CARSTAR Miller Auto Body and Erie Insurance Donate a Refurbished Vehicle to a Deserving Jefferson, WI Veterans’ Service Organization in Need of Reliable Transportation in Conjunction with National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides® Program

January 2, 2020December 30, 2019 by admin

CARSTAR Miller Auto Body and Erie Insurance Donate a Refurbished Vehicle to a Deserving Jefferson, WI Veterans’ Service Organization in Need of Reliable Transportation in Conjunction with National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides® Program

Car Presentation to Veterans’ Group Took Place December 17 at the Jefferson County Veterans’ Service Office in Jefferson, WI

JEFFERSON, WI (December 30, 2019) – On December 17, a Jefferson, WI, veterans’ service organization experienced a life-changing event – the presentation of a vehicle to enable them to provide transportation to area veterans to events, meetings and medical appointments – thanks to CARSTAR Miller Auto Body and car donor Erie Insurance along with the National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides®.

The presentation of the 2004 Lexus RX330 to the Jefferson County Veterans Foundation was held at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Jefferson, WI. Attendees, shown at right, David Devine, Erie Insurance, Yvonne Duesterhoeft, Jefferson County Veterans Service Officer,

Dan Schultz, Erie Insurance, Jim Seidl, JCVF, Chair, Joseph Naylor, JCVF, Vice-Chair, Tim Anhalt, JCVF, Treasurer, Bob Jonas (Erie Insurance Agent, Day Insurance, Fort Atkinson, WI), Marty Zabel, General Manager, CARSTAR Miller Auto Body, Eric Mueller, Shop Manager, CARSTAR Miller Auto Body.

“We were honored to work with Erie Insurance and the National Auto Body Council to restore the Lexus for the veterans,” said Debbie Zabel with CARSTAR Miller Auto Body, shown at right with the team including (L-R) Joel Zabel, CARSTAR Miller Auto Body, Erika Zabel-Turek, CARSTAR Miller Auto Body, Yvonne Duesterhoeft, Jefferson County Veterans Service Officer, Marty Zabel, General Manager, Miller Auto Body CARSTAR, and Debbie Zabel, Miller Auto Body CARSTAR. “It gives us joy to know that it will be used to bring our veterans to their doctors’ appointments and other services for the organization.”

NABC Recycled Rides® is a unique program in which businesses representing all facets of the collision repair industry team up to repair and donate vehicles to individuals and families in need of reliable transportation. Since the inception of the NABC Recycled Rides® program in 2007, members of the National Auto Body Council® have donated more than 2,400 vehicles valued at more than $34 million.

Local First Responders Learn New Rescue Skills through NABC First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™) Program

January 2, 2020December 23, 2019 by admin

Local First Responders Learn New Rescue Skills through NABC First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™) Program

NABC F.R.E.E.™ Program, LKQ Corporation Provide Education and Guidance for Burleson and surrounding areas on How to Extricate People from Today’s Advanced Vehicles

Burleson, TX – More than 30 first responders from Burleson and surrounding areas gathered recently for a demonstration of the latest techniques in emergency vehicle extrication, preparing them to provide the best response for car accident victims in the region, all thanks to the National Auto Body Council® F.R.E.E.™ program and LKQ Corporation.

In crashes where minutes can spell the difference between life and death, first responders to the accident scene need up-to-date information so they can act quickly and safely! Knowing specifically where and how to efficiently cut, pry and extricate can make the difference in saving precious minutes and lives as well as the safety of the first responders.

Keeping first responders up to date on the latest new technology in vehicles is a challenge for every local fire department. The NABC First Responder Emergency Extrication program (F.R.E.E.™) helps first responders stay abreast of the rapid changes in vehicle design. High-strength steel, airbags, advanced restraint systems, onboard technology and safety around alternative fuel vehicles are all covered in the program. The growing popularity of high-voltage hybrid and electric vehicles and the many safety concerns surrounding these vehicles makes this program a necessity. Alternative fuel systems present different challenges when first responders arrive at the scene of an accident. Electric cars, hybrid cars and natural gas vehicles have fuel systems that pose dangers for first responders if need arises to cut or pry the vehicle for rescue.

