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The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association’s (CIECA) free webinar “The Evolution of Blockchain and How Insurers Are Leveraging the Technology,” will feature Eric Phillips, senior director of product operations for The Institutes RiskStream Collaborative. During the webinar, Phillips will provide an overview of blockchain and its evolution. He will also discuss how insurers are using blockchain and provide insight on how it could be used with other technologies in the future.

The next generation of technicians need to be well trained and prepared to keep the evolving automotive industry thriving, according to a news release. The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey contributed to this mission via its Sixth Annual Young Technician Awards recognizing Shamar Lewis of Livingston Collision, Livingston, New Jersey, and Christopher Edmonson of Westview Service, Ridgefield, New Jersey.

The new glass treatment offers long-lasting water beading and improved optical clarity for windshields and side windows. NOVUS Polish, a part of the Fix Network family of brands, launched AquaClear, a glass treatment that promises clarity, safety, and convenience for glass surfaces in vehicles, homes, and commercial spaces worldwide. AquaClear is now available for purchase and use by automotive service providers and consumers.

CCC Intelligent Solutions Inc. (CCC) announced in a news release it now offers consumer financing within the CCC ONE platform. Through a new integration with financial technology company Sunbit, collision repair shops can now offer their customers flexible financing options to cover repair costs or insurance deductibles.

Drilling holes for license plate and bracket installation is NOT INCLUDED. Reference Audatex DBRM Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions of the DBRM. “Repair, fitting, or modification of new replacement parts” The estimating databases are intended for use as a guide only. The auto body professional performing the repair is in a position to thoroughly inspect, diagnose, and identify the methodology and cost of the vehicle damage repair.

Wyoming Automotive Refinish Supply, based out of Casper, Wyoming, has joined the ColorVision team, according to a news release. For more than 100 years, Wyoming Automotive Refinish Supply has built a legacy rooted in service, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to the automotive refinish industry.

Electric vehicles have become a lightning rod topic in the automotive aftermarket, and for good reason. In the early 2020s, OEMs loudly declared an all-electric future. GM declared in 2021 that it would strive to hit 100 percent EV sales by 2035. Stellantis made a big show of ending production of its ICE muscle cars in favor of an electrified version, and EV startups such as Rivian and Lucid became household names.

The APEX by BendPak AL10C two-post lift is designed for both professional and home garages, according to a news release. It includes popular two-post lift features such as: 10,000 lbs. capacity Clearfloor design Flexible arm positioning Triple-telescoping front arms, dual-stage rear arms Automatic safety locks Telescoping screw pads and stackable adapters “The APEX AL10C is the lowest-priced 10,000 lb. capacity two-post lift in our lineup,” said Tyler Rex, BendPak senior director of marketing.

The vehicle delivery is the “moment of truth” in the customer experience. In this video from Society of Collision Repair Specialists, Kris Burton of Rosslyn Auto Body and Michael Giarrizzo Jr. of DCR Systems discuss how shops can elevate their delivery process by scheduling focused pickup appointments, demonstrating care for the vehicle, and clearly walking customers through the completed repairs.

4Plastic has appointed Frank Phillips Jr. as CEO, signaling a major step forward in the company’s global growth strategy, according to a news release. As CEO, Phillips will lead 4Plastic’s global operations, strengthen governance and performance systems, and drive the company’s next phase of disciplined, scalable growth. He brings more than 35 years of executive leadership experience across the insurance, OEM, and collision repair industries.