Northeast 2015 Conference Journal by Thomas Greco Publishing, Inc.

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PRESENTS

CONFERENCE JOURNAL

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CONTENTS

Welcome to

Welcome ............................................7 Schedule of Events ............................10-11 Exhibitors ..........................................18 Floorplan ............................................19 25 Can’t-Miss Ways to Enjoy the Area ..31 Profiles in Suppor t ..............................32 Adver tiser Index ..................................70

t is my pleasure to welcome you, on behalf of the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ), to the 38th annual NORTHEAST 2015 Automotive Services Show. It is truly humbling to look at this Goliath-sized event today and know that we started as a small tabletop show. From a couple of tables in a hotel ballroom displaying small tools like sandpaper and masking tape to the largest regional trade show of its kind in the country (where major industry players come to showcase their newest technology), our growth has been a one-of-akind experience. This year’s show will undoubtedly be the best we have ever had. Serving everyone from shop owners to techs (and from multi-bay shops to small mom-and-pop locations), this is the place to find out about everything that is going on in your industry. The show will once again welcome favorites like the annual East Coast Resolution Forum and Leadership Meeting, the AASP National Board meeting, special I-CAR classes and a full slate of seminars and demos. Additionally, we will be welcoming new groups to the show this year, including the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) for their Spring Board and General Meetings. Of course, some of this year’s biggest can’t-miss events are the Industry Showdown between Larry Montanez and Kristen Felder, Ryan Friedlinghaus’ celebrity guest appearance and Sunday’s Family Day activities. It is necessary to note that in addition to a full slate of educational opportunities, NORTHEAST 2015 will also host a packed show floor. The show is bustling with exhibitors offering special deals on all of the latest tools and equipment to help bring your shop to the next level. Thank you to all of our vendors, the presenters and everyone else who helped make this event possible. Enjoy NORTHEAST 2015!

Published by Thomas Greco Publishing Inc. 244 Chestnut St. Suite 202 Nutley, NJ 07110 973-667-6922 fax 973-235-1963 www.grecopublishing.com Publisher/President Thomas Greco

Director of Sales/Vice President Alicia Figurelli Ar t Director Lea Velocci

Editor Joel Gausten

Managing Editor Jacquelyn Bauman Production Donna Greco

The NORTHEAST 2015 Conference Journal is dedicated to Guy Citro

The contents of the NORTHEAST 2015 Conference Journal are Copyright © 2015 by Thomas Greco Publishing Inc. and may not be reproduced in any manner, either in whole or in part, without written permission from the Publisher.

Jeff McDowell AASP/NJ President AASP/NJ would like to thank those who have provided generous sponsorships at NORTHEAST 2015:

Platinum Show Sponsor:

Gold Show Sponsor:

Attendee Prize Sponsor:

Lanyard Sponsor:

General Sponsor:

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Friday, March 20 5pm TRADE SHOW OPENS 5:30pm-6:30pm How Have We Gotten Where the Industry is Today? Seminar Room D Presented by Tony Passwater, President of AEII This hour-long session looks at the strategies, practices and tactics that the insurance industry has methodically implemented to direct the collision industry to where it is today. Have you ever wondered how it all happened? Why are our profits dwindling to the levels they are now, as we are running every minute of every day, and the pressure to do it faster and cheaper is ever-increasing? Why have mandated parts procurement systems been forced into the industry? What is next? The strategies, practices and tactics used are obvious and clear when you take the time to see how they have been orchestrated. Knowing what these tactics are can go a long way in preventing more to come. It is time to be engaged; the MOVEMENT has begun. 6pm-6:45pm Not Just Dings and Dents! AASP/NJ Booth #423 (Demo Area) Presented by Charles Aoun, Miracle System Charles Aoun will perform live panel repair demonstrations on steel and aluminum. 6:30pm-8:30pm Industry Showdown: Montanez and Felder Tackle the Issues Seminar Rooms A and B Sit back and listen while two industry mainstays go head to head on the industry’s biggest hot-button topics. One of the east coast’s most popular and influential industry speakers, Larry Montanez of P&L Consultants will face off against Kristen Felder, CEO of Collision Hub (and former DRP manager for Nationwide insurance). Larry and Kristen will be discussing and debating the latest issues affecting automotive repair. Topics will include training, insurer-mandated parts procurement, autonomous cars, paint and materials reimbursement, cycle time, lawsuits, consolidation, post-repair inspections and, of course, aluminum. The presentation will end with an open-mic forum, during which attendees can ask the experts anything and everything. This is a NORTHEAST 2015 exclusive and should not be missed! 7pm-8pm 2015 F-150 Repair Information AASP/NJ Booth #423 (Demo Area) Presented by Larry Coan and Gerry Bonanni, Ford Engineers Ford Service Engineers will present examples of the improved repair elements of the new 2015 F-150, including a look at the separately serviceable lower control arm brackets, the inner fender reinforcements that can be replaced more easily, the floor pan, cross member and rocker panel sectioning opportunities, along with the new b-pillar design that can be replaced without disturbing the roof. Other topics covered will be enhanced service information, available training courses and recommended tools and equipment for repairing the 2015 F-150. 8pm-9pm Waste Disposal Techniques for Automotive Service Facilities Presented by Scott Hubbard, Compliance Manager, Environmental Compliance Monitoring, Inc. Seminar Room C An overview of waste disposal methods and practices for automotive service facilities to comply with Federal and State regulations, including solid waste, hazardous waste, universal waste, waste oil heaters and wastewater. Focus on recycling and cost-reduction 8pm-9pm Marketing to the Connected Consumer Presented by Frank Terlep, Summit eMarketing Sherpas; SPONSORED BY MITCHELL INTERNATIONAL Upstairs Press Room Generation “C” is not a demographic. It’s everyone.

Your existing and potential customers are all connected, and in control. Today’s consumers require businesses to connect, communicate, market to, sell and service them in the same ways they connect and communicate! Frank Terlep, CEO and Lead Sherpa of Summit eMarketing Sherpas, will facilitate this session and help attendees understand the tools, technologies and techniques today’s auto body and repair shops need to utilize to connect with, communicate, market to, sell and service today’s “connected consumer.” By attending this exciting and educational session participants will learn about important “connected consumer” statistics shops can use to create a winning sales, marketing and service strategy; what every shop’s sales, marketing and service strategy should include; tools and technology shops can use to connect with, market to, sell and service the “connected consumer;” how to use these tools and technologies; how to increase sales and referrals from the “connected consumer;” and much more… 8pm-9pm Adhesives Refinishing Training Presented by Craig Chaffee, Head Trainer, Saint Gobain/Norton Abrasives AASP/NJ Booth #423 (Demo Area) Upon successful completion of this course, trainees will be able to identify the various types of plastics and other repair materials such as TPO, SMC, etc. They will also know the differences between urethane, acrylic and epoxy repair materials, along with the various types of seam sealers being used on vehicles today. They will be able to repair all material types properly and according to industry standards such as I-CAR and ASE. 10pm TRADE SHOW CLOSES 10pm-12am NORTHEAST Exhibitor Appreciation After-Party Seminar Area

Saturday, March 21 10am TRADE SHOW OPENS

10am – 2pm Meet West Coast Customs’ Ryan Friedlinghaus!* BOOTH #227 Presented by Platinum Show Sponsor BASF 8:30am-10am Estimating and Diagnosis of Structural Damage on Aluminum-Intensive Vehicles & Joining Methods MEC Lobby Presented by Larry Montanez III, CDA, P&L Consultants; Facilitated by Metropolitan Car-o-liner This presentation will cover the differences on how aluminum and steel vehicles absorb and manage collision impact forces and energy. It will also cover attachment methods and welding differences. 8:30am-12:30pm I-CAR: Aluminum Exterior Panel Repair and Replacement (APR01) $$Tuition-based course$$ Seminar Room C Presented by Peter Fryzel and Mike Bonsanto, I-CAR Should an aluminum exterior panel be repaired or replaced? It depends! There are many considerations to take into account when making decisions on aluminum panels. Being able to properly assess damage and then repair or replace exterior panels requires understanding the properties, characteristics, design and construction of aluminum. Making the right decisions at the right time can play a role in improving KPIs like cycle time and CSI. Students will leave this course equipped to tackle this different - not difficult - material. 10am-11am Lean Processing in the Paint Shop: Painting with Nitrogen Seminar Room A Presented by Derek Naidoo, NitroHeat Worldwide; Facilitated by Future Cure Future Cure will sponsor an even more in-depth look at the benefits of “Lean Processing in the Paint Shop…

Painting with Nitrogen” by Derek Naidoo, President and CEO of “NitroHeat World Wide,” an international company with outlets around the globe. His extensive industrial engineering background has led to a protocol for using nitrogen in place of compressed air as a superior “Fluid Carrier.” Learn the same technique for “Paint Shop Processing” used in the industrial sector for maximum efficiency and cost saving ideas. 10am-11am Damage Analysis and Blueprinting Seminar Room B Presented by Lee Rush, Manager of Business Consulting Services, Sherwin Williams This course will cover the importance of a full and accurate Repair Order and its role in a lean collision facility. It will delve deeply into the mechanics of a comprehensive Damage Analysis, with specific steps outlined to ensure that participants learn how to conduct a thorough analysis of vehicles and transfer that data into a Blueprint/RO prior to launching them into production. This training provides critical information for delivering the value that customers and insurers are requiring in today’s dynamic marketplace. The goal is to achieve a 100-percent accurate RO, which includes all parts, labor, materials and operations necessary to restore customers’ vehicles to “crashworthy” status. This proven process delivers production increases while simultaneously driving internal costs down. The repair planning methods that are learned from this training will drive down errors and redundancies commonly found in traditional estimating activities. This enables the shop to move to the next level in cycle-time reduction, increased vehicle throughput and higher customer satisfaction rankings. Attendees will be provided with the tools to analyze their facility layout and design, staffing and equipment requirements necessary to implement the repair planning process and begin to optimize their business performance. 10am-11am Structural Collision Repair: 2015 GM Vehicles AASP/NJ Booth #423 (Demo Area) Presented by Jim Mickle, GM Service Instructor; Facilitated by NUCAR This seminar discusses repairing and replacing structural components on GM vehicles. It will touch on three important areas to repairing and replacing structural components on a vehicle: Measuring, cutting and welding. Each area relates to the performance of the repair, as it will meet specific tolerance and factory guidelines. It is crucial during the repair to validate during the three areas to meet specification and customer satisfaction. The seminar will discuss the 2014/2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and aluminum repair procedures for front and rear rails. 11am-12pm Steering: A Legal Perspective - Solutions to Collision Repair Claim Issues Upstairs Press Room A panel discussion featuring attorneys James Mackevich, Joshua S. Bauchner and Mitch Portnoi. Moderated by AASP/NJ Executive Director Charles Bryant. 11:30am-12:30pm Administration Performance Management Seminar Room B Presented by Lee Rush, Manager of Business Consulting Services, Sherwin-Williams This course will cover the importance of Performance Management and its role in a lean collision facility. It will delve deeply into the Performance Management strategy, with specific steps outlined to ensure that participants learn how to manage employee performances in sales and service. This training provides critical information for delivering the value that customers and insurers are requiring in today’s dynamic marketplace. The goal is to implement an employee management process that will improve employee performance, employee satisfaction and retention. These proven processes deliver production increases while simultaneously driving internal costs down and improving overall shop morale. The Performance Management methods that are

