Jay Sicht

Editor-in-Chief, FenderBender and ABRN

Phone: (573) 489-8544

Jay Sicht is editor-in-chief of FenderBender and ABRN. He has worked in the automotive aftermarket for more than 29 years, including in a number of sales and technical support roles in paint/parts distribution and service/repair. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Central Missouri with a minor in aviation, and as a writer and editor, he has covered all segments of the automotive aftermarket for more than 20 of those years, including formerly serving as editor-in-chief of Motor Age and Aftermarket Business World. Connect with him on LinkedIn.

State Farm Piloting ADAS Program with OPUS IVS

Jay Sicht

Oct. 9, 2024

Opus IVS CEO Brian Herron has promised the company will not be involved in negotiating pricing ADAS calibrations.

Podcasts

CollisionCast: Repair Planning for Refinishing

Jay Sicht

Oct. 2, 2024

Tom Wolf, director of strategic accounts and OEM aftersales at PPG Automotive Refinish, joins Jay Sicht to discuss why it's important to research refinishing considerations that...

The scope of the SEMA Show is massive, from the outdoor exhibits to the four indoor halls.

Driver's Seat

Are You Ready for the SEMA Show?

Jay Sicht

Oct. 1, 2024

Here are some suggestions to make the most of your week.

Anthony McNee, 2024 Best Repair Planner/Estimator

Articles

The Best Repair Planner/Estimator Award Winner: Anthony McNee

Jay Sicht

Sept. 29, 2024

Recognized by fellow staff for his efforts to stay current on new technology, he’s committed to SOPs to ensure critical repair procedures are performed.