http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/Collision+Repair/Article/list/41828 News, issues and trends concerning proper collision repair and refinishing of motor vehicles; new paint technologies, legal issues, repair information accessibility, cycle times, insurance issues, etc. are covered 2009-11-21T11:48:49Z http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/ABRN-names-top-10-shops-in-Top-Shops-contest/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643180?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Auto Body World in Tolleson, Ariz., was selected as the top shop in ABRN’s inaugural Top Shops contest. David Fair is chief executive officer and Mark Turner is president of the company, which has six locations and 130 employees in the Phoenix area. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/643180null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/CREW-webcast-targets-alternative-parts-procurement/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643195?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 APU Solutions will discuss emerging technology solutions for alternative parts procurement on the next Collision Repair Executive Webcast (CREW) at 11 a.m. PST Dec. 3. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/643195null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/ASA-SCRS-join-to-fight-against-salvage-airbag-use/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643098?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Four auto industry associations joined forces to encourage lawmakers not to pass model legislation that would endorse the use of salvage airbags in collision-damaged vehicles. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/643098null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Hartford-says-it-will-appeal-15-million-jury-verdi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643102?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The Hartford Insurance Co. said it was disappointed in a Connecticut jury’s verdict that it broke the law and will appeal the verdict and the $15 million fine assessed against the company. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/643102null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/IIHS-awards-27-vehicles-with-2010-Top-Safety-Pick-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642783?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Nineteen cars and eight SUVs earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) Top Safety Pick award for 2010. For the first time, good performance in a roof strength test to measure protection in a rollover is required to win. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/642783null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/PDA-selects-Mitchell-for-extended-estimating-solut/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642786?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 PDA Corp., a large automobile inspection and appraisal service network, signed a renewal contract extending its relationship with Mitchell International for the next seven years. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/642786null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/I-CAR-Education-Foundation-selects-21-schools-for-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642485?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The I-CAR Education Foundation selected 21 collision schools to receive windshield replacement tool kits, each valued at $250, which were donated to the foundation from UltraWiz. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/642485null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Jury-says-Hartford-violated-laws-awards-15-million/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642484?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 A Stamford Superior Court jury on Nov. 17 awarded $15 million to a group of auto body repair firms after saying The Hartford Insurance Co. engaged in unfair business practices. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/642484null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Senate-committee-introduces-financial-services-ref/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642106?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Sen. Chris Dodd, D-Conn., U.S. Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee chairman, has released a draft of the financial services reform bill with aims of restoring American financial stability. Dodd hopes to create a sound economic foundation to grow jobs, protect consumers, rein in Wall Street, end too-big-to-fail financial institutions and prevent another financial crisis. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/642106null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Audatex-APU-Solutions-sign-multiyear-agreement/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642135?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Audatex North America formed a strategic partnership with APU Solutions including a full-product integration and distribution agreement. The multiyear agreement contains exclusive features and covers both the U.S. and Canadian markets. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/472009/642135null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/California-shop-owners-intent-on-pursuing-class-ac/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641753?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Some 75 California collision repair professionals representing about 40 body shops spent their Thursday evening discussing the details involved in filing a class action lawsuit against State Farm Insurance over alleged steering. The consensus reached at the Nov. 12 gathering was that they should move forward with all deliberate speed. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/641753null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Mitchell-International-acquires-Scene-Genesis/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641470?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Mitchell International completed the purchase of Scene Genesis, a Web-based workflow and connectivity solutions provider dedicated to improving the claims-handling process for insurers, independent appraisers and shops. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/641470null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/AkzoNobel-opens-nominations-for-sustainability-awa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641441?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 AkzoNobel opened nominations for the industry’s first FIT Sustainability award. The program aims to complement the advancement of waterborne technology and promote the unique contributions that the collision repair industry is making to generate a sustainable future. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/641441null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/PPGs-MVP-training-earns-I-CAR-AMI-accreditation/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641127?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 PPG Automotive Refinish’s MVP training courses centered on developing people and organizations in collision repair have earned accreditation from I-CAR and the Automotive Management Institute (AMI). 