I-CAR announced it will launch two new classes on collision repair considerations for the most popular vehicles on the road and emerging technology in today’s vehicles. On Aug. 3, I-CAR will launch the Collision Repair for Select High Volume Vehicles (POP01) Live training program, and on August 10, the Vehicle Technology and Trends 2010 (NEW10) Live training program will be available.

I-CAR says that interest in popular vehicles and new trends is growing among repairers and insurers.

“Keeping pace with change is important to stay competitive in today’s collision repair inter-industry,” said Jeff Peevy, I-CAR director of field operations, North America. “These courses offer a comprehensive look at a variety of vehicles with special attention on future innovations that may soon become common on most vehicles and a greater understanding of newer vehicles commonly seen in collision repair facilities today in an effort to turn knowledge gained into less rework, improved cycle time and overall greater efficiency in the workplace.”

The I-CAR Collision Repair for Select High Volume Vehicles course details:
• Select high sales volume vehicles/platforms common to the North American and international markets
• General repair considerations for high sales volume vehicles
• Important restraint system parts, vehicle materials, mechanical and electronic systems, and general repair considerations
• Personal safety precautions and equipment
• Vehicle protection and repair precautions

The I-CAR Vehicle Technology and Trends 2010 course details:
• Features and technologies that distinguish newer models from their predecessors
• The newest technologies found on North American, Asian, and European vehicles
• Outside influences that contribute to rapid changes in vehicle technology
• A review of today’s trends that will become tomorrow’s standard features
• A review of some of today’s newest innovations including the use of high-strength steels, hydroforming, safety features, park-assist systems, collision-avoidance systems, alternative fuel systems, and more

Registration is open for the new classes. To register for a class, visit www.i-car.com and use the class search feature, or call I-CAR Customer Care at (800) 422-7872.