Former Axalta owner buys OEM parts distributor from Advance Auto
Aug 26, 2024 · Carlyle, a global investment firm and former owner of Axalta Coating Systems, is set to buy Worldpac Inc., an OEM automotive parts wholesale distribution business, from Advance Auto Parts for $1.5 ...
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Oct 11, 2024 · Six states issue fluorescent light bans starting Jan. 1 November 25, 2024. Collision repair shops could be impacted by fluorescent light bans starting in six states next year.
Mercedes-Benz announces research into solar paint to power EVs
Nov 26, 2024 · Mercedes-Benz is researching solar paint that could generate enough electricity for more than 7,430 miles of driving per year, according to a recent press release. The solar modules could be appli…
GEICO and asTech fail to respond to questions asked by SCRS …
Oct 10, 2024 · The standardized pricing agreement between asTech and GEICO is creating concerns in the claims process for the entire industry, according to a news release from the Society of Collision Repair Spec…
Dec 13, 2024 · THE ROMANS GROUP LLC Business, Market, Strategy Development For Immediate Release December 13, 2024 A 2023 Profile of the Evolving U.S. and Canada Collision Repair Marketplace
Nissan improving paint quality with AI and machine learning
Oct 3, 2024 · Nissan has compiled a library of more than 500,000 vehicle paint imperfection evaluations, and growing, using advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to improve its detection ...
BASF, TechForce taking 5 future collision techs to SEMA Show
Nov 1, 2024 · BASF, in partnership with the Techforce Foundation, has awarded five $2,500 scholarships to aspiring collision repair students as part of its “Techs for Tomorrow” initiative.
asTech offers indemnification for ‘OEM-compatible’ but shops …
Nov 26, 2024 · A promotion email from asTech notes the company provides $31 million indemnification on all “OEM-compatible” and OEM operations; However, repair businesses could still be held liable if they ...
BMW adds structural steel parts to restricted list
Oct 10, 2024 · BMW has added structural steel parts to its restricted parts list as of Oct. 1, according to a bulletin issued to shops. “Due to complexity of repair and the requirement of highly specialized ...
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