“TOTALED: The Real Costs of Vehicle Loss” explores how rising repair costs and market pressures are reshaping consumer outcomes following vehicle collisions Smithfield, RI — The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) today announced the release of TOTALED: The Real Costs of Vehicle Loss, a new consumer research report prepared by Dr. Blaire O’Neal of Depth Services. The Read more…
Planning to attend the 2026 ABPA Business Conference in Indian Wells, CA but haven’t registered yet? There’s still time! For easy registration, visit the ABPA Registration Page today and secure your spot. On-site registration will also be available at the ABPA registration desk. We are still offering limited sponsorship opportunities for those who would like to support Read more…
After a successful 2025 gathering in Sarasota, the Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) is excited to announce its 2026 Annual Meeting & Business Conference, which will be held May 18-20, 2026, at the Tommy Bahama Miramonte in Indian Wells (Palm Springs), California. This upcoming conference promises to be an elevated experience for members, partners, and industry stakeholders, Read more…
Smithfield, RI –– The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) is proud to announce the release of its latest research report, “High Costs, Hard Hits: The Consumer Struggle with Rising Collision Repair Prices“. Developed in partnership with Depth Services, this in-depth study examines the real-life hardships consumers face due to systemic barriers that inflate vehicle repair costs and Read more…
Houston, TX — The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) strongly supports the reintroduction of the “Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair” (REPAIR) Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to protect consumer rights by ensuring fair and open access to vehicle repair and maintenance data. The REPAIR Act will protect consumers’ rights to repair their vehicles while Read more…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) welcomes U.S. District Judge Denise Casper’s ruling to uphold Massachusetts’ Right to Repair law, rejecting efforts by automakers to restrict consumer access to vehicle data. This decision reinforces the rights of vehicle owners to choose where and how their cars are repaired, ensuring greater competition and affordability in Read more…
The Addition of Wheels Enhances the Value of Partslink in the Collision Repair Process Smithfield, RI — Partslink, a leading provider of automotive parts data and cataloging solutions, is pleased to announce a significant enhancement to its product catalog. The company has added two new part types to its extensive catalog, further solidifying its position as a Read more…
Houston, TX –– The ABPA praises the bipartisan members of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce for unanimously advancing the REPAIR Act (H.R. 906) in the recent markup of bills designed to enhance product safety, transparency, supply chains, and American tech leadership. The bipartisan REPAIR Act, sponsored by House Energy and Commerce Read more…
Smithfield, RI — The 2024 Annual Meeting and Business Conference of the Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) will be held April 22-24, 2024, at the Scott Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. The event is a gathering of aftermarket parts manufacturers, distributors, insurance industry executives, and collision repair companies. In addition to the ABPA’s business meetings, the event features Read more…
Houston, TX – The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) applauds United States Reps. Neal Dunn (R-FL), Brendan Boyle (D-PA-02), Warren Davidson (R-OH-08), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA-03) for reintroducing the ‘Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act’ (H.R. 906). The legislation will ensure the preservation of consumer choice, a competitive marketplace, and the continued Read more…
