White House administration reviewing safety benefits of heavier cars, despite environmental concerns
![Larry Hutchinson, president and chief executive officer, Toyota Canada.](https://www.collisionrepairmag.com/wp-content/smush-webp/2018/02/images_WH_Admin_Feb1.png.webp)
By CRM Staff Washington, D.C. — February 14, 2018 — In a controversial announcement, the Trump administration proclaimed its intention to review the potential safety benefits of heavier cars. This came along side their announcement to consider decreasing fuel economy targets by as much as 23 percent. Larry Hutchinson, president and chief executive […]
CCC releases February industry trends: Fourth industrial revolution
![Susanna Gotsch, director and analyst, CCC.](https://www.collisionrepairmag.com/wp-content/smush-webp/2018/02/images_CCC_Industry_Trends_Feb14.jpg.webp)
By CRM Staff Peterborough, Ontario — February 14, 2018 — According to CCC’s January industry trends, the frequency and severity of automotive collisions will continue to grow in the coming years based on national trends. This will maintain the demand for auto repair shops for the foreseeable future, despite the move toward autonomous vehicles. […]
Axalta releases improved paint colour matching app
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By CRM Staff Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — February 14, 2018 — Axalta Coating Systems recently updated their colour matching app Axalta Axs. The update is said to improve the app’s colour selection with new liquid options. The backlash to the update announcement has been swift, however, with one commenter wondering, “how it will compare […]