PPG (NYSE: PPG) announced that it has been appointed the exclusive supplier of automotive refinish coatings for Quality Collision Group (QCG), covering more than 95 collision repair locations across 13 U.S. states. Under the agreement, PPG will supply coatings products and also provide digital tools, technical support and training programs intended to help QCG improve shop productivity and process efficiency.
Rodolfo Ramirez, Vice President, Automotive Refinish, Americas at PPG, said the company will support QCG locations with tools and resources designed to improve throughput and performance, from initial vehicle intake through final delivery. He added that PPG believes its combination of digital solutions, refinish coatings and supporting products can help QCG repair more vehicles while maintaining high quality standards.
PPG said its support offering will include the PPG ENVIROBASE® High Performance paint system, positioned for durability and precise color matching to OEM finishes. The package also includes digital color-matching and mixing technologies such as the PPG VISUALIZID™ tool, PPG MOONWALK® automated mixing system, PPG DIGIMATCH™ spectrophotometer and PPG LINQ™ color software. Additional allied products will support multiple stages of the repair process, including body repair, refinishing and detailing.
PPG will also provide consulting support through professional services and analytics tools including PPG COLLISION SERVICES™, which the company said can help improve material profitability and strengthen repair quality and operational results. Ramirez said the partnership reflects a shared focus between the two companies on performance, innovation and sustainable growth within the automotive refinish sector.
Quality Collision Group is expanding its network of repair centers and now operates more than 95 OEM-certified locations across 13 states. Founded in 2020, QCG introduced an MSO model built around OEM compliance and repair quality, with a stated focus on safety and customer satisfaction.
PPG, headquartered in Pittsburgh, develops and supplies paints, coatings and specialty products serving construction, industrial, transportation and consumer markets. The company reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024 and operates in more than 70 countries.