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/641127null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/AASP-marks-10-year-anniversary-at-NACE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641112?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) celebrated 10 years as an industry organization while in Las Vegas to participate in Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week events. Representatives from all AASP affiliate organizations were on hand to mark the occasion. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/641112null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/CARSTAR-to-honor-veterans-active-duty-military-in-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640799?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 This Veterans' Day, CARSTAR Collision Centers will honor America's active duty and military veterans with a special celebration for National Military Month. It will include local market festivities for Veterans Day on November 11, special offers for military members and programs to help select families of those serving the country. 2009-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/640799null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Repairers-offer-feedback-on-CCC-ONE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640802?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Collision repair shops of various sizes said they are finding value in CCC Information Services’ CCC ONE Total Repair Platform, which utilizes a single application that supports a complete and logical repair process, instead of a series of individual tasks. 2009-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/640802null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/House-passes-health-insurer-antitrust-exemption-re/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640770?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The U.S. House of Representatives has passed H.R. 3962, the “Affordable Health Care for America Act” in a vote of 220-215. H.R. 3962 contains a provision that repeals the antitrust exemption in the McCarran-Ferguson Act for health insurers only. The provision excludes property and casualty insurers from the repeal of McCarran-Ferguson. 2009-11-10T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/640770null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Mitchell-unveils-RepairCenter-Workspace-solution/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640317?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Mitchell International unveiled its new integrated RepairCenter solution at a press conference at NACE, providing a look at what the company says is an entirely new category of software – a modular "shop workspace" system that includes business, repair and customer service applications in a single solution. 2009-11-09T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/640317null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/NACE-CARS-chairmen-address-industry-issues/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640302?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 NACE Chairman Jerry Burns and CARS Chairman Aaron Clements met in a staged “coffee café“ to discuss the ins and outs of running a successful business. 2009-11-09T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/462009/640302null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Eliminate-waste-to-build-a-better-production-proce/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639880?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Waste may be right under a shop owner’s nose, but it takes a concentrated effort to find and eliminate it to save production time and boost the bottom line. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639880null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Use-sales-skills-to-get-the-keys-from-prospective-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639879?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 All body shop employees need to realize that in addition to the nuts and bolts of repairing cars, they also are engaged in the sales trade, according to industry consultant Bernie Blickenstaff, who conducted a Friday NACE seminar “Salesmanship Skills for the Estimator.” 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639879null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Pennsylvania-school-wins-I-CAR-Education-Foundatio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640086?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The I-CAR Education Foundation named Steel Center Area Vocational Technical School in Jefferson Hills, Pa., as the winner of the $50,000 Ultimate Collision Education Makeover grant. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/640086null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Advanced-vehicle-construction-changes-old-repair-r/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639878?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 If you’re scratching your head over what you need to consider regarding all the new and emerging automotive technologies, I-CAR technical director Jason Bartanen has a one-word answer: training. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639878null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/ASRW-awards-recognize-honorees-industry-leaders/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640091?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Industry leaders and Automotive Service Association (ASA) members were recognized with special awards and scholarships during Thursday's luncheon at the second annual Automotive Service and Repair Week (ASRW) in Las Vegas. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/640091null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/CCC-Information-Services-enhances-benefit-to-ASA-m/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640092?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 CCC Information Services has renewed its agreement to offer qualified ASA members in the collision repair industry a 25 percent discount (up to a maximum of $500) off the implementation of the CCC ONE Total Repair Platform. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/640092null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/I-CAR-names-Tanner-Instructor-of-the-Year/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640087?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The I-CAR Education Foundation has named Phil Tanner, a collision repair instructor from Irmo High School in Columbia, SC, as the 2009 Instructor of the Year. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/640087null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/LKQ-announces-limited-lifetime-warranty/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640090?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 LKQ Corp. made an addition to its Parts Replacement Promise warranty program for recycled products. Beginning in November, LKQ customers will have the option to select a limited lifetime warranty in addition to LKQ’s current 6-, 12- and 24-month coverage options on recycled auto parts. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/640090null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Flight-1549-captain-credits-training-for-dramatic-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639861?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 LAS VEGAS - "You act like you already know who I am," Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger joked to the audience during his keynote address at NACE Thursday morning. "But that wasn't always the case." Sullenberger is the U.S. Airways pilot of Flight 1549 who was thrust into the national spotlight when he landed his plane in the Hudson River in January after colliding with a flock birds, and successfully evacuated all 155 passengers. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/639861null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Should-body-shops-invest-in-flash-reprogramming/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639490?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 As vehicles come equipped with an increasing number of computer modules, it's possible to make some repairs by doing a computer reflash. Performing flash reprogramming on a vehicle can improve fuel mileage, solve transmission problems, correct false trouble codes and other issues. Often these procedures are performed at dealerships, but independent repair shops also can perform reflashing, provided they have the right tools and training. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639490null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/How-to-resolve-paint-cap-issues/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639492?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Paint caps have been a fact of life for collision shops for 20 years or more now, and they can have a significant effect on profits. On Thursday, Pete Petursson, owner of Absolute Collision in Shelby, N.C., discussed "Paint Caps: How to Eliminate Them in Your Store Forever," and provided tips on working with (and around) paint caps when dealing with insurers. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639492null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Women-shop-owners-share-management-advice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639449?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 While collision repair is still largely a male industry, increasing numbers of women have entered the body shop, both as owners and even technicians. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639449null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Salvage-yard-misconceptions-addressed/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639154?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Insurance companies have begun asking shops to use more salvage parts, which has led to even more interaction between the collision and salvage industries. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639154null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/AkzoNobel-names-2009-Most-Influential-Women/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639467?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 AkzoNobel Car Refinishes Americas named the 2009 Most Influential Women in the Collision Repair Industry (MIW). 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639467null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/New-technologies-materials-challenge-repairers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639150?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 New vehicle technologies developed by OEMs will continue to challenge both the technical skills and financial acumen of the collision repair industry. That was the message delivered by Bill Haas, vice president of education and training at the Automotive Service Association, during his Wednesday morning session at NACE, "New Vehicle Technology – Arriving at Your Shop Soon!" 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639150null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Shops-miss-opportunities-to-cut-expenses/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639152?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Tough economic times have led many collision shops to resort to drastic cuts in staff, training and equipment in order to stay afloat. But there are many often overlooked opportunities for shops to reduce their materials, parts and overhead costs without negatively impacting their business or their employees. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639152null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Summit-releases-mobile-phone-app-for-body-shops/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639493?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 A new mobile phone application from Summit Mobile Solutions, a division of Summit Software Solutions, could help drive new business to collision shops by providing them with immediate notifications from customers when they are in an accident. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639493null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/BASF-presents-claims-perspective-study-at-CIC/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639460?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 BASF Automotive Refinish Solutions presented Finding Common Ground: A Claims Perspective, Nov. 3 during the Collision Industry Conference in Las Vegas. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639460null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week+-+AAPEX%2C+CARS%2C+NACE%2C+SEMA/DuPont-to-sponsor-keynote-speaker-Chesley-Sully-Su/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639116?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 DuPont Performance Coatings (DuPont) will have a major presence at the annual International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) tradeshow in Las Vegas, Nev. The show will be held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Nov. 4 - Nov. 7. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639116null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Collision-repair-costs-increase-in-third-quarter-M/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639143?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The average vehicle crash damage repair on an adjusted basis increased $164 in the third quarter, according to Mitchell International’s 2009 special NACE Edition of its Industry Trends Report (ITR), a quarterly publication that highlights industry-related trends, news items and statistics. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639143null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Amberson-wins-ABRN-Industry-Leadership-Award/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639134?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Darrell Amberson, president of Lehman’s Garage, a six-location collision repair operation based in Bloomington, Minn., received the 2009 ABRN Industry Leadership Award during the Collision Industry Achievement Award ceremony Nov. 3 in Las Vegas. The awards were presented at a lunch break during the Collision Industry Conference. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/639134null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/DuPont-business-development-managers-available-to-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638667?