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learned from this training will improve management and employee interaction, modify employee behavior and reduce employee turnover and lost productivity. This enables the shop to move to the next level in performance management, increase shop productivity and improve employee satisfaction rankings. Attendees will be provided with the tools to analyze their staffing, performance requirements and the tools necessary to implement Administration Performance Management process and begin to optimize their business performance. 11am-12pm 2015 F-150 Repair Information AASP/NJ Booth #423 (Demo Area) Presented by Larry Coan and Gerry Bonanni, Ford Engineers Ford Service Engineers will present examples of the improved repair elements of the new 2015 F-150, including a look at the separately serviceable lower control arm brackets, the inner fender reinforcements that can be replaced more easily, the floor pan, cross member and rocker panel sectioning opportunities, along with the new b-pillar design that can be replaced without disturbing the roof. Other topics covered will be enhanced service information, available training courses and recommended tools and equipment for repairing the 2015 F-150. 12pm-1pm Smart Power Management AASP/NJ Booth #423 (Demo Area) Presented by NUCAR This seminar is an overview of smart power management diagnostics. OBJECTIVES: • Cranking systems, including electronic control module-controlled cranking systems and hybrid cranking systems • Charging systems, including electronic control module-controlled charging system performance, charging system control and diagnosis, and hybrid charging systems • Three real-world case studies on the Chevrolet Malibu, GMC Yukon Hybrid and Ford F-150 provide technicians with exposure to real-world customer cranking and charging concerns. • GM Service Information and Mitchell Repair Information are referenced for on-the-job diagnostic procedures. 12pm-2pm Stop Leaving Money on the Table! ***Fee-based course*** $25 per person Seminar Room A Presented by John Niechwiadowicz, QLC, Inc., and Jerry McNee of Ultimate Collision The quality of an auto body estimate has a far-reaching impact on not only the financial health of the collision repair company itself, but also on many other critical aspects of the process. Company profitability, technician wages, admin staff bonuses, parts issues, vehicle cycle times, shop stress levels and much more can all be affected – positively or negatively – by the accuracy of the damage analysis. This very interactive and “hands-on” estimatics workshop covers the techniques that EVERYONE involved in the estimating process needs to know and employ to capture the operations needed to write a fair and accurate damage appraisal. Actual estimates are used to illustrate the vast financial and psychological benefits of incorporating the techniques discussed during the seminar. What We Cover • Often-overlooked opportunities • The top 25 operations you could be adding EVERY DAY! • Plus...the $$$ impact it could have on your profitability! • Common areas of contention...and tips to reach acceptable results • The surprisingly large amount of money left on the table for ‘small’ jobs! • Critical processes for capturing ALL operations • Effective use of a paint & materials calculator

• Proper assessment of subjective times • Simple but highly effective rules of thumb • Job costing...THE measurement of success! 12:30pm-4:30pm I-CAR: Vehicle Technology and Trends 2015 (NEW15) $$Tuition-based course$$ Seminar Room C Presented by Peter Fryzel and Mike Bonsanto, I-CAR The automotive industry is constantly introducing new technologies, whether it be for safety, usefulness or environmental protection. New features and lightweight vehicle materials like aluminum and high-strength steel are driving major changes in vehicle construction as manufacturers strive to meet the federal government’s fueleconomy standards. The 2015 Ford F-150 is proof that change is here and repairers need to be prepared for these changes. This aluminum-intensive vehicle is altering the repair landscape. NEW15 provides an “auto show view” of vehicles that will soon be commonplace in many repair facilities and delivers information that repair professionals will need to know to be prepared to perform complete, safe and quality repairs. 2pm-3pm How Have We Gotten Where the Industry is Today? Seminar Room B Tony Passwater, President of AEII This hour-long session looks at the strategies, practices and tactics the insurance industry has methodically implemented to direct the collision industry to where it is today. Have you ever wondered how it all happened? Why are our profits dwindling to the levels they are now, as we are running every minute of every day, and the pressure to do it faster and cheaper is ever-increasing? Why have mandated parts procurement systems been forced into the industry? What is next? The strategies, practices and tactics used are obvious and clear when you take the time to see how it has been orchestrated. Knowing what these tactics are can go a long way in preventing more to come. It is time to be engaged; the MOVEMENT has begun. 2pm-3pm Marketing to the Connected Consumer Presented by Frank Terlep, Summit eMarketing Sherpas; Sponsored by Mitchell International Upstairs Press Room Generation “C” is not a demographic. It’s everyone. Your existing and potential customers are all connected, and in control. Today’s consumers require businesses to connect, communicate, market to, sell and service them in the same ways they connect and communicate! Frank Terlep, CEO and Lead Sherpa of Summit eMarketing Sherpas, will facilitate this session and help attendees understand the tools, technologies and techniques today’s auto body and repair shops need to utilize to connect with, communicate, market to, sell and service today’s “connected consumer.” By attending this exciting and educational session participants will learn about important “connected consumer” statistics shops can use to create a winning sales, marketing and service strategy; what every shop’s sales, marketing and service strategy should include; tools and technology shops can use to connect with, market to, sell and service the “connected consumer;” how to use these tools and technologies; how to increase sales and referrals from the “connected consumer;” and much more… 2pm-2:45pm Not Just Dings and Dents! Charles Aoun, Miracle System AASP/NJ Booth #423 (Demo Area) Charles Aoun will perform live panel repair demonstrations on steel and aluminum.

collision repair company itself, but also on many other critical aspects of the process. Company profitability, technician wages, admin staff bonuses, parts issues, vehicle cycle times, shop stress levels and much more can all be affected – positively or negatively – by the accuracy of the damage analysis. This very interactive and “hands-on” estimatics workshop covers the techniques that EVERYONE involved in the estimating process needs to know and employ to capture the operations needed to write a fair and accurate damage appraisal. Actual estimates are used to illustrate the vast financial and psychological benefits of incorporating the techniques discussed during the seminar. What We Cover • Often-overlooked opportunities • The top 25 operations you could be adding EVERY DAY! • Plus...the $$$ impact it could have on your profitability! • Common areas of contention...and tips to reach acceptable results • The surprisingly large amount of money left on the table for ‘small’ jobs! •Critical processes for capturing ALL operations •Effective use of a paint & materials calculator •Proper assessment of subjective times •Simple but highly effective rules of thumb • Job costing...THE measurement of success! 3:15pm-4:15pm It's Now or Never! Calculate and Collect Market-Based Labor Rates Using the Variable Rate System AASP/NJ Booth #423 (Demo Area) Presented by Sam and Richard Valenzuela, President and CEO of National AutoBody Research Learn how to use the VRS to see the true, marketbased labor rates in your area. Then, based on your qualifications and cost of doing business, calculate the right labor rates for your individual shop to achieve higher and sustainable profits. 5pm TRADE SHOW CLOSES

Sunday, March 22 10am TRADE SHOW OPENS 12pm-2pm FAMILY DAY Seminar Area Presented by AASP/NJ 10am-10:45am Not Just Dings and Dents! AASP/NJ Booth #423 (Demo Area) Presented by Charles Aoun, Miracle System Charles Aoun will perform live panel repair demonstrations on steel and aluminum. 11am-12pm 2015 F-150 Repair Information AASP/NJ Booth (Demo Area) Presented by Larry Coanand Gerry Bonanni, Ford Engineers Ford Service Engineers will present examples of the improved repair elements of the new 2015 F-150, including a look at the separately serviceable lower control arm brackets, the inner fender reinforcements that can be replaced more easily, the floor pan, cross member and rocker panel sectioning opportunities, along with the new b-pillar design that can be replaced without disturbing the roof. Other topics covered will be enhanced service information, available training courses and recommended tools and equipment for repairing the 2015 F-150.

3pm-5pm Stop Leaving Money on the Table! ***Fee-based course*** $25 per person Seminar Room A Presented by: John Niechwiadowicz, QLC, Inc. and Jerry McNee, Ultimate Collision The quality of an auto body estimate has a farreaching impact on not only the financial health of the

* Photos and autographs will end promptly at 2pm. Sorry, no exceptions. ***Event schedule subject to change.

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EXHIBITORS

Exhibitor Name 1 800 NEW PARTS 1-800 Radiator & A/C 3M Company ABW Tracker Accudraft Paint Booths Aeromotive Services, Inc. Amato Insurance Agency American Honda Motor Co. American Mobile Glass Auto Body Distributing Automotive Art Refinish Axalta Coating Systems B-TEC Systems BASF Corporation Broadfeet Motorsport Equipment Cadillac of Mahwah Car-Part.Com CCC Information Services, Inc CCG Products Central Paint Chief Automotive Clayton Associates, Inc. Clean Air Manufacturing CMA Refinishing Solutions Inc. Collision Edge Collision Equipment Company Collision Equipment Consulting, Inc. Collision Services Continental Auto Parts Crest East Coast Inc CRP Automotive David Lerner Associates Dent Fix Equipment Dover Dodge Chrysler Jeep Inc. Eco Repair Systems of North America Eppy's Tool & Equipment Warehouse Estify Eurovac Finishmaster Fire Violations Service, Inc. Flemington Car & Truck Country Ford Customer Service Division Fred Beans Parts Future Cure Paint Booths G & K Services GL Enterprises Global Finishing Solutions Hedson Technologies Hippie Jim Title Service Hunter Engineering Company I-CAR Ikotec USA Indasa Abrasives International Epoxies & Sealers IWATA Spray Equipment & EMM/Colad Jasper Engines & Transmissions Javier Designs JM Turbo Technology Corp. Kent Automotive Liberty Subaru - Hyundai Liftnow Automotive Equipment Corp. LKQ Corporation Lord Fusor Lusid Technologies Lynnes Auto Group 18

