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Travis Kelce Provides Support for KC High Schoolers’ 1969 Chevelle EV Conversion

The converted muscle car is being auctioned off in a raffle open to Kansas and Missouri residents to raise money for Operation Breakthrough.

December 10, 2024 Autobody News Staff

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Washington Insurance Fraud Scheme Leader Sentenced to 12 Years

William Oldham Mize staged car and boat crashes and then used insurance company payouts to buy luxuries.

December 10, 2024 Autobody News Staff

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GM Shifts Focus to Autonomous Tech for Personal Cars

A GM spokesperson said the company sees greater business potential in personal vehicle autonomy than in building a robotaxi network.

December 10, 2024 Autobody News Staff

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NABC Recycled Rides Program Celebrates ‘Giving Tuesday’ with 3 Vehicle Donations

Vehicle presentations were made Dec. 3 to a veteran, new military member and retired police officer in Maryland, Georgia and Texas.

December 10, 2024 Autobody News Staff

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Odometer Fraud Rises 18% Since 2021

New technology is making it easier to roll back an odometer, either to inflate a car’s value or evade lease mileage charges.

December 10, 2024 Autobody News Staff

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Colorado Surpasses California in Market Share of New EVs

In Q3 2024, 25.3% of new vehicle sales in Colorado were electric, including battery electric and plug-in hybrid powertrains.

December 10, 2024 Autobody News Staff

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Quality Collision Group Acquires Auto Crafters in Utah

Quality Collision Group entered the Utah market in 2023 and now has 14 locations across the state.

December 10, 2024 Autobody News Staff

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How Defined Collision Repair Career Paths Fuel Growth, Motivate Newcomers, Attract Talent

For new entrants in the collision industry, a structured career path transforms a job into a career by providing a clear plan.

December 10, 2024 Erick Bickett, CEO of CCI, for Autobody News

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2025 WIN Conference Registration Open

This year's theme, "Create Your Own Magic," emphasizes innovation, empowerment and professional growth.

December 9, 2024 Autobody News Staff

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CCC 'Moments of Truth' Reveal Junctures Important to Business Success in Repair Claim Journey

A recent CIECA webinar took a deeper dive into CCC's study of the "Moments of Truth" that drive repair customer satisfaction.

December 9, 2024 Elizabeth Crumbly

National Association News

WIN Scholarship Campaign Raises Almost $10,000 to Support Students

Parts Delivery Times Improve; Court Rulings, Legislation Could Have Future Effects

WIN Annual Conference Encourages Women in Collision Repair to ‘Dream Out Loud’

WIN Kicks Off Annual Sponsorship Campaign

ASE Instructor Training Conference a Huge Success

Speakers Announced for CIECA CONNEX 2023 Conference

WIN Hosts Annual Educational Conference

ASE Education Foundation Seeking Nominations for Instructor Award

ASE Announces New EV Standards, EV Testing and Certification Program

Course Topics Announced for ASE Instructor Training Conference

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