LKQ Corporation, located at 2955 S. Burleson Blvd., Burleson, TX, hosted first responders from Burleson and surrounding areas at a special NABC F.R.E.E.™ instruction program to help ensure Texas drivers have the best prepared response in case of an accident.

Randy Wittig, director of LKQ Corporation Special Projects said “We work with vehicles with high-tensile strength steels every day. It was a privilege to connect with our local first responders and provide the opportunity to practice extrication techniques on later model cars.”

Donna Winn LKQ Site Manger added “The LKQ Burleson location is a large facility that gives us the ability to host a NABC F.R.E.E.™ event. Hosting an event is one way to give back to the community and provides First Responders the opportunity to practice extrication techniques.”

Toyota auto manufacturer provided the vehicles, and HURST Jaws of Life supplied the classroom education and extrication demonstration.

CARSTAR La Habra Joins Allstate to Donate a Refurbished Vehicle to a Deserving Los Angeles Recipient in Need of Reliable Transportation

January 2, 2020December 17, 2019 by admin

CARSTAR La Habra Joins Allstate to Donate a Refurbished Vehicle to a Deserving Los Angeles Recipient in Need of Reliable Transportation

Car Presentation to Recipients Took Place on Wednesday, December 11 at CARSTAR La Habra in La Habra, CA

LA HABRA, CA (December 17, 2019) – On Wednesday, December 11, a deserving Los Angeles resident will experience a life-changing event – the presentation of a vehicle to provide them independence and the ability to work and take care of their families – thanks to CARSTAR La Habra and car donor Allstate Insurance, along with the National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides® program.

The presentation was held at CARSTAR La Habra in La Habra, CA.

CARSTAR La Habra and Allstate Insurance presented a refurbished 2018 Jeep Compass to the DelGado family, who was selected by Family Promise of Orange County.

The DelGado family, with daughters Daisy and Zoe and a new baby on the way, need transportation to take care of their family, get to work and become self-sufficient. Miguel DelGado is a maintenance technician and Erica DelGado works at a bowling alley. They recently were approved for state-funded child care, which means Erica can now work full time. They became homeless after their car broke down and Miguel was challenged getting to work on time. They are now taking the bus, a challenge for a family in Orange County.

“What a great day and what a great opportunity to celebrate with the DelGado family,” said Huy Truong with CARSTAR LaHabra. “Being able to work with our team at CARSTAR LaHabra, Allstate and our other partners to give their family reliable transportation is amazing.”

NABC™ Day In Palm Springs – January 14, 2020

December 10, 2019December 10, 2019 by admin

NABC™ Day In Palm Springs – January 14, 2020

UP NEXT: Join us for the 2020 NABC™ Day in Palm Springs featuring the NABC™ Palm Springs Pars for Cars golf fundraiser, NABC Recycled Rides®, NABC First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™) event and the annual NABC™ Industry Reception!

January 14, 2020
Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort l Palm Springs, CA

Santa Presents Veteran Gift of Transportation

January 2, 2020December 10, 2019 by admin

Santa Presents Veteran Gift of Transportation

A veteran from Kansas City, Missouri received an early Christmas gift when Santa awarded him keys to a 2015 Chrysler 200 at a ceremony on Thursday, December 12.

Lawrence Smith (pictured above, right, receiving keys to a 2015 Chrysler 200 from Santa Claus at CARSTAR Metcalf), was chosen by Veterans Community Project (VCP) in Kansas City. Smith lives in “VCP Village” which is a community of tiny homes built by the VCP as transitional living for homeless veterans.

Smith does not currently have access to a vehicle. His job is out by the Kauffman Stadium and he has taken the bus to work for the past seven months, which is approximately 90 minutes to work and 90 minutes back. Smith, an Army veteran, needed his own transportation, not only to reduce his commute, but also to allow him to begin school. He plans to start classes in January 2020, which will allow him to pursue his dream of a career in Information Technology.

