Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes

Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Receives Technical Approval from Volkswagen Group

Along with meeting high product standards, Sherwin-Williams will provide Volkswagen Group certified collision repair facilities with verified color support and industry-recognized product and management training.

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Volkswagen Group has entered into a corporate agreement with Sherwin-Williams and approved the Sherwin-Williams refinish paint brand for use at Volkswagen Group brands (VWPC, Audi, SEAT, Skoda, and VWCV) certified collision repair facilities in North America, South America and Asia Pacific.

This is a result of Sherwin-Williams’ “excellent performance” in testing to meet the Volkswagen Group’s intensive refinish coatings specifications. The certification confirms that only the best-in-class products are utilized for Volkswagen Group vehicles repaired at its dealerships and certified collision repair facilities.

Along with meeting high product standards, Sherwin-Williams will provide Volkswagen Group certified collision repair facilities with verified color support and industry-recognized product and management training.

“We’re very pleased that Volkswagen Group has certified us and look forward to supporting its dealerships and certified collision centers,” said Tom Hablitzel, [resident and general manager of Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes. “The new partnership demonstrates the trust Volkswagen Group places in our products and will help expand our reach around the globe.”

For more information on Sherwin-Williams, visit www.sherwin-automotive.com, or call 1-800-SWULTRA (1-800-798-5872).

Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes
Fax: 216-332-8575Contact: TJ Amabile

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