SEMA 2025
The SEMA Show returns as the automotive aftermarket industry's premier event, bringing together thousands of manufacturers, buyers, and enthusiasts to explore cutting-edge products and technologies
Rivian Third-Party Collision and Service Summit 2025
Rivian will host its annual Third-Party Collision and Service Summit, bringing together partners and members of its certified repair network.
CIECA CONNEX Conference 2025
Industry stakeholders will gather at the 2025 CIECA CONNEX Conference, themed "Insights to Innovation: The Future of Collision Industry Technology.鈥 The event will feature presentations on emerging
CARSTAR Canada Conference 2025
CARSTAR Canada will host its 2025 Annual Conference, themed "RISE," bringing together franchise partners and vendors for three days focused on operational excellence and business growth.
Episode 16: Driving Success Through Collaboration
Matt Ebert, Founder & CEO of Crash Champions, joins host Ryan Mandell to discuss the evolution of the collision industry. While addressing topics that include changes in claims frequency, vehicle complexity and shop profitability, they explore how increased collaboration between insurers and repairers is benefiting consumers. Matt also shares his journey from owning a single facility to a 650-location MSO along with his insights into why a partnership approach is essential to solving the technician shortage and ensuring the industry鈥檚 future success.
Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights Q1 2025
3 MIN READ
In Q1 2025, claims frequency for repairable, collision-damaged battery electric vehicles (BEVs) rose to 3.12% in the U.S. and 4.48% in Canada. That is an increase of approximately 31% in the U.S. and Canada over Q1 2024 and 2% and 4% respectively over the previous quarter. BEV sales remain strong and accounted for more than 9% of new vehicle sales in the U.S. and 10% of new vehicle sales in Canada in March 2025.