“This car couldn’t go to a more deserving or harder working guy. Watching his growth while at VCP over the last year has been inspiring. He set a goal, he has worked very hard towards it, and now he will have the ability to go back to school, thanks to this car,” said Wes Williams, case manager at Veterans Community Project.

The veteran was chosen to receive a National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides® vehicle from CARSTAR Metcalf Auto Body. NABC Recycled Rides® is a community service program of the National Auto Body Council® where body shops repair and donate vehicles to agencies and families in need.

The Chrysler 200 was donated by Farmers Insurance^®. The vehicle had been damaged due to a collision but had less than 63,000 miles. Technicians at CARSTAR Metcalf volunteered their skills to repair and refurbish the car.

“When Farmers offered this car, I thought it was perfect for the NABC Recycled Rides® program,” said Steve Hahn, owner of CARSTAR Metcalf. “This is a great way to give back to veterans in our community and show them appreciation.”

(Pictured above, left, Steve Hahn, owner of CARSTAR Metcalf presented keys to a NABC Recycled Ride® to Lawrence Smith, a veteran from Veterans Community Project in Kansas City.)

“Farmers Insurance was founded by two World War I veterans and we are proud of our longstanding commitment to our nation’s veterans and military members,” said Wendy Hesse, a MSO account manager for Farmers Insurance. “The Farmers team is honored to be able to give the gift of dependable transportation to a veteran who has sacrificed for our country.”

Farmers employees from the Olathe, Kansas office also donated some “extras” to the veteran during the holiday season, including a winter coat, winter accessories and gas station gift cards.

Santa Claus was played by Chris Lauderdale, Field Claims Supervisor for Farmers Insurance.VFW Post 7396 in Lenexa provided the Honor Guard.

Many other businesses and organizations donated to make this car gifting possible including Allied/Blue Valley Towing, Burnett Automotive, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Extreme Detail, Midway Auto Parts, New Century Dodge, Olathe Dodge, State Line Chrysler/Jeep/Dodge, The Glass Company, VFW Post 7396, Charity Cars and the National Auto Body Council.

This is the second year CARSTAR Metcalf has partnered with Veterans Community Project to donate a car to a veteran to help them improve their lives.

About CARSTAR Metcalf: This CARSTAR location is located at 7235 West 162^nd St in Stilwell, KS. Steve Hahn is the owner. www.carstarmetcalf.com.

The National Auto Body Council® Joins Forces with the Collision Repair Education Foundation and Hertz to Educate Students about the Dangers of Distracted Driving

January 2, 2020December 5, 2019 by admin

THE NATIONAL AUTO BODY COUNCIL® JOINS FORCES WITH THE COLLISION REPAIR EDUCATION FOUNDATION AND HERTZ TO EDUCATE STUDENTS ABOUT THE DANGERS OF DISTRACTED DRIVING

The NABC™ Distracted Driving Initiative™ Shares the “It Can Wait” Program with Students at Kingswood Park High School in Houston

CHARLOTTE (December 5, 2019) – This week, students at Kingswood Park High School in Houston experienced a virtual education program – one that shared the dangers of distracted driving. Thanks to support from Hertz, the National Auto Body Council® Distracted Driving Initiative™ was able to bring the “It Can Wait” program to hundreds of high school students participating in the Collision Repair Education Foundation Career Fair at the school.

The program features virtual reality goggles through which students can see first-hand how quickly taking their eyes and attention off the road can lead to dangerous results. Students were able to take the “It Can Wait” pledge and share their commitment not to let distracted driving impact their safety on the road. More than 500 students participated in the event.

“For teen drivers, the dangers of driving distracted are even greater,” said Brandon Rodriguez of Hertz. “We want to help them understand how even a glance at your phone or your entertainment center in your vehicle can lead to an accident. Armed with smart tips for reducing distraction and their personal pledge to drive safely, we hope they can not only protect themselves on the road but be role models for their friends and family.”

