Auto Body Trade Show 2024

The Auto Body Association of Texas is focused on serving you, the collision industry of Texas.

When you Join ABAT you will be added to our email list and receive local and national industry news that will keep you informed and up to date on news and political issues that are critical to the success of your business.

Our members have access to databases that contain information on local labor rate surveys, discrepancies in estimating systems, P-page information, and more. We use Ten Point, an independent third party to conduct a Prevailing Competitive Practice (PCP) Survey that provides our members with the information they need negotiate fair compensated for performing auto body repairs.

ABAT’s efforts do not stop inside the walls of our shops. The association is currently lobbying for Texas House Bill that addresses issues like steering, parts and database manipulation. It also would prevent carriers from using coercion or most incentives — including a guarantee of no out-of-pocket costs — designed to bring customers to the carrier’s network of direct repair shops agreeing to repair the vehicle under certain rates and/or terms. Membership funds are needed for lobbyists, as the insurance companies have some very strong players in the game of lobbying.