CollisionCast

Scott Flom, a longtime body shop manager now with Anderson & Koch Ford Collision Center in North Branch, Minn., explains how getting equipped to handle ADAS calibrations has helped his employer boost its efficiency.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features an update on the recent increase of mergers and acquisitions. Also, please email FenderBender at news@fenderbender.com to let us know what type of news you'd like to hear more of in future podcast episodes.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features an update on the Paycheck Protection Program and the revised plans for a popular industry event that was postponed until August. Also, please email FenderBender at news@fenderbender.com to let us know what type of news you'd like to hear more of in future podcast episodes.

Washington shop president Brent Maier explains how he carved out time in his work schedule to get a degree that helped him become a significantly better leader.

Steve Green, a public adjuster who works for Globe Midwest Adjusters International, explains why it's important to speak with more than just an insurance agent if your shop ever sustains damage.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features updates on the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Advance program, and a major North American collision repair business merger.

This week's 4-minute, auto industry news report features an update on PPP loan specifics and information on the newly formed Consumer Access to Repair Coalition.

MSO operator DJ Mitchell shares his tips for determining when it's an ideal time for adding a crucial hire to your admin staff.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report includes updates on the 2020 SEMA Show, and Ford's most highly anticipated vehicle in years.

In this episode of marketing expert Megan Williams' monthly podcast, she notes the best practices for search engine optimization and keywords, to help a body shop's website truly stand out from competition.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features an update on more Paycheck Protection Program assistance available to shop owners. Also, please email FenderBender at news@fenderbender.com to let us know what type of news you'd like to hear more of in future podcast episodes.

Robert Minotti, who operates three Toronto-area shops, explains how his business has dialed in and improved its gross profit in recent years.

Aaron Rolfsrud, who works in operations for Master Collision in Minneapolis, recalls how his workplace sustained damage during riots on May 29, but quickly recovered thanks to the help of employees and the community. Rolfsrud also recaps the lessons that situation taught him, like about the need to be fully aware of your insurance coverage.  

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features an update on a Honda cyber attack that could impact collision repair facilities.

This week's 4-minute, auto industry news report features an update on a virtual meeting that got a major consolidator into hot water recently.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features updates on PPP reform, the 2020 SEMA Show, and the revamped NORTHEAST event.

Nick Schoolcraft, president of Phoenix Solutions Group, advises shops to change their narrative during the coronavirus crisis to let customers know they're available without overloading them with information. Here's how to conduct a successful email campaign to stay in front of your customers.

In this podcast episode, John Waters, a Phoenix-area business coach who aids body shops, breaks down his 90-day plan for helping businesses rebound from the COVID-19 crisis.

DJ Mitchell, vice president and co-owner of MITCHCO Collision Repair, is back for this month's MSO Podcast episode to share his advice on how shop operators can successfully guide their staff through turbulent times.

This week's 4-minute, auto industry news report features an update on efforts by Congress to provide small business owners like body shop operators additional financial aid during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features updates on OSHA's requirements for reporting COVID-19 cases in workplaces.

In this month's From the Editors podcast, FenderBender editors Bryce and Anna note a few opportunities the COVID-19 pandemic has created for shop owners. After all, bad situations show people's true colors, and this time can be a real launching pad for a shop business.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features updates on key industry events scheduled for later in 2020.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features analysis of Paycheck Protection Program statistics regarding the collision repair industry.

In this week's 4-minute, FenderBender audio news report, learn more about how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting some major auto industry companies.