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Russom’s CARSTAR Collision, Travelers and Local First Responders Help Make Mid-South Drivers Safer on the Road Through National Auto Body Council® First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™) Program

July 16, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (July 16, 2026) – First responders from nine fire departments across the Mid-South donned their gear at Russom’s CARSTAR Collision in Dyersburg, TN, on Saturday, July 11 for a hands-on learning experience teaching them how to rescue accident victims from late-model vehicles – life-saving skills that are critical when minutes matter most, all thanks to Russom’s CARSTAR Collision, Travelers Insurance and the National Auto Body Council® F.R.E.E.™ program. Hurst Jaws of Life® provided the tools used in the demonstrations.

Twin Cities Area Veteran Receives Refurbished Vehicle Through the NABC Recycled Rides® Program Thanks to GEICO and CARSTAR

July 9, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (July 9, 2026) – On Tuesday, July 7, a Twin Cities area veteran received a once-in-a-lifetime gift — the donation of a beautifully refurbished vehicle that will allow him to continue working and to be an active member of the veteran community. The donation was made possible by the NABC Recycled Rides® program, vehicle donor GEICO and repair partner CARSTAR Northfield, part of the Driven Brands family of automotive brands.

Minneapolis Veteran Receives Refurbished Vehicle Through the NABC Recycled Rides® Program Thanks to Allstate and CARSTAR

July 8, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (July 8, 2026) – On Wednesday, July 8, a Minneapolis veteran of the U.S Navy received a life changing gift — the donation of a beautifully refurbished vehicle that will allow him to continue moving forward and assist other veterans. The donation was made possible by the NABC Recycled Rides® program, vehicle donor Allstate and repair partner CARSTAR, part of the Driven Brands family of automotive brands.

Brooklyn, NY, Mother of Ailing Infant Receives Refurbished Vehicle Thanks to Allstate, CARSTAR and the NABC Recycled Rides® Program

June 29, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (June 29, 2026) – On Saturday, June 27, a Brooklyn, NY, single mother received a gift that could save a life — the donation of a beautifully refurbished vehicle that will allow her to give her infant son the care he needs. The donation was made possible by the NABC Recycled Rides® program, vehicle donor Allstate and repair partner CARSTAR, part of the Driven Brands family of automotive brands.

Two Chesapeake, VA Area Veterans Receive Refurbished Vehicles Thanks to GEICO, Crash Champions and the NABC Recycled Rides® Program

June 26, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (June 26, 2026) – On Wednesday, June 24, two United States military veterans from the Chesapeake, VA area received a gift fit for the nation’s 250th birthday — the donation of two beautifully refurbished vehicles to assist them now in their lives as civilians and as they care for their families. The donations were made possible by the NABC Recycled Rides® program, vehicle donor GEICO and repair partner Crash Champions.

Helping Veterans Get Back on the Road to Success: Four New Jersey Veterans Receive Refurbished Vehicles as Nation’s 250th Birthday Nears, Thanks to GEICO, Dynasty Auto Body and the NABC Recycled Rides® Program

June 26, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (June 26, 2026) – On Friday, June 26, four deserving New Jersey veterans experienced a life-changing event – the presentation of a vehicle to help them continue on their path to independence, – thanks to the National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides® program along with vehicle donor GEICO and repair partner Dynasty Auto Body.

Sacramento Area Single Mother Receives Refurbished Vehicle Thanks to Allstate, Fix Auto USA and the NABC Recycled Rides® Program

June 24, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (June 24, 2026) – On Saturday, June 20, a Sacramento area single mother received a gift that could help change her life—the donation of a beautifully refurbished vehicle that will allow her to properly care for her daughter. The donation was made possible by the NABC Recycled Rides® program, vehicle donor Allstate and repair partner Fix Auto USA, part of the Driven Brands family of automotive brands.

Windham Body Shop, Allstate and Local First Responders Help Make Mississippi Drivers Safer on the Road Through National Auto Body Council® First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.™) Program

June 23, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (June 23, 2026) – First responders from across Mississippi donned their gear at Windham Body Shop in New Albany, MS, on Saturday, June 20 for a hands-on learning experience teaching them how to rescue accident victims from late-model vehicles – life-saving skills that are critical when minutes matter most, all thanks to Windham Body Shop, Allstate and the National Auto Body Council® F.R.E.E.™ program. Hurst Jaws of Life® provided the tools used in the demonstrations.

Wichita Woman in Need Receives Refurbished Vehicle Thanks to Allstate, Crash Champions and the NABC Recycled Rides® Program

June 22, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (June 22, 2026) – On Wednesday, June 17, a Wichita, KS, area woman in need received a life-changing gift—the donation of a beautifully refurbished vehicle as she works to achieve her goals for a successful life. The donation was made possible by the NABC Recycled Rides® program, vehicle donor Allstate and repair partner Crash Champions.

Copart Announced as Winner of 2025 National Auto Body Council® MVP Award

June 17, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (June 17, 2026) –- The National Auto Body Council® is proud to announce that Copart and Kristan Hobgood were named the 2025 winner of the new NABC® MVP Award, which formally recognizes the NABC® partner and their team members who support the vision of the National Auto Body Council® through their daily business partnership and activities. The announcement and presentation of the plaque honoring the award was presented during the Certified Collision Group Conference in Nashville, TN this spring.

U.S. Marine Veteran Receives Refurbished Vehicle Thanks to Allstate, Crash Champions and the NABC Recycled Rides® Program

June 12, 2026

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (June 12, 2026) – On Thursday, June 11, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran received the ultimate gift — the donation of a beautifully refurbished vehicle to give him and his family the freedom to travel safely. The donation was made possible by the NABC Recycled Rides® program, vehicle donor Allstate and repair partner Crash Champions.

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