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 New!
Is the Collision Repair Industry Recession Proof?
We asked a few high profile industry members to
weigh-in on the question with the benefit of their experience.
State Farm to Expand Electronic Parts Ordering Program
The decision has been made to begin expanding the
electronic parts ordering program that, to date, has only been in pilot
testing.
New!
 Gary
Wano, Newly Elected Chairman of the Society of Collision Repair
Specialists
Wano stresses the importance of working together, and
looks at the future of SCRS from the perspective of its past success.
New York Says Not Illegal for Repairers to Rebate Deductibles
State lawyers find there is nothing inherently
fraudulent about a deductible rebate.
 I-CAR
Chairman Explains New Approach and Direction for Training Provider
John Edelen addressed CIC and spoke with
CollisionWeek to explain I-CAR's renewed, customer-driven focus.
Body Repair Costs, Insurance Premiums and
Inflation
A historical look at the cost of body work and
insurance compared to the consumer price index.
Mitchell International, CCC Plan Merger
Two of the three main information providers agree to
join forces.
 State
Repair Facility Populations and Vehicle Registration Data
Estimating relative competition and the amount of potential business in
each state by comparing the number of registered vehicles per repair
facility.
U.S. Motorists Driving Less for First Time in 25 Years
New government figures show total vehicle miles traveled in the U.S.
dropped for the first time since 1982.
 Progressive's
Multi-Million Dollar Steering Suit:
Interview with Greg Coccaro
Meet the NY shop owner behind the lawsuit accusing Progressive of
deceptive, anti-consumer trade practices.
What's All the Fuss About Lean Production?
Vice President of Keenan Auto Body, explains why they embarked on a
journey to become lean.
Smooth Switch to Waterborne- Paint System Comparison
The switch to waterborne is easier and cheaper than many feared.
Also a side by side comparison of the different waterborne paint systems
available.
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