Crash Champions Acquires DAA Auto Body Centers in Spokane, WA

PublishedNov. 15, 2022

Crash Champions, LLC on Nov. 15 announced it has grown its presence in Eastern Washington through the acquisition of DAA Auto Body Centers in Spokane, WA.

One of the area’s leading providers of high-quality auto body repair services, DAA serves customers at two Spokane-area repair centers, located at 3001 E. Palouse Highway and 2607 S. Hayford Road.

With the addition of DAA, Crash Champions now provides customers access to collision repair service at 21 locations across Washington.

“I am thrilled to welcome Bob McConkey and his team to Crash Champions,” said Matt

Crash Champions Acquires Collision King in Lubbock, TX

PublishedNov. 9, 2022

Crash Champions, LLC, on Nov. 9 announced the organization has officially expanded to the West Texas market through the acquisition of Collision King, a leading MSO in Lubbock, TX.

One of West Texas’ leading providers of high-quality auto body repair services, Collision King serves customers at three Lubbock repair centers: Lubbock Downtown, Lubbock South and Lubbock Southwest.

The strategic expansion to the West Texas market grows Crash Champions’ Texas footprint to 99 locations, complementing a nationwide network of more than 575 repair centers in 35 states.

“Collision King will make a terrific addition

Classic Collision Adds 3rd Location in North Carolina, Expands Again in Texas

Published Nov. 4, 2022

Classic Collision, LLC, a leading national multi-site collision repair operator based in Atlanta, announced two new closings Nov. 4---the acquisition of Smitty’s Collision in Mooresville, NC, and a CARSTAR franchise in Houston, TX.

Smitty’s Collision opened its doors 20 years ago with a commitment to bring quality repairs to the Mooresville area.

“We used the most up to date technology to return vehicles to pre-collision condition with a staff that had over 100 years of experience in the collision repair industry, and excited to be a part of the Classic growth in North Carolina,” said

Classic Collision Expands Again in Florida 

PublishedOct. 21, 2022

Classic Collision, LLC, announced three new shops Oct. 21---the acquisition of Fenders Collision USA in Fort Walton Beach and Crestview, FL, along with a newly renovated facility opening in Orlando. 

Fenders Collision USA started its business wanting to contribute to the safety and happiness of its community and build premier auto body shops doing just that. 

“Our company goal was to help people get back to their routine and lives with ease of mind, and I know the Classic family will uphold that commitment to our customers, and we look forward to being part of Classic’s growth in Florida,” said

Driven Brands Celebrates Opening of 1,000th Collision Repair Location in North America

Written by Abby Andrews, Autobody News
Published Oct. 20, 2022

Driven Brands’ collision group on Oct. 18 celebrated the opening of CARSTAR Patriot Auto Body Little Rock in Little Rock, AR---its 1,000th collision repair facility in North America.

From entering the collision market in 2015 with the purchase of 240 CARSTAR locations in the U.S., Driven Collision has quadrupled its footprint across North America in just seven years. Driven Collision now services commercial and

Crash Champions Adds 3rd Collision Repair Center in Portland, OR, Metro Area

PublishedOct. 19, 2022

Crash Champions, LLC, on Oct. 19 announced it has expanded service in the Portland, OR, metro area, as it closed on a deal to acquire a location at 935 Southeast 202nd Ave. in Gresham.

Crash Champions, which opened its first Portland location earlier this year, now serves area customers and business partners at three premier repair centers across the market.

“This team of highly trained technicians has the expertise and equipment that align with the Crash Champions vision and strategic growth plan,” said Matt Ebert, founder and CEO of Crash Champions. “This high-quality facility will

Classic Collision Celebrates 200th Location Milestone

PublishedOct. 12, 2022

Classic Collision, LLC, a national multi-site collision repair operator based in Atlanta, opened its 200th state-of-the-art location and will be celebrating over its 15-state footprint. 

“Last summer, we had the pleasure of celebrating our historic milestone of 100 locations, and today we’re excited to share we’ve reached another huge achievement with the opening of our 200th location,” said Toan Nguyen, CEO of Classic Collision. “What a pleasure it has been for our team to watch every single person play a role in building this incredible company. Now, we celebrate this major accomplishment as a Classic Collision

Focus Advisors Represents Mills Body Shops in Sale to CollisionRight

PublishedOct. 11, 2022

Focus Advisors, an M&A firm specializing in collision repair transactions, announced its client, Mills Body Shops of Evansville, IN, and its four locations have been acquired by CollisionRight, headquartered in Columbus, OH. 

Started in 1955 by the Mills family, Don Decker Sr.and Jack Vickery purchased the company in 1977 and grew it from a single shop to four collision repair locations. 

Second-generation operators Don Jr.and his brother Britt Deckercontinue to run the business today and have grown Mills Body

Classic Collision Enters Florida Panhandle

PublishedOct. 7, 2022

Classic Collision, LLC, a leading national multi-site collision repair operator based in Atlanta, announced the acquisition of three additional facilities in the Florida panhandle---Jimmy’s Paint & Body, Precision Collisionand West Florida Paint & Body. 

Danieland Han Roberts have had more than 25 years of experience servicing the panhandle of Florida between the three locations with one goal in mind: to use top quality parts and materials while providing a pleasant experience to their customers. 

“We felt the culture at Classic Collision has matched what we

Crash Champions to Merge with Service King

Crash Champions announced July 14 it has entered into an agreement to receive a growth investment from Clearlake Capital Group and will simultaneously execute a strategic transaction with Service King Collision.

Crash Champions’ management team and operating partners, alongside Clearlake, will lead the combined company going forward.

Following closing and integration, the company will operate more than 550 total locations across 35 states and Washington, D.C., under the Crash Champions name and banner.

Terms of the transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions including regulatory clearances, were not disclosed.

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A Deeper Look at Crash Champions' Merger with Service King

Written by David Roberts, managing director of Focus Advisors

After months of speculation about the future of Service King, a blockbuster merger with Crash Champions was announced to Service King managers on July 15.

The two consolidators will merge and create a 550+ shop operation with upwards of $2 billion in annualized sales.

While still smaller than Gerber and far behind Caliber, this new entity will be competing coast to coast with its two larger national competitors, as well as six smaller super-regional MSOs: the fast-growing Classic Collision with nearly 200 shops, Joe