Booth # 130 127 530 308 501 306 519 441 209 400 107 427 541 227 136 334 105 114 416 226 735 623 617 230 714 613 729 418 201 133 240 716 341 112 122 234 212 431 204 721 300 527 329 100 333 430 241 232 246 118 727 433 614 120 545 304 641 618 343 414 723 237 725 412 451

Exhibitor Name Management Success Mass King Matrix Maxon Hyundai/Mazda Medallion Refinish Systems Metropolitan Car-o-liner MINI of Manhattan Miracle System Mirka Mitchell International Motor Guard / Cowles / Sunmight / S&G Tools / Sunmight Abrasives NAPA Auto Parts National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Net Driven Nissan Norton Abrasives / Mothers / American Tape / Dynabrade / Devilbiss Automotive Nucar Wholesale Parts Omnique Shop Management Software Orio North America PMCLogic by ComputerLogic Pole Position Raceway Polycracker Inc. PPG Automotive Refinish Prestige Family of Dealerships Prevost Pro Spot / Innovative Solutions Prospray Quality Aerosols RBL Products R.O. Writer, AMS R.W. Mallon Reliable Automotive Equipment Inc. Roberlo USA RTI-Reading Technologies Inc S & H Industries Inc SEM Products, Inc Sherwin-Williams Automotive Silver Sails Paints Snap-on Equipment Sosmetal Products, Inc. Spanesi Americas Steamericas, Inc. Steck Manufacturing Co Team PRP The Hertz Corporation TNT Auto Parts Town Motors Transtar Autobody Technologies, Inc. Tri-State Luxury Collection Tuxedo Distributors, LLC. Automotive Equipment & Accessories U.S. Chemical & Plastics Urethane Supply Company USI of North America, Inc Valspar Automotive VIP Auto Group of Long Island Walcom Wanda Automotive Finishes Wheel Collision Center Wheel Fix It Wrapmasters East

Booth # 647 340 717 301 307 117/217 145 511 742 200 547 249 701 645 415 138 406 305 534 649 748 737 711 315 143 407 741 543 317 131 718 610 137 235 744 351 319 335 432 106 150 110 113 211 205 620 244 442 101 643 705 108 327 401 206 243 310 313 410 747

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Can’t-Miss Ways

25 to Enjoy the Area*

From family-friendly fun to great concerts to memorable sporting events, a world of area entertainment awaits NORTHEAST® attendees.

1. Times Square

12. $500 Pop-A-Shot Contest & Victory Tournament Madness, March 21

(www.timessquarenyc.org) The Crossroads of the World.

(50 State Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ; www.playmeadowlands.com/event_detail.aspx?id=10916) It is March Madness at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment! Enter the Pop-A-Shot basketball contest for your chance to win a $500 betting voucher.

2. Chelsea Piers (between 17th and 23rd St., NYC; 212-336-6800; www.chelseapiers.com) The Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex is a 28-acre waterfront sports village located between 17th and 23rd Streets along Manhattan’s Hudson River. This $120 million, privately-financed project opened in 1995, transforming four historic piers into a major center for public recreation and waterfront access. The complex features a variety of sports and entertainment venues, with activities ranging from golf to ice skating.

3. Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons @ King’s Theater, March 21 (1027 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY; 800-745-3000; www.kingstheatre.com) The original Jersey Boys live in concert!

4. Pilsener Haus & Biergarten (1422 Grand St., Hoboken, NJ; 201-683-5465; www.pilsenerhaus.com) Pilsener Haus & Biergarten brings a truly authentic Austro-Hungarian beer garden to New Jersey, offering over 20 premium imported drafts, 50 European and American craft beers by the bottle and a traditional biergarten menu in a warm, old-time setting. Beer garden dining for every palate, from huge Bavarian pretzels to schnitzels, strudels, goulash and even vegetarian dishes. With great beers, food and a regular schedule of live music, it’s a true European-style biergarten for everyone.

13. The Book of Mormon @ Eugene O’Neill Theatre (230 West 49th St., NYC; www.bookofmormonbroadway.com) The creators of South Park bring you this critically-acclaimed, sidesplitting satire.

14.The Spotted Pig (314 West 11th St., NYC; 212-620-0393; www.thespottedpig.com) This hip, late-night Village spot offers one of the tastiest burgers around. Dinner is served seven nights a week from 5:30pm to 2am.

15. NHL Hockey @ Prudential Center (165 Mulberry St., Newark, NJ; 973-757-6000; www.prucenter.com) New Jersey Devils vs. New York Islanders, March 21 (7pm).

16. Northern Soul (577 First St. Hoboken, NJ (201) 963-9122; www.northernsoulbar.com) With weekly live music, art shows, awesome bartenders, great craft beers, billiards, darts, dancing and lots of laughs, Northern Soul is a bar for the people who enjoy good things without any attitude.

17. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Circus Extreme

(7th Ave. between 31st and 33rd St., NYC; www.thegarden.com). Fans eagerly awaiting the arrival of pop’s next great female vocalist have found their answer in Ariana Grande. With two number one albums in the last 12 months, Grande is truly the voice of a generation.

(The IZOD Center, 50 State Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ; 201-935-8500; www.meadowlands.com) It’s time for your family to be amazed by all the X-TRAORDINARY things you know and love about America’s favorite live family entertainment experience. Be astonished by UN-XPECTED circus spectacles you’ve never seen before and that can’t be seen anywhere else but at The Greatest Show On Earth®.

6. Rutt’s Hut

18. Wicked @ Gershwin Theatre

(417 River Rd., Clifton, NJ; 973-779-8615; www.ruttshut.com) A must for out-of-state visitors, this New Jersey eatery is known for its deep-fried hot dogs (known as “rippers”) and mustard-based relish made with cabbage, onions and carrots. An indulgent treat well worth the drive.

(222 West 51st Street New York, NY;( 877) 250-2929) Winner of over 50 major awards including a Grammy Award and three Tony Awards®, WICKED is the untold story of the witches of Oz.

5. Ariana Grande @ Madison Square Garden, March 21

7. Harness Racing @ Meadowlands Racetrack

19. Dave and Buster’s

(50 State Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ; www.thebigm.com) Enjoy the finest in Harness Racing at the “Big M.” Racing date: March 21. Post time 7:15pm.

(234 W. 42nd St., 3rd Floor, NYC; 646-495-2015; www.daveandbusters.com) There's only one place where you can eat new American, fun gourmet food AND drink your choice of fun, innovative beverages AND play the biggest and best arcade games around...all under one roof!

8. The Landmark Tavern

20. Ralph’s Pizzeria

(626 11th Ave., NYC; 212-247-2562; www.thelandmarktavern.org) This long-running NYC restaurant (and one-time speakeasy) offers great food and classic New York charm in a laid-back setting. An easy drive (or walk) from the Lincoln Tunnel. Our editors highly recommend the Shepherd’s Pie and Landmark Gourmet Burger.

(564 Franklin Ave., Nutley, NJ; 973- 235-1130; www.ralphspizzeria.com) No trip to New Jersey is complete without Jersey pizza, and this award-winning Italian restaurant offers the absolute best in the area.

9. Jersey Boys @ August Wilson Theatre (245 W. 52nd St., NYC; 212-560-2194 www.jerseyboysinfo.com) Broadway’s biggest success story takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Follow the rags-to-rock-to-riches tale of four blue-collar kids working their way from the streets of Newark to the heights of stardom. Featuring such hits as “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Oh, What a Night” and more.

10. Holsten’s Brookdale Confectionary (1063 Broad St., Bloomfield, NJ; 973 338-7091; www.holstens.com) Don't stop believin'! You can sit in the famous booth last occupied by Tony Soprano in the final scene of the acclaimed HBO series. While you’re at it, enjoy the delicious homemade candy and ice cream.

11. Caroline’s on Broadway (1626 Broadway, NYC; 212-757-4100; www.carolines.com) This legendary Times Square institution hosts live comedy seven nights a week, 365 days a year. Check the club’s online calendar for event and ticket information.

21. Harmon Cove Outlet Center (20 Enterprise Ave., Secaucus, NJ; 877-OUTLET2 / 201-348-4780; www.harmonmeadow.com) This outlet mall boasts dozens of stores including Perry Ellis, Van Heusen and Lenox. Open seven days a week.

22. J.J.’s Hot Dog Truck (257 Bloomfield Ave., Newark, NJ) Are we really recommending a hot dog truck? Yes, because J.J.’s “dirty water dogs” are that good. Open til 5am!

23. Doo Wop Extravaganza @ NYCB Theatre at Westbury, March 21 (960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, NY; www.thetheatreatwestbury.com) Featuring John Kuse and the Excellents, Lou Christie, The Legendary Teenagers, The Marcels, The Elegants, Lenny Coco & the Original Chimes & Danny and the Juniors.

24. NHL Hockey @ Madison Square Garden (7th Ave. between 31st and 33rd St., NYC; www.thegarden.com). New York Rangers vs. Anaheim Ducks, March 22.

25. Hozier @ Hammerstein Ballroom, March 22 (311 West 34th Street, NYC (212) 279-7740; www.hammersteinballroom.info) The “Take Me To Church” singer/songwriter hits the Big Apple. * All events, prices, etc. subject to change without notice.

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THE AMATO AGENCY Thanks to longtime AASP/NJ benefit providers the Amato Agency, a number of Garden State body shops now have a lot more money in their bank accounts. An independent insurance agency located in Neptune, the Amato Agency specializes in securing affordable insurance for the independent business owner. The company’s special “safety group” program provides annual dividend checks to participating shops if the group’s total loss ratio is better than anticipated by the insurance companies at the time of premium development. The less claims the group files, the more money the group will make. And when the end of the year rolls around, that money goes right back into the pockets of the body shops. “Our plan is only as good as our members,” explains Amato Agency President Joe Amato Sr. “As our pool of premiums increases and our losses continue to stay low, we have a much bigger pot from which to pool our dividends.” Since joining AASP/NJ in 2001, the Amato Agency has provided association members with a series of outstanding membership programs, including its popular Disability Income Insurance Program. “Our retention has been better than 95 percent,” Amato says. “When people buy a policy from us, they stay with us.” In addition to offering a popular workers’ compensation program that provides AASP/NJ members with 20percent upfront discounts, the Amato Agency also works hard to help shops navigate through the oftenconfusing world of health care. As Amato says, “We represent all the major health insurance carriers in the state of New Jersey. We can sit with our clients and evaluate a good, solid health insurance program that can keep the cost down and still provide quality benefits for the insured.” The Amato Agency recently kicked off a new program that provides discounts for personal automotive and homeowners insurance for employees of AASP/NJ members. Employees can request a rate quote on auto insurance, as well as gain information on the Amato Agency’s many services, by contacting the agency at (800) 763-6574 or by going to www.amatoagency.com. Visit the Amato Agency at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #519.

