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Ready, Set … SEMA!

SEMA’s 60th anniversary promises to bring a spectacular show.

5 Tips for Mentoring Auto Body Technicians

These tips will help you establish a successful mentoring program and secure workers before other industries do.

EV Education: Shocking, to Say the Least

I-CAR’s Dirk Fuchs and Niel Speetjens are running around the country scaring collision repairers about electric vehicles … and that’s a good thing.

Active Shooter: Taking Action During the Unthinkable

You may think you’re powerless to prevent an active shooter event from happening in your business, but you can be armed with the knowledge to take quick and smart action when faced with this type of situation.

OSHA’s Top 10 Safety Violations for 2021

When OSHA inspects workplaces around the country, it keeps data on violations found and tracks the most frequently cited standards. Here are the top violations in 2021.

Worker Death: What Went Wrong?

In March 2021, a 43-year-old worker at a vehicle aluminum parts manufacturer in Ohio was struck and killed by a machine’s barrier door. What went wrong?

I-CAR Expanding Technical Expertise, Capacity and Capabilities

I-CAR recently announced plans to significantly expand its technical expertise, capacity and capabilities amid an era of extraordinary change in vehicle technology.

How to Avoid a Fire at Your Auto Body Shop

Eight tips from GMG EnviroSafe to help you prevent fires in your auto repair facility.

CREF Helps Collision Student Clear Industry Hurdles

With the support of CREF, Destiny Potter is jumping every hurdle in her path – and gaining a lot of experience along the way.

Trade Schools: Getting with the Program

Body shops’ direction and guidance on what they need will help trade schools nationwide get with the program.

Scholarships, Industry Support Help Estimator Advance Career

Estimator Justin Furman is on the fast track to becoming a manager due to support from CREF and PPG.

Training: Focus on Things You’re Not Good At

Focusing on things you’re not good at and getting out of your comfort zone is critical to adapting to the future.