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 DuPont Performance Services (DPS) has completed training and certification programs for its newly formed team of business development managers and consultants. Twenty-five DPS experts dedicated to independent and dealer repairers or large multi-shop operation accounts can be called upon by shops looking to improve productivity and profitability. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/638667null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/I-CAR+%26+CIC/I-CAR-ASE-I-CAR-Education-Foundation-and-NATEF-to-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638668?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 I-CAR, ASE, I-CAR Education Foundation and NATEF will co-sponsor a drawing at NACE to win a Elektron Multispot MI-100 welder donated by Elektron Inc. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/638668null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Ford-adds-34-parts-to-Collision-Truckload-Program/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638669?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Ford Customer Service Division (FCSD) has refreshed the offerings on its Collision Parts Truckload Program. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/638669null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/NABC-to-debut-vehicle-extrication-program-at-NACE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638680?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The National Auto Body Council (NABC) will debut its latest community service project, the First Responders Emergency Extrication (FREE), a training course at 11 a.m. Nov. 6 on the Mandalay Bay trade show floor at NACE. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/638680null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/BASF-Refinish-launches-new-Web-site-design/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638666?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 BASF Automotive Refinish launched a new and improved Web site design with the same familiar name: www.basfrefinish.com. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/638666null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Mitchell-expands-partnership-with-APU-Solutions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638670?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Mitchell International signed a reseller agreement with APU Solutions to augment its estimating, shop management and workflow solutions by providing APU Solutions PartsNetwork to streamline recycled and aftermarket parts selection and sourcing. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/638670null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Training/Collision-repair-predictions-for-2010-and-beyond/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638155?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 A plethora of heavy-hitting national carriers will have more market presence and an increased ability to drive their philosophies and claims programs, leaving smaller and regional carriers struggling to keep up with the technology and efficiencies that size brings to DRPs. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638155null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Opinion%2FCommentary/Real-change-requires-pain-suffering/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638156?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Some pain and suffering is necessary if you are going to achieve real change. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638156null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Opinion%2FCommentary/Flat-scheduling-draws-feedback/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638153?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Flat scheduling creates challenges and opportunities. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638153null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Training/Custom-paint-shop-achieves-success/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638161?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 In the automotive service market, custom paint shops are in the unique and enviable position of having customers that are almost always happy to see them. It's rare that anyone willingly goes to a collision repair shop; your customers are there because they just wrecked their cars. At a custom shop, the customer is there because he loves his car. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638161null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Training/Its-important-to-know-measure-your-company-culture/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638163?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Shop employees need to know, abide by the company culture. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638163null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Ohio-shops-file-suit-vs-Progressive/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638484?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Ohio shops file suit against Progressive over alleged steering, short pays, unlicensed DRPs. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/452009/638484null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Opinion%2FCommentary/Quality-of-OEM-and-aftermarket-parts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638159?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 There always has been a heated debate about the quality of aftermarket vs. OEM parts. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638159null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Chrysler-pins-its-survival-hopes-on-Fiat/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638158?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Chrysler pins its survival hopes on Fiat. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638158null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Opinion%2FCommentary/Keeping-estimating-systems-current/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638162?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Keep your estimating system up-to-date 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638162null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Training/Pre-employment-testing-is-an-absolute-must/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638157?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Pre-employment testing is an absolute must. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638157null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Training/Streamline-your-operations-immediately-and-inexpen/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638154?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Streamline your operations immediately and inexpensively with proper organization. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638154null XML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/California-shop-owners-to-meet-Nov-12-to-consider-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638126?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 More than 60 California body shop owners have RSVP’d Gene Crozat at G&C AutoBody that they will be attending a Nov. 12 meeting he’s organizing in Sacramento to discuss the prospects of filing a class action lawsuit against State Farm Insurance. 