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. AMERICAN HONDA LAUNCHES CERTIFIED PROGRAM American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of the ProFirst Certified body shop program. The program is open to both independent and

dealer-owned collision shops. To qualify, shops must be either an I-CAR Gold Class shop or a VeriFacts VQ or Medallion shop. In addition, shops must complete Honda/Acura-specific training hosted by I-CAR, meet tool and equipment requirements, meet facility requirements and have a CSI system in place. Program benefits include a plaque for display at each certified body shop plus free online access to all Honda and Acura service and repair information and parts catalogs. The shop’s name and contact information will be placed on the American Honda body shop locator website. Qualified shops will also receive exterior signage, collateral promotional materials and free access to a collision tech-line for help via telephone. Axalta Coating Systems will provide inspection services to audit shops initially and then on an annual basis to confirm consistent compliance with program requirements. Performance Gateway of Madison, WI will provide technical and computer support. “Honda and Acura vehicles earn more IIHS Top Safety Pick+ awards than those of any other manufacturer,” said Steve Osborne, assistant vice president of the Parts, Service & Technical Division. “It is only logical that we support safe and proper collision repair of our customers’ vehicles and that we identify repair shops that are certified to possess the necessary skills, training and equipment to perform those repairs.” “We are excited to be back here again at the NORTHEAST Automotive Services Show for our second year. It’s the perfect venue to launch our most prestigious collision program yet!” said Gary Ledoux, assistant national manager for Collision Parts Marketing. “Please see us at Booth #441.” For more information, or to apply for the program, contact American Honda at profirst@ahm.honda.com.

ARANJ Since 1966, the Automotive Recyclers Association of NJ (ARANJ) has represented an industry dedicated to the efficient removal and reuse of automotive parts and the safe disposal of inoperable motor vehicles. Our members are environmentally conscious automotive recyclers in NJ who are dedicated to fighting for industry and consumer rights, and are part of ARA, the only trade association serving the automotive recycling industry internationally in 12 countries. ARANJ is doing its part to encourage vehicle-recycling efforts with major automobile manufacturers, using the expertise of professional automotive recyclers. We’re ready to aid you in your quest for quality used auto parts by providing links and search engines through our website (www.aranj.org) to help you find a

recycler located conveniently close to you. If you ever have a question about the automotive recycling industry, if you are a recycler interested in joining our association or if you would simply like more information about the ARANJ, our officers and members of the Board would be more than happy to assist you. Contact information for all executive officers can be found on the official website of the ARANJ, www.aranj.org. We commend your choice to utilize recycled auto parts. It’s the ecologically sound decision that keeps some of your hard-earned money where it belongs: In your pocket! And best of all, you’ll be equipping your vehicle with genuine Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts. When it comes to doing the right thing for yourself and the environment, be sure to do your part with our parts! Please visit us at www.aranj.org.

AUTO BODY DISTRIBUTING CO. From sandpaper and body filler to masking tape and paint, Auto Body Distributing Co. provides NJ-based body shops with the basics at a lower price than most competitors. Anything you need to run your shop on a daily basis can be found through Auto Body Distributing Co. Shop owners also get the best price on hard parts, since ABD provides members with a list of parts suppliers that have agreed to discount their product. We don’t care if you are a one-man shop or a 30-man shop; you’ll get the same great price. ABD’s 45-year history began in 1970, when nine body shop owners joined forces to drum up membership in their local association. Their determination, perseverance and cutting-edge ideas of encouraging participation by becoming cooperative eventually led to an overwhelming response. Today, the ABD has become a force in the industry, and supplies stockholders with shop supplies at huge savings in addition to the best hard parts discounts. We thank you for your support! How is ABD able to provide a service like this to its members? Because ABD buys so many supplies, we get a large discount. But instead of keeping the profit and selling the supplies at list price, only minimal markups are applied. Our prices are still cheaper than other supply distributors that sell their products at list price. To learn more about ABD, please call (973) 3737100, or visit us online at www.autobody distributing.com. We look forward to seeing you at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #400.

AXALTA COATING SYSTEMS NORTHEAST 2015 Attendee Prize Sponsor! “Engineered for Speed” Success in the collision repair business comes down to two words: productivity and profitability. That may sound simple, but managing both successfully can be a daunting process. That is why Axalta works hard to create innovative solutions through advanced paint systems such as Cromax® Pro, Standox® Standoblue, Spies Hecker® Permahyd®, and our newest line, the Cromax® MosaicTM VOC-compliant solvent system. In

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fact, we also have a complete line of services and tools designed specifically for collision repair shops. For example, ProfitNetTM collision management system gives you the power to track every aspect of your business. It can help you learn where you’re making money, where you’re not and where you have opportunities to increase margins. Axalta’s ColorNetTM formula-retrieval system includes a variety of tools that can be used separately or together. These tools include our VINdicatorTM color retrieval system for exact color matching by Vehicle Identification Number; ColorNet color proofing to pick the right formula before any paint is mixed; X-PertTM dispensing system to eliminate costly over pours; and the AcquirePlusTM EFX color-reading “camera” that helps fine tune color for a more precise match and is the first and only to match flake size. Axalta Coating Systems’ color fan decks lead the industry. Fan decks for basecoats are sprayed with the actual basecoat materials. We also offer an accessorycolors fan deck for bumper, cladding and miscellaneous colors. All of these fan decks have the largest color chips in the industry making them easy to use. Training with Axalta can have an immediate impact on your bottom line. We offer training solutions for both the business and technical sides of your shop. Our management training seminars are specifically designed for collision industry owners and managers. Technical training includes hands-on education presented in state-of-the-art facilities by experienced industry experts. If there’s an innovation in auto refinishing, chances are Axalta is behind it. From changes driven by Axalta technology to new solutions developed to meet evolving environmental regulations, we’re here to help you with those two most important words – productivity and profitability. To learn more, visit Axalta Coating Systems at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #427.

BASF: Insist on a Total Solution. NORTHEAST 2015 Platinum Show Sponsor! Begin with the R-M Onyx HD System - Waterborne or Solventborne with One Set of Toners BASF, the pioneer and leader in automotive finishing technology, has developed the R-M Onyx HD family of Low VOC finishes. Onyx HD is the only system on the market that can be mixed as either a waterborne or solventborne formula to adapt to your application needs, using a single set of toners. Onyx HD meets the most stringent VOC regulations while creating a durable, fast-drying finish. R-M Onyx HD is the preferred automotive finish of thousands of collision repair centers, custom car builders and automotive professionals around the world. Take it to the next level with Advanced Process Solutions BASF Advanced Process Solutions™ (APS) is designed to help collision repair facilities improve performance and increase insurance appeal. APS is a

customizable repair process built upon Lean manufacturing principles that eliminates supplements, increases touch-times, improves profits and lowers chaos in a collision repair facility – a must for businesses looking to gain market share. Measure the challenge, measure your success! APS ties into the state-of-the-art VisionPLUS® Online Dashboard – a powerful interactive online toolset that gives you the ability to track, analyze and improve your business. Use the Dashboard to quickly identify opportunities to improve performance and then develop strategies to implement corrective action plans. Creating opportunities through change Want to pump up efficiency and profitability for your business? Be sure to look into BASF’s fully integrated package of products and services as your own “personal trainer” to fine tune your collision center’s productivity, create preferred status among insurers and maximize your bottom line. It’s part of our total commitment to our customers and their success: Innovative, high-performance products backed by customized business support tools and services. Because at BASF – we create chemistry. Come see BASF in action at NORTHEAST® 2015 Booth #227!

BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC Whether you specialize in mechanical or collision repairs, BMW centers offer you one-stop shopping for everything BMW. Your authorized BMW center has access to over 60,000 Original BMW parts; no other supplier can make that claim. If a part is not in stock at your BMW center, it is usually available in 24 hours through BMW’s computerized distribution and delivery network. And you can be certain that every component meets original equipment specifications. This saves you time and money, and results in fewer comebacks as well as more loyal customers. Your BMW customers deserve the best. You can install Original BMW parts with confidence. Every component is designed by BMW for BMWs and tested by BMW for an absolute perfect fit and finish. BMW parts carry a two-year limited warranty; your customers can drive with confidence while protecting your reputation. To support your business demands, TechDrive magazines are available from your local BMW center. Produced quarterly, each issue contains helpful hints and repair techniques for BMWs. Best of all, they are free from participating BMW centers. For the center nearest you, visit us on the Web at www.bmwusa.com.

CADILLAC OF MAHWAH Your #1 Source for Collision Wholesale Parts! Cadillac of Mahwah is looking forward to meeting NORTHEAST attendee shops! The only Cadillac dealer on Route 17 in northern New Jersey (conveniently located on Route 17 between Route 80, Route 287 and

Route 9), we service Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex counties in NJ as well as Rockland and Westchester counties in New York, and we happily offer free delivery to Northeast NJ and Rockland county, NY area businesses. Our comprehensive inventory of high quality genuine OEM parts ensures you get the right part, at the right price and right time. We are a family owned and operated business with over 50 years of experience. Our excellent reputation is exemplified by our high customer retention and referral rate. We take pride in selling some of the finest vehicles in the world and our attention to the customers’ needs is first and foremost. Visit Cadillac of Mahwah online at www.cadillacofmahwah.net, and at NORTHEAST 2015 booth #334. Register with us at NORTHEAST to receive an introductory discount on GM parts orders! We also specialize in alloy wheel repair and reconditioning/re-plating of chrome to meet all your needs! Precision Wheel Service We offer complete alloy wheel reconditioning; we can repair, straighten and refinish alloy and steel rims to new condition. Turned to 20,000 thousands of an inch or less - lower than OEM standards! We offer convenient and quick pick up and delivery service. All repairs are done with pure aluminum - NO fillers. And all refinishing is performed with OEM colors. For more information on this service, please contact (877) 299-9330 or precisionwheels23@gmail.com.

CAR-PART.COM Car-Part.com displays the used parts inventories of over 4,100 auto recyclers across the USA, Canada and Mexico, totaling over 130 million parts on the www.CarPart.com search engine. The website allows auto recyclers to make it easy for collision shops, mechanics, core buyers and retail customers to find the best part for their vehicles based on condition, location, availability, brand and price. Car-Part.com was created in the mid-1990s by an auto recycling family and the president of an Internet development and Web-hosting company. The auto recyclers were frustrated by the proprietary nature of their inventory management system; the systems on the market excluded body shops and repair facilities, and also excluded auto recyclers who did not share the same management system. Since 1998, Car-Part.com has developed over 20 software products to help auto recyclers manage their inventory as well as buy and sell their used parts, which enables them to run their businesses more efficiently and productively. Car-Part.com is unique in that while being a software development firm, the company is also a recycler and operates a salvage yard at its headquarters in Fort Wright, KY. As a result, the company uses the same software in their own recycling facility that it sells to

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continued from page 33 recycler customers. www.Car-Part.com is a public website, so mechanics, dealers and the general consumer can search recyclers’ databases and contact them to coordinate the purchase of used auto parts. Visit Car-Part.com at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #105.

CONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS Continental Auto Parts, a distributor of non-OE replacement auto body parts, recycled OEM bumper covers and remanufactured alloy wheels, was founded in 1997 to meet the demand for a full-service warehouse in the automotive parts industry. Conveniently located in Newark, NJ, Mt Laurel, NJ, Brooklyn, NY, Newburgh, NY, Carlisle, PA, and Upstate New York. Continental Auto Parts’ warehouse totals over 200,000 square feet and serves as a model with one of the first fully functioning electronic order processing systems for the aftermarket automotive parts industry. We carry a full line of CAPA and NSF parts and accessories, and most items are in stock for immediate shipment. Whether you need headlights, sheet metal, mirrors, body panels, radiators, a/c condensers, recycled OE bumpers, remanufactured wheels or performance parts and truck accessories, these parts are stocked for delivery or shipment when you need them. High quality, great order fill, competitive pricing and a limited lifetime warranty make us your choice for quality automotive parts. Continental Auto Parts is committed to serving the automotive repair industry through a commitment to technology. Thanks to our investments, we are proud to offer you: - ISO9001:2008 Certified - An NSF International Certified Distributor - A fully computerized warehouse - Through our website, www.continentalparts.com, the easiest, most convenient way to get parts and accessories 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year - A unique order tracking system, to confirm order status at all times - State of the art, on-site plastic bumper recycling center introducing high temperature gas fusion plastic welding technology for guaranteed recycled bumper repairs - Free pickup of damaged bumper cores, and much, much more! We serve the entire state of New Jersey and all five boroughs of New York, Central & Eastern, PA, as well as the Westchester and Rockland County areas. We even provide service in the Utica, NY area (with a location in

Little Falls, NY) and upstate New York, from Buffalo to Albany. Just as Continental Auto Parts easily comes to you, we urge you to contact us. If you have any questions, please call our toll-free number at (888) 3687227. We can also be reached by fax at (973) 621-8687, or email at sales@continentalparts.com. We look forward to seeing you at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #201!

COSMO’S OCEAN COUNTY AUTO PARTS Cosmo’s Ocean County Auto Parts has been a family-owned and operated business for over 60 years. Located in Bayville, NJ, our primary business is the sale of recycled auto parts for domestic and foreign cars and light trucks. At Cosmo’s, we strive to maintain the confidence of our customers by providing quality recycled auto parts with warranties that match or exceed the original manufacturer. We offer one-year coast-to-coast warranties so our customers can have confidence in purchasing recycled parts, knowing we can service them even if they are 1,000 miles from home. Cosmo’s has more than five acres of dismantled vehicles, 10,000 square feet of warehouse and dismantling buildings and a million parts tested and ready to deliver. With our local delivery trucks servicing customers throughout New Jersey, it is easy for us to keep our promise and deliver on time. We also ship daily nationwide with UPS and a variety of common carriers. The next time you need an auto part, think recycled to save money, time and our environment. Just call Cosmo’s Ocean County Auto Parts at (800) 7-RECYCLE! Visit us at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #211. Cosmo’s Ocean County Auto Parts: Green Before it was Trendy!

certified parts, Diamond Standard brand parts, OE reconditioned bumper covers and OE discounted parts. All parts are labeled and scanned to provide accurate information. All of our parts are covered by a limited lifetime warranty. Empire’s online parts portal (www.empireauto.us) is the perfect solution to help you find the parts you need. You can search for parts by year, make or model before ordering online or by phone (800-624-4561), your choice. We include real-time pricing and availability along with part pictures, quality, sales promotions and account information for your reference. New features are coming soon, so log on today! If you would like to schedule a sales visit or tour our warehouse distribution center, please contact our sales manager, Randall Bollander, by email at randallbollander @empireauto.biz or by phone at (973) 745-2516.

FLEMINGTON CAR & TRUCK COUNTRY, PRINCETON AUTOMOBILE COMPANY AND CLINTON HONDA When considering the best place to get high-quality OEM parts, body shops throughout the Garden State know they always have a friend in the Flemington, Princeton and Clinton Car & Truck Country Family of dealerships. Easily one of the most extensive operations on the East Coast, the dealer family currently boasts 16 dealers, 6,500 vehicles and 28 brands spread out between locations in Flemington, Princeton and Clinton. Considering the dealership family’s vast size, it comes as little surprise that it also includes one of the largest parts delivery systems in the state. In addition to offering discounts to body and mechanical facilities throughout New Jersey and parts of Pennsylvania, the company offers swift, efficient deliveries thanks to the CollisionLink online ordering system. With 30-plus years, a fully computerized structure and one-on-one parts services working in their favor, this long-running company has what it takes to provide area collision and mechanical facilities with the quality parts they need to get their customers back behind the wheel. For more information, please visit www.flem ington.com. Visit us at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #300.

EMPIRE AUTO PARTS

FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Empire Auto Parts distributes quality replacement auto parts in an efficient, accurate and transparent way. We continually refine our standards to maintain our position as a leader in quality and service. We are an ISO 2001:9008 and NSF P394 certified distributor, so we adhere to strict rules regarding our quality management system, traceability of parts and customer satisfaction. Empire is a member of the Auto Body Parts Association (ABPA) and the Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA). We are the exclusive aftermarket supplier for Auto Body Distributing of NJ and Leader Auto Resources in the US. Our friendly sales and logistics teams provide fast, free delivery from 16 locations in the Northeast. Empire delivers a broad mix of parts including CAPA and NSF

NORTHEAST 2015 Gold Sponsor! Ford Motor Company is proud to be a Gold Level sponsor for NORTHEAST 2015. Stop by the Ford exhibit (#527), which features the 2015 F-150, re-designed with a high-strength steel frame and a body constructed with high-strength and military-grade aluminum alloy. Ford’s 2,000-square-foot display offers 2015 Ford F-150 collision repair information including design for repairability aspects, enhanced service information, available training courses and recommended tools and equipment for repairing the vehicle. Repairers can examine a cutaway 2015 F-150 that highlights the improved repair elements of the truck. The cutaway’s details include a look at the separately serviceable lower control arm brackets, the inner

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fender reinforcements that can be replaced more easily, the floorpan, crossmember and rocker panel sectioning opportunities along with the new b-pillar design that can be replaced without disturbing the roof. To explain these re-design improvements in more detail, Ford Service Engineers are conducting daily presentations about the new F-150 in the AASP/NJ Demo Area (booth #423) throughout the entire show. Show attendees can also receive information about Ford’s collision parts programs, consumer awareness efforts and updates to Ford’s National Body Shop program, including aluminum capabilities to support the new 2015 F-150. The National Body Shop program is designed to identify and promote those collision repair facilities—to Ford’s vehicle owners—that have the right tools, equipment, training and facilities necessary to repair all Ford and Lincoln vehicles. Ford representatives from marketing, engineering and Rotunda are onsite to speak with body shop technicians looking for information regarding the body shop program, Fordrecommended equipment and other collision related programs throughout the show.

FRED BEAN’S PARTS Imagine being able to order parts for various manufacturers all in one sitting, with the help of a trained expert. Then imagine not having to go pick up these parts because they get delivered straight to you in a single

truck. Imagine the warehouse this truck came from is big enough to house over 200,000 parts at one time, and efficient enough to have your Saturday order delivered on Monday. Sound too good to be true? It’s not. It’s Fred Bean’s Parts in Doylestown, PA. The man who started it all, Fred Bean, began as a garage owner in 1975 and years later became a parts supplier for large dealerships. Bean eventually decided to break away from the dealerships altogether; in January of 2001, a downtown warehouse was transformed into 88,000 square feet of storage space with a stateof-the-art sales and service center. Fred Bean’s specializes in OE manufacturers Ford, GM, Chrysler, Isuzu, Hyundai, Saab, Suzuki, Mitsubishi, Saturn, Daewoo, Kia, Porsche, Mercedes, Toyota, Volvo and Mazda. Their inventory is constantly moving thanks to 35 trucks leaving and entering the building for deliveries all day. Fred Bean’s caters to much of the tri-state area, with a customer base that is broadening greatly since there are not many businesses around quite like it. Fred Bean’s has saved many shop owners time and frustration over the years, and when the desire to help customers expands, so does the building. Recent renovations have added 600 square feet of office space to accommodate Fred Bean’s sales associates, who receive numerous phone calls, direct email, faxes, and Internet orders every day. Visit Fred Bean’s at www.fredbeansparts.com or call

toll-free at (877) 942-3267 and find out why they do parts right! The Fred Bean’s parts staff looks forward to seeing you at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #329.

FUTURE CURE Future Cure is a CT-based manufacturer that began the development of its product line in the late ’80s. Prior to that time, there were basically two choices in paint booths: High-end booths for high dollars, or lowend for low dollars. Future Cure set out to design - and has produced - a good quality, mid-priced booth that’s both affordable to own and offers shop owners and painters a comfortable environment in which to work. Future Cure is a “direct sales” company; when you call, you’ll speak directly with staff designers who can engineer a booth to any specific design requirements, directly to the factory for service, support and the best pricing available nationwide. No middleman, no distributor, no reseller. We understand the buying process for a paint booth can, at times, seem overwhelming. Allow us the opportunity to service your needs and allow us the opportunity to compete for your valued business. Future Cure will be showcasing at NORTHEAST 2015 booth #100, and Derek Naidoo will be presenting new and exciting information in a special Future Cure-facilitated seminar: “Lean Processing in the Paint Shop: Painting With Nitrogen,” happening Saturday, March 21

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in NORTHEAST® Seminar Room A. For more information on Future Cure, please visit www.futurecure.com. Make sure to visit Future Cure at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #100.

GRAND PRIX SUBARU If you are looking for Subaru auto parts, Grand Prix Subaru can help. We carry a large selection of car parts and accessories at our Hicksville location, and can get you the auto part or accessory you need for repairs. Don’t have time to stop by our Hicksville, Long Island Subaru car parts department? No problem! Fill out our simple parts order form at www.grandprixsubaru.net and let us do the rest, or you can browse our online parts center to find exactly what you are looking for. We will contact you about the auto part you ordered when it arrives. We are here to help and hope you can stop by our Subaru dealership at 500 South Broadway, Hicksville, NY, serving Nassau & Suffolk counties, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and parts of New Jersey. Come say hello to our team at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #206!

