Jay Sicht

Editor-in-Chief, FenderBender and ABRN
Phone: (573) 489-8544

Jay Sicht is editor-in-chief of FenderBender and ABRN. He has worked in the automotive aftermarket for more than 29 years, including in a number of sales and technical support roles in paint/parts distribution and service/repair. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Central Missouri with a minor in aviation, and as a writer and editor, he has covered all segments of the automotive aftermarket for more than 20 of those years, including formerly serving as editor-in-chief of Motor Age and Aftermarket Business World. Connect with him on LinkedIn.

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Articles

Higher VOCs Return to Southern California

March 6, 2025
The South Coast Air Quality Management District has amended its regulations for VOCs to discontinue use of suspected carcinogens.
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Podcasts

CollisionCast: The Importance of OEM Procedures in ADAS Calibrations

Feb. 25, 2025
Hear how the co-founders of Lightning Auto Service advocate for proper procedures and some steps they've taken to reduce friction with insurers.
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Exploring a Four-day Workweek

Feb. 7, 2025
Who doesn’t enjoy a three-day weekend? What if every week included one?