The FenderBender Award

Do you know a collision repair standout owner or operator? Give them the recognition they deserve!

The collision repair industry isn’t an industry about fixing cars — it revolves around helping people. And it would be nearly impossible without the top-notch owners and operators who make up this industry.

No one knows better than you the amount of work, dedication, care, and scrupulous attention to detail that your peers put into their businesses and taking care of customers. Isn’t it time they get some recognition?

Nominate those leaders for the FenderBender Award, and let them know how much they mean to you, and the industry as a whole. The winner gets the FenderBender cover, a physical award, and bragging rights!

Nominations are open March 16, 2026, through April 30. The winner will be announced in September.

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The 2025 FenderBender Award winner is Jon Sommers, director of body shops in Dover and Wilmington, Delaware, for the Winner Automotive Group. Read his story here.

Best Repair Planner/Estimator Award

Returning for the third year in 2026, the Best Repair Planner/Estimator Award celebrates those who place an unwavering emphasis on safe and quality repairs. These are the professionals with a sharp eye for detail, a commitment to quality work, and the expertise to plan intensive repairs.

The Best Repair Planner/Estimator has the know-how to improve efficiency while committing to safety and OEM-specified repair quality every time.
Nominations are open through April 30.

The 2025 Best Repair Planner/Estimator is Will Barkley, production manager of K&M Collision in Hickory, North Carolina. Read his story here.

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