BMW replacement parts in New Jersey, and the second largest in BMW’s Eastern region. With the recent completion of an extensive building renovation (which includes a 108,000 square foot building complete with two-story parking deck) under its belt, the best is truly yet to come for JMK BMW. “JMK BMW has been in business for over 40 years,” explains Wholesale Parts Manager Pedro Santos (who is a company mainstay himself), “and we continue to grow every year at an average rate of 15 percent in sales volume thanks in part to our philosophy, which differs from the typical wholesale parts operation. We employ what’s referred to as ‘business-to-business’ marketing, in addition to providing an ever-expanding range of products and parts. We focus on getting to

know each customer, maintaining regular communication with each business we work with, hosting various meetings and events geared towards them and providing technical support.” JMK BMW also represents the Saab and Fiat brands at this location, providing parts and service for these manufacturers as well. Additionally, JMK BMW is a longtime supporter of the industry through its work with both AASP/NJ and the NORTHEAST trade show. JMK BMW keeps their clientele happy through nearly constant deliveries, many made same-day if possible, with eight delivery trucks that deliver throughout the state on four scheduled routes. In addition, JMK BMW employs one delivery-on-demand truck, where customers inside JMK’s local delivery area can get their

INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS & TECHNOLOGY / PRO SPOT INTERNATIONAL NORTHEAST® 2015 Lanyard Sponsor! Pro Spot International, Inc., based in Carlsbad, CA, manufactures welding equipment specializing in applications for the collision repair industry. Founded in 1986, the company owns and manages an onsite machine shop, sheet metal shop, powder coating, research and development department, a fabrication facility and assembly lines for the various welders. Training and support is important to Pro Spot. The Carlsbad facility has a large training center as well as more training centers throughout the United States and the world. The company owns numerous patents for our ingenious application tools, machines and procedures. Pro Spot is fully dedicated to its customers. We know that the excellent customer relationships that we and our carefully selected distributors have developed over the years is the reason for our success. We are constantly striving to improve our customer support methods and techniques. Whether we are implementing new and cutting edge technical support, Web technologies or further improving our already extensive training programs, Pro Spot is always looking for ways to better our customers’ experiences. Visit us at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #407, and be sure to check out the Innovative Solutions & Technology / Pro Spot Virtual Welding competition at Booth #745!

JMK BMW Springfield, NJ-based JMK BMW is the type of facility known to countless repairers throughout the Northern and Central New Jersey regions as standing head and shoulders above the rest. An expert staff, unwavering commitment to service and a continuing philosophy of valuing the customer above all else has helped make JMK BMW the largest business-to-business marketer of

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orders shipped the same day. For non-local customers, JMK BMW offers next-day UPS service, and can be reached by fax, phone, email or Nextel phone messaging. The wholesale parts department, comprised of five advisors under the direction of Santos, coordinates orders from all over New Jersey using products and parts in their expansive whole parts housing area. Santos notes, “At JMK BMW, our employees’ experience and our company philosophy gives us a huge advantage, which we translate into constantly improving ourselves for the benefit of the customer.” For more information on JMK BMW, please visit www.jmkbmw.com.

LEVITTOWN FORD Levittown Ford can get you factory certified Ford parts, as well as parts for a variety of makes and models! We specialize in factory-certified so you can rest assured that you are getting the highest quality parts from experts that know your vehicle. You don’t want to put parts in your vehicle that aren’t designed for your vehicle, so we make sure you are getting the correct parts to make sure your car stays in top condition. We encourage you to check out our parts specials online at www.levittownford.com! If you’re not sure which part your job needs, our Parts Department experts can help you figure out how to quickly and efficiently complete the job using factory-certified parts. We serve Nassau & Suffolk

counties, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and parts of New Jersey! We are excited to show you all the parts we have to offer here at Levittown Ford, and look forward to meeting you at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #206!

LKQ CORPORATION LKQ Corporation is the largest nationwide provider of aftermarket collision replacement products, recycled OEM products and reconditioned OEM collision replacement products such as wheels, bumper covers and lights used to repair light vehicles. LKQ operates over 300 facilities, offering customers a broad range of replacement systems, components and parts to repair automobiles and light- and heavy-duty trucks. Our recycling facilities in New York are networking with the Keystone facilities in Totowa and Lakewood, NJ as well as Brooklyn, the Bronx, Newburgh and Syosset, NY to enhance delivery services to customers in the New Jersey and New York markets. LKQ’s online delivery system provides its service representatives with the ability to view parts from the company-wide inventory. Lou Scarnati, general manager of the New England/New York Region, explains, “We can source parts as far south as Maryland, as far north as Maine and as far west as Ohio for delivery to our customers, usually the next day.” LKQ’s network across North America enables the company to serve collision and mechanical repair shops better than anyone else. With numerous crossdock facilities in nine trading regions, the company is able to fulfill orders – most with next-day deliveries – above industry average rates. By offering all forms of alternative parts – aftermarket, OE recycled, remanufactured and reconditioned – it is more likely to have what repair shops need. LKQ offers higher-demand aftermarket products, such as head and tail lamps, grilles, hoods, mirrors, bumper covers and fenders. Platinum Plus is Keystone’s own brand of collision repair products and is the industry’s only premium brand of collision parts. Value Line is a quality part that often comes from the same manufacturer at a more competitive price, since there is no expense for the third-party evaluation. LKQ also carries many CAPA parts. CAPA ensures that parts meet quality standards for fit, component materials and corrosion resistance. The CAPA seal is placed on those parts that meet these quality and fit standards. LKQ acquires salvage vehicles, primarily at auctions, and dismantles them, recycling the OEM parts for resale on late-model automobiles involved in collisions or in need of replacement mechanical parts, such as engines or transmissions. The most common recycled products include vehicle front or rear end assemblies, doors, trunk lids, engines and transmissions. Please visit LKQ at www.lkq corp.com, or at our corner Booth #237 at the NORTHEAST 2015 Automotive Services Show for more information.

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MAXON HYUNDAI / MAZDA Maxon Hyundai/Mazda of Union, NJ is ready to meet new friends in the New Jersey automotive repair community at NORTHEAST 2015! With seven trucks on the road and up to seven parts experts on the phone every day, the Maxon Wholesale Parts Division has what it takes to give shops what they need to ensure a quick and dependable repair process. Last year, Maxon moved their entire wholesale operation into an 8,000 square foot warehouse to better serve their exploding customer base. The established dealer’s impressive combined inventory of over $1.2 million in OEM Hyundai and Mazda parts are delivered twice daily to customers throughout Northern and Central NJ. The dealership also specializes in same or next-day delivery to the rest of its expansive service area, ranging from Rockland County and Northern NJ to Southern Ocean County. Under the direction of Parts Director Rick Weber, the Maxon parts department has consistently received some of the industry’s highest honors, including membership in Hyundai Motor America’s Million Dollar Club (a prestigious award given to dealers who purchase at least $1 million in parts annually from the auto maker) from 1993 to 2014. Last year, Maxon Hyundai purchased quadruple that amount, and they are the fourth largest distributor of Hyundai parts nationally! Maxon’s parts department also continues to receive annual accolades for parts performance from Mazda as well. It’s quite a one-two punch! The Maxon parts team is looking forward to meeting YOU at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #301! We also encourage you to contact us for more information on what Maxon’s top-notch service will mean for your business. To learn more about Maxon, please call us toll-free at (800) 964-7281 or visit www.maxonmazda.com and www.maxonhyundai.com.

click of a button, so what used to take a shop 30 to 45 minutes can now be done in a matter of seconds!

NUCAR NUCAR Wholesale Parts Distributors has been in the wholesale auto parts business supplying the area’s service professionals for more than three decades. NUCAR Wholesale Parts Distributors is a separate department of NUCAR Connection that is 100-percent

committed to servicing the independent automotive repair industry with various OEM parts. Our success begins with all employees understanding that every customer and every part is our core investment. How each of us treats and handles each one of them on every contact, every day, is the key to our success. Our professional sales and support staff undergo constant training to ensure they are knowledgeable

NISSAN It All Adds Up! Certified Collision Repair Network Becoming a Nissan or Infiniti Certified Collision Network member lets your customers know that their vehicle is in the best possible hands. Certified facilities receive a listing on the “Certified Collision Repair Facility” locator, a plaque, signage at the local sponsoring dealer, program-certified training and more. For information, contact NNAcollisionrepairnetwork@nissanUSA.com or visit www.getnissancertified.com All-new Nissan Value Advantage Nissan Value Advantage Parts provide the fit and finish of OE parts at significant savings. And since insurance companies often demand some used or aftermarket parts be utilized as part of the overall repair, Nissan Value Advantage Parts improve customer peace of mind. Call your local dealer for details. Save Time and Money with OPSTRAX OPSTRAX, with its simple, intuitive interface, enables shop personnel to place multiple orders with one

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about every part we sell and aware of how to handle them to guarantee parts are delivered in a safe, professional manner. Our deliveries cover areas that include Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York. We have more than 35 delivery trucks on the road every day of operation. All of our drivers are employed under NUCAR Wholesale Parts Distributors and take pride in delivering the right parts, undamaged, in a timely fashion suitable to your company’s needs. At NUCAR Wholesale Parts Distributors, we pride ourselves on our excellent service. We currently stock over $5.5 million in inventory consisting of multiple car lines. NUCAR Wholesale Parts Distributors still has so much more to offer. Please come visit our website, WWW.NUCARPARTS.COM, which is full of information valuable to all automotive service repair professionals. Our website consists of programs that can help make your company more profitable, contacts and information about us, an online return request form and many industry links. We believe that once you work with us and get to know us, we will form a truly beneficial relationship. So come get to know us!! Visit us at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #406.

