Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association

06/17/2026

The FBI has issued a public service announcement (PSA) warning about an emerging phishing scam targeting Microsoft 365 services, including Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive. A Phishing-as-a-Service (PH…

06/17/2026

A Florida jury has awarded a $603 million payment to the family of a mother of two killed when a counterfeit airbag detonated in her car following a minor crash, according to the law firm represent…

06/15/2026

🚗🔧 Passionate about collision repair? Ready to help train the next generation of technicians?

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member in Auto Body/Collision Repair to teach future collision repair professionals through hands-on instruction and industry-focused education. Candidates with collision repair experience, I-CAR certifications, and a passion for sharing their knowledge are encouraged to apply.

As our industry continues to face a technician shortage, instructors play a critical role in developing the skilled workforce that keeps collision repair moving forward. If you've ever considered giving back to the industry and helping shape future careers, this could be a great opportunity.

📍 Northern Virginia Community College (Multiple Campus Locations)
📚 Auto Body/Collision Repair Program
🔧 Industry experience required

Learn more and apply:
NOVA Auto Body/Collision Repair Instructor Position

Job Description:Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct f...

06/15/2026

Estimating Tip – CCCONE Web – Independent Image Window

CCC ONE Web users can now view images in a separate browser tab or window overlaying the estimate workfile screen. This feature allows you to keep photos continuously visible while writing your estimate, eliminating the need to constantly switch back and forth using the left-side navigation bar.

How to use it:

· Navigate to the top blue menu bar of the workfile.

· Select the Image Icon (indicated by the red circle) to open the photo viewer in an overlay window.

06/05/2026

🎨💰 Are paint and material costs eating into your profits?

During a recent Collision P.R.E.P. session at the Southeast Collision Conference, industry veteran John Shoemaker shared practical strategies to help shops better manage paint and material (P&M) expenses—not by simply cutting costs, but by improving how materials are measured, tracked, and reimbursed. Key takeaways included accurate damage assessments, monitoring paint usage metrics, inventory management, and ensuring shops are properly compensated for the materials they use.

As margins continue to tighten, understanding where dollars are gained—or lost—can make a significant difference in a shop’s bottom line.

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John Shoemaker, an industry speaker, retired business consultant, and former BASF Refinish business development manager, shared in April how, over the years, he has helped shops temper paint and ma…

06/01/2026

Estimating Tip – CCC – Print Preview Workfile

CCCOne Web users can now “Print Preview” the CCCONE Web workfile by clicking on the “print” and selecting the document you want to view. A new popup window will appear in .pdf to save or print.

05/29/2026

📣🔧 Support for skilled trades education continues to grow nationwide.

A recent survey found strong demand from voters, parents, and high school students for expanded access to career and technical education programs — including skilled trades like collision repair, automotive technology, welding, and more.

As the collision repair industry faces an ongoing workforce shortage, investing in hands-on education and training programs is more important than ever. These programs create real opportunities for students to enter rewarding, high-demand careers without the burden of significant college debt.

The future of our industry depends on developing the next generation of skilled professionals — and it’s encouraging to see growing recognition of that need.

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A new national survey commissioned by Harbor Freight Tools for Schools has found strong demand for the expansion of skilled trades education in U.S. public high schools. More than 6,000 U.S. voters…

05/28/2026

💡🚘 Vehicle technology continues to evolve — and adaptive lighting is the latest advancement making its way to U.S. roads.

Audi has announced that its adaptive beam headlight technology is expected to debut in the United States later this year, bringing enhanced visibility and safety features already seen in other global markets.

As modern vehicles incorporate increasingly sophisticated systems, it’s another reminder of how important proper diagnostics, calibration, and OEM repair procedures have become in today’s collision repair environment.

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Audi’s adaptive beam headlights will debut in the U.S. on the 2027 Audi Q9 and SQ9 flagship SUV models later this year, after years of regulatory delay. The adaptive driving beam (ADB) Digital Mat…

05/28/2026

🚗✨ From disco balls to German luxury repairs — Tysons Corner Collision Center’s story is a reminder of how far the collision repair industry continues to evolve.

This feature highlights the transformation of a once-unlikely space into a modern collision repair facility focused on advanced vehicle technology, OEM standards, and high-end repairs. It’s also a great example of the passion, adaptability, and investment happening throughout our industry every day.

As vehicles become more complex, shops like this continue raising the bar for safe, proper repairs and customer experience.

👉 Read more: https://www.chasidyraesisk.com/from-disco-ball-to-german-luxury-a-new-era-at-tysons-corner-collision-center/

If you look closely at the ceiling of Tysons Corner Collision Center (Vienna, VA), you might spot a relic from a different era: a disco ball.
Long before it was a state-of-the-art repair facility, the building served as the local ice skating rink. Today, the ice skates and Zamboni are gone, the disco lights are replaced by high-efficiency LEDs, and the only things gliding across the floor are some of the most expensive German-engineered machines in the world.

For General Manager Ian Martin, the transition from a place of leisure to a place of precision is a metaphor for the shop’s evolution. “It’s a beautiful place to work – heated, air-conditioned and packed with top-tier equipment, but what truly makes it special is the culture we’re building within these walls.”

https://www.chasidyraesisk.com/from-disco-ball-to-german-luxury-a-new-era-at-tysons-corner-collision-center/

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