NABC™ Golf Fundraiser Photos

December 12, 2019November 26, 2019 by admin

NABC™ Golf Fundraiser Photos

Click on the galleries below to view the photos associated with each event.

Thank you to all participants in NABC™ Golf Fundraisers. The golf fundraisers help support the NABC Recycled Rides® program, NABC First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™) education program, and NABC Distracted Driving™ Initiative.

Interested in joining us at our next NABC™ Pars for Cars Golf Fundraiser? Play golf, be a sponsor or both!
Click here for details.

New Jersey 2019 - Garden State Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

St. Louis 2019 - Gateway Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Dallas 2019 - Lone Star Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2019 - NABC™ Day Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2018 - Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Dallas 2017 - Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2017 – Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Dallas 2016 - Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2014 – Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2013 – Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

NABC First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™)

December 12, 2019November 26, 2019 by admin

NABC First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™)

Click on one of the galleries below to view the photos associated with each event.
For more information on the NABC F.R.E.E.™ program, click here.

IIHS, September 2019

Forest, VA April 2019

HURST – Shelby, NC February 2019

Houston, TX 2018

NACE Conference

CARSTAR

NABC Recycled Rides®

December 12, 2019November 18, 2019 by admin

NABC Recycled Rides® Events

See the galleries below for images from past NABC Recycled Rides® events. For more information on the NABC Recycled Rides® program, click here.

If you have held a NABC Recycled Rides® event and have photos you would like to submit, please click here.

NABC™ Garden State Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

NABC™ Garden State Pars for Cars Golf Fundraiser at the Mountain View Golf Club in Ewing Township, NJ

PRINCETON, NJ (August 14, 2019) – On Wednesday, August 14, four deserving New Jersey area veterans experienced a life-changing event – the presentation of vehicles that provides them independence and the ability to work and take care of their families – thanks to the NABC Recycled Rides® program along with GEICO, which donated all four vehicles, and collision repair partners ABRA & Caliber Collision in Pennington, Son’s Collision Centers and Auto Pro Collision.

The presentation was held at the NABC Garden State Pars for Cars Golf Fundraiser at the Mountain View Golf Club in Ewing Township, NJ.

Paradise CA April 2019

URG April 2019

SEMA 2018

NACE 2018

CEICA 2018

Houston, TX 2018

SEMA 2017

SEMA 2016

Southeast Community College

The 2006 Honda Accord was taken through the 4th of July parade on a trailer with the recipients in Seward Nebraska which is the 4th of July City of Nebraska. It was then presented during the award ceremony of the parade winners.

Jeremiah's CARSTAR Collission

The Recycled Rides® vehicle was donated to Edwina Mugunbay, a retired Army Veteran who has fought 4 tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. She is a single mom who had to walk several miles a day for a part time job to support her young daughter. Because she now has a vehicle she was able to find a full time position. Because of the generosity of our vendors and partners we were able to ascertain 4K in gift cards/and goods.

The Collision Centers

Two wartime veterans were recognized for their military service and gifted with vehicles. These veterans have struggled since they returned from serving the United States. Both from Long Island and reside with their children and spouses, began to feel the pain of not having a vehicle. From walking to doctor’s appointments for their sons, struggling to buy food, to using their last monies for the bus fare, the two veterans were hit with challenges after challenges. The ceremony took place at 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 21, at the United Veterans Beacon House on the grounds of Northport VA Medical Center.

David Maus Collision Center

David Maus Collision Center (Van Tuyl Group) teams up with Hertz to donate a Recycled Rides to a veteran. Sanford, Florida September 22, 2013

Caliber Collision And Travelers Insurance

Caliber Collision and Travelers Insurance present vehicle in Frisco, TX to Army Veteran

Collission Specialists CARSTAR And State Farm

Collision Specialists CARSTAR and State Farm in Wichita, KS, domate Thanksgiving gift to local mother. November, 2014

The Collission Centers Of New York, GEICO

The Collision Centers of New York, GEICO, State Farm and several individuals teamed up to donate six cars Winter, 2014