2009-10-30T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/638126null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Mitchell-acquires-ClaimTools/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637691?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Mitchell International acquired Vancouver, Canada-based ClaimTools, the creator of a digital camera and photo management solution designed to improve shop operations. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/637691null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/CCC-uses-humorous-videos-to-inform-entertain-custo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637517?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The collision repair industry is serious business, but it can be pretty funny too. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/637517null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/3M-donates-300000-in-products-to-I-CAR-Education-F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637259?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 3M donated 319 3M Dynamic Mixing Systems, valued at $300,000, to the I-CAR Education Foundation. The company and foundation will arrange to have the systems distributed to career and technical schools and colleges that offer collision repair and automotive refinishing training programs. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/637259null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/DuPont-integrates-Web-based-system-with-ProfitNet/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637332?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 >DuPont and Yada Systems announced the integration of the Web-based DuPont Performance Services business improvement tools with ProfitNet Management System. The new interface will provide a communication path from ProfitNet to DuPont’s business improvement tools, eliminating the need for ProfitNet customers to rekey information. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/637332null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Kardol-adds-two-executives/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637342?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Kardol Quality Products, makers of masking paper products, chemicals, coatings, soaps and waxes since 1939, added two new executives to its management team, Eric Kahn, chief executive officer, and Sumner Saeks, chief operating officer. Nancy Morgan returned to Kardol as vice president of sales and marketing. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/637342null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Lights-On-For-Safety-event-helps-hundreds-of-Minne/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636829?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Early this month, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) held its 15th annual Lights On For Safety event, during which volunteers and automotive technical students conducted a free inspection and replacement of exterior vehicle light bulbs for the motoring public. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/442009/636829null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Kentucky-association-surveys-repairers-for-insurer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637365?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The Automotive Service Council of Kentucky is conducting a survey of collision repair shops in the state to determine how they would grade insurers on how well each insurer’s policies, attitude and payment practices help ensure quality repairs and customer service for Kentucky motorists. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/637365null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/House-Committee-passes-Consumer-Financial-Protecti/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636855?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The U.S. House of Representatives Financial Services Committee passed H.R. 3126, a bill for the creation of the Consumer Financial Protection Agency (CFPA), Oct. 22 in a 39-29 vote. The insurance industry was excluded from the legislation. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/636855null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/California-Autobody-Association-named-EPA-partner/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636973?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) named the California Autobody Association (CAA) an Energy Star Partner. The distinction recognizes the CAA effort to help its members increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/636973null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/CSi-Complete-adds-two-services/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637033?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 CSi Complete added two services designed to better serve customers in the automotive and auto physical damage industries. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/637033null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Utah-judge-quashes-repairers-small-claims-court-wi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636459?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 A higher court in Utah has overturned a small claims court victory achieved by a collision repairer in an alleged short-pay case involving GEICO. 2009-10-26T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/442009/636459null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/2009+Industry+Week/Matrix-System-to-feature-Patriot-bike-at-NACE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636298?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Matrix System Automotive Finishes teamed with custom bike builder Adam Canni of Canni Design for its exhibit at NACE 2009 Nov. 4?7 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/636298null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/AkzoNobel-to-create-sustainability-award-for-colli/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636188?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 In an effort to complement the advancement of waterborne technology and promote the contributions that the collision repair industry is taking to generate a sustainable future, AkzoNobel plans to create the FIT Sustainability award 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/636188null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/High-tech-vehicle-systems-bring-high-tech-safety/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635938?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 New vehicle technologies can be equal parts science and fiction, but in the category of safety systems, every new advancement exponentially increases the well being of drivers and passengers. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/635938null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/BASF-Kia-partner-in-automotive-refinish/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636067?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 BASF Coatings and Kia Motors reached an agreement to cooperate in automotive refinish solutions at Kia Motors after-sales network in worldwide locations. 