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Aiming to Excellence: Colorado School Dominates SkillsUSA Championships
It’s considered a victory if a high school or college auto tech program makes it to the SkillsUSA’s Championships.
After the Donation: She Still Has the Car After 19 Years!
In 2000, Mike’s Auto Body, an MSO with 16 locations in the San Francisco Bay Area, donated a completely refurbished vehicle to Denise Rios and her family as part of Mike's Auto Body's Benevolence Program, currently celebrating its 19th anniversary.
Tesla Insurance Goes Live in CA With Claims of Lower Rates by 20-30%
Tesla has formally introduced its in-house insurance service for its vehicles, an initiative that Elon Musk initially announced in the company’s first-quarter earnings call.
Tesla’s School Programs in NV Are Key to Its Mission
Tesla’s internships for high school graduates at Gigafactory 1 in Sparks, NV, have been well received due to their mutual benefits for both the company and participants.
Service King, Allstate Donate Car to The Guidance Center in CA
Service King Collision and Allstate Insurance have collaborated to benefit local charity, The Guidance Center of Long Beach, CA, through the National Auto Body Council’s Recycled Rides program.
California’s $27.6M Fine Against Mercury Insurance Remains
California regulators say a ruling by the state’s highest court means a $27.6 million fine imposed against Mercury Insurance Co. for improperly tacking fees onto auto insurance policies will stand.
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CAA Announces New Partnership With Industrial Finishes & Systems
The California Autobody Association (CAA) is delighted to announce Industrial Finishes & Systems, Inc. as our newest corporate sponsor.
WIN Holds “Backpack Drive” During Local Networking Event in Denver
On Aug.17, the Women’s Industry Network (WIN) gave back to the community by collecting backpacks and other back to school necessities to benefit Denver Public Schools’ ESSA Foster and Military Family program.
Early Bird Registration for 2019 MSO Symposium Ending on Sept. 20
Early bird registration for the 2019 MSO Symposium, taking place on Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay, will be ending soon.
AARC Annual Ride to Raise Funds for Automotive Scholarships
The Automotive Aftermarket Riders Club (AARC) will once again “Ride for the Future” with the proceeds from their annual ride benefiting the University of the Aftermarket Foundation.