Manchester Collision Center And GEICO

Three vehicles were donated to recipients from New Hampshire Easter Seals and Family Promise of Greater Rockingham County. July 2, 2014 Manchester, New Hampshire

LaMetry's Collision And State Farm

The family of a fallen soldier was presented with a special Recycled Rides gift. May 22, 2014 Brighton, Minnesota

ABRA Auto Body & Glass And GEICO

ABRA Auto Body & Glass and GEICO team up to present a Recycled Rides vehicle to a family at the Muscular Dystrophy Association Muscle Walk. Peoria, Arizona March 22, 2014

Enterprise Family Promise

Service King- n Norman, OK / Allstate / Enterprise Family Promise of Lawton, OK. December 2014

Community Action of Lincoln

CARSTAR of Lincoln, NE / State Farm Insurance / Community Action of Lincoln December 2014

Support The Enlisted Project

Caliber Collision-San Juan Capistrano / Support The Enlisted Project February 2015

ABRA of Riverton

ABRA of Riverton, Utah / Allstate / Family Promise January 2015

Gerber Collission & Glass

H&V Collission Centers

H&V Collision Centers teamed up with GEICO, Dupont, Enterprise Rent-a-Car to present vehicles to veterans following an Albany Devils hockey game. April 13, 2013 Albany, NY

NABC Recycled Rides^® At NACE/CARS 2014

MAACO And Enterprise Rent-A-Car

MAACO and Enterprise Rent-A-Car donated a 20014 Nissan Versa to 26 year old Marine Veteran in Charlotte, NC, who has a one year old and another on the way. Winter, 2014

Stuart, FL Recycled Rides® Gifting

Caliber Collision partnered with Allstate to provide the gift of transportation to a deserving Family Promise recipient on May 24, 2016. Watch ABC’s WPBF coverage of the event.

Single Mom In Lancaster

LANCASTER, Pa. — Some local businesses teamed up to help turn the luck around for a single mom in Lancaster County. Maria Lucia Melgar received a completely refurbished 2011 Hyundai Sonata as part of the Recycled Rides® Program. She was relying on public transportation to get back and forth from three jobs to provide for herself and her 8-year-old son and disabled mother. Recycled Rides is a program which the National Auto Body Council works to repair donated vehicles to people and families in need, The car was donated by Geico, RW Mallon donated the paint, supplies and equipment. Members of Faulkner BMW volunteered personal time to repair the car.

National Auto Body Council® Elects New Board Members, Confirms Current Board Members at 2019 SEMA Show

December 10, 2019November 11, 2019 by admin

LAS VEGAS (November 11, 2019) – At the 2019 SEMA Show, the National Auto Body Council™ held its annual meeting and board elections. In addition to re-electing five board members whose terms were expiring, it also welcomed two new members to the National Auto Body Council™ Board.

Active members in attendance at the NABC™ annual meeting had an opportunity to vote on the board members to guide the organization forward over the next three years. Newly elected board members include:

Paul Grant, President, FindPigtails.com
Matt Immerfall, CEO, All Star Auto Lights

The re-elected board members include:

Clint Marlow, Director – Claims Innovation and Customer Experience, Allstate Insurance
Anthony Natale, President, Dent Concepts
Doug Schlueter, Principal, MSO Business Development, I-CAR
Elizabeth Stein, Vice President of Industry Relations, Assured Performance
Debbie Teter, Director of Sales and Marketing, Garmat USA

For 2019-2020, the NABC™ board of directors will be:

