Modern Vehicle Construction: A Material Matter
ADAS grabs the headlines today, but let’s not forget about another vehicle complexity: advanced materials.
USDOT Launches Roadway Safety Call to Action
The Call to Action campaign asks stakeholders to commit to specific actions in 2023 to reduce serious injuries and deaths on our roadways, which have reached crisis levels.
Vehicle Scanning & Calibration Technology
Scan tools and calibration equipment have come a long way as far as ease of operation and ability to access the vehicle.
ALI Introduces New Digital Lift Safety Guide
The Automotive Lift Institute is now offering a digital Lifting Points Guide to make it easier than ever to quickly look up OEM-recommended lifting points.
Over 70% of Shops Being Paid for OEM Post-Crash Safety Inspections
The latest “Who Pays for What?” survey indicates that 38% of shops are paid for OEM post-crash safety inspections “always” or “most of the time”, and about an equal percentage are paid at least “some of the time.”
Welding on a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
As more and more HEVs and EVs roll into your shop, there are considerations to take when welding.
Study Released on COVID’s Impact on Traffic Safety
A study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that the number of traffic fatalities increased significantly in the U.S. during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vehicle Calibrations and Mechanical Repairs
Whether you’re replacing a radiator or repairing collision damage, deviating from OEM requirements will make a shop a target for blame should something go wrong.
Preparing the Collision Industry for Electric Vehicles
Today’s electric vehicle/hybrid revolution combined with the lightning-speed proliferation of ADAS features has made training essential.
Vehicle Calibrations: Patience is a Virtue
You can train someone to use equipment, but experience comes with time — which can try your patience when you’re trying to get vehicles out the door.
