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Bugatti a true restoration test

25 Jan 2011

A vehicle auctioned recently in Australia by Bonhams would be any repairer’s worst restoration project.

“Cash for clunkers” is a lemon: AAAA

25 Jan 2011

The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) is calling for the Cleaner Car Rebate scheme to be struck from the federal government’s agenda.

Collision repair industry shows unity

25 Jan 2011

Representatives of the national collision repair industry from all states met in Brisbane recently to discuss ongoing issues with insurers and the implications for consumers as a result of major restructuring programs that major insurance companie...

Colourfast teams up with Sikkens

25 Jan 2011

Colourfast Automotive and Industrial has rejoined the AkzoNobel group as a distributor for Sikkens and Lesonal products in the southern Brisbane and Gold Coast regions.

ABT offers quality and service

25 Jan 2011

Melbourne smash repairer Bruce Bennett, assisted by director Jeff Parry, has set up Australian Booth Technologies to fill the need for top quality booths combined with excellent service.

Smithfield’s dedication beyond compliance

25 Jan 2011

Smithfield Crash and Mechanical Repair is a large, well-equipped smash and mechanical repair facility, determined to do its bit for a more sustainable future.

The Assessor

25 Jan 2011

The more things change, the more they remain the same!

AkzoNobel takes sustainable agenda to bodyshops

25 Jan 2011

AkzoNobel Car Refinishes has launched a new UK service that provides bodyshops with advice and support to help them become more sustainable.

‘No Mix’ the perfect match from Concept Paints

25 Jan 2011

Concept Paints will be using the AAAA’s Collision Repair Expo in Melbourne next May to launch a low VOC basecoat it says will help the auto refinish industry reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.

Briefs

25 Jan 2011

Funny time funny money is no laughing matter for the MTA NSW, which says it fully endorses the realistic times methodology.
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