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Interview: Bill Brower, SVP Global Industry Relations & North America Claims Sales at Solera
Brower details how artificial intelligence use in collision repair and claims is evolving along with its growing role supporting sustainability goals. For several years, collision repair facility operators and auto claims staff have been increasing using artificial intelligence (AI) enabled estimating tools to improve productivity and the claim process. In our video interview embedded below, […]
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Department of Labor Issues Final Overtime Rule
Rule raises salary threshold to $43,888 on July 1, then $58,656 on January 1. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule that increases the salary thresholds required to exempt a salaried bona fide executive, administrative or professional employee from federal overtime pay requirements. The DOL had proposed the new regulation last year. Effective […]
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Classic Collision’s Kayla Williams Clark Joins Collision Repair Education Foundation Board of Trustees
The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) announced Kayla Williams Clark, Vice President of Business Development for Classic Collision, has joined its Board of Trustees. “The Foundation is delighted that Kayla has joined our Board of Trustees,” says CREF Executive Director Brandon Eckenrode. “Her experience in this industry and her passion for assisting students as they […]
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CARSTAR Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Rockford, Illinois
CARSTAR announced the addition of CARSTAR Team JC Auto Rebuilders in Rockford, Ill. to its network of collision repair centers in the U.S. Marcos Mejia, owner of the new CARSTAR Team JC Auto Rebuilder, started in the collision repair industry when he was 12 years old. His passion and pride for taking care of customers […]
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Axalta Irus Mix Wins Silver 2024 Edison Award
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) announced that it has won three 2024 Edison Awards. Axalta Irus Mix won silver in the Environmental and Industrial Solutions category. Axalta Irus Mix, launched last year in Europe, is an automated, hands-free paint mixing machine that delivers highly accurate color, maximizing efficiency in a body shop. Axalta Irus Mix […]
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Meyer Distributing Acquires Frank’s Supply
Meyer Distributing, Inc. announced that they have acquired the assets of Frank’s Supply, a regional distributor serving the southern states of Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and New Mexico. Meyer Distributing. a wholesale distributor has more than 100 locations nationwide and over 3,500,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space, According to the company, all customer orders placed with […]
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IIHS Reports Crash Avoidance Systems Struggle in New Test
Few small SUVs excel in new front crash prevention test. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is updating its vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention test to address crashes that occur at higher speeds and those in which the struck vehicle is a motorcycle or large truck. Only one of the first 10 small SUVs evaluated in […]
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Innovation Group North America and Crash Champions Announce Technology Partnership
The Innovation Group North America (IG) has announced a collaboration with Crash Champions. Innovation Group’s advanced technology and Crash Champions’ operational expertise will drive significant advancements in the industry, while further enhancing processes, turnaround times, and the exceptional service customers have come to know from Crash Champions. “Innovation Group welcomes Crash Champions to our network,” […]
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April 30 ASE Webinar Examines Pros, Cons & SOPs for Aftermarket Sheet Metal
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, April 30 at 4:00 p.m. EDT entitled Pros, Cons & SOPs for Aftermarket Sheet Metal. Registration for the webinar is available online. In this webinar, Kevin Tetz with Paintucation will discuss how to “qualify” aftermarket parts from construction integrity to […]
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Honda to Invest $11 Billion to Establish Electric Vehicle Value Chain in Canada
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it plans to build a comprehensive EV value chain in Canada with an approximate investment of CAD$15 billion ($11 billion), including investment by joint venture partners, to strengthen its EV supply system and capability to prepare for a future increase in EV demand in North America. Honda has begun […]
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