2009-10-22T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/636067null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Ohio-Technical-College-goes-old-school-with-restor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635541?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Ohio Technical College is starting a new program for any techs who have a passion for restoration. OTC offers a 72-week, all-inclusive Classic Car Restoration program combining the historical significance and time-honored methods of classic car restoration with modern technology used in automotive and auto body technician training. 2009-10-22T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635541null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/House-Committee-votes-to-pass-McCarran-Ferguson-re/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636019?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee voted 20-9 in favor of H.R. 3596, the Health Insurance Industry Antitrust Act, which would partially repeal the McCarran-Ferguson Act. The House leadership has not scheduled consideration for the floor. 2009-10-22T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/636019null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/QCS-to-release-Web-based-DRP-at-NACE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635768?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Quality Claims Solutions, a provider of services to more than 40 insurance carriers nationwide, is releasing AutoBodyAlliance.com during NACE 2009. The AutoBody Alliance program is designed to assist auto repair facilities by providing a free online marketing channel to consumers, as well as the option to participate in nationwide managed direct repair networks for smaller and/or regional insurance carriers. 2009-10-21T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/635768null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/DuPont-names-two-to-Performance-Services-team/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635607?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 DuPont named Steve Aitken and Steve Trapp to two key positions within the company’s newly formed, value-added services offering, DuPont Performance Services. 2009-10-21T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/635607null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Mitchell-to-unveil-Shop-Workspace-at-NACE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635432?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Mitchell International will unveil Shop Workspace at this year’s NACE. The new Mitchell RepairCenter is designed to bring shops of any size the flexibility to manage the repair, the customer and the business from one Workspace by enabling them to select from a comprehensive set of functionality and modules. 2009-10-20T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/635432null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Insurance-rep-steps-down-from-Massachusetts-licens/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635416?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 A controversial insurance company appointee to a Massachusetts licensing board, who replaced a long-time collision repairer who was booted off the board, has stepped down after two months of service. 2009-10-20T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/635416null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Female-students-earn-WIN-scholarships-to-NACE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635420?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 For the third year in a row, the Women’s Industry Network (WIN) awarded scholarships to attend NACE to the two top-scoring female winners of SkillsUSA. 2009-10-20T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/635420null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Sherwin-Williams-giving-away-gas-grills-at-NACE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635016?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Corp.’s (SWAFC) will give away three gas grills at the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) to promote the company’s HP Process with Air-Dry Technology. 2009-10-19T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/635016null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Insurance-agents-brokers-fined-for-accepting-kickb/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634973?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Forty-three New York insurance agents and brokers have been fined a total of $42,650 for accepting kickbacks, or failing to supervise staff who accepted kickbacks, to steer customers to certain auto glass repair shops, according to New York Insurance Superintendent James Wrynn. 2009-10-19T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/634973null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/DuPont-realigns-performance-coatings-services/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635009?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 In a major realignment of its service offering to its paint brand customers, DuPont Performance Coatings (DPC) has folded its value-added services under one integrated offering – DuPont Performance Services (DPS). The new offering is designed to employ a personalized approach to improving profitability and productivity by helping customers drive more work to and through their repair centers. 2009-10-19T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/432009/635009null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/California-governor-signs-steering-bill-into-law/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634549?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed into law AB 1200, which was opposed by all the collision repair associations in the state because they said it would hurt independent auto body shops by making it easier for insurers to steer customers to their direct repair program (DRP) shops. 2009-10-15T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/422009/634549null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Make-the-most-of-your-shops-Web-site/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634038?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 When Kyle Adams moved his custom body and repair shop from Milwaukee to Winter Garden, Fla., he gave up a customer base that he had built up over a number of years. But his business in Florida hasn't suffered a bit, and he largely credits his success to having a well-designed Web site. 2009-10-14T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/422009/634038null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Nissan-selects-OEConnection-for-parts-program/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633847?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Nissan North America selected OEConnection LLC's CollisionLink Internet-based parts ordering and fulfillment solution for Nissan and Infiniti dealerships and their collision shop customers nationwide. This agreement includes CollisionLink's parts marketing administration (PMA), which automates and manages automaker parts programs. 