VIVE Collision buys Joe DiIorio Auto Body, reaches 80 locations

VIVE Collision has acquired Joe DiIorio Auto Body in Homestead, Pennsylvania, adding its 80th location and deepening its footprint in the greater Pittsburgh market. The deal keeps the longtime Mon Valley shop operating under local leadership while folding in VIVE’s training, technology and repair resources.

Why it matters: - The acquisition expands VIVE Collision’s Pennsylvania footprint and strengthens its network across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. - Homestead customers keep a familiar neighborhood repair shop while gaining access to VIVE Collision’s larger resource base, including training, technology and repair support. - The move adds scale for VIVE Collision at a time when the company is pursuing growth through partnerships with established local businesses.

What happened: - VIVE Collision announced the acquisition of Joe DiIorio Auto Body in Homestead, Pennsylvania. - The deal brings VIVE Collision to 80 locations. - The Homestead shop has served the Mon Valley since 1968 as a family-owned and operated collision repair business. - The location will operate as Powered by VIVE.

The details: - Joe DiIorio Auto Body has built its reputation on collision repair and personalized customer service. - The Homestead team will continue serving the community with the same local care and trusted service. - VIVE Collision will support the shop with expanded resources, technology, training and operational expertise. - VIVE Collision said the greater Pittsburgh location improves connectivity between its Pennsylvania operations and its broader Mid-Atlantic and Northeast network. - Customers will continue to receive personalized service, along with access to manufacturer repair procedures and support systems tied to safe, high-quality repairs.

Between the lines: - The acquisition shows VIVE Collision is targeting established repair shops with strong community ties rather than building every location from scratch. - Pennsylvania remains an important growth market because a stronger Pittsburgh presence fills a geographic gap in the company’s regional network. - VIVE Collision framed the deal as a way to preserve local legacy while upgrading the business with corporate-backed capabilities.

What's next: - VIVE Collision is expected to keep expanding through similar partnerships with collision repair businesses that share its focus on people, customers and communities. - The company will continue pushing its 3 Ps approach: People, Process and Passion. - The Homestead site is likely to serve as a bridge for deeper coverage across Pennsylvania.

The bottom line: - VIVE Collision is using acquisitions to grow fast, protect local brand trust and widen its repair network in key Northeast markets.