Kerry Angers, Assistant Vice President, OEM Sales, Enterprise Holdings
Barry Barbee, Innovation and Industry Relations, Peddle
Keith Bell, North American Distribution and Industry Relations Director, Axalta Coating Systems
Kristle Bollans, Director of Replacement Accounts, the Hertz Corporation,
Kevin Creegan, National Accounts Manager, Saint Gobain Automotive Aftermarket
Brian Driehorst, Vice President of Business Development for Original One Parts
Keith Egan, National Account Manager / BETAG Innovation
Paul Grant, President, FindPigtails.com
Luke Harris, AVP of Innovation, USAA
Darren Huggins, National Collision Center Director, Berkshire Hathaway Automotive
Matt Immerfall, CEO, All Star Auto Lights
Arlo Johnson, Vice President, Sales, CARSTAR
Michael Jordan, Collision Director, IRA Collision Center
Gene Lopez, Director of Development and Training, Seidner’s Collision Centers
Clint Marlow, Director – Claims Innovation and Customer Experience, Allstate Insurance
Anthony Natale, President, Dent Concepts
Gerry Poirier, National APD Strategy Manager, Farmers Insurance
Doug Schlueter, Principal, MSO Business Development, I-CAR
Elizabeth Stein, Vice President of Industry Relations, Assured Performance
Debbie Teter, Marketing Director/National Account Manager, Garmat USA
Randy Wittig, Director of Special Projects, LKQ Corporation

The NABC™ Executive Committee adds three new members with NABC™ membership issuing a vote of confidence in our Chairman:

Darren Huggins – Chairman
Clint Marlow – Vice-Chair of Industry Relations
Elizabeth Stein – Vice-Chair of Community Relations
Doug Schlueter – Secretary
Brian Driehorst – Treasurer
Barry Barbee – Director-at-Large
Domenic Brusco – Immediate Past Chairman

“We have accomplished a great deal in 2019 and set the trajectory for the next several years,” said Bill Garoutte, President and CEO of the National Auto Body Council™. “We look forward to working with our volunteer board members – both new and returning – to continue to build positive awareness for our NABC™ members and enhance the foundation of the wonderful institution of the National Auto Body Council™. Also, we thank these board members for their commitment of time and resources to help advance our important cause. We humbly thank outgoing board members Elizabeth Clark and Bill Mayer for their years of service.”

CARSTAR Miller Auto Body and Erie Insurance Donate a Refurbished Vehicle to a Deserving Jefferson, WI Veterans’ Service Organization in Need of Reliable Transportation in Conjunction with National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides® Program

Local First Responders Learn New Rescue Skills through NABC First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™) Program

NABC F.R.E.E.™ Program, LKQ Corporation Provide Education and Guidance for Burleson and surrounding areas on How to Extricate People from Today’s Advanced Vehicles

CARSTAR La Habra Joins Allstate to Donate a Refurbished Vehicle to a Deserving Los Angeles Recipient in Need of Reliable Transportation

NABC™ Day In Palm Springs – January 14, 2020

NABC™ Golf Fundraiser Photos

New Jersey 2019 - Garden State Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

St. Louis 2019 - Gateway Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Dallas 2019 - Lone Star Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2019 - NABC™ Day Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2018 - Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Dallas 2017 - Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2017 – Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Dallas 2016 - Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2014 – Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Palm Springs 2013 – Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

NABC First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™)

IIHS, September 2019

Forest, VA April 2019

HURST – Shelby, NC February 2019

Houston, TX 2018

NACE Conference

CARSTAR

NABC Recycled Rides® Events

NABC™ Garden State Pars For Cars Golf Fundraiser

Paradise CA April 2019

URG April 2019

SEMA 2018

NACE 2018

CEICA 2018

Houston, TX 2018

SEMA 2017

SEMA 2016

Southeast Community College

Jeremiah's CARSTAR Collission

The Collision Centers

David Maus Collision Center

Caliber Collision And Travelers Insurance

Collission Specialists CARSTAR And State Farm

The Collission Centers Of New York, GEICO

Manchester Collision Center And GEICO

LaMetry's Collision And State Farm

ABRA Auto Body & Glass And GEICO

Enterprise Family Promise

Community Action of Lincoln

Support The Enlisted Project

ABRA of Riverton

Gerber Collission & Glass

H&V Collission Centers

NABC Recycled Rides® At NACE/CARS 2014

MAACO And Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Recycled Rides® Videos

Stuart, FL Recycled Rides® Gifting

Single Mom In Lancaster

NABC Recycled Rides^® At NACE/CARS 2014