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From The Desk Of Mike Anderson: Battery Reconnects Lead Police To Visit Shop 3 Times Until Solution Found


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A car's satellite radio was notifying local police a crash had happened at the body shop every time the battery was reconnected.

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Solving The Tech Shortage: CCI Provides Defined Career Path, Training For Entry-Level Techs


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The Collision Career Institute can produce a standalone tech in about 18 months, according to one of its co-founders.

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Bowen’s Collision Drives Shop Confidence With CCC® Diagnostics Workflow

Scott Austin, general manager of Bowen's Collision, uses CCC Diagnostics Workflow to integrate diagnostics into every single repair plan.

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Western News

Folsom Lake Chrysler Jeep Ram Dodge Dealership Sold Back To Original Owners


Fifth Wave Automotive Group built the dealership in 2001 and sold it in 2010.


California Senate Committee Passes Bill Regulating Autonomous Vehicles


The bill allows local governments within the state to set their own rules regarding the operation of AVs.

Southwest News

NABC Holds Lone Star Changing And Saving Lives Golf Fundraiser In Texas

 

The tournament raised money for the NABC's foundation, which funds several national programs.

NABC Donates Vehicle To Texas Veteran

 

The presentation was made April 10 at the Lone Star Changing and Saving Lives Golf Tournament at the Texas Star Golf Course in Dallas.

Southeast News

New Orleans Saints Owner Acquires Ray Brandt Dealerships, Collision Centers


Gayle Benson bought four dealerships and three collision centers in Louisiana and Mississippi.

North Carolina Body Shop Owner Charged With Insurance Fraud


The Gaston County man is accused of accepting insurance payments to use new parts on a repair, but not doing so.

Northeast News

McGovern Auto Group Acquires 30th Dealership In New Hampshire Expansion

 

Toyota of Portsmouth is now McGovern Toyota of Portsmouth.

Man Faces Trial For Baltimore Auto Repair Shop Shooting

 

The shooter was reportedly a disgruntled customer who hadn't paid for repairs to his car, so it was towed and auctioned off.

Midwest News

AASP-MN Awards $16,000 In Scholarships To Auto Students


Each $1,000 scholarship will help automotive service and collision repair students pay for tuition and tools.


Christian Brothers Automotive Opens New Shop Opens In Papillion, NE

 

The new location is managed by Dan Webster, who has more than a decade of experience with the MSO as the manager of another location.

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Ep. 66: Stand Out in Marketing & Recruiting with Diane Benting


Today’s guest is knowledgeable and experienced in two hot topics within the collision repair industry: marketing and recruiting. Diane Benting is president of Body Shop Jobs, a job board for the collision repair industry.


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