Every collision repair moves through five stages, and the same trouble spots turned up at the same stages in independents and ...

State survey found shops averaging $67 an hour while insurers paid $60.50, with recommendations expected in 2027.

A strong El Niño typically steers storms south, and shops say severe weather can stall work before it arrives.

Weaver and IBIS’ Robert Snook make the case for leaders telling hard truths, hiring for tomorrow, and treating employees as ...

Higgins on budgeting, parts margin leaks, consolidation, and why independent shops have an edge over bigger operators.

A survey of 120 shop owners, managers, and technicians shows exactly where to spend your time on the SEMA floor this year.

Michigan’s new dealer data law limits who can access certain information stored in vehicle dealers’ computer systems. It does ...

The estimating and claims software provider would go private, with closing targeted for the first quarter of 2027.

Speakers urged shop leaders to turn industry headwinds into action through peer connections, targeted technology, and clear ...

Clearing personal data and parts cart storage, two newer total-loss charges, are paid 37% and 33% of the time.

Plus, Crash Champions opens in Spring Hill, Jacobus CARSTAR turns 50, and NABC Recycled Rides gifts five vehicles.

Odessa shop owner Gilbert Ramirez says turning good ideas into lasting processes takes trust, team buy-in, and daily ...