2009-10-13T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/422009/633847null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Gerber-Collision-amp-Glass-opens-Arizona-facility/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633858?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The Boyd Group acquired Advanced Auto Body’s Anthem, Ariz., location, which will now operate under the Gerber Collision & Glass trade name. This acquisition was completed on Oct. 6, 2009. 2009-10-13T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/422009/633858null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/House-considers-limited-repeal-of-McCarran-Ferguso/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633832?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The U.S. House Judiciary Committee held a hearing on House Bill 3596, the “Health Insurance Industry Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2009,” sponsored by Rep. John Conyers Jr., D-Mich., committee chairman. Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, introduced a companion bill, S. 1681, and a hearing is scheduled for next week. 2009-10-13T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/422009/633832null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/CCC-to-hold-salvage-subrogation-discussion-at-CIEC/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633471?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 CCC Information Services will discus the reach of its solutions into the subrogation and salvage segments as part of its presentation at the Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) Inaugural Implementation Conference on Oct. 13. 2009-10-12T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/422009/633471null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Assured-Performance-Network-and-Genuine-GM-Collisi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633445?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Assured Performance and General Motors are conducting a pilot program designed to provide body shops with rebates, consumer certificates, shop identification and promotion when using 100 percent genuine GM collision parts for non-insurer paid repairs. 2009-10-12T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/422009/633445null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/SCRS-seeks-unity-through-Affiliate-Leadership-Conf/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633453?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) held its fourth annual Affiliate Leadership Conference Sept. 17. The Affiliate Leadership Conference, founded by SCRS in 2006, is a forum dedicated to providing the state and regional affiliates of the society with a meeting dedicated to fostering increased communication between the state and national level organizations and participants. 2009-10-12T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/422009/633453null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/I-CAR-schedules-new-classes-at-NACE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633171?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) will premiere two new classes at NACE 2009. Damage Analysis of Advanced Automotive Systems (DAM07) will focus on damage analysis for advanced safety and convenience systems, and the training program Collision Repair for General Motors Vehicles (GEN03) will cover vehicle-specific procedures for General Motors vehicles. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/412009/633171null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Long-Island-repair-shops-join-Recycled-Rides-progr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633126?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Long Island Auto Body Repair Shops have joined together to help six local military families in need. The repairers are members of the National Auto Body Council (NABC) and have partnered to participate in the nationwide vehicle-gifting program called Recycled Rides. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/412009/633126null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/House-Financial-Services-Committee-deliberates-on-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633160?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services held a hearing to discuss “Capital Markets Regulatory Reform: Strengthening Investor Protection, Enhancing Oversight of Private Pools of Capital, and Creating a National Insurance Office.” The hearing was focused on Rep. Paul Kanjorski’s, D-Pa., three legislative drafts from last week on investor protection, private fund adviser registration and a federal insurance office. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/412009/633160null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/CAPA-refutes-CAA-aftermarket-parts-survey/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633157?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 The Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) told California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger that a survey released in September by the California Autobody Association (CAA) is based on faulty data and that its assertion that CAPA-certified auto body repair parts are not equivalent to car company brand parts is false. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/412009/633157null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/King-Collision-schedules-open-house/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633137?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 King Collision Center (KCC) will hold an open house for vendors and the insurance industry at its newest collision repair center in Raynham, Mass., from 2 to 7 p.m. Oct. 29. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/412009/633137null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/AkzoNobel-ABRN-offer-free-process-centered-environ/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632633?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Registration is underway for the first industry webinar on process centered environments (PCE). PCE is a new approach to developing sustainable profitability specifically within a collision repair center process. 2009-10-08T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/412009/632633null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/LKQ-acquires-Greenleaf-Auto-Recyclers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632308?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 LKQ Corp. acquired Greenleaf Auto Recyclers LLC from Schnitzer Steel Industries (SSI). 2009-10-07T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/412009/632308null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Mitchells-AutocheX-to-honor-collision-repairers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632349?contextCategoryId=41828&ref=25 Mitchell AutocheX will honor collision repair facilities that have achieved exceptional customer satisfaction ratings in 2009 at its eighth annual Premier Achiever Awards ceremony. The event will take place Nov. 5 during NACE at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, and also will include a special celebration to honor the 20th anniversary of AutocheX. 2009-10-07T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/abrn/412009/632349null HTML