The SEMA Show is the premier destination for manufacturers and buyers looking to discover thousands of the latest innovations in the automotive aftermarket industry. Spanning four days, this trade-only event encourages attendees to experience hands-on workshops and live demonstrations, engage in educational seminars and network with peers in various sectors of the field—from collision repair to vehicle restoration and more.
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Southeast Collision Conference 2024
The Carolinas Collision Association (CCA) and the Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association (WMABA) have partnered a
Toyota Certified Collision Center Expo 2024
Toyota’s inaugural Certified Collision Center Expo invites collision industry partners to showcase their products and services. Join dealer principals, general managers, collision center owners, and collision center managers, as well as an estimated 300 Toyota Certified Collision Centers to explore new opportunities.
Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights 2023 Year in Review
2023 ended with electric vehicle (EV) repairable claims frequency at 1.97% in the United States and 2.86% in Canada. That represents an increase of more than 40% in both regions over the previous year. When compared to 2020, the frequency of claims for repairable EVs has more than tripled.
Latest Mitchell Data Shows Continued Increase in Electric Vehicle Collision Claims
Mitchell today announced the publication of its latest trends report: Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights. This issue provides a year-over-year analysis of EV claims volume, which increased in 2023 by more than 40% in the U.S. and Canada.
Classic Collision Licenses Mitchell Cloud Estimating for Use at All Locations
Mitchell and Classic Collision, LLC, one of the top four largest MSOs in the nation, today announced that they have signed a multi-year agreement. The enterprise licensing agreement gives all current and future Classic Collision locations access to Mitchell Cloud Estimating with Integrated Repair Procedures as well as the company’s Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) calculator.
ADAS Calibration: The New Profit Center
While the U.S. has made significant progress in improving motor vehicle safety since the fatality rate hit its peak nearly a hundred years ago, there’s still work to do. Excessive speed continues to be a significant contributing factor in traffic deaths and injuries, along with the rise in distracted driving.