How Shops Can Navigate Rising Repair Costs

How Shops Can Navigate Rising Repair Costs

As reported by Autobody News, auto repair bills jumped 8.5% year-over-year in August, with parts delays and insurance reimbursement challenges adding strain to collision shops. “Some shops are struggling to get the parts they need on time, which slows down repairs and...
PPG Partners with FenderBender for a Velocity® System Deep Dive

PPG Partners with FenderBender for a Velocity® System Deep Dive

At Colours Inc., we love sharing resources that can help collision centers work smarter and more efficiently. That’s why we’re excited to let you know about an upcoming PPG webinar you won’t want to miss! On September 25, 2025 PPG is partnering with FenderBender to...
Maximizing P&M and Sublet Gross Profit

Maximizing P&M and Sublet Gross Profit

Paint & Material (P&M) and sublet work can represent up to 19% of a shop’s sales, making them crucial areas to optimize for profit. Here’s how top-performing shops handle it: Sales Accuracy: Estimators who track labor thoroughly—including panel prep, masking,...