- Tesla Model Y Looks Close to Model X Size in CA Sighting
- SEMA Expands Regional Qualifying Events for 2020 Battle of the Builders Competition
Western News
Local news stories affecting the auto body industry in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Hawaii, Alaska and Wyoming
Record-Breaking DRIVE EXPO WEST 2019 Features Awards Ceremony
Held on Sept. 27-29, DRIVE EXPO WEST 2019 boasted a record number of industry professionals and sponsors, providing an opportunity for hundreds of shop owners and automotive aftermarket executives to network and receive valuable industry education.
MCRA Supports Collision Repair Training Program, Urges Other Associations to Get Involved
This fall, the Montana Collision Repair Association (MCRA) announced its partnership with the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) to support the state’s only collision repair training program at Montana State University (MSU) – Billings City College.
Tesla Model Y Spotted With Chrome Trim, New Wheels Near Fremont, CA, Factory
A number of red Tesla Model Y pre-production units have been spotted being transported by a carrier near the electric car maker’s Fremont, CA, factory.
CA Glass Shop Owner Describes How He Handled a Power Outage
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) conducted a planned power outage that impacted hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses, including auto glass shops.
'Disturbing' Disparities Found in Insurance Discounts for CA Drivers
The California Department of Insurance (DOI) said that it has found “wide socioeconomic disparities” in auto insurance group discounts offered to millions of California drivers.
Tesla's 'Bioweapon Defense Mode' Is Becoming a Savior Against CA Wildfires
Californian Tesla Models X and S owners are rejoicing at their choice of cars right now.
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CIF 10th Annual Gala to be Held in Palm Springs, CA
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) is thrilled to announce its 10th Annual Gala event which will be held in Palm Springs, CA, on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. local time.
Chevy Could Struggle at SEMA Because of UAW Strike
The UAW strike against General Motors (GM) is dangerously close to being a month old.
Tesla Owners Weather PG&E’s Power Outage as Gas Stations Across CA Shut Down
Tensions are rising in up to 34 counties in California as residents begin feeling the effects of Pacific Gas and Electric Co’s (PG&E) decision to cut power to around 800,000 customers as a way to avoid potential wildfires in the area.
CARSTAR’s 700th Collision Repair Facility Opens in CA
CARSTAR continues to expand across North America, and achieves a significant accomplishment by opening its 700th location with CARSTAR Montrose, located 2604 Honolulu Ave. Montrose, CA, 91020.