POLYCRACKER Polycracker is located in Boonton, NJ. For more than 25 years, the company has been a provider of specialty

chemicals for the removal of wax, grease, silicones and Armor-All from surfaces to prepare them for fisheyefree coatings and painting. Polycracker was the first to introduce a water-based chemical in this industry and is still the #1 choice. Most fisheye problems are caused by poly-silicone, the ingredients in all of today’s most durable paint protection systems and waxes. Successful refinishing of treated vehicles requires removal of all traces of these chemicals – Polycracker was designed to do just that. Plus, Polycracker completely removes oil, grease, lubricants, fingerprints and dirt. Fisheye eliminators are the not the answer. Adding fisheye eliminator to all paint jobs – “just in case” – can cause major problems down the road, because fisheye eliminators contain some of the same ingredients as the waxes. Adding fisheye eliminators to paint can make the paint compatible with the wax, but using it can create adhesion problems, or wax residue accumulation. Clearcoats are even worse. Using eliminator in single stage top coats is a remedy that can be pulled off, but using the chemicals in primers or the basecoats of two- or three-stage finishes can be hazardous. Using eliminator may help you get the base on, but when you apply the clear, you could get thousands of fisheyes. When that happens, your only chance of saving the job is by adding large doses of eliminator to the clearcoat. This can mean countless small fisheyes that you will

later attempt to color sand and buff out. By doing so, you’re risking slippage (adhesion problems) down the road. The simple solution is to eliminate fisheye at its source. Use POLYCRACKER before sanding and before painting to ELIMINATE fisheye for good! Please contact us at polycracker@netscape.com and visit us at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #737!

PPG AUTOMOTIVE REFINISH Bringing Innovation to the Surface Under its guiding mission to continue to be the world leader in coatings, PPG has served the automotive refinish community for over 111 years, with a complete range of products, services and expertise. Today, PPG continues to play an indispensible role in serving collision centers worldwide. Technology, Training & Color Support PPG offers a results-driven portfolio of refinish technologies to help customers meet high expectations for color matching accuracy and throughput performance. As the industry moves forward with environmentally progressive refinish systems, PPG’s innovative waterborne technology leads the way. Its AQUABASE® Plus and ENVIROBASE® High Performance brands, featuring anti-settle toners, have become the systems of choice for more than 10,000 shops across North America, and some 28,000 worldwide.

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Technician training and collision center operational improvement are also important components of their mission. Last year PPG trained 15,000 painters in the latest application techniques and coatings technology. The PPG MVP Business Solutions team has educated thousands of owners and managers on how to effectively increase their shop productivity and profitability, and leads the way in the practical application of Lean Six Sigma for collision repair. To ensure accurate color matching across all product lines, the PPG color network manages a color documentation program spanning four continents. Each year over 40,000 entries are added to their database that already contains more than 2,000,000 prime and variant formulas. Supporting this robust color database, PPG is continually advancing its paint management and color tools, such as the comprehensive PAINTMANAGER速 software. Investing in Tomorrow With performance coatings as its core business, PPG is committed to ongoing investment in coatings research and development to ensure the long-term success of its refinish partners. To learn more about PPG Automotive Refinish, please call (800) 647-6050, visit them online at www.ppgrefinish.com, and come see them at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #711.

THE PRESTIGE FAMILY OF DEALERSHIPS

RELIABLE AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT

The Prestige Family of Dealerships is a third generation family owned and operated business. Our automobile history dates back to 1947, when Joseph Dockery Sr. opened a Hudson dealership in Montclair, NJ. In 1968, his son Robert and Joseph were awarded a Mercedes-Benz franchise, which they opened on January 28, 1969 in Paramus, NJ. This year we are celebrating our 45th Anniversary as a Mercedes-Benz Dealer. We have added a number of additional franchises over the years. We are proud to represent not only Mercedes-Benz, but Lexus (1986), BMW (1986), Land Rover (1987), Toyota (2000), MINI (2002), Jaguar (2012), Volkswagen (2013), Sprinter, Scion and two Pre-Owned Dealerships in Bergen County, NJ and Orange County, NY. Today, Wards Auto ranks Prestige 31st in the 2014 Mega Dealer Top 100 and we are actively looking to expand our presence in the tri-state area through the addition of select luxury brands that compliment our current lineup. At Prestige, we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Our New Jersey dealerships have been serving the Tri-State area for over 45 years. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award winning service and value that our community has come to expect from all of our dealerships through the years. Visit us at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #315.

Over 25 Years of Dedicated, Superior Service! Founded in 1987, Belford, NJ-based Reliable Automotive Equipment (RAE) has a first class presence in the automotive aftermarket. RAE has demonstrated superior customer service for over 25 years while tailoring its equipment solutions to the ever-changing automotive market. Our business has been built on exceptional employees who consistently offer fast turn around, outstanding service and first-rate training. Repair technology is ever increasing. It is our goal to support new technology and provide our customers with the correct resources to repair vehicles consistent with manufacturers approved methods and procedures. To be successful in the 21st century, you need to create a sustainable competitive advantage for both you and your customers. We at RAE have built collaborative relationships with a network of global companies to give you the best of both worlds: world-class product development expertise combined with unrivaled local support. The result? Outstanding product performance, unsurpassed product quality and most of all the human touch. So no matter what your equipment needs, RAE is here. Visit RAE at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #610, or online at www.raeservice.com.

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SHERWIN-WILLIAMS AUTOMOTIVE FINISHES (SWAF) Providing high-performance automotive, fleet and aerospace coatings and associated products, SherwinWilliams Automotive Finishes (SWAF) serves a variety of customers including automotive collision repair facilities, dealerships, fleet owners/refinishers, jobber distributors and original equipment manufacturers. A total commitment to excellence in technology, products and process-driven solutions provides a competitive advantage for Sherwin-Williams’ resultsbased customers. Some of the brand’s leading products and services include: - AWX Performance Plus™ Waterborne Basecoat/ Clearcoat System: The industry’s cutting-edge waterborne basecoat that provides compliance without complication;

- The revolutionary HP Process™ Refinish System with Air-Dry technology that removes the need for baking to achieve a fast cure time (now as short as 15 minutes); - The Lean Stock™ inventory management system, which improves product availability and performance, maximizes materials and increases manpower profitability; - New shop revenue opportunities with the Express Scratch Repair™ program; - EcoLean™ collision services to create increased productivity and profitability by developing lean collision shop processes; and - The A-Plus™ Network - the leading value-added program that combines comprehensive business solutions to help shop owners and managers. As the collision repair industry continues its switch to waterborne, Sherwin-Williams has consistently

worked to improve upon its offerings in the field through added features and some of the best color agreement available. In addition to providing revolutionary waterborne products to the field, Sherwin-Williams continues to score with its Lean Stock™ inventory management system. Through Lean Stock™, body shop customers have a strong solution to the challenges they face in producing repairs, streamlining in-house processes, improving cycle time and ensuring consistency across the entire refinishing and repair process. One of Sherwin-Williams’ most popular programs, the A-Plus™ Network, offers a wide variety of solutions such as membership in Sherwin-Williams vision groups, customer service, employee growth, insurance relationships, management training, marketing, process refinement, productivity and profitability. A-Plus™ Network Members receive discounted pricing and priority services from approved contributors including: American Honda; Fleet Response; Instant Estimator; Safelite Solutions; CSI Complete; Customer Research Inc.; GMG Envirosafe; GRC-Pirk; Automotive Disciplines Inc.; The Fristoe Group; VeriFacts; ALLDATA Collision; AutoWatch; iContact; OEConnection; Web Ready Solutions; DELL; OfficeMax; and HERTZ. More information on the A-Plus™ Network is

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available at www.sherwin-automotive.com/customerprograms-services/a-plus-network/. For more information on Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes (SWAF), please visit www.sherwin-automotive.com, call 1-800SWULTRA (1-800-798-5872) or visit them at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #319.

Founded in 1989 by Orazio Spanesi, Spanesi has become synonymous with constant growth and improvement. Raised with an innate vocation for cars and mechanics, Orazio Spanesi’s dream started when he opened a body shop in a small town in the province of Padova Italy in 1969 after beginning his career as a panel beater in 1958. Driven by his desire to learn

of excellence. Spanesi’s product lines include straightening benches, minibenches, touch electronic systems, vacuum systems, welding machines, infrared lamps, lifts, painting tools, spray booth equipment and manual, pneumatic, electric and hydraulic tools. Spanesi’s dedication to superior products starts with research and development to continually improve the quality and technology need for vehicle repair. Being on the customer’s side is not just a slogan for Spanesi, but a fact of daily life, demonstrated by an on-site body shop in operation alongside its production plant. Here, each new prototype is tested with modifications that improve efficiency, optimize times and simplify procedures. This is the site of the real “field testing” that guarantees the exceptional Spanesi performance and

Spanesi Americas’ mission is to bring new products and technologies to body shops in the Americas to enable technicians to perform repairs to a high standard of excellence. There are no secrets behind Spanesi’s success, just one rule behind every choice: Be a technician, think like a technician and gear your products to technicians. Visit Spanesi Americas at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #150.

everything there was to know about the industry, he began travelling, first around Italy, then around the world. Spanesi came to realize the inadequacy of the repair systems in use at the time, which were too slow and too complicated and founded his own company to fill the void in the repair industry. Thanks to a series of astute technical insights, in just a few years, Orazio Spanesi succeeded in developing a range of products that included the Spanesi universal jig and the totem lift that revolutionized the market and brought the brand success. Today, Spanesi is a leading international producer of automotive repair equipment and continues to manufacture the most effective solutions to enable body shop technicians to perform repairs to a high standard

continuous innovation. Production quality can be checked at any time thanks to a widespread organization and the constant contact Spanesi maintains with its dealers around the world. Spanesi’s renowned customer care and ongoing training enables technicians to guarantee their own customers faster and more efficient service, while making Spanesi the landmark brand in the sector. In 2005, Spanesi added a second factory that mirrors the Padova factory and is located in China to serve the Asian market. The recent opening of Spanesi Americas will focus directly on North and South America marketing to meet the needs of its current and future customers, Spanesi has poised itself to be able to support the global market.

global market. Steck Manufacturing embraces ideas from its tool users. According to President John Brill, “New ideas are the life blood of our company.” Steck will evaluate each tool and work with the inventor to protect the idea, as well as pay a royalty to the inventor based on the net sales of the tool. It is an exciting time in the Body Shop for technicians to build their experience and resumes on aluminum repair. With many vehicles using aluminum now, including the new Ford 150 body, using your everyday steel tools can cause galvanic corrosion on aluminum components which will require technicians to educate themselves on new and different repair processes as well as investing in new

SPANESI AMERICAS

STECK MANUFACTURING New product releases, in-house ideas and inventorsubmitted ideas blend together to help propel Steck’s product lines New product ideas are the keys to growth in today’s

