Mechanicsville, VA, January 22, 2025 – Quality Collision Group (QCG) made the commitment to become the first nationwide multi-shop operator to prioritize each of its 86 OE-focused collision repair business locations, joining as an active member of the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS).

QCG locations pride themselves on being Original Equipment (OE)-focused, emphasizing a commitment to follow manufacturer repair procedures, utilizing new OEM parts, and shop certification. The priority is safe and proper repairs, prioritizing the consumer’s needs. The locations span the United States, currently found in California, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, and Washington.

QCG sought out some of the best collision repair businesses in the industry, and many times, their success was in part due to a purposeful sense of industry involvement – often through involvement with SCRS.

“We want to be a leader at the national level where we meaningfully emphasize the importance of supporting activities that make the industry stronger and more informed. SCRS aligns on so many levels with our internal OE focus and belief in doing the right things for the right reasons,” stated Darrell Amberson, VP of Industry and OEM Relations of QCG. “We want to empower our individual locations so that they will continue to be represented and a part of that industry activity. That it is more than just corporate branding.”

QCG promises repair facilities entering the organization with seamless integration of their brand’s existing culture, and many of the locations comprising the growing roster of locations were active members of the association before acquisition.

“All 11 locations of LaMettry’s have maintained membership in SCRS over the years, and I deeply appreciate the continuity we will have under the QCG banner,” added Amberson. QCG announced the acquisition of LaMettry’s Collision, a multi-location family-owned business in Minnesota, in early November. “I have a tremendous amount of respect for the work that SCRS accomplishes in our industry, for what the organization stands for, and for the hard-working men and women that sit around their table giving back to the industry. I have continued to be impressed with the leadership I’ve seen from the executive leadership team in my short time here at QCG. What has become obvious to me is their commitment to their culture and willingness to identify opportunities to do more if it advances the mission. I’ve been a champion of association and general industry involvement for my entire career. I hope this is an instance where we lead by example and motivate others to participate similarly.”

Since 1982, SCRS has focused solely on representing collision repair facilities across North America.

SCRS was founded on the principle that collision repair facilities could inspire positive advancement in our industry by working together. The result is an established organization that has provided collision repairers with an audible voice, a strong and recognizable presence on issues that matter, and an extensive grassroots network of industry professionals who strive to better our trade.

“We are all very excited to welcome each of the QCG locations as members of the association,” added Aaron Schulenburg, Executive Director of SCRS. “We are always grateful for growth and when businesses validate our work by joining as a member. This commitment from QCG is meaningful to us all. Many of these businesses have been members of ours in the past. They are prominent, well-respected, consumer and OE-focused businesses within the collision repair community because that is the target demographic QCG is looking for in their growth strategy. Associations often see attrition in membership when strong businesses like that are acquired by larger national entities. The QCG leadership team acknowledged that and consciously decided to amplify support and involvement. We are grateful for the leadership in that area. I look forward to collaborating where our cultures and objectives align as we support education and information around safe and proper repairs.”

For more information about Quality Collision Group or to inquire about partnership opportunities, please visit www.qualitycollisiongroup.com.

For companies looking to support SCRS through membership, contact the SCRS office at info@scrs.com or visit us online at www.scrs.com/join-scrs.