2019 ABAT Skeet Shoot
The 3rd annual ABAT skeet tournament is on the horizon! Join us for fun, food and prizes as we mix and mingle, both shop manager and vendor alike. This Year's shoot will be bigger and badder than ever! Come out and "aim to win" or just to "shoot the breeze". Saturday, May 18th Elm Fork Shooting Sports 10751 Luna Rd Dallas, Tx 75220 Registration starts at 10:30 Download flyer below for more information Click here to download 2019 skeet flyer Click HERE to Register!
ABAT January Regional Educational Meetings
ABAT is hosting three regional meetings January 23rd, 24th and 25th. All three meetings will deliver the same content, and are guaranteed to make a difference in your daily shop operations. This meeting and meal is FREE- Join us and bring a friend. Registration is appreciated but not required. Register below or email jill@abat.us [Form id="3"]
No Bull About Successful Texas Auto Body Trade Show
*Reprinted with permission from Autobody News By Chasidy Rae Sisk On August 24-26, the Auto Body Association of Texas (ABAT) hosted its 3rd Annual Texas Auto Body Trade Show at the Hurst Conference Center in Hurst, TX with a theme of "That Ain't No Bull." According to ABAT Executive Director Jill Tuggle, "The event was a huge success and exceeded our expectations. While our attendance was negatively impacted by the hurricane in Houston, we still had about 200 in attendance throughout the length of the event. The speakers were even more dynamic than expected, the vendors were classy and gracious, and the venue was beautiful. We are proud of this event and are already immersed in planning the 2018 Texas Auto Body Trade Show." ABAT Board Member Eric McKenzie chimed in, “It was our third and largest conference yet. We had many great speakers educating us about the hottest topics in the collision industry. We had tremendous support from
Dallas Lawyer Todd Tracy Publicly Thanks The Auto Body Association of Texas in a YouTube Video
Attorney Todd Tracy, the lawyer that represented the owners of a Honda Fit in the high-profile case in Dallas, TX, Applauds the Auto Body Association of Texas for it's commitment to safety. Mr. Tracy was a spotlight speaker at the Texas Auto Body Trade show speaking to attendees on how to avoid litigation. His full presentation will be available to members of ABAT later this year. Click here to Join now to be one of the first to see the presentation that gained a standing ovation at the show. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7OC6Q8YdME
TEXAS AUTO BODY TRADE SHOW August 25th & 26th 2017
Get Ready for the 3rd Annual Texas Auto Body Trade Show, a whole new collision trade show experience And that Ain't NO BULL! The Texas Auto Body Trade Show will be held August 25-26, 2017 at the Hurst Conference Center in Hurst, TX. This show is open to anyone in the collision industry nationwide. The Grand Ballroom will include 60 exhibitors from around the U.S. showcasing the latest in collision repair technology, new cars and product and equipment demonstrations. In addition to the exhibits, we have selected an exciting lineup of presentations from well-known speakers like Mike Anderson. There will be an OEM panel discussion and break-out sessions for owners, managers, estimators and technicians. August 25-26, 2017 Hurst Conference Center 1601 Campus Dr. Hurst, TX 76054 To find out more or register to attend the show, CLICK HERE *The Hyatt place hotel is booked. For alternate booking please call the Holiday Inn Express and give them the name Auto Body