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continued from page 59 tools to assist them. Soft Strike Aluminum Conversion Kit, PN3500 allows the technician to protect their existing hammer and dollies by using Soft Strike Aluminum Covers to also work on aluminum body components. The Soft Strike Covers eliminate the need to invest in redundant, special aluminum application tools, and alllows the safe and uncomplicated conversion of

existing steel tools to work on aluminum; the removable covers prevent cross contamination and galvanic corrosion. With aluminum doors, the manufacturers are using self-piercing rivets and glue versus welding for the door skins, which is a new process for technicians. The SPR Extraction Tool (PN 21970) has a high-grade

hardened steel frame and a ½” 20 Grade 8 hex bolt with hardened tip to push out a SPR with a ¾” or 19mm socket, while the SPR Insertion Tool (PN 21960) has a high grade hardened steel frame and a ½” 20 Grade 8 hex bolt with magnetic end and center recess to hold the replacement SPR while inserting the SPR with a ¾” or 19mm socket. Technicians can accomplish this task without waiting in line for the very expensive hydraulic tools. Al Skin Zipper (PN21892), with its selflubricating reinforced nylon head, will crimp regular or adhesive bonded 1mm and 1.5mm skins. The Al Skin Zipper crimps the edge tightly for a professional rope hem finish with no damage to the skin in an easy twostep process after removing the SPRs. Also the Al Skin Zipper2 tool (PN21896) will complete the window flange opening of aluminum door skins. While Steck’s focus is on the auto body repair business (where they develop and sell body shop specialty repair tools), they also provide products to the towing industry. Their BigEasy Lockout tool kits (32900 and 32955) allow technicians to unlock cars without damaging the car door. Their most recent announcement, the 4th Wheel Loader (71480), allows tow truck drivers to safely load and secure a vehicle with broken ball joints, lost wheels or locked wheels on their roll back wreckers. This also allows mechanics and body technicians to steer the vehicle over unlevel surfaces (as well as gravel and dirt) into the shop and guide it to lifts or frame racks for repair. Visit our website at www.steckmfg.com or view our product offerings (as well as videos of some of our more popular items) on our YouTube page by visiting www.youtube.com/user/SteckMfg#p/u. Visit us at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #113!

TEAM PRP NORTHEAST (PRP-NE) The Premium Recycled Parts – NorthEast (PRP-NE) group is a partnership of 16 auto recyclers in 18 locations throughout New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. We are proud to provide the most extensive inventory in the Northeast, with next-day service and personalized, friendly customer service. With over 500 salespeople and 325 delivery trucks available through the national partnership and the capabilities to dismantle over 250,000 cars a year as a group, why would you choose anyone else for your recycled parts needs? Team PRP NorthEast is part of the Team PRP Alliance, a national alliance of 130 auto recyclers operating in 49 states. The Team PRP Alliance provides its clients access to an inventory of over a million recycled parts as well as the recycling industry’s best warranties, quote and delivery guarantees. Best of all, each member of the Team PRP Alliance remains independent, guaranteeing competitive prices. For more information on Team PRP NorthEast, please visit www.prpne.com. We look forward to meeting you at NORTHEAST 2015! Come visit us at Booth #211 to learn more about Team PRP NorthEast and be entered into some great giveaways! 66

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TNT AUTO PARTS With more than 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, Michael Kaminski has built his business centering on his passion: Cars! TNT Auto Parts was founded in the spirit of outstanding service and the goal of achieving 100 percent customer satisfaction. As an owner-operated business, Michael and his knowledgeable sales staff are committed to providing exceptional value, maximizing your savings, and exceeding your highest expectations. With a wide selection of domestic and foreign auto parts, you can be sure that TNT Auto Parts has exactly what you need. Whether you are a body shop, auto repair facility, or a do-it-yourself car owner, you can rely on TNT to assist you from start to finish. In addition to a huge inventory of high-quality replacement, aftermarket, and OEM parts for both new and used cars, TNT also offers a nationwide parts locating service. At TNT, we stand behind our products and offer a standard 6 month warranty on most parts. In addition, we also offer extended warranties from one to three years parts and labor. Our fleet of dependable delivery trucks and nationwide shipping service make ordering parts as easy as picking up the phone. And when you are ready to trade your car in for a later model, don’t forget to call Michael for a fair price. He buys all makes and models of new and used vehicles - often at much higher prices offered at local dealerships. In addition to managing a full-service auto parts business, Michael is a Jeep enthusiast, and spends much of his free time building, fabricating, off-roading, and repairing Jeeps. He is the go-to authority in the Northeast on all things Jeep! For world-class service and a great deal on auto parts, call or visit TNT today. Michael and his team love what they do and offer their heart-felt thanks to their valued customers. Visit TNT Auto Parts at NORTHEAST® 2015 Booth #620!

TOWN MOTORS The Town Motors family of dealerships services body shops far beyond its Englewood, NJ base. Our parts customers get what they need from our combined inventory without having to deal with delays or worry. We love working on new and used vehicles, and while we’re happy to serve people who either do not want to perform their own auto repairs and car service, don’t know how, or don’t have the time, we completely understand why so many do it themselves. Like us, they believe there’s nothing so rewarding as getting some grease on their hands. Of course, for the really big stuff, you may want to contact our auto body shop in Englewood by calling the service center at (201) 227-6523. Our Audi, Lincoln, Porsche and Subaru locations carry the parts and accessories you need for your repairs - from the oil filters to the windshield wiper 67

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blades, from batteries to tires and more. If you need help determining exactly what you need to do the job right, just ask. And, if for some strange reason we don’t have exactly what you’re looking for, we’re happy to special order it right away. We at Town Motors look forward to meeting current and future customers during NORTHEAST 2015! Come visit us at Booth #242.

WAYNE MAZDA / WAYNE HYUNDAI / PERFORMANCE FORD LINCOLN (AKA 1800NEWPARTS) In operation since 2001, Wayne Mazda has spent the past 14 years building an unbeatable reputation for getting parts orders correct and out the door as quickly as possible. Serving all of NJ and the Tri-State area with high quality Mazda, Hyundai, Ford, & Lincoln parts, 1800NEWPARTS is comprised of an expert staff of 32, and nine drivers can offer next-day delivery on most products. Combine these four locations and the parts distribution warehouse boasts nearly $3 million in high quality parts. As Wayne Mazda gears up for its 15th anniversary, its family of dealerships as well as 1800NEWPARTS continue to strive for complete customer satisfaction with every parts order. The Wayne Mazda Team is proud to once again be participating in the 2015 NORTHEAST Automotive Services Show, and looks forward to networking with current and future customers. Come see us at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #130. For more information on Wayne Mazda, please visit www.waynemazda.com.

WESTBURY CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM We’re your Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM parts connection! If you aren’t using Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM parts in your repairs, you might be doing your customers a disservice. That’s why we recommend genuine parts straight from the source, and the same ones our team of onsite Chrysler, Dodge,Jeep and RAM service specialists use. These new parts are made specifically for these vehicles, and that leads to better performance, better efficiency and a longer lasting car. Those are the things no-name manufacturers can’t always guarantee. For the best in genuine Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM parts on your next automotive repair, submit a request form on our website at www.westburyjeep.com, or come visit us at 111 Bond Street, Westbury, Long Island, NY. Proudly serving all of Nassau & Suffolk counties, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and parts of New Jersey, we’re here to help you hit the ground running with your parts and repair needs, while also answering any questions you might have. Quality is Our Guarantee! Because we only stock OEM replacement parts and accessories, you can be sure that manufacturer specific quality will be maintained. We look forward to meeting you at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #206!

WHEEL COLLISION CENTER (WCC)

Wheel Collision Center (WCC) professionally repairs and refinishes damaged factory and aftermarket alloy wheels at a fraction of their new cost, guaranteed! WCC’s wheel production facility offers insurance-quality wheel refinishing,

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which carries our limited lifetime warranty, as well as wheel polishing, painting and chroming. WCC stocks thousands of refinished OEM alloy wheels available for sale or exchange. Aftermarket or out-of-stock factory wheels can often be repaired or located. WCC uses proprietary, industry-leading machinery for straightening aluminum wheels. Our Patented Repair Process assures 100-percent wheel integrity. Accidents, potholes, curbs or tire machines can cause damage resulting in a wheel being discarded. Scratched, bent, gouged or cracked, WCC can repair it properly and safely, backed by 2.5 years of metallurgy testing by Lehigh University Material Research. WCC’s expert technicians can straighten or weld damaged areas back to original condition in less time than it normally takes to buy a new wheel. We offer 100-percent inspections before shipping, and check radial and lateral runout and balance to ensure the wheel is perfectly straight so the car rides smoothly. WCC offers daily pickup and delivery service in southeastern PA & northern NJ, as well as daily UPS around the United States. We welcome your alloy wheel business, so call us at (800) 292-RIMS (7467), and visit us at NORTHEAST 2015 Booth #313.

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ADVERTISERS’ INDEX ACCUDRAFT PAINT BOOTHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(OBC) AMATO AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR COMPANY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ARA OF NEW JERSEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 AUDI GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37 AUTO BODY DISTRIBUTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 AXALTA COATING SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 BASF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BMW GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-43 CADILLAC OF MAHWAH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 CAR-PART.COM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 CLASSIC AUDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 CLINTON ACURA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 COLLISION EQUIPMENT COMPANY . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 CONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 COSMO’S AUTO RECYCLERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 CRASHMAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 DOVER DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 EMPIRE AUTO PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 FLEMINGTON AUDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 FLEMINGTON GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 FORD PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 FRED BEANS PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 FUTURE CURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

GLEN TOYOTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 GRAND PRIX SUBARU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 HACKETTSTOWN HONDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 HYUNDAI GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 JMK BMW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 JMK SAAB/FIAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 KLEAN FRAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 LEVITTOWN FORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 LKQ/KEYSTONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 MAXON HYUNDAI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 MAXON MAZDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 MAZDA GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 MERCEDES BENZ OF FREEHOLD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 THE MIKE KAUFMANN DEALER GROUP . . . . . . . . . . .52 MINI GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 MITSUBISHI GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 MOPAR GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 NISSAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(IBC)71 NUCAR GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17 PAUL MILLER AUDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 PERFORMANCE LINCOLN/FORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 PHILLIPSBURG-EASTON HONDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 POLYCRACKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 PORSCHE GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

PPG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 PRESTIGE GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 PRINCETON BMW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 PRINCETON MINI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 PRO SPOT - INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . (IFC)2 RELIABLE AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . .23 RW MALLON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 SHERWIN-WILLIAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 SPANESI-AMERICAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 SPRAYBOOTH SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 STECK MANUFACTURING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 SUBARU GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 TEAM PRP-NE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 TOWN AUDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 TOYOTA GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 TNT AUTO PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 VALTEK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 VIP HONDA/BRIDGEWATER ACURA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 VW GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 WAYNE AUTOMALL HYUNDAI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 WAYNE MAZDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 WESTBURY JEEP/DODGE/RAM/CHRYSLER JEEP SRT50 WHEEL COLLISION CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

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