FTC Moves to Block Merger of CCC and Mitchell

(Aftermarketnews.com) The Federal Trade Commission says a merger between Mitchell International and CCC Information Services would reduce competition in the electronic estimating market.

Published: December 1, 2008

The FTC has filed suit today to block the merger of CCC Information Services Inc. and Mitchell International Inc., saying that it would thwart competition in the market for electronic estimating systems and total loss valuation solutions.

The FTC’s Acting Bureau of Competition Director David P. Wales said the merger would "no doubt" reduce competition that benefits auto insurance companies and collision repair facilities.

The Commission voted 3-0 to block the merger and will file a complaint in federal district court seeking a temporary restraining order to stop the merger pending an administrative trial. The hearing is set for Mar. 31, 2009. (Tire Review/Akron)

TIA chooses Planet Hollywood for SEMA pre-show events

TIA’s pre-show events, encompassing the annual membership meeting and cocktail reception, will happen at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

By Christian Hinton

Published: April 21, 2024

The Tire Industry Association (TIA) revealed the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino as the host hotel for the pre-show events leading up to the Global Tire Expo (GTE) during the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, taking place from Nov. 5-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

TIA’s pre-show events, encompassing the annual membership meeting and cocktail reception, are set to take place on Monday, Nov. 4. The association said these events offer networking opportunities and insights into the latest TIA developments. Attendance is complimentary, however, securing a spot requires a reservation of a ticket.