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Many shop owners today are asking the same question: Where will my next dependable revenue stream come from? Learn the Five Signs that Commercial Vehicle Refinish may be the smart...
July 1, 2026
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Every year, collision shops across the country face fines, failed inspections, and shutdowns — not just from OSHA, but from EPA and DOT as well. Most operators are only watching...
June 2, 2026
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Discover how CARSTAR helps collision repair shops grow faster, increase revenue, streamline operations, and attract more customers—all while keeping full control of your business...
April 7, 2026
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Fix Auto USA helps independent collision centers thrive with expert guidance, proven systems, and growth tools—so you stay in control of your business.
April 7, 2026
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Collision repair centers store customer vehicles, valuable parts, and specialized equipment - making them prime targets for theft and vandalism. This playbook outlines five practical...
April 1, 2026
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Customer vehicles, catalytic converters, and specialized tools make collision repair centers attractive targets for thieves. Discover the security gaps criminals look for and ...
April 1, 2026
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What if you could spot performance issues before they cost you? Collision Core™ Diagnostics delivers real-time KPIs in one simple dashboard, helping shops reveal trends early,...
March 26, 2026
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The market for automotive protective coating services is growing as consumers want to protect their vehicles from corrosion and wear and tear. 2K protective coating sprays have...
Nov. 3, 2025
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Steve Bach, Product Specialist at Seymour Paint, describes modern collision repair techniques and proper preparation procedures for using 2K adhesives and seam sealers.
Sept. 24, 2025
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A shortage of adequately trained ADAS calibration technicians contributes to motorist safety issues, say University of North Florida researchers.
July 28, 2025
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In this first Motor Age LinkedIn Live event, Pete Meier, director of training for Motor Age, speaks with Shante Bell of ApprenticeshipNC, a program of the North Carolina Community...
Nov. 18, 2021
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The Rogue ET 200iP Pro has features you wouldn't expect in a machine offered at such an affordable price, so if you're in the market for a TIG machine - Go Rogue!
Oct. 28, 2021
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Have you ever felt like your team isn’t listening?
Sept. 29, 2021
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Touch up your paint booth profits with the tips in this Ask the Expert.
July 16, 2021
Shop owners, technicians, painters and more collision shop staff have questions. Lots of them. Here's your chance to ask!
April 8, 2021
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The first free webinar in the new GFS ABRN series Collision Repair Shop Best Practices is out now to help you best set up your shop.
March 26, 2021
More than a year into a global pandemic, repair shops have the chance to recover lost business, and grow new, if they take the right steps.
March 16, 2021
3 M Core Four Solutions Whitepaper
This whitepaper from 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division explains the core four solutions to achieve the proper corrosion protection.
Nov. 7, 2017
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The checklist covers five key operations: surface preparation, paint mixing, spray painting, spray gun cleaning, and health and safety management.
Aug. 10, 2016
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According to the responses collected from almost 300 independent garage owners, demand trends in the DIFM channel increased in April relative to the prior year's period.
June 4, 2015
Independent Automotive Repair Garage Survey January 2015 results page 1 54fdee9b385e6
According to the survey responses collected from almost 300 independent garage owners, demand trends in the DIFM channel increased in January relative to the prior year's period...
March 9, 2015
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According to the results of its December survey, the positive sales trends that characterized business in the "do it for me" (DIFM) channel at the end of the third quarter continued...
Jan. 30, 2015
Independent Automotive Repair Garage Survey November 2014 page 1 54c6519fafac8
According to the survey responses collected from almost 300 independent garage owners, demand trends in the DIFM channel increased in November relative to the prior year's period...
Jan. 26, 2015