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Available Now: March 2025 Digital Editions of Autobody News

Did you know you can read all five regional editions of the March 2025 issue of Autobody News before they appear in print?
February 21, 2025 Autobody News Staff
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Train Techs to Complete Post-Repair Inspections, Prevent Issues

Focused, detailed time given to help collision center technicians perform post-repair inspections is vital.
February 20, 2025 Paul Hughes
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Trump EPA Moves to Repeal California’s Gas Car Ban Waiver

The EPA has formally submitted the waiver under the Congressional Review Act, providing lawmakers the opportunity to overturn it.
February 20, 2025 Autobody News Staff
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CIECA CONNEX 2025 Opens Early Bird Registration

The event will be held in Nashville and will feature a tour of the nearby Nissan Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant.
February 20, 2025 Autobody News Staff
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ABAT Rallies Collision Repairers to Advocate for Right to Appraisal Bill in Austin

Repair professionals from across Texas will head to the Capitol in late March to urge lawmakers to protect consumer rights.
February 20, 2025 Leona Scott
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EV Collision Claims Surge 38% in U.S., Mitchell Finds

Despite the increase in claims, the average severity of repairable BEV claims remained relatively stable.
February 20, 2025 Autobody News Staff
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LKQ Corp. Reports Q4 Decline, Full-Year Increase in Revenue; Net Income Down in Both

Year-over-year, LKQ Corp.'s net income fell about 15% in Q4 2024 and 27% for the full year.
February 20, 2025 Paul Hughes
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New SAFE Repair Act Proposes Stronger Consumer Protections in Federal Right to Repair Debate

The developers of the SAFE Repair Act say it would codify vehicle data access while adding safeguards for consumers.
February 20, 2025 Abby Andrews
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Single-Shop Owners Have Options as the Collision Repair Industry Continues to Consolidate

A small shop may not be attractive to regional or national consolidators, but owners can consider other routes when looking to exit the industry.
February 19, 2025 Abby Andrews
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Elitek Vehicle Services Announces Launch of ADAS MAP Powered by Opus IVS

Elitek's new software tool, using technology developed by Opus IVS, allows repairers to properly diagnose, calibrate and repair ADAS features in vehicles.
February 19, 2025 Autobody News Staff

National Association News

WIN Scholarship Campaign Raises Almost $10,000 to Support Students
Parts Delivery Times Improve; Court Rulings, Legislation Could Have Future Effects
WIN Annual Conference Encourages Women in Collision Repair to ‘Dream Out Loud’
WIN Kicks Off Annual Sponsorship Campaign
ASE Instructor Training Conference a Huge Success 
Speakers Announced for CIECA CONNEX 2023 Conference
WIN Hosts Annual Educational Conference
ASE Education Foundation Seeking Nominations for Instructor Award
ASE Announces New EV Standards, EV Testing and Certification Program
Course Topics Announced for ASE Instructor Training Conference 

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