West Regional Auto Body Collision Repair News

High School Students Get Hands-On Look at Modern Collision Repair Technology

Mitchell hosted the students at its Technical Research Center in San Diego to demonstrate 3D scanning and diagnostics.

Kinetic, Chilton Auto Body Open Rivian-Certified EV Hub

The new 10,000-square-foot Kinetic Hub in San Carlos, CA, will support advanced vehicle repairs for five Chilton Auto Body locations in the Bay Area...

Fix Auto Chino Earns GM, VinFast Certifications

The shop, which opened in August 2024, has already achieved I-CAR Gold Class certification.

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing Wins Best in Show at La Jolla Concours d’Elegance

The three-day celebration of extraordinary automobiles and coastal luxury featured meticulous restorations competing across 11 classes and 14 specialty categories...

Award-Winning CARSTAR Franchisee Leaves System to Go Independent

After seven years with CARSTAR, Greg Solesbee re-opened his Idaho shop as Solesbee Collision in March with a shift from DRPs to OEM certifications...

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Local news stories affecting the auto body industry in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Hawaii, Alaska and Wyoming.

West Association News

NABC Recycled Rides Program Donates Refurbished Vehicle at CSN Conference

Doug Petersen Joins CAWA Board

CIF Call to Industry: Financial Assistance Available for CA Wildfire Victims

California Collision Repairer Appreciates Industry Support in Wildfire Recovery

CIF’s 14th Annual 'Cocktails for a Cause’ Hits Record Attendees, Generosity

CIF Announces $250,000 Reserve for SoCal Wildfire Relief

NABC Recycled Rides Program Presents Veterans with Donated Vehicles

SCRS Open Board Meeting Addresses California BAR's Storage Fee Proposal

CAA Chapters Hosting Meetings to Review Storage Rate Changes

NABC Recycled Rides Donates Refurbished Vehicle to Southern California Family

CIF Raising Funds for Victims of Los Angeles Wildfires, Automakers Offer Support

Wildfire Relief for Auto Care Workers Available Now

NWACA Hosting ‘Lunch & Learn’ Focusing on SCRS Blend Study

NABC Recycled Rides Gifts Vehicles to 2 Southern California Residents

Veteran, Foster Advocate Receive Restored Cars from NABC Recycled Rides

NABC Recycled Rides, Crozat Family Foundation Donate 8 Vehicles to Local Families

NABC Recycled Rides, Partners Donate Vehicle to Single Mother

Veteran, Single Mother Gain Independence Through NABC Recycled Rides

U.S. Army Vet Receives Car from NABC Recycled Rides at NHRA Nationals

California Autobody Association Announces New Sponsor Martin Auto Color

CAA Revives San Diego Chapter with ‘Who Pays for What?’ Update

NWACA Working to Keep Collision Repair Members On Top of Industry Changes

CAWA Awards 2024 Scholarships to Automotive High School Teachers

CAA Meeting in Los Angeles to Learn About Semi-Gloss Best Practices

NWACA Hosts Successful 2nd Annual Collision Training Expo

California BAR Hosts Workshop on Proposed Storage Regulations

2024 Collision Training Expo Has Something for Everyone on Repair Shop Staff

Pugh Appointed to CAWA's Manufacturers' Advisory Council

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