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Paul Hughes

Paul Hughes

Writer

Paul Hughes is a writer based in the American West. He has experience covering business for newspapers and has published several books of essays. He has now turned his focus on the collision repair industry, specifically in the West, for Autobody News. Reach him at BeautyGoodnessTruth@gmail.com or find him on social media.

139 Articles By Paul Hughes

Collision Repair Shops Embrace Intentional Training to Shape Workforce and Results
Collision Repair Shops Expand Despite Slowdown, Betting on Local Strategy and Specialization
From Shop Floor to Virtual World: Training the Next Generation of Techs
Collision Programs Quietly Expanding as Skilled Trades Gain Momentum
Massachusetts Collision Repair Seeks Independent Public Voices for Appraisal Board
PPG Refinish Sales Slide as OEM Coatings Outpace Market
Body Shop Owner Sells Business for $4M, Launches Non-Profit to Teach the Trades
How to Protect Your Property — and Vehicles Left in Your Care
Sale-Leaseback: Pros and Cons Shop Owners Should Consider Before Making a Move
Adaptive Reuse Catches On With Smaller Collision Repair Groups

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